Impact of College Rankings on Institutional Decision Making: Four Country Case Studies
Published May 2009
Examines college rankings in international education systems (Australia, Canada, Germany and Japan); stakeholder interviews show improved data use
Based on interviews with key institutional stakeholders in four countries—Australia, Canada, Germany, and Japan— this issue biref examines ranking systems and their impact on the policies and practices at colleges and universities. It also explores the nuances and unique approaches in which rankings could prompt institutions to work in innovative ways.