Case Studies Index

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The Distinct case studies form a crucial part of the resources supporting The Distinct Framework. They demonstrate ways in which institutions, and organisations from beyond the sector, have achieved distinctiveness.

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Brains Brewery: A positively different approach

"Branding is not just about advertising and marketing. To deliver a successful and identifiable brand,...

Topics: Case Studies, Beyond-HE Case Studies.

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City University London: Starting on the journey

Communicating: Building an identity based on a combination of academic excellence, a central London location,...

Topics: Case Studies, HE Case Studies.

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Loughborough University: Leadership in a distinctive institution

Claim for distinctiveness: Commitment to excellence in all they do, influenced by sporting excellence and...

Topics: Case Studies, HE Case Studies.

 

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Pricewaterhouse Coopers: Embedding a shared vision in a network of individuals

How a global consultancy created a working environment that encouraged and enabled its staff to...

Topics: Case Studies, Beyond-HE Case Studies.

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Teesside University: Understanding the needs of its region

Claim for distinctiveness: Placing themselves at the heart of their region by listening to the...

Topics: Case Studies, HE Case Studies.

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The Co-operative Group: Values in action

How a declining retail brand seized the opportunity to re-evaluate and communicate afresh the values...

Topics: Case Studies, Beyond-HE Case Studies.

 

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The National Media Museum: Achieving a sense of common purpose

How a national museum established a clear understanding of its role and enabled all its...

Topics: Case Studies, Beyond-HE Case Studies.

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University of Warwick: Out-thinking the competition

Claim for distinctiveness: A unique mixture of entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to absolute academic...

Topics: Case Studies, HE Case Studies.

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University of Leicester: Stories that communicate a distinctive identity

Claim for distinctiveness: A research intensive university which seeks to excel in both research and...

Topics: Case Studies, HE Case Studies.

 
 

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