Praxis — Independent international advisory platform
Praxis Index
University Internationalization Maturity Index
Why Praxis Index?
University international activities often develop in a fragmented way: separate programs, unconnected partnerships, isolated initiatives without a unified logic.
- Holistic viewSystematic perspective on the entire spectrum of a university’s international activities.Objective assessmentMeasurable indicators of development level according to a unified methodology.Growth areasIdentification of gaps and unrealized potential.Management decisionsNot just diagnostics — a tool for defining strategic priorities.What we evaluateThe Index covers 6 key elements of international education, creating a full university profile:
- International educational programsLevel of development of programs with an international component, including joint and double degree programs.
- Academic mobilityEfficiency of student and staff exchanges, inclusion of international academic tracks.
- International recruitmentPotential to attract and retain international students, global university promotion.
- International educational environmentIntegration of international students and faculty, support for global academic culture.
- International partnershipsQuality and strategic value of the university’s international academic and research network.
- Global positioningRankings, international accreditations, digital transformation, and global brand development.
How Praxis Index works6 elements × 4 criteria × 4 maturity levels — 24 measurable indicators for a systematic assessment of international education development.InitialFragmented practices, lack of system and measurable goalsDevelopingStructures emerge, initial sustainable processes are formingSystemicIntegrated approach with coordinated actions across all levelsAdvancedStrategic leadership, continuous improvement, and innovationInternationalization Maturity MapPraxis Index visualizes the development level of each of the 6 elements, forming a manageable map of a university’s international activities — clear, objective, comparable.- 3International ProgramsLevel 3/4
- 2Academic MobilityLevel 2/4
- 1International RecruitmentLevel 1/4
- 4Educational EnvironmentLevel 4/4
- 2PartnershipsLevel 2/4
- 2Global PositioningLevel 2/4
How we workDiagnosisAnalysis of the current model, organizational structure, and key international processes.AssessmentSystematic evaluation across 24 criteria with maturity levels assigned to each element.Strategic insightsIdentification of growth priorities and concrete recommendations from Praxis.Connection with Praxis ModelThe Index transforms the Framework from concept into a management tool, ensuring alignment between strategy and daily practice of international education.- Framework defines the modelPraxis Framework describes the architecture of international education at strategic, academic, and institutional levels — the conceptual basis for the system.
- Index measures maturityPraxis Index translates the model into actionable management solutions, objectively assessing current status and identifying development priorities.
- Measure maturity: Assess each Framework element using a clear scale
- Identify gaps: Reveal discrepancies between strategic intent and actual implementation
- Manage decisions: Move from conceptual model to concrete, evidence-based management actions
What the university receives- International Education ProfileDetailed analysis of all 6 elementsMaturity assessmentPosition across 4 maturity levelsGrowth opportunitiesKey areas with the greatest potential for developmentStrategic prioritiesClear focus for management decisionsPraxis recommendationsExpert insights based on international best practicesFrom diagnosis to systemic solutionsPraxis Index is the starting point for all Praxis projects, enabling a seamless transition from diagnostics to model design and implementation of sustainable management solutions.Praxis IndexAssessment of current state and growth areasPraxis ModelDesign of a systemic model of international educationPraxis AdvisoryImplementation support and development of management competenciesReady to define your strategic priorities?Launch a Praxis Index diagnostic and receive an objective assessment of your university’s international education maturity — with actionable recommendations for the next step.
