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Mariza Almeida, Guilherme Ary Plonski, Justin Axel-berg, Adelaide Baeta, Branca Terra, Bruno Simões and Henry Etzkowitz
This paper aims to propose a performance measurement system to evaluate the key aspects of entrepreneurial activities in Brazilian universities.
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to propose a performance measurement system to evaluate the key aspects of entrepreneurial activities in Brazilian universities.
Design/methodology/approach
This study was developed in two phases. Both phases consisted of a survey sent to Brazilian universities (public, private and not-for-profit) whose technology transfer offices (TTO) had contributed to the annual report by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI, 2015), which evaluates the implementation of the Innovation Law. Multiple correspondence analysis was used to analyze the answers.
Findings
A set of 13 indicators and 13 characteristics of the organizational structure of the institutions was identified for the purpose of evaluating the level of development of the entrepreneurship activities.
Research limitations/implications
The main limitation of this study relates to the low quality of the survey responses. It was not possible to qualitatively validate all the selected indicators. This is because universities are still not internally organized, because the higher authorities do not enforce the collection and treatment of data based on the existing legislation.
Originality/value
The results of this study, with the definition of indicators, can be used to inform public policy for the stimulation of entrepreneurship in other countries and regions.
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The Welfare Reform and Pensions Bill is passing through Parliament at the time of writing. Some minor amendments are anticipated before the Bill becomes law. This article attempts…
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The Welfare Reform and Pensions Bill is passing through Parliament at the time of writing. Some minor amendments are anticipated before the Bill becomes law. This article attempts to summarise 9 of the 86 Clauses in the Bill ‐ those which are most relevant to people claiming benefits because of their incapacity to work and those who try to work when they can.
In this issue, we profile three very different user‐led initiatives: a thriving user forum in Kent (FURST) involved in a wide range of local activities; the European Network of…
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In this issue, we profile three very different user‐led initiatives: a thriving user forum in Kent (FURST) involved in a wide range of local activities; the European Network of (Ex‐) Users and Survivors of Psychiatry, which promotes the rights of mental health service users on a European level; and a winning New Deal ‘innovative scheme’ designed by Talent to Work, a registered charity founded by an ex‐user of mental health services. Do not forget that the Network Page is your chance to share information or make contact with others. If you are involved in an innovative project or partnership, why not use this space to tell our readers about it? Contact Adam Pozner at OUTSET. Tel. 0181‐692 7141.
Is the path back to work paved with incentives? Reflecting on the last five years, Judy, an editorial board member and the regular compiler of the journal's Benefits page…
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Is the path back to work paved with incentives? Reflecting on the last five years, Judy, an editorial board member and the regular compiler of the journal's Benefits page, suggests that although improvements have been made, those returning to work after a period of ill health still have to follow a bumpy road.