Beyond Tech Transfer: A More Comprehensive Approach to Measuring the Entrepreneurial University

Walshok, Mary Lindenstein; Shapiro, Josh D.

doi:10.1108/s1074-754020140000016001

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“…The inherent complexity of ecosystems and differing priorities in terms of stakeholder interests, units of analysis and access to data create challenges for university administrators looking to act on research findings for practical implementation in this area. Recognizing that published metrics were not a robust characterization of the complexities involved, Walshok and Shapiro (2014) proposed a framework for measuring an entrepreneurial university as a function of culture, commercialization supports, talent development and diversity of industry connections, in addition to technology transfer outputs universities (Walshok and Shapiro, 2014;Audretsch and Thurik, 2001). They also acknowledged the limitations of examining these factors, given that they are difficult to document by practitioners or researchers, and that making judgments related to stakeholder priorities is challenging.…”

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Technology and talent: capturing the role of universities in regional entrepreneurial ecosystems

Huang-Saad

Duval‐Couetil

Park³

2018

JEC

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Purpose This paper describes the entrepreneurial ecosystems of three public research universities involved in the National Science Foundation (NSF) Midwest I-Corps TM (trademark symbol) Node. It presents a synthesis of programming, functional structure, commonly referenced university metrics and their limitations in measuring impact on commercialization and regional development. Design/methodology/approach Based on current literature, university data and discussions with entrepreneurship leaders at the University of Michigan/Ann Arbor, University of Illinois/Urbana Champaign and Purdue University, this paper provides an overview and analysis of entrepreneurial resources and education initiatives. Findings University contributions to entrepreneurial ecosystems can be described with respect to infrastructure and leadership, technology and talent and culture of innovation. Four main university entities are responsible for driving entrepreneurship initiatives. Identification of these entities, their respective activities and their outcomes allows us to propose a framework for analyzing and measuring university entrepreneurial ecosystem impact. Practical implications The paper describes the variety of university-based entrepreneurial initiatives believed to contribute to university entrepreneurial vibrancy and ultimately regional development. It identifies ecosystem stakeholders and provides a framework for examining their role and impact for continuous development. Originality/value The research complements prior reviews and empirical studies of university-wide entrepreneurial ecosystems by focusing on programming within and across institutions according to four dimensions (academic, research administration, technology transfer and community engagement) with respect to technology and talent development. It describes similarities across institutions and limitations associated with measuring impact. It provides a foundation for future empirical research related to the impact of NSF I-Corps and entrepreneurial programming in academic settings.

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Technology and talent: capturing the role of universities in regional entrepreneurial ecosystems

Huang-Saad

Duval‐Couetil

Park³

2018

JEC

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“…To find a single definition of the Entrepreneurial University which works across the European Higher Education Area is difficult and controversial" [9]. The characteristics of entrepreneurial universities are described interestingly by several authors [10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22]. In the article we shall try to analyze the scientific literature referring to the experience of different countries on entrepreneurial universities in several directions, namely: 1.…”

Section: Entrepreneurial University: a Brief Literature Reviewmentioning

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Effectiveness of entrepreneurial universities: experiences and challenges in digital era (a systemic approach)

Dominici¹,

Gagnidze²

2021

Interdiscip. Descr. Complex Syst.

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The modern world actively discusses the challenges that will lead to the Fourth Industrial Revolution. As the specialists assume, part of the jobs will be replaced by artificial intelligence. In addition, creation of completely new jobs is expected. As for the jobs that might be maintained in future, skills upgrading will be particularly important.In such a turbulent environment of economic development, universities, and in particular entrepreneurial universities, play a significant role. We think so as these universities have special structures that promote form a university-industry-government triple helix, reskilling and commercialization of new ideas, etc. Due to the above-mentioned factors, they will neutralize the expected fluctuations in the best way. Later we will discuss the systemic links between the mutual influence of entrepreneurial universities and economy. We consider that continuous connection with such universities will enable business to adapt to the inevitable changes with minimal loss.

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“…University-based entrepreneurship ecosystems have met with interest from entrepreneurship researchers and entrepreneurship educators worldwide, with many academic institutions looking for guidance on how to frame, design, launch and sustain their efforts in the area of entrepreneurship (Fetters et al, 2010). An entrepreneurial university is a HEI that acts in an entrepreneurial manner, based upon entrepreneurship research, the system of innovation and entrepreneurship, productivity of technology transfer offices and university spin-offs (Walshok and Shapiro, 2014). While the components of an entrepreneurial university are diverse, all successful entrepreneurial universities have an EE curriculum (Frederick, 2011).…”

Section: The Entrepreneurial University and Entrepreneurship Ecosystemsmentioning

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The status of entrepreneurship education in Australian universities

Maritz

Jones

Shwetzer

2015

Education + Training

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Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to provide an analytical overview of the current state of entrepreneurship education (EE) in Australia; placing emphasis on programs, curricula and entrepreneurship ecosystems. Design/methodology/approach -The authors performed a contextual review of the literature by delineating entrepreneurship education programs, the entrepreneurial ecosystem and EE learning and teaching. The review was enhanced by a systematic collection of data from higher education institutions web sites, depicting the prevailing situation of entrepreneurship programs, courses, subjects and their ecosystems. Findings -A number of interesting findings emerged from this study. From a curricular perspective, Australian universities offer 584 subjects related to entrepreneurship. This includes dominance at undergraduate level, representing 24 minors/majors and specializations in entrepreneurship. In total, 135 entrepreneurship ecosystems were identified. Research limitations/implications -This paper presents findings from university web sites and as such requires introspection to validate individual university offerings. Practical implications -The study provides the status of EE in Australia, and may guide academic and policy decision makers to further develop entrepreneurship initiatives. Originality/value -This paper provides the first analytical overview of EE in Australia and paves the way for further evaluation.

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Beyond Tech Transfer: A More Comprehensive Approach to Measuring the Entrepreneurial University

Cited by 46 publications

References 63 publications

Technology and talent: capturing the role of universities in regional entrepreneurial ecosystems

Technology and talent: capturing the role of universities in regional entrepreneurial ecosystems

Effectiveness of entrepreneurial universities: experiences and challenges in digital era (a systemic approach)

The status of entrepreneurship education in Australian universities

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