UR-ILF

Join UR-ILF – The International Forum for Excellence, Networking, and Strategic Dialogue in University Rankings

The University Rankings International Leadership Forum (UR-ILF), powered by UNIRANKS, is an exclusive professional platform that brings together higher education leaders, ranking experts, researchers, and policymakers to shape the future of university rankings. UR-ILF fosters a vibrant global community where members collaborate, exchange knowledge, and engage in strategic dialogue to enhance institutional visibility, performance, and impact in the evolving landscape of higher education.

UR-ILF serves as a dynamic hub for professional networking, knowledge sharing, and innovation—empowering institutions and individuals to navigate challenges, adopt best practices, and drive excellence in global rankings and higher education leadership.

Launching 2026 – Global Collaboration, Local Empowerment

The University Rankings International Leadership Forum (UR-ILF) is an exclusive professional platform designed for higher education leaders, ranking experts, researchers, and policymakers dedicated to advancing excellence in global university rankings. As a dynamic community, UR-ILF fosters ongoing professional collaboration, knowledge exchange, and strategic dialogue to help members navigate and influence the evolving landscape of university rankings.

UR-ILF provides a vibrant environment where members connect with peers, share best practices, access cutting-edge resources, and engage in initiatives that drive institutional visibility and performance.

Membership to UR-ILF is available via subscription, with lifetime membership awarded to all graduates of the UR-LEAD University Rankings Leadership Certification Program. This ensures that emerging leaders from the UR-LEAD program seamlessly join a thriving professional network that supports their continuous growth and impact in the field of university rankings.

To be the leading global forum for university rankings leaders, empowering members to collaborate, innovate, and lead transformative change in higher education institutions worldwide.

To provide a collaborative platform that fosters professional networking, knowledge sharing, and strategic engagement among university leaders and ranking experts, enabling sustained institutional excellence and global impact.

• Professional Collaboration: Engage with a global community of university presidents, vice presidents, deans, institutional researchers, consultants, and ranking analysts.
  
• Discussion Forums and Working Groups: Participate in focused discussions and committees that address current challenges, emerging trends, and best practices in university rankings.
  
• Resource Library: Access exclusive toolkits, benchmarking reports, research publications, and strategic guidance developed by ranking and data experts.
  
• Events and Webinars: Receive priority invitations to UR-ILF-hosted webinars, roundtables, and leadership events designed to foster ongoing learning and innovation.
  
• Career and Consulting Opportunities: Connect with opportunities for professional growth, including consulting projects, speaking engagements, and collaborative research.

UR-ILF operates as a subscription-based platform with tiered membership plans designed to accommodate individuals and institutions. Members benefit from continuous access to networking, learning, and thought leadership resources that support effective university rankings management and institutional advancement.

Graduates of the UR-LEAD University Rankings Leadership Certification Program receive lifetime complimentary membership to UR-ILF, recognizing their specialized expertise and leadership role in the university rankings ecosystem. This membership facilitates seamless integration into a community of like-minded professionals committed to transparency, benchmarking, and excellence.

UR-ILF is governed by an advisory committee composed of senior leaders and experts in higher education and university rankings. The governance structure ensures alignment with member needs and responsiveness to evolving global higher education dynamics.