Social responsibility of the University, application of a measurement model

Authors

  • Elsa Leuvany Álvarez Morales Universidad Técnica Estatal de Quevedo
  • Raquel De la Fuente-Anuncibay Universidad de Burgos

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v11.4469

Keywords:

Corporate Social Responsibility, Indicators, Stakeholders, University Social Responsibility, URSULA

Abstract

The objective of this research is to propose a model for measuring university social responsibility. For this purpose, a survey was applied to workers, teachers and students of the State Technical University of Quevedo, through a questionnaire adapted from the one developed by URSULA (Vallaeys, 2021). Likewise, the USR-URSULA self-diagnosis matrix (Vallaeys et al., 2021) was used to collect information from the authorities and directors of the UTEQ. The results indicate a medium performance and high reliability of the measuring instrument. In conclusion, the model can be used by the university.

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Published

2022-12-29

How to Cite

Álvarez Morales, E. L., & De la Fuente-Anuncibay, R. (2022). Social responsibility of the University, application of a measurement model. TECHNO REVIEW. International Technology, Science and Society Review Revista Internacional De Tecnología, Ciencia Y Sociedad, 12(4), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v11.4469