PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN THE FIELD OF INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

The article evaluates the potential benefits of implementing project management in higher education and its influence on maintaining high-quality education. The study includes an analysis of a successful dual degree educational project involving several universities and surveys its participants, providing practical insights. The example of successful international cooperation, highlighted in the article, underscores the practical benefits of these methodologies. Key trends and challenges in applying project management within higher education management are identified, and various project management methodologies are analyzed to determine those most suitable for the educational context. The article provides recommendations to facilitate the implementation of project management in higher education institutions. Project management is a crucial tool in higher education, enhancing institutional goals and the quality of student training. It ensures efficient resource management, timely task completion, and alignment with labor market demands. Additionally, project management develops essential skills in students, such as teamwork and decision-making, and leads to adaptable curricula, cost reductions, and increased efficiency. Keywords: project management, international cooperation, higher education, management, education projects, higher education institutions, modern education.