Rector's Agenda

In this episode, Prof. Dr. Levent Akdeniz, Acting Rector of TED University, discusses the future of higher education, the shifting global landscape, and innovative strategies to differentiate and strengthen the university in a competitive environment.Global changes in higher education and TurkeyStudents choosing universities over universities choosing studentsThe decline in demand for traditional higher educationTED University's strategic plans, including new faculties and microcreditsThe importance of entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems in educationInternational collaborations with top entrepreneurial universitiesRanking and employment outcomes as success metrics"Students will be selecting universities, not the other way around""We have to make a difference to stand out""Students want to run their own businesses"00:00-01:10 Introduction and guest introduction01:10-02:26 Global and local changes in higher education02:26-03:42 Decreasing demand for traditional university education03:42-06:01 Future student university selection trends06:01-07:22 TED University's strategic response to global shifts07:22-10:03 Creating differentiated faculties and programs10:03-12:52 Fostering entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem12:52-15:01 Engaging alumni and external support15:01-17:45 Microcredits and skill development for students17:45-19:22 Internships, co-op programs, and employment focus19:22-21:30 Global university collaborations and future plans21:30-23:15 Closing remarks and future outlook