An Investigation of the Expansion and Influence of Western Paradigms in Transnational Education and the Impact for Small Businesses

Abstract

Chapter Contribution

The field of higher education is constantly evolving, particularly in the era of globalisation. With the expansion and influence of Western paradigms, the influence of transnational education (TNE) in the developing world has been gaining significant traction and impact. This chapter attempts to formulate conclusions about the key determining factors behind the penetration and entrenchment of primarily the Anglo-Saxon style of University Education. Within that spectrum, the discussion will also cover how this manifests, looking specifically at various models of TNE and collaborative provision, exploring the possible connotations for small businesses. The final section will attempt to crystallise the main findings and propose directions for further research.

This chapter draws on a number of literary sources, both academic and practitioner, to enable reconciling different discipline areas. Empirical studies will also be explored to provide additional substantiation to the theoretical mantle. This chapter forms conclusions on how the various models of TNE have evolved across the world, the impact of this expansion has created for the local population in terms of skills development and accessibility to education, but also in terms of implications for the local economy and small businesses in particular. A novel approach is taken in trying to bring together disparate thematic areas, which although topical have rarely been explored in conjunction. This chapter will be of interest to a wide audience, including academics and researchers but also policy-makers and professionals in the small business field.

Citation

Sarantinos, V. (2022), "An Investigation of the Expansion and Influence of Western Paradigms in Transnational Education and the Impact for Small Businesses", Biginas, K., Sindakis, S., Koumproglou, A., Sarantinos, V. and Wyer, P. (Ed.) Small Business Management and Control of the Uncertain External Environment (Advanced Strategies in Entrepreneurship, Education and Ecology), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 69-84. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83909-624-220211005