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Challenging the Status Quo: The Influence of Proprietary Learning Institutions on the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education

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Transformative Perspectives and Processes in Higher Education

Part of the book series: Advances in Business Education and Training ((ABET,volume 6))

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Social, historical and economic forces are challenging the viability of traditional models of higher education; postsecondary institutions must examine alternative strategies and approaches in order to effectively adapt to the demands of a knowledge economy. Proprietary models provide insight to assist colleges and universities striving to address changes necessary to achieve (and sustain) success in meeting the growing needs of lifelong learners via: (1) opening access to a broader community of students; and (2) cutting costs through increased efficiency in structure and operation. Implementation of sound educational practices aligned with efficient processes and cost-effective structures is essential for colleges and universities striving to meet the needs of an increasing number of students.

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    B. Jean Mandernach, Hank Radda & Scott Greenberger

  2. Department of Psychology, University of Nebraska at Kearney, Kearney, NE, USA

    Krista Forrest

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Mandernach, B.J., Radda, H., Greenberger, S., Forrest, K. (2015). Challenging the Status Quo: The Influence of Proprietary Learning Institutions on the Shifting Landscape of Higher Education. In: Dailey-Hebert, A., Dennis, K. (eds) Transformative Perspectives and Processes in Higher Education. Advances in Business Education and Training, vol 6. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-09247-8_3

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