LEADERSHIP FOR A NEW ERA IN HIGHER EDUCATION

How international shifts and accelerated change are reshaping leadership in higher education

Higher education leadership is being reshaped by sustained volatility, accelerating change and increasing public scrutiny. SHK led the preparation of this report, which brings together perspectives from the seven Panorama community firms across the globe with deep specialisation in partnering with higher education clients on governance, academic and professional leadership appointments. Collectively, these firms have more than 176 years of experience partnering with higher education institutions on more than 2,450 senior leadership and governance searches across nine countries. The paper identifies the leadership capabilities required for this environment and offers a practical framework for evaluating executive readiness for accelerated change.

 

SHK is the Australian representative of Panorama and leads its higher education sector group, which shares ideas and networks, and brings together global capability and diverse perspectives.

 

Read the full article about leadership, succession and capability in an increasingly complex higher education environment.

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