1. KEY TRENDS AND CHALLENGES IN HIGHER EDUCATION And INNOVATION
Leo Goedegebuure
ATEM, 18 April, 2018

2. Structure of Presentation
Changing perspectives on innovation
The concept of innovation ecosystems
An international sample
Australia and innovation ecosystems
Some final thoughts

3. Three trends and their consequences
Economic globalisation
Increased competition, new providers
Transition from industrial economies to knowledge-based economies
Increased demand for HE, increased diversity of student body
The Digital Revolution
Redesign/reconceptualisation of what we do

4. What will change The nature of work Our education programs
See reports from Foundation of Young Australians
Our education programs
Stronger links with the world of work, focus on transferable skills, micro credentials
The structure of our system???
The role of TAFE/Vocational Education; external engagement

5. Source: Martin Curley, Nature, May 19, 20165

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9. Key elements of innovation ecosystems
A Network of Research Universities, Colleges, Local Government Authorities, Established Companies, and Start-Ups
Supported by Venture Capital, Lawyers, Design Firms
SHARING knowledge
INTERACTING & COLLABORATING
Forming COMMUNITIES
To GROW and IMPROVE

10. Lessons learned from comparative analysis
Adaptation to local context crucial
Build on strengths, not concepts
Important role for governments
Collaboration amongst actors accelerates clustering
Mature enterprises must be included in the mix
Innovation ecosystems defined by process rather than industry
As much a journey of discovery as a course of action
Source: Engel 2015

11. AUSTRALIA AND INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMS
EXAMPLES ILLUSTRATING THE WAY FORWARD

15. Smart Specialisation Strategy
Focus on region  relative strengths and opportunities
Bottom-up (consensus) and evidence-based
Region’s assets
Regions challenges
Competitive advantage
Potential for excellence
Continuous monitoring/evaluation  dynamic adjustment
Share experience; interaction

17. Thank you for your attention