Managing Faculty in Transnational Higher Education: Expatriate Academics at International Branch Campuses

Stephen Wilkins, Selina Neri

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Abstract

The purpose of this research is to identify the challenges and issues associated with managing expatriate academics at international branch campuses, and to analyze the strategies that have been, or could be, implemented to overcome these challenges and issues. The data used in this study came from an online survey questionnaire that was completed by 14 individuals holding a senior or middle management position at an international branch campus. The survey participants unanimously reported that expatriate academics tend to be highly motivated and committed, and that they are largely satisfied with their jobs. However, many individuals do have issues with adjustment to the new country, to work differences, and to interacting with others. The participants offered a range of suggestions and recommendations that may help institutions to better support expatriate academics employed at international branch campuses. The suggested actions need to be implemented prior to the new recruit’s arrival in the host country, during the induction period, and on an ongoing basis.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)451-472
JournalJournal of Studies in International Education
Volume23
Issue number4
Early online date22 Nov 2018
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 10 Sept 2019

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