UK companies profit from Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: University talent that's young, gifted and backed

Abstract

Purpose

Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

The UK government is providing part of the funding for university graduates to work in those businesses creating innovative, future‐focused products and services. Succinctly put, the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) initiative is about subsidizing top graduate talent to work on specialist projects for up to three years. The rationale is that it unlocks the expertise of the universities in the favour of business. It's a simple formula that can boast a number of early successes.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to digest format.

Citation

(2005), "UK companies profit from Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: University talent that's young, gifted and backed", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 19 No. 5, pp. 29-30. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280510616294