University of Victoria

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

University of Victoria provides undergraduate and graduate education, research opportunities, and partnerships that drive innovation and community impact.

Target Customer

Prospective students (undergraduate and graduate), current students, researchers, faculty & staff, alumni, business & industry partners, and community organizations

Key Differentiator

Leading climate and sustainability credentials (1st in Canada for Climate Action; Top 1% for SDGs; Top 10 Sustainable Index ranking for air and climate in North America) along with strong Indigenous initiatives and a broad research ecosystem

Implementation Timeline

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Pain Points

1Need for high-quality undergraduate and graduate education with diverse programs
2Access to cutting-edge research opportunities and collaborations with industry/government
3Desire for a safe, inclusive campus environment and meaningful Indigenous engagement

Key Features

1Undergraduate degrees, certificates and diplomas
2Graduate programs (over 160 programs) with more than 3,500 graduate students
3Co-operative education
4Mentorship program supports early career health researchers
5Indigenous initiatives and community engagement
6Research centres & facilities; Innovation & partnerships
7Campus safety resources and maps; Indigenous building names and related initiatives

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI)

Client Results

1Top rankings and impacts: 1st in Canada for Climate Action; 1st in North America for International Research Collaboration; Top 1% for contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals; Top 10 Sustainable Index ranking for air and climate in North America

Competitive Advantages

1Strong climate action leadership and sustainability focus
2Robust research ecosystem with a wide range of programs and graduate opportunities
3Active Indigenous initiatives and inclusive education practices
4Co-operative education and industry/government partnerships
5Comprehensive campus safety resources and accessibility information

Key Benefits

1Access to a wide range of degree programs and credentials

2Extensive research opportunities and centers

3Co-operative education and industry/government partnerships

4Indigenous initiatives and inclusive teaching practices

5Strong sustainability leadership and campus safety resources

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A public research university in Victoria, British Columbia offering undergraduate degrees, certificates and diplomas, graduate programs (160+), a law school, continuing studies, and a broad set of research and partnership opportunities, with emphasis on Indigenous initiatives and sustainability.

Target Market

Prospective students, current students, researchers, faculty & staff, alumni, business & industry partners, and community organizations

Unique Value Proposition

UVic combines broad, high-quality education with a robust research ecosystem, leading climate/action credentials, and strong Indigenous and community engagement to deliver impactful education and partnerships.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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