Strategic Themes, Goals, and Measures
Theme 1: Provide a High-Quality Environment for Teaching and Learning
Goal 1.1: Modernize curricula across all programs to adapt to digital transformation and labor
market needs
Goal 1.2: Expand blended and online learning capabilities
Goal 1.3: Recruit and retain highly qualified academic staff
Goal 1.4: Improve student retention and graduation on time
Goal 1.5: Implement student-centered quality assurance processes

Measures for the Goals of Theme 1
Measure 1.1 Percentage of updated syllabi; Industry-aligned learning outcomes; Number of
new modules in AI, cybersecurity, IoT, and sustainable computing
Measure 1.2: Number of hybrid/digital courses; LMS adoption rate; Student access to virtual
labs and simulations
Measure 1.3: Number of full-time PhDs hired; Academic staff turnover rate; Student-to-
faculty ratio

Measure 1.4: Retention rate after Year 1; percentage of students graduating within the
expected duration
Measure 1.5: Frequency of course evaluations; Student satisfaction surveys; Student
involvement in program reviews

Theme 2: Support a High-Quality and Diverse Student Body at All Levels of Study
Goal 2.1: Increase enrollment of international and underrepresented students
Goal 2.2: Strengthen academic and personal support services
Goal 2.3: Promote flexible study options and lifelong learning
Goal 2.4: Enhance strategies for student retention and success
Goal 2.5: Foster an inclusive and accessible learning environment

Measures for the Goals of Theme 2
Measure 2.1: Percentage of international students enrolled; Number of mobility partnerships;
Financial aid/support mechanisms for marginalized groups
Measure 2.2: Use of mentoring and counseling services; Satisfaction with student advisory
systems
Measure 2.3: Number of CPD and microcredential offerings; Enrollment in part-time and
online programs
Measure 2.4: Student progression rates; Retention beyond first year; Student exit interviews
Measure 2.5: Number of inclusive-access courses; Staff trained in equity and accessibility

Theme 3: Provide a High-Quality Environment for Research and Project Development
Goal 3.1: Establish research centers aligned with digitalization and societal priorities
Goal 3.2: Boost externally funded, interdisciplinary research
Goal 3.3: Develop a vibrant doctoral research ecosystem
Goal 3.4: Promote open science, research ethics, and sustainability
Goal 3.5: Strengthen international research collaboration

Measures for the Goals of Theme 3
Measure 3.1: Number of research labs; Infrastructure investments in AI, 6G, edge computing,
embedded systems and bioinformatics
Measure 3.2: Horizon Europe/ERC project participation; Number of co-authored
interdisciplinary publications
Measure 3.3: PhD enrollment and graduation rates; Number of publications per doctoral
student; International co-supervision agreements
Measure 3.4: Percentage of open-access publications; Ethics approvals granted;
Environmental sustainability practices in research labs

Measure 3.5: Joint publications; MoUs with global institutions; Number of international
conferences and workshops hosted

Theme 4: Foster a Culture of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Goal 4.1: Integrate innovation and entrepreneurship education across all levels
Goal 4.2: Establish innovation labs and startup incubators
Goal 4.3: Enable rapid response to emerging technologies and digital trends
Goal 4.4: Build alumni and industry mentoring networks
Goal 4.5: Institutionalize technology transfer and commercialization processes

Measures for the Goals of Theme 4
Measure 4.1: Number of courses/modules in innovation; Student involvement in startup
competitions
Measure 4.2: Number of student startups launched; Patents filed; External funding raised
Measure 4.3: Curriculum review cycle frequency; Inclusion of new digital skills annually;
Advisory board reports
Measure 4.4: Number of active alumni mentors; Alumni-led workshops or internships offered
Measure 4.5: Number of IP disclosures; Licensing contracts; Revenue from university-
industry collaborations