ABSTRACT

We apply Value Nets as a tool for identifying potential partnership opportunities between the University of Adelaide (UofA) and University of South Australia (UniSA), and between the University of Queensland (UQ) paired with the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Institutional profile data revealed a similar relationship within each pair. UQ and UofA are local pacesetters in research and offer a comprehensive range of courses. QUT and UniSA have developed world-class research programs and generally outperform their older neighbour in learning and teaching. The research performance gap between UofA and UniSA is narrower than that seen between UQ and QUT. Value Nets provide a useful tool for deeper reflection. The case for merger is stronger for UofA and UniSA. Nevertheless, a closer examination reveals significant potential for divergent opinions about how such a merger should be implemented. More importantly, Value Nets reveal significant opportunities for mutual gain without the requirement for merging.

摘要

我们将Value Nets作为一种工具，用于确定阿德莱德大学（UofA）与南澳大利亚大学（UniSA）之间以及昆士兰大学（UQ）与昆士兰科技大学（QUT）配对之间的潜在合作机会。机构资料显示，每对学生之间的关系相似。昆士兰大学（UQ）和UofA是当地的研究先驱，并提供广泛的课程。昆士兰理工大学和UniSA开发了世界一流的研究计划，在学与教方面总体上胜过了他们的老邻居。UofA和UniSA之间的研究性能差距比UQ和QUT之间的研究性能差距要窄。价值网为深入思考提供了有用的工具。UofA和UniSA合并的理由更强。不过，仔细研究发现，对于如何实施这种合并有很大的分歧意见。更重要的是，价值网在不需要合并的情况下揭示了互利的重大机会。