Challenges
of Higher Education in India/Sameer Pralhad Narkhede. New Delhi, Sarup,
2001, 209 p., tables, figs., $21. ISBN 81-7625-228-x.Challenges
of Higher Education in India/Sameer Pralhad Narkhede. New Delhi, Sarup,
2001, 209 p., tables, figs., $21. ISBN 81-7625-228-x.
Contents: 1. The research process. 2. The concept of system approach. 3. M.I.S. and computerization of the university system. 4. The analyasis of works procedure. 5. Challenges and responses of higher education in India. 6. Development and design of computer based M.I.S. 7. Conclusion. Bibliography.
"The book, titled Challenges of Higher Education in India is a unique contribution in the field of information system and systems design. In this book, the author has discussed various aspects related with organisational systems, systems approach and its utility in non profit organisations like universities. The author has tried to find out how the university administration can be made effective by adopting the systems approach and developing a computer based management information system. The book will definitely prove to be a fund of information to the university administration, planners and academicians." (jacket)