University Management and Educational Policy: Towards an Interdisciplinary Model for Educational Administration and Sustainable Change

Gestión universitaria y política educativa: hacia un modelo interdisciplinario para la administración educativa y el cambio sustentable

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Sánchez Castillo, V., & Rosas Patiño, G. (2025). University Management and Educational Policy: Towards an Interdisciplinary Model for Educational Administration and Sustainable Change. Opinión Pública, 23, 30-41. https://doi.org/10.52143/2711-0281.1089
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Sánchez Castillo, V., & Rosas Patiño, G. (2025). University Management and Educational Policy: Towards an Interdisciplinary Model for Educational Administration and Sustainable Change. Opinión Pública, 23, 30-41. https://doi.org/10.52143/2711-0281.1089

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Verenice Sánchez Castillo
Universidad de la Amazonia. Florencia, Colombia
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3669-3123
Gelber Rosas Patiño
Universidad de la Amazonia. Florencia, Colombia
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Focusing on the development of an interdisciplinary model that promotes sustainable change in higher education institutions. Through a documentary review, key trends impacting educational administration are identified, such as the implementation of participatory governance models, the incorporation of digital technologies, the commitment to sustainability, internationalization, and inclusive policies. These dynamics reflect an evolution in university management aimed at addressing contemporary challenges and fostering a more equitable and relevant higher education. The analysis highlights that, although these trends present significant opportunities to modernize higher education, their implementation faces structural and cultural barriers. Among these are inequalities in access to resources, technological gaps, and resistance to change within traditional structures. This work emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in educational administration, capable of balancing global demands with local needs while promoting sustainable practices and a positive social impact.

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