International Journal of Higher Education Management
Volume 12 Issue 02 (August 2026)
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1. Dialectical contradictions in postgraduate business education: A Framework for enhancing teaching and learning in UK higher education
Authors: Tripti Kohli; Aarti H Modasiya; Kashif Khan; Palto Datta
Published: 19 May 2026
Article URL: https://ijhem.com/details&cid=116
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