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Higher education, funding, polices and politics: A critical review

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  • Anwr ELBASIR
  • Kalim SIDDIQUI

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This review analyzes the intersection of higher education, funding mechanisms, and political influences. It critiques neoliberal reforms and their impact on academic institutions.

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  • Anwr ELBASIR & Kalim SIDDIQUI, 2018. "Higher education, funding, polices and politics: A critical review," Journal of Social and Administrative Sciences, EconSciences Journals, vol. 5(2), pages 152-167, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:cvv:journ4:v:5:y:2018:i:2:p:152-167
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    • I22 - Health, Education, and Welfare - - Education - - - Educational Finance; Financial Aid
    • H52 - Public Economics - - National Government Expenditures and Related Policies - - - Government Expenditures and Education
    • P16 - Political Economy and Comparative Economic Systems - - Capitalist Economies - - - Capitalist Institutions; Welfare State

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