The Higher Education Innovation Impact Compass by the DEC Startups & Innovation Working Group
This Executive Briefing will introduce the Higher Education Innovation Impact Compass, developed by the DEC Startups & Innovation Working Group.
Higher education plays a unique role in the innovation landscape by continuously innovating in education while nurturing entrepreneurship. However, a key challenge remains: the lack of a consistent, comprehensive framework to measure impact.
Developed in collaboration with 13 institutions worldwide, the Innovation Impact Compass addresses this gap by providing a structured approach to help institutions measure, benchmark, and articulate the outcomes of their innovation and entrepreneurship activities.
The report explores innovation metrics across three higher-education-specific dimensions: Educational Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Macro & Societal Impact, offering a practical tool for leaders to assess performance and strengthen strategic decision-making.
Speakers
Alessandro Di Lullo
Danny Bielik
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Sara Segundo
DEC Executive Briefings are exclusive monthly sessions for member institutions. Each briefing convenes a curated group of education leaders, subject experts, and institutional decision-makers to explore a pressing topic in higher education. Sessions are conducted online and include structured discussion, case studies, and actionable takeaways.