Executive Report: Responsible Academic Assessment at TU/e

As Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) continues to grow and evolve in line with its Strategy 2030, talent attraction, assessment, and retention remain at the heart of our success. To align performance management practices with our aspirations and values, we secured funding within the national Recognition and Rewards program for this project. This report on Responsible Academic Assessment outlines evaluations of our current assessment practices and recommendations for evidence-based improvements.

The findings of this report expand on previously known risks and provide deeper evidence of inefficient use of resources, and vulnerabilities that may impede the university’s long-term ability to attract and retain talent, advance academic excellence, and remain competitive. A holistic quality assurance framework is recommended as the most effective lever for resolving root causes and supporting sustainable strategic development. The second recommendation covers a holistic approach to performance management (PM) to strengthen talent development and retention. Thirdly, community collaboration is recommended to strengthen TU/e’s position as an (inter)national leader in academic culture.