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THE UNIVERSITY IS DEMANDING AND SUSTAINABLE
Achieving the role of a leader in promoting intelligent lifestyle requires dicipline towards oneself in a way that guarantees the university continuity under the condi- tions where universities must compete more and more to attract potential students and acquire funding. Con- sidering the increase in the extent and volume of the activities that have taken place during the development of the university so far, self-dicipline and sustainability are our major challenges.
We aim for a high-level and competitive research acti- vity by creating (within the university) centres of excel- lence, improving the supporting activities of research and efficiency of doctoral studies. We expect acade- mic rigour from both student and teacher by providing study programmes that meet the requirements of the society, labour market and needs of the learner. For this it is important that study programmes are developed in pursuit of quality requirements, flexible learning opportunities are created for different target groups and effectiveness of studies is increased. In developing a motivated staff and common identity, we implement an inclusive management model, create a favourable development environment for university members and ensure the continuity of a viable academic staff. We ensure optimal human resource planning and develop an image that supports the goals of the university. We also aim for financial sustainability of the university by creating an internal funding model for more effective use of the existing resources.
AS A RESULT
n the proportion of funding for the centres of excellence in research has increased in the university revenue;
n the three-year average funding of research, development and creative activity per academic employee has increased;
n the number of doctoral theses defended has increased;
n the number of high-level research publications per academic employees has increased;
n the percentage of students older than 25 years has increased at Bachelor’s and Master’s study level;
n the proportion of graduates has increased among the students matriculated into the university;
n the staff satisfaction with management and working conditions has improved.
n the student satisfaction with the quality and organisation of studies has increased;
n the university income base per one employee has increased.
TALLINN UNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2015−2020
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