MODERN HIGHER EDUCATION MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES: UZBEKISTAN – CHINA NATIONAL MODELS COMPARISON

This study compares higher education management strategies in Uzbekistan and China through the lens of New Public Management (NPM). Using qualitative analysis, it explores governance, quality assurance, and innovation in both systems. While China’s reforms focus on global competitiveness, Uzbekistan emphasizes digitalization and international standards. Despite differences in scale and maturity, both aim to balance state control with institutional autonomy. The findings highlight the importance of context-specific, adaptive strategies for successful higher education reform.