Improving the Performance of Yemeni Universities in lighting of Standards of International Classifications

Abstract

This research aims to identify the most important global classifications currently used in classifying universities, as well as to identify the level of classification of Yemeni universities according to the indicators of these classifications. It also aims to develop a proposed vision to improve the performance of universities according to the criteria by which universities are ranked. To achieve these aims, the conduction of the research depended on both the deductive comparison as a method of thinking, and the descriptive approach as an operational method to stand on the reality of Yemeni universities in global classifications. the most important criteria of these classifications to advance their performance within these classifications. The research tools were the references and reports related to the research topic.

The findings of the research show that the most famous global classifications are the Shanghai ranking (ARWU), the Times ranking (THE), the QS ranking, and the Webometrics ranking. It is also found that there is a decline in the classification levels of Yemeni universities compared to many Arab and foreign universities. In light of the research findings, a mechanism is identified according to the criteria of the abovementioned classifications to improve the performance of universities, which in turn is reflected in the advancement of the universities' classification.