Conférence ICA - CEDIA (du 10 au 13 juin)

Models for successful collaboration
and partnerships of purpose
between universities, businesses and NGOs
 in education, research and innovation

10 to 13 June 2009

Leuven (BE) - Institute for Ireland in Europe

The products of universities are their degree programmes, and their research and development outcomes. Businesses and NGO’s depend on universities to deliver degree programmes which develop graduates with the desired skills and attributes. Businesses and NGOs benefit from the skills of university staff in research, development and consultancy.

The challenge is to foster collaboration and more formal partnerships of purpose between universities, businesses and NGOs that will enhance the outcome of this knowledge triangle (research, education and innovation) for the benefit of society.

The conference will examine successful strategies for gaining these benefits. The outcomes of the conference will assist universities in addressing the European political imperative for enhanced university - business partnerships. Businesses and NGOs will be better informed of the issues to address and appreciate when collaborating with universities.

The Conference themes are:

• The Political Context – EU and Government
• University Strategic Development – working with businesses
• Research and Innovation – models for collaboration and partnerships
• Education – developing a partnership
• Start up proposal for the ICA University-Business Forum for the Life Sciences

Plus d'informations sur le site de la CEDIA.