Universities as one of regional agents - theoretical concepts and approaches
2010
Kronberga, G., University of Latvia, Riga (Latvia). Faculty of Social Sciences
The Latvian National Development Plan (2007-2013) states that knowledge and information are basic resources for the knowledge society and knowledge-based economic development in the regions of Latvia. The main potential of scientific research is concentrated in universities and research institutions. University, as one of the main agent of science and practice, provides creation, management, and transfer of knowledge. Nowadays, the question on higher education in Latvia is extremely important in the situation of economic crisis. The aim of the article is to present the topical theoretical aspects and approaches on the universities as one of regional agents in the regional development. The higher education development must focus on the university activities such as - technology and knowledge transfer and university-industry partnerships. The education curricula should be tailored to match the skill demands of local knowledge-based industries. By conducting research and serving as a regional repository of expertise the university heavily influences the abilities of regions to attract and retain technology-intensive companies and provides the regional labour force with modern knowledge skills. Universities should also respond in a flexible way to the uncertain and rapidly changing economic environment. Methods: document analysis.
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