Digitalizing Administration Systems in an Under-Resourced Context: Ministry of Higher Education’s E-Readiness
Keywords:
ICT, Information and Communication Technology, organization, electronic system, Ministry of Higher EducationAbstract
The development of the Administrative System is a significant factor within the National Higher Education Strategic Plan. The Ministry of Higher Education plans to facilitate and expand the registration and recording system of universities. Therefore, the computerization and digitalization of administrations and registrations are considered to cover the above-mentioned goals for Higher Education. Moreover, it is the only way to bring transparency and fast performances. Due to this mentioned fact, and the importance of ICTs and the digitalization of administrations, the author felt the need to study the extent to which the Ministry of Higher Education is ready for digitalizing administration systems. The study entailed the explanation of the existing registration system and its challenges. Furthermore, it discussed the possibilities and facilities that ICTs provide for a country and its administrations. The study concluded with some implications to improve the quality of education and the effective administration system.
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