THE CURRENT STATE OF THE MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL FORMATION SYSTEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION
The quality of higher education is largely determined by the competence and professional readiness of its administrative and
managerial staff. In contemporary knowledge economies, the formation of management personnel in higher education institutions
(HEIs) has emerged as a strategic imperative. This study examines the current state of management personnel formation systems
in higher education, identifying key gaps, challenges, and reform directions. Data were gathered from peer-reviewed publications
(2015–2025), national education policy documents, and institutional reports across fifteen countries. Findings reveal significant
heterogeneity in personnel formation models, with a notable shift toward competency-based frameworks in high-performing
systems. Persistent deficiencies include insufficient leadership development, limited succession planning, and inadequate
alignment between academic and administrative career tracks.
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