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The Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining (KDDM) is a growing field of study argued to be very useful in discovering knowledge hidden in large datasets. KDDM processes are slowly finding application in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs). While literature shows that KDDM processes enable discovery of knowledge useful to improve performance of organizations, limitations surrounding them contradict this argument. Despite contradictions, KDDM process examples in the literature show that KDDM processes still offer benefits. While extending the usefulness of KDDM processes to support HEIs, challenges were encountered. On the one hand KDDM processes were seen to be promising to support HEIs by discovering hidden knowledge in the educational data and on the other such promises could not be easily realized. One area that prominently stood out as a major challenge was the discovery of course taking patterns in educational datasets associated with contextual information. The dataset pertained to students who had graduated between 2003 and 2014. The attributes used to test the CRISP-DM model were course taking pattern, course difficulty level, optimum CGPA and time-to-degree. When experiments were conducted using CRISP-DM process by applying clustering technique. The results showed that clustering did not produce course taking patterns. The contribution of this research goes to find whether clustering can be used in extracting contextual information. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: Due to government policies, accreditation demands, competition, digital India reforms and National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the need for electronic human resource management (e-HRM) has increased considerably in the Indian higher education (HE) sector, but the literature has revealed that the adoption of e-HRM practices in Indian HE institutions (HEIs) is still in its embryonic stage; therefore, the purpose of the current qualitative study is to explore the challenges and facilitators of e-HRM adoption in the Indian HE sector through interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Design/methodology/approach: The present study incorporates IPA, to capture the personal lived experiences of the HR executives employed in the Indian HEIs. Using purposive sampling, semi-structured interviews were conducted with the HR executives employed in Indian universities and institutions to know the perspectives on the adoption of e-HRM practices in Indian HEIs. Findings: The study identified two superordinate themes, namely, challenges and facilitators of e-HRM adoption in the Indian HE sector. The superordinate theme "challenges" comprises eight sub-themes. Further, the theme "facilitators" consists of six subthemes. Practical implications: The study has implications for the stakeholders of the HE sector, i.e. HR practitioners, top executives of the HE sector, government and HE regulators and other stakeholders of the HE sector. Originality/value: This study has given deep insights into the challenges and facilitators in the adoption of e-HRM practices in the Indian HE sector, and to the best of the authors' knowledge, no study till date has filled this knowledge gap through qualitative exploration using IPA. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The sustainable performance of higher education institutes (HEIs) is key to efficiently manage educational institutes in the long run, to get financial aid from the government, and to keep the interest of stakeholders in the institutions. Researchers have focused on examining the impact of a sustainable curriculum, sustainable teaching methodologies, sustainable campuses, and tools for assessing sustainability in HEIs in past literature. The present bibliometric analysis, combined with network analysis, aims to explore the literature to identify research gaps in the field of sustainable performance or sustainability performance of HEIs. We have employed a Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) flow diagram to analyze the results obtained fromScopus, Web of Science (WoS), and EBSCOhost databases. A bibliometric analysis using Biblioshiny web application and VOSviewer software was performed on the 263 articles included in the study after screening. The results revealed that the annual growth rate of publications is increasing, indicating that the sustainability performance of HEIs is gaining momentum after the introduction of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2017. The production of articles in the field is highest from advanced European countries and the United States, but only a few articles are published from Asian countries. The authors with the highest number of publications and the most cited research article in the field are Leal Filho and Wals, respectively. Authors keywords in HEIs (or institutions) not only have a strong link with sustainability, sustainable education, green campus, and sustainability assessment but also have a small network with sustainable performance, green knowledge sharing, green knowledge management, green human resource management practices, green teams, change management, and organizational commitment. These findings can be used by future researchers to identify unexplored research areas in different contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose. To assess the state of budget financing of Ukrainian HEIs, determine their funding structure, and identify prerequisites for developing hybrid financing as a tool for stability and strategic development. Methodology. Dynamic and structural analysis, the Hirschman-Herfindahl index (HHI(DI) and such methods as quantitative, arithmetic mean, limit values, graphic, visualization, and system methods were used in the research process. The practical testing of research hypotheses was carried out on the basis of a comprehensive approach to the financing of HEIs of Ukraine and a panel sample of 35 universities, which takes into account rating indicators, industry and regional aspects. Findings. Transformation processes at various levels are linked to trends such as reduced budget funding, structural changes, staff and student migration, decreased demand for additional services, and military factors, creating prerequisites for hybrid university funding. The article identifies conditions for hybrid financing, highlights negative trends in HEIs budget financing –including systemic underperformance and inflation impacts – and analyzes income diversification in Ukrainian universities using the HHI(DI). Limiting and average values were determined using the quantitative method, which made it possible to classify universities into sustainable (HHI(DI) ≤ 0.55) and risky (HHI(DI) > 0.55) ones; tendencies towards a slight diversification of universities’ incomes are revealed; a conceptual model is proposed of hybrid financing of universities to expand their financial autonomy, based on cooperation between university management, stakeholders, and staff core, with the aim of creating value propositions which satisfy the needs of stakeholders and generate cash flows; a new approach to the division of hybrid financing tools into three groups is proposed: passive or image-based, active-intellectual, and passive-innovative ones. This approach is innovative in the development of financial strategies for universities. Originality. New tools for making management decisions aimed at ensuring financial stability and developing financial strategies for universities are proposed. In particular, they include an original approach to the classification of universities into sustainable and risky ones based on the value of the HHI; the conceptual model of hybrid financing of universities, which promotes the expansion of their financial autonomy; the innovative approach to the division of hybrid financing instruments into three categories: passive or image-based, active-intellectual, passive-innovative. Practical value. The study’s results can be used to make management decisions on expanding financial autonomy of universities. The introduction of the conceptual model of hybrid financing will contribute to the diversification of income, increase in financing, as well as ensuring financial stability and strategic development of universities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Academic integrity is a cornerstone of higher education, ensuring that students engage in honest and ethical practices in their pursuit of knowledge. The implementation of academic integrity policies varies across countries, reflecting the unique cultural, societal, and educational contexts of each nation. This article compares academic integrity policies in New Zealand, Australia, and Canada to those in Bulgaria, highlighting the similarities and differences that exist between these diverse educational landscapes. The study applies the well-known methodology by Bretag et al. (2011) whereby an exemplary academic integrity model is evaluated on the basis of five components, namely access, approach, responsibility, detail and support. This methodology is enriched by a modification suggested by Perkins and Roe (2023) in which a sixth component is added - technological explicitness, which involves the necessity to include and constantly update information and provide guidelines about new technologies.

Understanding the salience of university attributes assists institutions in developing messaging strategies (using social responsibility communication (SRC) initiatives) to meet students' needs. This research examines which university attributes hold the greatest significance and importance for students selecting a higher-education institution (HEI), focusing on the role of SRC as a mediator. An online survey with a sample of 120 university students was conducted. The findings indicate that the cost of education, employment opportunities, physical aspects and resources, and university image are important attributes. The study shows that while university attributes significantly predict SRC (Model 1), neither university attributes nor SRC significantly predicts student attitudes (Models 2 and 3). The mediation analysis confirms that SRC does not mediate the relationship between university attributes and students' attitudes, suggesting that factors other than university attributes and SRC may play a more critical role in shaping students' attitudes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article analyses the self-perception of digital technology learning competence among engineering and science students. The use of information and communication technologies (ICT) is now considered highly essential in higher education. Today's higher education institutions (HEIs) seldom employ traditional methods of instruction; instead, sophisticated ICT is starting to emerge as a feasible paradigm for fundamental change. To this end, Pakistan's Higher Education Commission (HEC) has heavily invested in technology in the education sector and initiated several programs. The ramifications of ICT utilization on the environment, student academic performance, and capabilities remain ambiguous. In delving into how students embrace and utilize ICT systems for learning in HEIs, researchers felt the need to grasp the factors that influence students' acceptance and utilization of ICT skills through the lens of the Extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). This study develops an exclusive conceptual model by incorporating TAM with a set of latent variables identified in the available literature: interest, ICT self-efficacy, economic cost, and performance expectancy. The adapted TAM model developed in this study considers the influence of these variables on students’ ICT acceptance and its impact on academic performance in emerging countries. As part of this study, reports on the development of instruments and validation in the research field were managed using a cross-sectional survey method and SPSS-22 and Smart PLS-4 software. In addition, association rule mining applied in demographic data. A sample of 69 students was randomly selected from three universities representing engineering, medical, and general HEIs in the Sindh province. Though the sample size was small, it showcases that the reliability of the scales is within an acceptable range and can be used to test the main study hypotheses. A conceptual framework model is introduced to offer a comprehensive framework derived from the amalgamation of various acceptance and usage models of technology. The results demonstrate that the survey items are appropriate and suitable for further research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This document is a compilation of academic integrity policies at publicly funded universities in Western Canada. It also includes a study on the assessment of university websites regarding their academic integrity policies. Additionally, there is a study protocol for investigating academic ethics and integrity policies in Bulgaria. The document provides valuable information for library patrons conducting research on academic integrity and ethics in higher education institutions. [Extracted from the article]

The sustainable performance of higher education institutes (HEIs) is key to efficiently manage educational institutes in the long run, to get financial aid from the government, and to keep the interest of stakeholders in the institutions. Researchers have focused on examining the impact of a sustainable curriculum, sustainable teaching methodologies, sustainable campuses, and tools for assessing sustainability in HEIs in past literature. The present bibliometric analysis, combined with network analysis, aims to explore the literature to identify research gaps in the field of sustainable performance or sustainability performance of HEIs. We have employed a Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) flow diagram to analyze the results obtained from Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and EBSCOhost databases. A bibliometric analysis using Biblioshiny web application and VOSviewer software was performed on the 263 articles included in the study after screening. The results revealed that the annual growth rate of publications is increasing, indicating that the sustainability performance of HEIs is gaining momentum after the introduction of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2017. The production of articles in the field is highest from advanced European countries and the United States, but only a few articles are published from Asian countries. The authors with the highest number of publications and the most cited research article in the field are Leal Filho and Wals, respectively. Authors keywords in HEIs (or institutions) not only have a strong link with sustainability, sustainable education, green campus, and sustainability assessment but also have a small network with sustainable performance, green knowledge sharing, green knowledge management, green human resource management practices, green teams, change management, and organizational commitment. These findings can be used by future researchers to identify unexplored research areas in different contexts.

The aim of the article is to develop an adapted system of financial planning and budgeting to the modern model of university development, focused on achieving strategic development priorities in the context of expanding the financial autonomy of higher education institutions (HEIs). On the basis of the above defined aim, the following tasks were performed: a critical analysis of literary sources was carried out from the position of identifying traditional and results-based approaches to university budgeting; the traditional model of financial planning and budgeting of the university is defined; a system of financial planning and budgeting adapted to the modern model of university development was elaborated. The work uses such research methods as analysis, synthesis, systematization, coefficient and visualization methods for the development of both the traditional and the adapted system of financial planning and budgeting. The main results of the study are: definition of the traditional model of financial planning and budgeting of the university, explanation of the relationship between its components, substantiation of its ineffectiveness in the conditions of transition to a new economic model of university development, focused on expanding financial autonomy. The specified hypothesis became the basis for the development of an adapted system of financial planning and budgeting, which is based on orientedness towards results, achievement of strategic priorities for the development of higher education institutions, identification of responsibility centers responsible for the diversification and growth of budget revenues, with the simultaneous opportunity to participate in their distribution for motivation personnel potential, creation of comfortable working conditions along with an appropriate material and technical support. This approach integrates all types of financial planning in an integrated manner, while strategic financial planning as a vector of the university’s development is based on it. The results of the study are more relevant for public universities.

Purpose: Higher education is becoming increasingly critical for a nation’s socioeconomic and technical innovation, and the quality of education these institutions provide directly affects how well a country does. Hence, this study examines factors influencing student satisfaction at Oman’s higher educational institutions (HEIs). Methodology: Following scale development, the bootstrapping approach tested the research hypothesis. A survey was undertaken to gauge student satisfaction at various higher education institutions in Oman. Software for structural equation modeling (SEM PLS) has been used to examine the results to determine the relationships between the variables. Findings: The result of this study revealed that lectures and university resources positively correlated with student satisfaction, while technology showed no significant impact on student satisfaction.

The greatest lie ever told was the one that allowed us all to believe that higher education institutions (HEIs) were actually progressive. Institutions of higher learning have been successful in creating a mirage of progressivism. If anything, HEIs are late to the party and are slowly playing catch up. The targeting of spaces aimed at making marginalized campus-stakeholders feel seen and supported is further proof of the actual conservative right-winged nature of higher learning. An institution truly steeped in forward thinking and progressive practices would stand up in the face of racism and sexism, yet they bow down. This op-ed aims to create intentional dialogue regarding the ongoing relationship with HEIs and anti-Blackness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this study is to understand how students perceive social responsibility in HEIs, based on scepticism and congruence, and how it impacts HEIs´ desired outcomes like credibility, reputation, and the employability of their students. Moreover, the importance of the impact on credibility is highlighted, investigating its influence on reputation and employability. The study is based on cross-sectional data collected through a structured questionnaire using two samples of HEIs students: one had 430 Brazilian students, and the other 321 Portuguese students enrolled in different public and private HEIs. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) is used to test the proposed hypotheses. Results show that scepticism and congruence significantly influence the social responsibility perceptions of students. CSR perceptions significantly influence student employability, reinforced by their impact on reputation and credibility. The findings help to guide the marketing management actions of HEIs regarding building student preference, loyalty, and retention. The findings help to guide the marketing management actions of HEIs, especially regarding building student preference, loyalty, and retention. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article investigates the association between UK higher education institutions (HEIs) long- and short-term performance measures, and the pay of vice-chancellors/principals (VCs) in an era of intense neoliberalism/financialisation of HEIs, and consequently ascertains the extent to which the VC pay–performance nexus is moderated by VC characteristics. Using a longitudinal sample of UK HEIs, our baseline findings suggest that HEIs that prioritise meeting long-term social performance targets tend to pay their VCs low pay packages, whereas HEIs that focus on achieving short-term reputational performance targets pay their VCs high pay packages. We show further that the VC pay–performance relationship is moderated/explained largely by VC characteristics. Our findings are robust to controlling for alternative governance mechanisms, endogeneities, alternative performance measures and different estimation techniques. Our findings offer empirical support for optimal contracting and prestige theories with significant implications for the sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The rapid transition to remote learning practices in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education necessitates a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of their effectiveness. This article presents the first findings of the UE funded project REMOTE "Assessing and evaluating remote learning practices in STEM" (ref: 2022-1-ES01-KA220-HED-000085829) project: a literature review focused on assessing and evaluating remote learning practices in STEM. Drawing on a wide range of scholarly articles, reports, and studies, this article review examines various dimensions of remote learning, including instructional design, student engagement, assessment methods, and instructor-student interaction associated with remote STEM learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The set of academic contributions detected can be classified into four major typologies according to the area in which they are focused: students, teaching methodologies, teaching staff and technologies. In consequence, the review carried out, summarized in a categorization of the research developed so far, allows a broad and critical view of the state of the art. The findings of this article contribute to the broader conversation surrounding remote learning and serve as a valuable resource for stakeholders involved in STEM education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Metaverse technology (MVTECH) is an immersive virtual sphere where people interact with each other via avatars. The MVTECH promised to provide a number of potentials for various sectors including higher education. Despite the fact that MVTECH promotes virtual social interaction between people (e.g., university students), there is a lack of knowledge on what affects users' perceptions regarding its social sustainability in HEIs, specifically in developing nations. Therefore, this research paper aims to determine the variables that affect the learners' perceptions toward social sustainability (SS) of MVTECH in higher educational institutions (HEIs) in Jordan. A study model was formulated by integrating the core factors of the "unified theory of acceptance and use of technology" (UTAUT) ("performance expectancy, PE; effort expectancy, EE; social influence, SI; and facilitating conditions, FC") with "perceived curiosity" (PC) and "extraversion" (EXT) factors. Both PC and EXT were included as context-related variables that may possibly contribute to enhancing the applicability of UTAUT to a wide range of information technologies and settings. Data were collected from 422 students enrolled in Jordanian universities based on an online survey. The analysis of the "structural equation modeling" (SEM) found that students' perceptions toward Metaverse were significantly influenced by PE, FC, and EXT. Furthermore, the PC construct significantly affected the EE construct. However, EE and SI were revealed to have no significant impact on SS. Drawing from these results, the study makes a number of theoretical advances and clarifies a number of practical implications for those involved in the development, design, and decision-making processes that support the use of the Metaverse in HEIs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Water is one of the necessities and is used for various purposes, from human consumption to industrial use. Over 70% of the Earth's surface comprises water, less than 1% of which is available as freshwater. Approximately more than one billion people lack safe drinking water worldwide. This paper studies the physical and chemical contamination in potable water of Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) in Islamabad for the extraction of their influence on water quality. Water samples were collected from 18 different Institutions in the city. Samples were analyzed for various parameters, including temperature, taste, color, odor, pH value, total dissolved solids (TDS), turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, and dissolved oxygen (DO). This qualitative analysis strategy adopted to undertake this research has provided valuable data and information. For all the samples, the degree of temperature and measure of color, taste, and odor were unobjectionable. The amount of turbidity, alkalinity, and hardness were satisfactory. The pH also lies within the permissible ranges set by PS: 1932-2010, WHO and IS: (10500-2004) standards. The amount of TDS and DO was also between excellent and fair ranges. The research concluded that all samples' water quality was fit and can be used for drinking in HEIs. The results of this study can enhance the understanding of safe drinking water quality in Islamabad. The adopted methodology and the obtained results can be replicated in other cities of Pakistan where considerable issues of potable water contamination are rising and resource availability is limited. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to rigorously explore cloud computing adoption in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) by applying a detailed analytical framework. This integrates the Technology Organization Environment (TOE) Theory, the Theory of Reasoned Action, and the Fit Viability Theory to holistically examine the factors influencing such adoption, and, as such, the research uniquely emphasises the interplay between technological capabilities, organisational readiness, and environmental factors, as well as taking into account the critical aspect of cultural fit within HEIs. By synthesising these theoretical perspectives, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the adoption process, highlighting the nuanced interactions between technology, organisation, and the broader educational environment. This approach facilitates the development of a deeper insight alongside the development of valuable guidance for effective implementation and integration strategies. The findings of this study are thus significant for educational policymakers and administrators, providing a robust framework for them to navigate the complexities of modernising educational infrastructure by applying cloud computing technologies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: One of the strategic challenges of many higher education institutions is digital transformation. The success of this process depends not only on the technologies and IT systems being introduced but also on the actions of leaders in the field of digitalisation. This article aims to examine the relationship between agile leadership practices found in HEIs and the level of the progress of digital transformation. Design/methodology/approach: The article presents the results of quantitative research conducted in 2023 among 515 teaching and administrative staff members in 20 Polish HEIs. Findings: The results of the study confirm the relationship between the level of progress of an HEI’s digital transformation and the selected leadership practices, in particular flexibility, encouraging staff to frequently test, experiment, and seek innovative solutions. At the same time, these practices were less frequent in the surveyed HEIs than the practices with less impact on the progress of digital transformation. Research limitations/implications: The results of the study may be applicable to the broader HEI population, but caution should be exercised in their generalisation due to certain limitations of the sample. In the course of further investigations, it would be worthwhile to supplement the research approach with mixed methods that provide opportunities for deeper analysis of the described phenomenon. Practical implications: The results of the study can provide valuable information for higher education institutions regarding the implementation of new digital leadership strategies. They can inform the design of academic leadership development programmes focused on developing an agile approach to management in educational institutions. Social implications: Implementing effective leadership strategies can lead to increasing innovation within HEIs, optimising educational processes, and improving the quality of education. Originality/value: Literature review shows research gap in digital academic leadership's role in HEI's digital maturity. The results of the study provide important insights and contribute to developing knowledge on the relationship between agile leadership practices and an HEI's digital transformation process. They provide a basis for further research and development of digitalisation strategies tailored to the specificities of higher education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In Pakistan, surface water supply for irrigation is decreasing, while water demand is increasing for agriculture production. Also, due to the fast rate of population growth, land holding capacity is decreasing. So, there is a need to develop appropriate technologies and design approaches for small-scale farmers to improve modern irrigation practices. In this study, a hydraulic and structural layout of CPIS was designed for small-scale farmers with some modifications. The hydraulic parameters and structural design of the CPIS were designed using IrriExpress and SAP2000 software, respectively. An economic analysis of the modified CPIS was carried out. The results revealed that in one complete revolution of the whole system, its span slope varied from 2.98 to 0.1%, and the wheel slope varied from 2.35 to −2.4%. The timing setting was 60% for one revolution, and the irrigation depth was 10 mm. When the time setting was reduced from 100% to 10%, the irrigation hours per cycle and irrigation depth both increased. Variendeel type-II trusses were designed for structural purposes using SAP2000 software. This design led to a 17% reduction in weight by lowering it from 1.916 to 1.5905 tons and a 44% reduction in joint count, decreasing it from 32 to 18. Our economic analysis revealed that the structural part of the system is more expensive than the hydraulic, electric and power parts for small-scale design. So, it was suggested that CPIS is suitable for land holdings from 100 to 250 acres, because when the area increases to more than 250 acres, there is no significant change in the cost. A towable system is more economical for small-scale farmers due to its lower cost per acre. This study will be helpful for the optimization of CPISs to improve water use efficiency and crop yield. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper reports the findings of a bibliometric analysis using VOSviewer on 392 Scopus database documents published from 2003 to 2022, aiming to understand the global landscape of the e-learning field and to identify the most prominent authors, institutions, countries and reference publications, as well as the research topics that have recently received the most attention in students’ readiness for e-learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The findings indicate that there has been an upward trend in e-learning readiness among students in HEIs over time. Among the countries studied, the United States, Taiwan, Australia, and Malaysia were found to have the most effective approaches to addressing students' readiness for e-learning. The most highly cited author in this field is M-L. Hung. Based on the citations, the most recognised journal in this field was Computers and Education and the universities that were most persuasive were two Taiwan universities in the first position. The data also revealed relatively low levels of collaboration among authors, institutions and nations regarding students' readiness for e-learning.

Understanding the salience of university attributes assists institutions in developing messaging strategies (using social responsibility communication (SRC) initiatives) to meet students’ needs. This research examines which university attributes hold the greatest significance and importance for students selecting a higher-education institution (HEI), focusing on the role of SRC as a mediator. An online survey with a sample of 120 university students was conducted. The findings indicate that the cost of education, employment opportunities, physical aspects and resources, and university image are important attributes. The study shows that while university attributes significantly predict SRC (Model 1), neither university attributes nor SRC significantly predicts student attitudes (Models 2 and 3). The mediation analysis confirms that SRC does not mediate the relationship between university attributes and students’ attitudes, suggesting that factors other than university attributes and SRC may play a more critical role in shaping students’ attitudes.

Purpose – The aim of the paper is to theoretically and empirically explore the issue of well-being (WB) of female administrative employees who work on managerial positions at higher education institutions (HEIs). Design/methodology/approach – This study is based on both literature studies and explorative empirical research conducted in Poland with the use of snowball sampling. It adopted a questionnaire authored by Parker and Hyett and covered 121 respondents. Findings – Literature studies show that invisibility of work, low level of empowerment, increased stress, workload and expectations, reduced resources, high level of anxiety, fatigue and low level of vitality negatively impact the WB of HEIs’ administrative staff. The presented research provides insight into the internal structure of the administrative staff’s WB. Both the main construct (i.e. employees’ WB) and its subconstructs are on moderate level. Respondents’ age and tasks performed are correlated only with the subconstruct of WB in the form of intrusion of work into private life. Research limitations/implications – Although the research is not based on large sample, it provides both practical and theoretical implications. Originality/value – Most of studies discuss the issue of WB of scholars. The paper fills the research gap in terms of examining female administrative employees who work on managerial positions at HEIs.

This comprehensive bibliometric study analyzes 1820 journal articles from the Web of Science database to explore Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) leadership in higher education institutions (HEIs). Utilizing co-citation and co-word analysis, the study identifies distinct thematic clusters. The co-citation analysis reveals five key themes: Race, Diversity, and Inclusion (RDI), Diversity, Leadership, and Self-Efficacy (DLSE), Gender Dynamics and Leadership Challenges, Women's Representation in Academic Medicine Leadership, and Transformational Leadership in HEIs. Meanwhile, the co-word analysis highlights three critical areas: Transformative Collaborative Resilience in HEIs, Advancing Gender Equality in Academic Medicine and STEM, and Inclusive Educational Leadership in HEIs. These themes collectively provide a deep understanding of the EDI leadership field's intellectual structure, suggesting significant areas for future research and practical application. The study emphasizes the necessity for HEIs to engage comprehensively in EDI leadership research, shedding light on the importance of transformative collaborative resilience, gender equality in STEM, and inclusive leadership. This research offers valuable insights for developing effective EDI leadership policies and practices, highlighting the interconnectedness of these themes in fostering a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment in higher education and beyond.

This study is presented in two sections. A total of 436 students from five different colleges under the Royal University of Bhutan participated in this study. The first part involved validating the E-Learning Acceptance Measure (ELAM) proposed by Teo (2010) for its applicability in the context of the study by using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), which involved 230 students. This was followed by an investigation of Bhutanese HEI students' acceptance level of the e-learning system, which involved 206 students. In the first section, the findings of the CFA revealed that the ELAM model was a bad fit for the participants and modification indices disclosed that a better fit would be obtained if some items were correlated and removed. After doing this, the findings supported only 17 of 21 items from the ELAM model. As for the second section of the study, the findings showed that the participants held an above-average acceptance level of the e-learning system used in the context. This study concludes with theoretical and practical implications of the findings, together with directions for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]