Decision making process to a spin-off of a volunteer university group

Abstract

The phenomenon of university spin-offs has been occupying universities and experts around the world in an attempt to establish a competitive advantage. However, the field literature misses out on the Decision Making Process to Spin-off Volunteer University groups. The case of NOVA Social Consulting, a pro bono consulting club within NOVA School of Business & Economics, is discussed upon its readiness to emancipate from the mother institution. Through a theoretical approach and analytical evidence, it becomes clear that, while there is a benefit in the overall independence process, the student club currently lacks the presence of key success factors and key performance indicators necessary for a sustainable registration process.