TITLE:
Exploring the Reform and Safeguard Mechanisms for Performance-Oriented Ph.D. Admission Assessment Systems: A Case Study of University J
AUTHORS:
Zhengsong Zhou, Lijun Ma
KEYWORDS:
PhD Admissions, Performance-Driven, Admission Reform
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Social Sciences,
Vol.12 No.12,
December
25,
2024
ABSTRACT: In recent years, China has continuously supported and encouraged doctoral institutions to pilot reforms that focus on an application-based and assessment-driven admission system for doctoral programs. This study explores the doctoral admission reform at J University, with the research objective of addressing challenges such as unscientific allocation of admission quotas, imperfect admission methods, and inadequate safeguard mechanisms. Using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), we establish a performance-driven, five-dimensional indicator system for quota allocation, encompassing authorized scale, scientific research, faculty strength, research platforms, and training quality and efficiency. Additionally, we propose a “three-phase, four-method” admission strategy to improve the admission process. From the perspective of quality management and control, we develop safeguard mechanisms that include optimizing resource allocation, monitoring training processes, and providing feedback on training quality, aiming to ensure sustainable and effective doctoral education reform.