Questionnaire on the Startup and Innovation Ecosystem in Higher Education Institutions
Please complete the following questionnaire for the research undertaken under the School of Management & Entrepreneurship, KUFOS: Your institutional data entered here will not be shared with anybody. It will be not be misused in anyway and its purely for the research purpose.

A. INSTITUTIONAL PROFILE

Please select all those areas that pertain to your institution
Name of the College
Place of the College

B. RESPONDENT PROFILE

Name Age
Email ID Mobile Number
Highest Qualification Gender
Respondent Category Respondent Profile
Respondent Teaching Experience Respondent Industry Experience

C. I. INFRASTRUCTURE & RESOURCES

Select your choice as per your level of agreement with the perceptions in relation to startup and innovation ecosystem in
higher education institutions

C.I.A. Physical Infrastructure

Please select your choice
01. Technology Labs & Modern Laboratories: Establishing labs with cutting-edge technology for research and development is essential in developing an entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem in an educational institution.
02. Incubation Facilities: Having incubation facilities for prototyping and experimentation expedites the culture of innovation & entrepreneurship
03. High-speed internet is a basic requirement for the growth of a startup and innovation ecosystem in campuses

C.I.B. Financial Factors & Resources

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04. The incentives, grants and entrepreneurial scholarships by the institution contribute to the promotion of a startup and innovation ecosystem in the campus.
05. The seed funding is critical in initiating, promoting and supporting the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem in the campus.
06. Access to venture capital/angel investors promotes the startup and innovation ecosystem in educational institutions
07. Financial/academic incentives for faculty significantly improves their involvement in startup initiatives

C.I.C. Human Resources

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08. The presence of experienced mentors and advisors are crucial the development of a startup and innovation ecosystem in an educational institution.
09. Collaboration opportunities with industry experts and integrating them in advisory boards upscale the development of a startup and innovation ecosystem in the campus
10. The encouragement & support by professors / academic advisors / administrative staff are vital in pushing the students to take up higher risks and entrepreneurial activities in the campus
11. The availability of skilled technical staff which supports the entrepreneurs to develop prototypes is a key element in developing an entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem in higher education institutions.
12. Developing a database of Alumni who are engaged in entrepreneurial & research initiatives and including them in the startup and innovation ecosystem guarantee the entrepreneurial and innovation culture in the campus
13. The risk taking ability among faculty, administrators, and students directly influences the campus innovation climate

C.II. EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

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higher education institutions

C.II.A. Curriculum Integration

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14. The availability of entrepreneurship and innovation courses / electives are fundamental in fostering startup & innovation ecosystem in the campus
15. The curriculum integration, academic evaluation & academic incentives for the innovative ideas & startups are critical to develop a smart startup and innovation ecosystem in the campus
16. The integration of innovation-driven / business-driven assignments enhance the effectiveness of business plans and promote the startup and innovation ecosystem in the campus
17. The flexible academic schedules & flexibility in academic regulationsimpact the academic performance, entrepreneurial pursuits and overall wellbeing of students & faculty engaged in entrepreneurial activities.
18. The industry relevant curriculum promotes innovative processes and startup trends
19. The industry internship, industrial visits and familiarizing with successful startups append to understanding and identifying key factors influencing business and entrepreneurial process
20. The startup and innovation related workshops, trainings, and seminars are basic and central in fostering startup & innovation ecosystem in the campus

C.II.B. Entrepreneurial & Research Support

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21. 24/7 access to incubation facilities, research & technical labs, market research tools and library resources by the students, staff and faculty encourage the research / innovation / entrepreneurial culture in the campus.
22. Innovative teaching practices promote the development of a startup and innovation ecosystem
23. Establishing liaisons with government & other regulatory bodies encourages the acceleration of a startup and innovation ecosystem in the campus.
24. The availability of a facility in the campus to access government grants and schemes contribute to the promotion of a startup and innovation ecosystem

C.II.C. Leadership and Strategic Vision

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25. Visionary Leadership is indispensable for fostering a resilient startup and innovation ecosystem and its sustainability.
26. A well-defined strategic plan and its proper implementation are crucial for developing and promoting a culture of innovation within the institution
27. Transparent & timely decision-making is a key factor in creating a supportive environment for entrepreneurship and innovation within the educational institution
28. The availability of proper policies and procedures makes a positive and lasting impact in the development of a robust startup and innovation ecosystem

C.III. EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT

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higher education institutions

C.III.A. Networking & Collaborations

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29. The collaboration with startup hubs, incubators, accelerators, broader startup ecosystems enhances startup culture among students and faculty and improves the innovative process in the campus
30. The collaboration with government agencies, research organizations, academic institutions, and industries augments the academic, professional and financial support to develop a robust startup and innovation ecosystem.
31. The organization of hackathons, idea generation competitions and intensive boot-camps foster innovation and creativity within diverse domains and promote collaborative problem-solving and technological advancements
32. The support for student-led initiatives and collaborations leads to the success of a startup and innovation ecosystem.

C.III.B. Community Engagement & Cultural Influence

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33. Involvement in community outreach and social impact projects helps the students to engage in innovative career pathways and problem solving skills
34. The awareness among parents about the importance of innovation & entrepreneurship in higher education is critical in developing a positive response from the students towards startup and innovation ecosystem.
35. The institutional integration & promotion of successful student startups, support for student led initiatives and clubs are fundamental in bringing in a change in the mindset of the students, staff, faculty and parents

C.III.C. Government Policies & Other Regulations

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36. The availability of various government grants and schemes for the student innovators & startups contribute to the promotion of a startup and innovation ecosystem.
37. The favourable startup culture due to proactive Government Policies promotes entrepreneurial and innovation culture in the campus.
38. Government initiatives to support startup and innovation ecosystem in the campuses such as but not limited to IEDC, IIC, ATAL, etc. play a major role in the innovative and entrepreneurial culture in the campus.

D. ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTION

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01. Our students feel that they want to start their own business one day
02. Our students feel that they want to opt for entrepreneurship rather than placements
03. Our students feel that they need freedom to develop their own business
04. Our students feel that they want to make a great impact on society through their entreprenurial skills
05. I feel that the entrepreneurship courses will increase the confidence level of students to take risks

E. DETAILS OF THE STARTUP AND INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN YOUR CAMPUS

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01. IIC (Institution's Innovation Council) 02. IEDC (The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Centre)
03. TBI / Incubation Centre 04. Dedicated Co-working Spaces
05. Fab Labs / Tinkering Labs 06. Science Labs
07. Technology/Robotics Labs 08. Design Centre / Animation Labs
09. Research Park / Technology Park / Innovation Centre 10. Maker Space for Prototyping and Experimentation
11. High Speed Internet Connectivity 12. Video Conferencing Facilities
13. Library Resources / databases on Startup & Innovation 14. e-Journal Subscriptions
15. Industry-Institute Interaction Cell 16. IPR Cell
17. Idea Clubs/Innovation Clubs/ Startup Clubs 18. Student-Led Innovation Committees
19. Alumni Association / Network 20. Separate Entity Registered under Section-8 of Company Act 2013

F. YOUR IDEAS ON STARTUP AND INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
01. Your ideas and suggestions to promote startup and innovation ecosystem in higher education institutions