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Clusters Conference – Building successful regions through dynamic Clusters. Role of Universities in supporting Cluster development How the tertiary education sector can contribute Prof. Dr. Peter Heydebreck Brno, May 30th 2005 p.heydebreck@inno-group.com Pethe@ikp.liu.se.
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Clusters Conference – Building successful regions through dynamic Clusters Role of Universities in supporting Cluster development How the tertiary education sector can contribute Prof. Dr. Peter Heydebreck Brno, May 30th 2005 p.heydebreck@inno-group.com Pethe@ikp.liu.se
State-of-the-art competence Universities’ contribution Universities can offer: • Networks • Image / reputation • Neutral ground for clustering stakeholders
Generation of sufficient leading knowledge and critical mass to raise awareness for a theme Supporting Cluster development • Lobbying for a conscious cluster policy • Satisfying cluster members’ needs • Contribute to make the cluster internationally known • Contribute to foresight processes
Clear mandate (including financial resources) Key success factors • Strategy of the University • Dedication of all key University staff to the overall strategy • Reward and incentive systems (including recruitment and career development policies) must reflect the strategy • Professional consultancy support • Perseverance