خباش، نوالباقدي، عيشةعجيسة، كريم2026-07-152026-05-04https://dspace.univ-ghardaia.edu.dz/handle/123456789/10680paper analyzes the concept of governance and its evolution within contemporary organizations. Initially developed in the field of corporate governance, the concept has progressively expanded to various domains, including public management and higher education institutions. The objective of this study is to examine the theoretical foundations of governance, analyze its main conceptual approaches, and identify the mechanisms that structure decision-making processes within organizations. Based on a review of academic literature and institutional reports, this research highlights the transformations affecting governance models in modern institutions. Particular attention is given to university governance, which has become a key issue in the transformation of higher education systems, especially in the context of the knowledge economy. The analysis emphasizes the specific characteristics of university governance as well as the challenges faced by universities regarding autonomy, accountability, and institutional performance. The case of the University of Bejaia provides an illustrative example of governance dynamics within the Algerian higher education system and highlights the challenges related to improving institutional governance and academic performanceArticle