STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES: NEW DIMENSIONS OF INTERACTION

Abstract

ABSTRACT
Introduction. Strategic partnerships in the field of educational services are becoming particularly
relevant in the context of globalization, technological and innovative changes, especially in the processes
of post-war recovery and the need for adaptive education systems. Modern challenges, such as the rapid
development of digitalization, changes in the labor market, and global socio-economic transformations,
require educational institutions to adopt new approaches not only to building relationships, interactions,
and cooperation but also to establishing strategic partnerships with business structures, as well as state
and international institutions. The creation of strategic partnerships between educational and research
institutions, business, governmental bodies, and international organizations will facilitate the integration
of resources, knowledge, and innovations, which in turn will impact the quality of educational services,
their compliance with the demands of modern society, and national security.
Goal. Research of Modern Approaches and Evaluation of New Dimensions of Interaction Among
Various Participants in Strategic Partnerships in the Field of Educational Services.
Methods. Scientific Research Methods: Analyzing literary sources and analytical reports related
to the research problem, as well as successful practices of public-private and strategic partnerships in the
―science – business – education‖ nexus, to formulate effective strategies for the participants in such
partnerships and adapt them to the Ukrainian context; comparison and generalization for conceptual
analysis and structuring of forms and levels of interaction among subjects, from partner search to
strategic partnership; a systemic approach that involves developing criteria and methods for evaluating
the effectiveness of strategic partnerships in the field of education and aligning the interests and goals of
the parties to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, particularly ensuring advantages for
educational/research institutions, the state, and business organizations from the implementation of
strategic partnerships.
Results. The article analyzes various approaches to interpreting the concepts of "strategic
partnership", "partnership", "relationships", "cooperation", "collaboration", and "interaction", which may vary depending on the composition of participants and the field of application. In light of this, a
graphical model has been developed to illustrate the evolution of interorganizational relationships from
the stage of selecting a potential partner to building partnership relations and subsequently to strategic
partnership. It is demonstrated that building relationships is a complex process that does not have a
clearly defined time frame, and such relationships may begin with one-time interactions and gradually
transform into partnerships, provided there is a favorable experience on both sides. In this context,
strategic partnership arises when there is a convergence of strategic interests in specific areas of the
partners' relationships, while the dynamism of strategic partnership depends on the available strategic
resources of the participants. The establishment of strategic partnerships in the field of education is
based on the principles of aligning strategic goals, visions, and achieving mutual benefits in the long term
among key participants: educational and research institutions (―Education/Science‖), business structures
(―Business‖), and government institutions (―State‖). At the same time, the establishment and
strengthening of strategic partnerships among these participants implies the realization of certain
strategic benefits, not only financial.
Conclusions. The concept of ―partnership‖ has a multidisciplinary nature, with various
interpretations that depend on the composition of participants and the field of application. Strategic
partnership refers to the establishment of relationships between organizations aimed at achieving
common strategic goals through the integration of resources, knowledge, and technologies, which
ensures sustainable development and mutual benefits. The interaction and relationships among
participants in a strategic partnership constitute a complex and long-term process, underpinned by trust,
shared interests, and coordinated actions towards achieving common objectives, which may involve an
evolution from one-time contacts to deep, lasting partnerships. The main principles governing strategic
partnerships in the field of educational services include mutual benefit, communication, ethics, and
integrity in relations between partners, as well as the involvement of new models of collaboration with
businesses and government institutions, all of which are essential for the successful development and
sustainability of partnerships. Therefore, the implementation of strategic partnerships can have a positive
impact on economic development by enhancing the quality of educational services and the
competitiveness of the country, especially in the context of post-war recovery, which underscores the
importance of a systematic and strategic approach to forming partnership relations in the field of
education in accordance with modern demands and challenges.
Keywords: relationships, interaction, cooperation, collaboration, partnership, strategic
partnership, development, benefits, education sector.