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The Future of Higher Education Management: Essential Competencies for Senior Leaders at Swiss HEIs

As higher education institutions (HEIs) navigate an increasingly competitive and resource-constrained world, their leaders must rise to the occasion. The role of senior leaders has never been more critical – or more complex.
Advancing Excellence: The 2024 National Networking Event on Leadership in Swiss Higher Education

On 22 November 2024, the Swiss School of Public Governance (SSPG) brought together over 100 senior leaders from Swiss higher education institutions (HEIs) at ETH Zurich for its National Networking Event, including 30 participants joining online.
Empowering Global Leaders in the Public Sector at ETH Zurich Swiss School of Public Governance

In a world where governance challenges are increasingly complex and interconnected, effective leadership in public sector management is critical. The CAS in Public Governance and Administration (CAS PGA) equips emerging leaders from around the world with the skills, knowledge, and networks to drive positive change in the public sector.
First insights into senior leaders’ general management competencies at Swiss higher education institutions: A national study

What are the educational and professional backgrounds of today's senior leaders in Swiss higher education institutions (HEI)? What general management competencies do they consider as important to successfully fulfill their roles today and in the next 5-10 years? What are the current and future challenges for Swiss HEI?
The SSPG survey "General Management Competencies of Senior Leaders of Swiss Higher Education Institutions"

The SSPG survey has an impressive response rate of 64%