Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB)

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

[Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB)] provides education, research and transfer opportunities through its 21 faculties, a strong spin-off ecosystem (WORLDFACTORY), and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and internationalization to educate talent and drive innovation.

Target Customer

Prospective students; Current students; Researchers; Alumni; Business partners; Sponsors and supporters

Key Differentiator

60-year history of driving change in the Ruhr region; cross-disciplinary collaboration across 21 faculties; WORLDFACTORY as a dedicated hub for technology- and knowledge-based spin-offs; large student base (37,702 enrolled); active transfer ecosystem with 135+ spin-offs since 2019; strong emphasis on internationalization and sustainability

Implementation Timeline

Not explicitly stated in the content. Value is realized over study duration (years) and ongoing research/transfer initiatives; spin-off formation timelines can vary

Pain Points

1Need for comprehensive guidance, orientation, and support for students at study start
2Desire for cross-disciplinary research collaboration to tackle big questions and global change
3Need for pathways to commercialize research and establish spin-offs / technology transfer

Key Features

1Wide range of degree programmes with information available in the Study Portal
2Research conducted across disciplinary boundaries with a compact campus of 21 faculties
3WORLDFACTORY: a unique location for technology- and knowledge-based spin-offs
4Dedicated portals for diversity, sustainability, digitalization, and internationalization (Diversitätsportal, Nachhaltigkeitsportal, Themenportal Digitalisierung, RUB International 2030)
5Transfer ecosystem with more than 135 spin-offs since 2019
6Large, diverse community and ongoing emphasis on talent development

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Professor for Nachtlichtfernerkundung
2Humboldt Fellow at the Chair of Analytical Chemistry II

Client Results

1Study enrollment: 37,702 students enrolled at RUB
2Research: 12 current Sonderforschungsbereiche (SFB)
3Transfer: more than 135 spin-offs since 2019

Competitive Advantages

1Strong interdisciplinary collaboration across 21 faculties
2Established track record with 60 years of driving change in the Ruhr region
3Robust spin-off and technology transfer ecosystem (WORLDFACTORY) with 135+ spin-offs since 2019
4Large student body and diverse academic community
5Commitment to internationalization (RUB International 2030) and sustainability (RUB 2030)

Key Benefits

1Access to a wide range of degree programs across 21 faculties

2Opportunities for cross-disciplinary research and collaboration

3Strong pathway to commercialization and spin-offs via WORLDFACTORY

4Support for students through advisory and orientation services

5Internationalization and sustainability initiatives guiding campus activities

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A comprehensive research university offering a broad spectrum of degree programs, cross-disciplinary research, and a robust transfer ecosystem, including technology- and knowledge-based spin-offs via the WORLDFACTORY hub.

Target Market

Prospective students; Current students; Researchers; Industry partners; Public sector partners

Unique Value Proposition

A long-standing, internationally connected university driving societal change through cross-disciplinary research, extensive degree programs, and a vibrant spin-off ecosystem (WORLDFACTORY) that translates knowledge into real-world innovation.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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