Extent of Collaboration among Possible Industry-Locators to a Science and Technology Park: The Case of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

摘要

Objectives: This study aimed to assess the extent of collaboration among possible partners for the proposed science and Technology Park of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines. Methods: The study involved the conduct of actual visits and interviews among officials and representatives of twenty-six (26) industries located in the provinces and cities of Lanao del Norte, Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental, all in Region X, Southern Philippines. Findings: The study determined the profiles of the industry-respondents such as nature of business and their types. Inputs on possible support of these would-be industry partners around the region were also identified. These include research collaboration, involvement to curriculum development and student trainings. Application: The results of the study provide insights for crafting partnership plans to possible industry locators to Science and Technology parks.