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Perception of Sustainable Development Goals in Universities from High-Ranking Databases

In: Proceedings of the International Conference on Emerging Challenges: Business Dynamics in Disruptive Economy (ICECH 2025)

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  • Nguyen Thi Phuong Dung

    (Hanoi University of Science and Technology, School of Economics and Management)

  • Nguyen Ha Phuong

    (Hanoi University of Science and Technology, School of Economics and Management)

  • Nguyen Dac Viet Ha

    (Hanoi University of Science and Technology, School of Economics and Management)

  • Pham Thi Thanh Hong

    (Hanoi University of Science and Technology, School of Economics and Management)

  • Robert C. Rickards

    (German Police University, Department of Business Administration and Public Management)

  • Ta Thi Diem Hang

    (Hanoi University of Science and Technology, School of Economics and Management)

Abstract

Research purpose: The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of research trends on perceptions of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within higher education institutions. Research motivation: Higher education institutions are key drivers in the SDGs movement, developing strategies and research initiatives to implement these goals. Achieving the SDGs requires universities to prepare future citizens and professionals who are aware of and informed about sustainability issues. Hence, understanding sustainability awareness within universities is crucial for reflecting their integration and fostering sustainable development values. Research design, approach, and method: Publications from the Scopus and Web of Science databases were analyzed using a bibliometric approach to evaluate research progress and identify prominent research patterns regarding awareness of the SDGs in higher education. VOSviewer software was utilized to create and visualize scientific maps from bibliometric data, assessing relationships and connections among networks. Main findings: Using the bibliometric analysis, two main research streams regarding SDG awareness were identified across both Scopus and Web of Science databases: (1) Student perceptions, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors towards sustainability and SDGs, and (2) Implementation of sustainability into curricula and higher education practices. Practical/managerial implications: The findings suggest a practical roadmap for universities seeking a sustainable model, from assessing the current state of awareness, attitudes, and knowledge regarding sustainability among all relevant groups to integrating the SDGs into university policies and curricula.

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  • Nguyen Thi Phuong Dung & Nguyen Ha Phuong & Nguyen Dac Viet Ha & Pham Thi Thanh Hong & Robert C. Rickards & Ta Thi Diem Hang, 2026. "Perception of Sustainable Development Goals in Universities from High-Ranking Databases," Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research, in: Nguyen Danh Nguyen & Pham Thi Kim Ngoc (ed.), Proceedings of the International Conference on Emerging Challenges: Business Dynamics in Disruptive Economy (ICECH 2025), pages 82-94, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:advbcp:978-94-6239-622-7_6
    DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6239-622-7_6
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