A Chair is primarily the expression of a lasting relationship of trust between a company and the School, which meets the needs of Teaching and Research.
With mutual benefits:
For the company:
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strong synergies between its industrial R&D and academic research,
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systematic involvement in the work and output of the Chair,
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special access to progress in research, in advance of scientific publication,
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participation in setting educational goals to reflect the needs of the company,
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special access to students as part of a lasting strategic partnership,
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contribution to the company’s communication on innovation, contributing to its profile, reputation and prestige,
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tax advantages: 60% reduction in corporation tax up to a maximum of 0.5% of revenues, under a Corporate Sponsorship Agreement.
For the School:
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improvement in the quality of its research management systems through a focus on the dynamics between the company’s R&D and the research teams,
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creation of Masters or degree programmes in response to the needs of partner companies,
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support for the School’s activities at international level, including through links with foreign institutions,
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an enhanced scientific profile for the School’s research functions.
12 teaching and research Chairs for a term of 5 to 10 years
