City of Glasgow College awarded for innovation
A Glasgow college has been recognised by professional body the Institute of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange (IKE) for encouraging innovation and entrepreneurialism among its students.
City of Glasgow College is the first Scottish institution to be awarded IKE’s Investors in Innovation professional standard.
The standard provides a framework for an organisation to assess, validate and benchmark its innovation capability and is open to businesses and public sector organisations.
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The college’s principal Paul Little said: “Our college strives to deliver innovative and unique learning and teaching techniques directly linked to industry needs and achieving this status confirms that we are right on track.
“The Assessors specifically highlighted our impressive ambitions, inspirational leadership and the volume of innovative practice across our college.”
The assessment was managed by Douglas Morrison, the college’s curriculum head for building, engineering & energy said it was a “fantastic recognition” for the institution.
“Our Industry Academy model in particular was cited as an excellent example of innovation in action with its economic and social benefits evident in significantly increased student work experience, placement opportunities and guaranteed job interviews for hundreds of graduates,” he said.
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