Triple Helix Collaboration Model in Entrepreneurship Curriculum Transformation: Enhancing Graduate Entrepreneurial Competitiveness in the Global Era
Keywords:
Competitiveness, Curriculum Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Industry Collaboration, Triple Helix
Abstract
The implementation of the Triple Helix model in higher education is an important strategy to increase the relevance of the entrepreneurship curriculum and improve graduate competitiveness. The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of synergy between academia, industry, and government in curriculum transformation and its impact on improving graduate competency. Data were collected through a quantitative approach using questionnaires and a qualitative approach using in-depth interviews and tracer studies. The research hypothesis is that the Triple Helix model has a significant influence on curriculum transformation and graduate competitiveness. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistical methods combined with qualitative findings. The results show that academia and industry play a significant role in integrating research, project-based learning, and practice-based learning. However, government support remains limited to regulatory aspects. Experience-based curriculum transformation has been shown to improve graduate managerial competence, independence, and innovation, although global business reach remains low. These findings emphasize the need for strengthened government support and the development of digitalization- and globalization-oriented curricula to enhance graduate competitiveness.
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Pendriana, Y., Raharjo, TJ, Pramono, SE, & Yulianto, A. (2024). Triple Helix Collaboration: Optimizing the Quality of Human Resources in the Digital Age through the Teaching Practitioner Program. International Conference on Science, Education, and Technology , 10 , 114–119.
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Rajagopal. (2020). Entrepreneurship, Education, and Economics: A Helix Effect on Business Growth. Entrepreneurship and Regional Development , 3–24.
Rodrigues, AOA, Marques, CS, & Ramadani, V. (2024). Artisan Entrepreneurship, Resilience and Sustainable Development: The Quintuple Helix Innovation Model in The Low-Density and Cross-Border Territories. Journal of Enterprise Information Management , 37 (5), 1603–1626.
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Vivar-Simon, M., Zabaleta, N., Torre, J.D. La, Basañez, A., Urruzuno, A., & Markuerkiaga, L. (2022). Towards Human-Scale Competitiveness: Priority Challenges for Triple Helix towards 2030. Sustainability (Switzerland) , 14 (13), 1–15. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14138141
Wordu, J. A., & Ahule, G. E. (2025). Quality Assurance and Triple Helix Partnership: Tools for Enhancing University Education for Sustainable Development. International Journal of Educational Management , 1 (1), 161–178.
Xie, L. (2024). Developing Nutritional Education Programs for Bio Entrepreneurship: Integrating Innovation and Entrepreneurship with Biotechnological Approaches. Journal of Commercial Biotechnology , 29 (2), 360–368.
Yang, J. (2024). University Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education and Professional Education Integration Curriculum System Construction. Advances in Education, Humanities and Social Science Research , 9 (1), 118–126. https://doi.org/10.56028/aehssr.9.1.118.2024
Published
2026-05-03
How to Cite
Elpisah, Nurdin, Saripuddin, & Andi Aris Mattunruang. (2026). Triple Helix Collaboration Model in Entrepreneurship Curriculum Transformation: Enhancing Graduate Entrepreneurial Competitiveness in the Global Era. International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Science , 5(02), 889-905. https://doi.org/10.63922/ijevss.v5i02.3375
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