Are University Mergers a Solution for the Problems of Romanian Higher Education Nowadays?
Are University Mergers a Solution for the Problems of Romanian Higher Education Nowadays?

Arguments in favour of mergers. Merger impact: the international experience. The situation in Romania and the feasibility of possible mergers. Necessary precautions. Instead of conclusions

Summary/Abstract: This article discusses the timeliness of university mergers against the background of the crisis in Romanian higher education. It includes a summary review of international experiences while underlining the evaluation of the net results of the mergers and it shows that, in drafting and implementing such initiatives, a lot of precaution is needed, given that worldwide results are rather ambiguous. Finally, it discusses a number of evolution scenarios for the mergers in Romania and offers policy recommendations in the field.

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