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The criteria used for classification in league tables can vary depending on the context, such as education, sports, or finance. Here are some general criteria used in different types of league tables:

1. University League Tables:

   • Entry Standards: The average qualifications of new students.
   • Student Satisfaction: Based on surveys of student experiences.
   • Research Quality: Evaluated through research output and impact.
   • Graduate Prospects: Employment rates and further study statistics for graduates.
   • Teaching Quality: Assessed through various metrics including student feedback.
   • Facilities and Resources: Quality and availability of university facilities.

   Source: The Complete University Guide

2. Football (Soccer) League Tables:

   • Points: Earned through wins, draws, and losses.
   • Goal Difference: The difference between goals scored and goals conceded.
   • Goals Scored: Total number of goals scored by the team.
   • Head-to-Head Results: Used when teams are tied on points and goal difference.

   Source: Quora

3. Financial League Tables:

   • Transaction Volume: Total value of transactions handled.
   • Market Share: Proportion of the market controlled by the entity.
   • Number of Deals: Total number of transactions completed.
   • Revenue Generated: Total revenue from transactions.

   Source: IJGlobal

These criteria are often weighted differently depending on the specific league table and its purpose. For example, in university rankings, research quality might be given more weight than student satisfaction, depending on the focus of the ranking.