Home⇛Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives⇛vol. 3 no. 4 (2025)

Technology Transfer Management Practices among Selected State Universities and Colleges in Davao Region, Philippines

Venson B. Sarita | Shiella Mae B. Inutan

Discipline: others in business and management

 

Abstract:

This study examines the technology transfer management practices of selected State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in the Davao Region, focusing on intellectual property (IP) registration, commercialization, and barriers. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from Knowledge and Technology Transfer Division staff and IPTBM Office heads. Quantitative results revealed that SUC 1 recorded 15 patents, 34 copyrights, and 10 utility models, while SUC 2 registered 5 patents, 43 copyrights, and 12 utility models. Despite these achievements, commercialization remained minimal, with SUC 1 leading in patents and SUC 2 excelling in utility models and products. The analysis using the 7Ps framework showed strong performance in patents (mean = 4.88) and promotion (mean = 5.00), but policy gaps (mean = 2.75) hindered SUC 2. Identified barriers included misalignment between research and commercialization (mean = 4.5) and high project costs (mean = 4.0). These findings highlight the need for stronger university-industry linkages, enhanced IP awareness, and policy reforms to improve technology transfer outcomes. By addressing these challenges, this study provides actionable insights that can drive more effective technology transfer strategies, fostering innovation-driven economic growth in the region.



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