OPTIMIZING STUDENT OUTCOMES: THE ROLE OF BLOCKCHAIN IN ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Vol.1, Issue.1 - 2025

Original Research
Sapana Garud

Author Affiliations: AVP (Independent Researcher), Barclays, New York, USA

Article Received Date: 2025-08-20

Article Accepted Date: 2025-09-15

Article Publication Date: 2025-09-22

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Abstract: The integration of blockchain technology in academic performance management has the potential to significantly improve data security, transparency, and efficiency in educational institutions. This paper examines the impact of blockchain on managing academic records, emphasizing its role in reducing data security incidents, cutting administrative costs, and enhancing time efficiency. For instance, institutions that implemented blockchain saw an 83% reduction in data security incidents and a 40% decrease in administrative costs. Additionally, the time required for transcript verification dropped from an average of 5 days to instant verification, resulting in a 100% improvement in efficiency. Student satisfaction also rose by 25%, with accuracy in academic records improving from 95% to 99.9%. These findings suggest that blockchain technology can create a more secure, efficient, and student-centered academic environment, optimizing student outcomes and institutional operations.

Conclusion: The integration of blockchain technology into academic performance management presents a compelling opportunity to address several longstanding challenges in educational record-keeping. This research has highlighted the substantial benefits of blockchain, including enhanced data security, improved transparency, and increased efficiency in administrative processes. By utilizing blockchain's decentralized and immutable ledger, educational institutions can significantly reduce the risk of data tampering, streamline record verification, and lower administrative costs. The quantitative results from this study underscore these benefits, demonstrating notable improvements in data security incidents, cost reductions, time efficiency, and overall student satisfaction. The case studies reviewed further illustrate the practical applications of blockchain in education, showcasing successful implementations that have transformed academic credential management. These examples confirm that blockchain technology can effectively enhance the integrity and accessibility of academic records, providing valuable insights for institutions considering its adoption. However, despite the promising outcomes, the study also acknowledges several challenges and limitations, including the need for widespread acceptance, potential implementation costs, and the ongoing evolution of blockchain technology. Addressing these challenges will be crucial for maximizing the benefits of blockchain in academic performance management.

Keywords: blockchain, academic performance management, data security, transparency, efficiency, educational institutions, student outcomes, record-keeping, verification, student satisfaction

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How to cite:

Garud, S. (2025). OPTIMIZING STUDENT OUTCOMES: THE ROLE OF BLOCKCHAIN IN ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT. International Journal of Information Systems in Engineering and Management (IJISEM), PP 8-18.