Project

INTRABUILD PROJECT SUMMARY

The INTRABUILD project aims to create a transformative and inclusive internal culture within universities that fosters intrapreneurship among all its actors with the HEI, which can further promote innovation and link the university with external entrepreneurial activities. Cultivation of characteristics of intrapreneurship in academia, the concept of the intrapreneurial university emerges as a compelling avenue for innovation and entrepreneurship. By instilling intrapreneurial skills, the project seeks to stimulate a culture that encourages individuals within the university to think creatively, take initiative, and pursue innovative ideas.

More specifically, the project aims to build the intrapreneurial skills and capabilities of 100 academic staff and students through training in HEIs in third countries not associated to the Programme, in the departments of Management, Humanities, Arts and IT, by preparing them to become true agents of change, through a new innovative practice developed during the project; To launch 2 intrapreneurial initiatives “Academic Intrapreneurship Empowerment” & “Intrapreneurship Ignite” at country level (Albania and Kosovo) at student level and faculty level, under mentorship of EU experienced partners; To produce a policy paper on the main intrapreneurial mechanisms needed for in entrepreneurial universities as well as a research output on the development of intrapreneurial skills based on data collected in developed Programme Country HEIs and Partner Country HEIs, To establish the “IntraSphere” – a conducive physical environment that promotes intrapreneurial collaboration and innovation within the university setting

Impact of the IntraBuild Project

The IntraBuild project is designed to foster intrapreneurship within academia, equipping policymakers, academics, administrators, and students with the necessary skills and mindset to drive innovation and collaboration. The project contributes to the external dimension of EU internal policies, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement to support green and sustainable recovery in third countries. Below is a summary of its impact across different target groups over short, mid, and long-term periods.

  1. National-Level Impact: Policy Makers & Governing Bodies
  • Increased awareness of intrapreneurship’s significance in academia and industries.
  • Knowledge dissemination about mechanisms, challenges, and skills related to intrapreneurial initiatives.
      • Development of policies and strategies that encourage intrapreneurial activities within higher education institutions.
      • Strengthened partnerships between academia and industry, leading to collaborative projects.
    • Institutional transformation, embedding intrapreneurship into national education policies.
    • Sustained academic-industry collaboration, fostering innovation-driven economic growth.

    2. Impact on Academics (Personal & Institutional)

        • Adoption of an intrapreneurial mindset among 50 academic staff (including 20 females) from Albania and Kosovo.
        • Training programs promoting academic innovation and collaboration.
        • Establishment of a dedicated physical space for intrapreneurial initiatives within universities.
        • Integration of a new elective course on “Academic Intrapreneurship Empowerment” in university curricula.
  • Cultural transformation within institutions, fostering long-term commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Enhanced research outputs, patents, and industry-aligned solutions, strengthening university reputation and impact.

    • 3. Impact on Administration Staff (Personal & Institutional)

    • Training of 25 top management and administrative staff (including 10 females) from Albania and Kosovo to develop strategic leadership in innovation.
    o Improved institutional governance, with resource allocation strategies supporting intrapreneurial activities.
    o Stronger alignment of leadership decisions with university third-mission objectives.
    o A sustainable administrative framework that continuously fosters innovation, research, and industry partnerships.
    o Institutionalization of intrapreneurial policies, ensuring long-term structural support for innovation-driven education.

    4. Impact on Students (Personal & Institutional)

    o Training of 25 students (including 5 from disadvantaged backgrounds) in intrapreneurial skills.
    o Student-driven intrapreneurial initiatives launched during bootcamps.
    o Development of a lifelong learning culture where students actively seek innovation opportunities.
    o Graduates integrate intrapreneurial skills into their professional careers, leading to enhanced employability and job creation.
    o Alumni contribute to the university innovation ecosystem through mentorship, investment, and collaboration.
    o A continuous cycle of student-driven innovation, strengthening institutional ties with the private sector.