Modeling The Readiness Of Saudi Universities To Enhance The Efficiency Of Innovation Performance Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (A Case Study)

Abstract

Since the educational institution is one of the most important entities that affect innovation capabilities of the countries’ economies; this study suggests the best model of the innovation performance of Saudi`s Universities as a first phase of further future researches in order to enhance the efficiency of the innovative performance in compliance with the new Saudi universities system. The current study contributes to the literature by being among the first to identify the best innovative model for Saudi universities according to their current innovation readiness.  The study is applied to Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University (IAU) which is one of the largest Saudi Universities. The proposed model relies on two sub-groups of indicators: the indicator of the innovation inputs and the indicator of innovation outputs, considering the environmental factors. The findings of this study offer valuable insights for Saudi universities, enabling them to enhance their innovation capabilities and improve the efficiency of their innovative performance. The identification of the proposed innovation model and the assessment of current innovation readiness serve as a guide for decision-makers and stakeholders in the education sector, fostering the development and implementation of effective innovation practices within Saudi Arabian universities.