Analyzing University–Partner Collaboration in Project-Based Learning

The development of project-based learning (PBL) in universities — as one of the dimensions of the so-called “third mission” of higher education institutions — fosters collaboration with stakeholders from academia, industry, business, and the non-profit sector to implement technological, social, and managerial innovations. This, in turn, contributes to the transformation of universities into regional analytical and expert hubs. However, both universities and their external partners have specific, often divergent, needs and interests. The alignment of these interests is critical to sustaining effective collaboration and ensuring the overall success of project-based learning initiatives.