1. HEInnovate A self-assessment tool for Higher Education Institutions
12th June 2014
Paul Hannon, Swansea University
Rebecca Allinson, Technopolis

2. Agenda Agenda Welcome and introduction Aim of the workshop
Presentation of the results
Group discussions around the seven areas
Plenary feedback - Q&A

3. Introduction to HEInnovate
Self-assessment tool for HEI – to explore entrepreneurial potential
An initiative of the European Commission and the OECD
Open to all HEIs (Universities, University Colleges, Polytechnics, etc)
It provides a tool to open up discussion and debate associated with the entrepreneurial nature of your institution -> A joint action plan
It is available at :

4. Aim of the workshop
To introduce the HEInnovate assessment tool
To generate discussion around the seven areas of self-assessment
To explore the strengths and weaknesses in your HEIs
To discuss how HEInnovate could be used within your(s) HEI to develop the entrepreneurial potential

8. Get started..

9. Get started..

10. Manage groups..

11. View assessments

13. Group function: Discussing and comparing results – through facilitated workshops

14. Guidance Notes

15. Case Studies - based on your results

16. 26 responses from the HEIs
Your results
26 responses from the HEIs

17. Overall results n=26

18. Leadership and governance

19. Leadership and governance – results by score

20. Organisational capacity, people and incentives

21. Organisational capacity, people and incentives – by score

22. Entrepreneurial teaching and learning

23. Entrepreneurial teaching and learning – by score

24. Pathways for entrepreneurs – pt 1

25. Pathways for entrepreneurs – pt 2

26. Pathways for entrepreneurs – by score

27. Pathways for entrepreneurs – by score

28. UB external relationships and knowledge exchange

29. UB external relationships and knowledge exchange

30. Internationalisation of the entrepreneurial university

31. Internationalisation of the entrepreneurial university – by score

32. Measuring the impact

33. Measuring the impact

34. Small group discussions
To generate discussion around the areas of the self-assessment (each table can chose from 2-3 areas to focus on)
In groups – looking at the statements identify and priorities main challenges or barriers to developing against the statements in your institutions, particularly regarding the urgency and the level of influence you have to affect change. Identify 1 or 2.
Report back from groups
For each group
Nominate a chair of the group
Nominate a rapporteur

35. Leadership and Governance
Entrepreneurship is a major part of the university strategy
High level commitment to implementing the entrepreneurial strategy
A model for coordinating and integrating entrepreneurial activities at all levels across the university
Faculty/Units have autonomy to act
The university is a driving force for entrepreneurship development in the wider regional, social and community environment

36. Organisational Capacity, People and Incentives
Sustainable financial strategy – long-term diversified/self-funded activities
Mechanism for collaboration across boundaries/silos
Recruiting and engaging entrepreneurs –using attitudes and experiences as criteria
Career development policy addressing the entrepreneurial agenda/own key goals
Incentive and reward systems to support entrepreneurial behavior

37. Entrepreneurship is a major part of the university strategy
High level commitment to implementing the entrepreneurial strategy
A model for coordinating and integrating entrepreneurial activities at all levels across the university (boundaries/silos)
Sustainable financial strategy – long-term diversified/self-funded activities
Recruiting and engaging entrepreneurs -attitudes and experiences as criteria (career development goals)
Incentive and reward systems to support entrepreneurial behavior
Group Work – 1hour 15 mins

38. Opportunities for staff and students to experience entrepreneurship
Support to move from entrepreneurial ideas to action + mentoring
Facilitate access to business incubation facilities + private financing
University structures support the development of entrepreneurial teaching (mindset and skills)
Student-centered, problem-based “real life” learning experience across all departments
Collaboration and engaging with external stakeholders + Research
Group Work – 1 hr 15 mins

39. External Relationships for Knowledge Exchange
Commitment to collaborate with industry, society and the public sector
Active involvement in partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders
Strong links with incubators, science parks and other external initiatives
Support for mobility between academia and the external environment
Research, education and industry activities are linked together

40. Internationalisation
Internationalization strategy is key and reflect the entrepreneurial objectives
Support for international mobility
Recruitment of international and entrepreneurial staff
Teaching and learning environment tailored a global audience
Active participation in international networks – also as a feed back into the teaching, learning and research agenda

41. Measuring the Impact
Assess the impact of the strategy and the response to entrepreneurial change
Assess the level of engagement in teaching across the institution
Measure the impact of entrepreneurial education activities in progression
Monitor the knowledge exchange activities – internal and external value/impact
Monitor and evaluate the start-up support activities

42. Group Work – 1 hour 15 mins Support for international mobility
Recruitment of international and entrepreneurial staff
Teaching and learning environment tailored a global audience
Measure the impact of entrepreneurial education activities in progression
Monitor the knowledge exchange activities – internal and external value/impact
Monitor and evaluate the start-up support activities
Commitment to collaborate with industry and society
Support for mobility between academia and the external environment
Research, education and industry activities are linked together
Group Work – 1 hour 15 mins

43. HEI Small Group Discussions - afternoon
Discuss in groups how you can use HEInnovate within your institution
What are the most important area to work at in your institution?
What immediate actions will you take?
What long term effect will you be aiming for?

44. HEInnovate.eu For more information: info@heinnovate.eu
Rebecca Allinson, Technopolis Group, Brighton,
and
Paul Hannon, Swansea University