25% 2.5 2 % 2.5% 5% T 20 2 Teaching and Learning on the rise, its standing with students and faculty is declining. Teaching and learning indicators evaluate various aspects of educational delivery, such as faculty qualifi cations, student-to-teacher ratios, academic support, and resources available to students. AUBG results in this category remain stable, as there are no huge increases or decreases in indicators such as accreditation assessment grade, theoretical knowledge, and satisfaction with teaching and learning compared to previous years. Science and Research 30%% 30 3 0% 20 3 0300% 30% 20% 20% Pa 20%%20% 20 200%20% The results in this category are shaped by scientifi c research conducted by and for the university and the involvement of students in them. They also provide insight into each institution’s research output, quality, and impact. A rather positive trend for AUBG can be observed in this sphere. Higher results were achieved in science and research indicators such as funds for scientifi c research, joint scientifi c publications, and the use of scientifi c products and services by employers in 2024 compared to previous years. Two other important factors for the sub-group, the intensity of science and research and its weight according to professors, remain unchanged. Prestige The prestige of an institution is estimated by sociological research conducted among professors, employers, and foreign and domestic students. They all create their own top 3 ranking of the best universities for certain educational purposes, and based on that, a general score is calculated. It is worth mentioning that faculty and students, who have listed their own university in their rankings, are omitted, as they are considered a potential bias. Paradoxically, while AUBG’s reputation among employers is Teaching and Learning Environment This category relies on data about satisfaction with the teaching and learning environment, students’ assessment of material resources and infrastructure, class schedules, and library stock assessments. Social Well-being and Equity This category focuses on factors such as scholarships, satisfaction with welfare, administrative services, social and living conditions, and career development support. Results from general indicators for teaching and learning environment and social well-being and equity show no major changes in these two categories for AUBG. They combine for 5% of the university’s grade, which means that they have little to no relevance for the fi nal ranking of the majors. AUBG’s lower ratings in 2024 can be attributed to several factors. One key factor is the decline in performance in indicators related to career relevance and regional impact, such as job placement rates, income levels, and increasing unemployment among graduates. Additionally, the university’s reputation among students and faculty has also decreased. Despite this, AUBG continues to lead in terms of graduate income in Business Administration and Journalism. Additionally, the university maintains the lowest unemployment rates in Political Science, Economics, and Business Administration. Editors: Niya Manditsch and David Mitov 13 Fall 2024 | AUBG Daily c ei 2.5% 5%% 2024 T g o e L & n m a e sk L e c a r h r n i n il i n g n i g & n o g T e a c E h i n n v i r e a n t S R Vas e s n ca e c &h e r 2022 v
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