Sustainability Reporting and International Rankings in Higher Education: A Case of the University of Split, Croatia

Nikša Alfirević (), Igor Jerković, Petra Jelić, Damir Piplica and Darko Rendulić
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Nikša Alfirević: Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism, University of Split, 21000 Split, Croatia
Igor Jerković: Faculty of Chemistry and Technology, University of Split, Ruđera Boškovića 35, 21000 Split, Croatia
Petra Jelić: Rector’s Office, University of Split, Ruđera Boškovića 31, 21000 Split, Croatia
Damir Piplica: Department of Forensic Science, University of Split, Ruđera Boškovića 31, 21000 Split, Croatia
Darko Rendulić: Department for Management, Karlovac University of Applied Sciences, Trg Josipa Jurja Strossmayera 9, 47000 Karlovac, Croatia

World, 2024, vol. 5, issue 1, 1-12

Abstract: We offer practical, case-based experiences on sustainability reporting in higher education institutions (HEIs), with a focus on the integration of sustainability activities into strategic planning and quality management. A proposed approach is based on the experience of the University of Split, Croatia, and the lessons learned from the SEA-EU University Alliance. In line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), our model emphasizes the active engagement of stakeholders and the continuous collection and review of sustainability data. In addition, we propose to automate the collection and dissemination of sustainability research findings through the implementation of a Current Research Information System (CRIS). Our case study provides a roadmap for improving sustainability performance and reporting. The experience of the University of Split (Croatia) could be helpful and generalizable to a number of universities with an intermediate level of maturity in sustainability management and reporting, trying to improve their university rankings.

Keywords: sustainability; higher education; reporting; University of Split; Croatia (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: G15 G17 G18 L21 L22 L25 L26 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 R51 R52 R58 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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