Full Description
What is the purpose of universities, and what is their role in our world? Many would say that it is to educate students and conduct research. This is true, but somehow, the narrow focus on these two goals led universities to be perceived as ivory towers and detached elitist institutions.
In an era when many organisations shift towards purpose, responsibility, and sustainability, universities have a role to play in becoming a force for good. While many higher education institutions are focused on being the best for the world, some are changing to become the best for the world. A movement has begun.
A purpose-driven university utilises its resources, knowledge, talent and people to continuously and intentionally contribute to the communities and the environment in which it operates: through research, education, programmes and service.
This timely book offers the why, how and what of a purpose-driven university, utilising cases, research, concepts and a framework which can be implemented in any university interested in making a difference. This book tells the stories of purpose-driven universities and other organisations, and serves as a call for action by academic leadership to change higher education for good.
Contents
Chapter 1. On Purpose, Impact, Vision and Mission Chapter 2. The Multi-level Benefits of a Strong Purpose
Chapter 3. Responsibility, Ethics and Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Holistic Approach
Chapter 4. Leading Universities towards Purpose: The Role of University Leadership
Chapter 5. Purpose-related Stakeholders
Chapter 6. Measuring Impact and Storytelling
Chapter 7. Leading the Change
Chapter 8. The Purpose-Driven University Model: Six Steps for Holistic Implementation
Chapter 9. The Way Forward in Higher Education
