Faculty of Education, Governance, Theology and Leadership http://10.0.100.40:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2429 2026-06-07T19:41:39Z 2026-06-07T19:41:39Z Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn Thondhlana, Juliet http://10.0.100.40:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3227 2025-05-21T12:50:59Z 2019-07-11T00:00:00Z

Harmonisation of Higher Education: Internationalisation Focus Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn; Thondhlana, Juliet Harmonization of higher education addresses challenges associated with intra- and inter-country variability in quality delivery of higher education institutions. T he journey towards a harmonized, inclusive African higher education space may remain elusive if individual nations fail to observe that “charity begins at home.” T his entails nations first making their education systems transparent and integrated as a precedent to sub-regional and regional harmonization efforts. Leveraging on the affordances of the self-study methodology, the paper showcases the process of harmonizing higher education undertaken by one quality assurance agency to assure quality in a constantly changing higher education environment. This case serves as a real-life example that provides a context for understanding the complexities, processes and positive impacts of harmonization activities. Due to the multifaceted nature of harmonization, the paper focuses only on providing information regarding the development of a common policy framework for higher education as a record and resource for countries still developing quality assurance frameworks. The paper concludes by highlighting critical learning points by way of recommending best practice Research article on : Harmonisation of Higher Education: Internationalisation Focus

2019-07-11T00:00:00Z Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn Thondhlana, Juliet http://10.0.100.40:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3225 2025-05-21T10:57:54Z 2019-01-01T00:00:00Z

Higher Education Systems and Institutions, Zimbabwe Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn; Thondhlana, Juliet Research article on : Higher Education Systems and Institutions, Zimbabwe

2019-01-01T00:00:00Z Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn http://10.0.100.40:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3224 2025-05-21T10:43:59Z 2015-06-20T00:00:00Z

Improving the Qualifications of Academic Staff in a Major Zimbabwean University Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn The findings from the baseline survey (MoHTE, 2010) revealed high attrition of senior academic staff (doctorate degree holders) from higher education institutions resulting from the economic meltdown faced by Zimbabwe from 2000 to 2009. It is thus imperative for Zimbabwe to train more staff at doctorate level in order to replenish the ones lost to brain drain and improve the quality of teaching, learning and research. The objective of this study was to establish the extent to which universities have fared in their staff development endevours. A quantitative case study approach was used focusing of Great Zimbabwe University (GZU). Documentary evidence and structured questionnaires were used to collect data from Deans of Faculties. The results showed that the academic staff members pursuing doctoral degree studies increased from one in 2009 to 133 in 2015. Eleven of these are studying in five Zimbabwean universities whilst 122 are enrolled with 19 foreign universities in six different countries. The number of academic staff members increased from 197 in 2009 to 293 in 2015. The university registered its first cohort of 19 Doctor of Philosophy students in 2015 of these 5 are members of GZU staff. The study concluded that Great Zimbabwe University was poised for greater heights in improving the quality of their staff. The study recommends similar studies in the other universities in Zimbabwe. Research article on :Improving the Qualifications of Academic Staff in a Major Zimbabwean University

2015-06-20T00:00:00Z Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn http://10.0.100.40:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3223 2025-05-21T10:30:03Z 2015-01-14T00:00:00Z

Increase in the demand for private higher education Chiyevo Garwe, Evelyn It is considered a mystery by many people that, despite charging significantly higher fees when compared to public institutions, research has shown an increase in the demand and enrolments at private higher education institutions. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the critical factors considered by students when deciding to make private higher education institutions their institution of choice. Design/methodology/approach– The study uses a case study approach and draws data from all the six private higher education institutions in Zimbabwe. Self-administered questionnaires were given to students representing at least 5 per cent of the student enrolment and representing all gender, study disciplines and levels of study from each university. Irrespective of gender, six main factors influencing student choice were identified to be, in order of priority: access and opportunity; promotional information and marketing; reference or influence by others; quality of teaching and learning; fees and cost structure, and finally academic reputation and recognition. The research was focused on a case study of Zimbabwe. The study has implications on the way private higher education institutions market, manage and sustain the quality of educational provision. The study therefore provides private institutions with useful and practical insights on what students want in their institution of choice. This will assist these institutions in strategising in order to sustain or gain competitive advantage and to maximise on the increasing demand for private education. Implications to government and public institutions are also given. Social implications– The study recognises the critical role played by private universities in improving access and recommends African Governments who face financial and resource constraints to fund and expand public universities to encourage private higher education as a meaningful and viable way to improve access and provide higher education opportunities to potential students. The study contributes to the current dearth of literature on factors influencing student choice to study with private institutions. Research article on : Increase in the demand for private higher education: unmasking the “paradox”

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