University Alliance Comment On Release Of HESA HE Business And Community Interaction Data

Latest data demonstrates University Alliance's leading position in supporting successful graduate start-ups.

Libby Hackett, Chief Executive of University Alliance said:

"The latest HE-BCI survey data out today, clearly demonstrates the leading position of Alliance universities in supporting graduate start-ups.

"As world-class, global universities for advanced technology and design it is no surprise that the innovative and entrepreneurial learning environment is proving successful.

"With 40% of all employment from graduate start-ups and 46% of turnover from active firms, Alliance universities are supporting their graduates to succeed, delivering job creation and wealth creation in our economy. We are hugely proud of the success of all of our graduates. "

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For more info on how Alliance universities are supporting their graduates to start-up new businesses see our Start-up: a story publication.

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Sam Jones
Head of Communications
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E: press@unialliance.ac.uk