Internationalization of medical university: advantages and risks
Abstract
The internationalization of higher education is a deliberate process initiated by higher education institutions (including Medical Schools). Its potential consequences expand beyond higher education itself, affecting the society as a whole. The article discusses the benefits, risks, perspectives and potential consequences of internationalization at the Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Chisinau, Republic of Moldova). Although there are certain risks, the actual internationalization process of High Medical Schools has no alternative, and its expansion promises numerous potential advantages. Successful development of the internationalization involves good command and progressive development of both communicative and linguistic skills of all university employees as well as openness for cultural and ethnic diversity.
About the Authors
E. V. Guţu
Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Moldova, Republic of
Moldova, Republic of
Chisinau
E. I. Gherghelegiu
Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Moldova, Republic of
Moldova, Republic of
Chisinau
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Guţu E.V., Gherghelegiu E.I. Internationalization of medical university: advantages and risks. Title in english. 2020;15(1):3-9. (In Russ.)
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