Build strong university-industry partnerships by first gaining a deep understanding of your environment. Analyse both internal and external factors, including assets, structures, resources, and stakeholders.

This intensive online training program will accelerate your skills in university-business collaboration – whether you’re new in the field or have years of experience. Topics include: partnership approaches; pathway valorisation and measuring outputs, outcomes and impact.

Use systematic approaches to recognise, initiate and pursue partnership opportunities. Define the qualities you want in external partners, identify collaboration activities, and develop a personalised approach that aligns with your institution's objectives.

Learn the characteristics and benefits of strategic partnerships as well as understand the different models and frameworks you can apply. Gain skills to facilitate the transition towards long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.

In this masterclass we speak to Roy Priest, Associate Professor at Birmingham City University about designing physical spaces that encourage interaction and collaboration, spark new ideas and give birth to discoveries and enterprises.

Explore how to nurture, manage and measure partnerships. Learn effective communication, relationship management, and evaluation strategies to create mutually beneficial connections and address challenges proactively.

This two-month online training program is designed for ambitious academics ready to engage externally with research valorisation. Topics include: impactful research; impact mindset; external engagement and valorisation; and personal brand building and research communication.