University Economic Impact: Two Essential Reports

We present two crucial studies examining the economic impact of universities on local and regional development:

Economic Impact of Universities: A Scoping Review

This report explores how universities drive local and regional economic growth, acting as anchor institutions that foster innovation, job creation, and community development.

Demonstrating the Economic Impacts of Civic Universities

This study identifies gaps in current impact assessments and proposes a dynamic, contextualised approach using the 12 Pillars framework to better capture universities’ civic economic contributions.

Key Insights:

Universities as anchor institutions driving economic growth and resilience
Evaluation of impact measurement methodologies
Need for dynamic, context-specific assessments
Introduction of the 12 Pillars framework for mapping civic economic impact
These reports offer valuable guidance for maximising universities’ positive impact on local economies and communities.