Institutions of higher technical and vocational education (hereafter HTVE) in Taiwan
face the pressures of a reduced number of students and competition for students from an
increased number of domestic and international institutions. To cope with these
challenges, HTVE institutions that are better equipped to respond to market
requirements, and are prepared to make constant improvements in the efficiency and
performance of their academic and administrative affairs, are expected to attain a
competitive advantage and enhance their long-term sustainability.