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Scientific Management in Language Education: A Case Study of the School of Foreign Languages at Thai Nguyen University

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores the implementation and perception of scientific management practices at the School of Foreign Languages (SFL), Thai Nguyen University, within the broader context of Vietnamese higher education reform. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis involving faculty members, department heads, and administrators. Thematic analysis revealed five core areas of reform: strategic planning, standardization, performance measurement, faculty perceptions, and implementation challenges. Findings show that while scientific management has improved operational efficiency and accountability, it also raises concerns related to academic autonomy, workload, and inconsistent application. The study contributes to understanding how management reforms intersect with institutional culture and offers context-sensitive recommendations for governance in higher education.

Source: Social Science and Humanities Journal

DOI: 10.18535/sshj.v9i06.1887

Authors: Duong Thi Thu Hien, Vu Thi Huyen Trang, Le Huu Thang

Institution: Thai Nguyen University

Language: English

Topic: Higher Education Governance and Development

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411124160

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