In an era where education is seen as a cornerstone for social progress, economic development, andglobal competitiveness, understanding the intricacies of higher education rankings has becomecrucial. This new volume provides a comprehensive examination of higher education rankings,highlighting their significant influence on the global higher education landscape. It discusses thehistory, significance, and impact of higher education rankings and then delves into the metrics andranking methodologies, the pros and cons of ranking systems, the academic research andsocioeconomic implications, the role of citations and publications in research-based rankings, andmuch more. Offering a thorough exposition of the convoluted web of higher education rankings, this volume willbe a valuable reference for academicians, policymakers, and administrators, exposing the channelsby which rankings might drive the development of techniques and research systems on aworldwide scale.