Partnership principles by

Principle 1

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To determine which partnerships are worth pursuing for Marjon and when to say no, consider the following 5 principles for engaging with worthwhile partnerships.

1. Strategic Alignment

Partnerships should align with the university's strategic goals and social justice principles. Evaluate potential partnerships based on:

1. Compatibility with Marjon 2030 objectives

2. Contribution to addressing regional inequities in higher education access

3. Potential to enhance graduate employability and fill skills gaps

4. Alignment with the university's values of care, compassion, and community impact

Principle 2

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2. Mutual Benefit and Capacity

Assess the partnership's potential for mutual growth and the capacity of both parties to contribute meaningfully. Consider:

1. Resources and expertise each partner can offer

2. Potential for collaborative research and knowledge exchange

3. Opportunities to extend the university's reach and influence

4. Ability to create sustainable, long-term relationships

Principle 3

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Social Justice Impact

Prioritise partnerships that advance social justice and contribute to the common good. Evaluate based on:

1. Potential to improve access to education for underrepresented groups

2. Contribution to addressing regional socioeconomic challenges

3. Alignment with the university's Church of England foundation and ethical principles

4. Opportunities to create positive community impact

Principle 4

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4. Quality and Reputation

Ensure partnerships maintain or enhance the university's academic standards and reputation. Consider:

1. Academic rigour and reputation of the potential partner

2. Compatibility of academic standards

3. Potential to advance research

4. Alignment with the university's commitment to high-quality teaching and learning

Principle 5

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5. Feasibility and Sustainability

Assess the practical aspects of the partnership to ensure long-term success. Evaluate:

1. Financial viability and resource requirements

2. Legal and contractual considerations

3. Governance structures and decision-making processes

4. Potential risks and mitigation strategies

Final consideration

unieducator — 2024-12-18 14:01:19 UTC

Develop a scoring system or framework to weigh different criteria and inform decision-making. Be prepared to say no to partnerships that do not sufficiently align with these principles or contribute to the university's strategic goals and social justice mission.

1: Adding value

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A. Financial adding or reducing our bottom line

B.Repetitional enhancement or risk

C Student experience

D. Us adding value

E. Reciprocal- Clarity how they help us how we help them.

2. Values alignment / ethical

3. Time / support - cost benefit

4. Perspectives - engagement with three sectors curriculum / mission relevance

5. Interest and newsworthiness

A general point

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We should have a central database of all partnerships, by type, with a single PMU point of contact, for information

Principles of partnership

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A toolkit to inform decision making for partnership.

Working Group: Dean PSP, Dean School of Sport, Business, ADs Partnership, AD Joe Layden

Review for beginning of March.

Caveat - no more UK academic partners unless it is an incredible asset to Marjon