Research management in higher education institutions in Bolivia and Paraguay: a SWOT analysis
by Makhabbat Ramazanova; Fátima Matos da Silva; Helena Albuquerque; Jorge Eduardo Fuentes Ávila; Beatriz Margarita Barrera Zuleta; Silvia Marín Guzmán
International Journal of Education Economics and Development (IJEED), Vol. 16, No. 1/2, 2025

Abstract: The primary purpose of this article is to present the results of a SWOT analysis of research management in higher education institutions in Bolivia and Paraguay. When managing research, it is crucial to comprehensively understand the internal and external factors that might influence the efficacy of the research management process within higher education institutions (HEIs). This involves identifying the strengths and weaknesses of HEIs and assessing the potential opportunities and threats in the broad external environment. It is essential to involve all stakeholders in the governance process, from researchers to senior managers. This study applied the SWOT methodology to gather insights from key stakeholders in higher education institutions management and ministries participating in the INNOVA project in Bolivia and Paraguay presenting their perspectives and the results obtained. The findings indicate that despite research being incorporated into Bolivia's and Paraguay's national policies, it still needs to be developed, and there are no concrete indicators regarding the fulfilment of political objectives. The main actors in this study recognise the importance of the government's role in promoting, developing, and supporting research.

Online publication date: Thu, 02-Jan-2025

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