Assessment of the Status and Challenges of The Linkage Between Universities and Industries in Ethiopia: The Case of Two Universities and Six Industries

Authors

  • Fitsum Tsegaye Gebreab Ethiopian Civil Service University, College of Leadership and Governance School of Policy Studies, Addis Ababa
  • Kiflu Chekole Tekle Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management, Street Ibex Hill Lusaka

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46799/ajesh.v3i1.171

Keywords:

University, Industry, Linkage/Partnership, University-Industry linkage, Research and development

Abstract

University and Industry Linkages (UIL) are becoming common practices many countries worldwide. The relationship between universities and industries is highly important for promoting the economic development of a nation. This study aimed to assess the current university-industry linkage works, identify the main challenge in the process of creating good linkages and propose ways to promote collaboration between universities and industries by considering two universities and six industries within the chemical and construction inputs manufacturing industry UIL sub zonal forum in Ethiopia. A mixed research approach was used to collect and analyze the data. Accordingly, a sample survey of 246 respondents from universities and industries was conducted using a questionnaire. Moreover, interviews were conducted with UIL and Technology Transfer Directorate, Industry Manager, Ministry of Science and Technology, and Ministry of Industry and Chemical and Construction Inputs Industry Development Institute. The study reveals that university-industry linkages are at an infant stage and that long distances are expected to help people realize strategic partnerships compared to international experience. The study revealed that university-industry linkages were limited to the most known type of university-industry collaboration, which consists of student internship programs, consultancy services, and short-term training programs.

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Published

2024-01-22

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Asian Journal of Engineering, Social and Health

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