Higher Education Transformation Toward an Entrepreneurial University: Philosophical, Theoretical, and Practical Frameworks
This study examines the transformation of higher education institutions into entrepreneurial universities, analyzing their philosophical, theoretical, and practical frameworks. Employing a systematic literature review methodology, this study synthesized findings from recent scholarly publications to identify key characteristics, driving factors, and inherent challenges within this paradigm shift. The review results indicate that higher education institutions are increasingly prioritizing the development of entrepreneurial knowledge and skills among students through innovative curricula, including project-based learning and internships, leading to enhanced entrepreneurial self-efficacy. Strategic leadership, clear internal policies, and a supportive institutional culture are crucial factors, with leaders playing a vital role in promoting innovation and resource allocation. External collaborations with industry, government, and local communities, alongside the development of an innovation ecosystem involving incubators and digital technologies, are proven to enhance knowledge transfer and value creation. Significant challenges include limited research and innovation capacity, financial constraints, resistance to internal change, and social issues. This study extends the understanding of entrepreneurial universities by identifying the complex interplay between internal and external factors as drivers and inhibitors of transformation. This transformation is essential for increasing the relevance of higher education and its contribution to regional economic development.