Education Sciences (Mar 2019)

Qualitative Analysis of Satisfying and Dissatisfying Factors in a University–Industry Cooperation Programme

  • Jian Ming Luo,
  • Chi Fung Lam

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci9010056
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9, no. 1
p. 56

Abstract

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Using qualitative semistructured interviews, this study aims to analyse the satisfying and dissatisfying factors in a university–industry cooperation programme. Work experience, monetary benefit, HR policies, language and time are important factors determining the satisfaction and dissatisfaction of students towards a university–industry cooperation programme. Results help in evaluating and identifying the sustainability of a programme. Marketing practitioners can consider the results in designing corresponding marketing strategies, and HR managers and programme coordinators can formulate guidelines for future improvements of related programmes.

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