Perceptions of Management Regarding the Regulatory Legislation of Private Higher Education in South Africa

Abstract

Higher education in general is regulated through government regulations and policies. This paper reports on part of an investigation done for a master's dissertation. The broad research aim of the study was to provide research-based documented evidence of the impact of the higher education regulatory context on the management of a private higher education institution in South Africa. This paper is limited to the findings of the study, though it focused on how the management team of a private higher education institution perceived the impact of regulatory legislation on private higher education. To study the phenomenon, a qualitative research methodology was used and data were collected through interviews with management team members. Official documents on higher education legislation also served as data sources. A case study using an accredited and registered private higher education institution was undertaken.