EKA ANNUAL SURVEYS
EKA University of Applied Sciences conducts annual surveys to identify needs, monitor changes, and inform improvements in education, working conditions, and institutional practices. Covering sustainability literacy, staff well-being and satisfaction, inclusivity and diversity, and research careers, these studies connect institutional development with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and EKA’s research priorities.
Sustainability Literacy Annual Survey
The survey explores students’ knowledge and understanding of key sustainability concepts and SDG. It aims to identify learning needs and inform the further integration of sustainability into education. The survey connects EKA’s research directions “Sustainable Development and Circular Economy” and “Future of Education and Competences”, supporting SDG 4 “Quality Education”, SDG 12 “Responsible Consumption and Production”, and education for the SDGs under SDG 17 “Partnerships for the Goals” through sustainability knowledge, responsible decision-making, and lifelong learning.
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Well-being Annual Survey
The annual well-being survey of EKA researchers and academic staff, focusing on burnout symptoms, work organisation and productivity, available resources, and health-supporting practices. Its methodology combines the Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT-12) with questionnaire blocks adapted from leadership productivity and Health-Oriented Leadership approaches, informed by Conservation of Resources theory. By examining individual experiences alongside working conditions, the survey helps identify overload risks and priorities for institutional support, recovery, and sustainable working practices. It supports EKA’s research direction “Well-being in Life and Well-being at Work” and aligns with SDG 3 “Good Health and Well-being” and SDG 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth”.
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Satisfaction Annual Survey
The survey assesses staff satisfaction to identify institutional strengths and areas for improvement, supporting informed management decisions. It aligns with SDG 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth” through its focus on the working environment and employee experience.
Human Resource Management Principles in Research Annual Survey
The survey assesses the implementation of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter & Code) principles to identify improvements needed in researchers’ working conditions, career development, and institutional support. It aligns with SDG 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth” through its focus on fair and supportive research careers.
Inclusivity and Diversity Annual Survey
The survey examines experiences of inclusion, equal opportunities, and respect for diversity to identify barriers and inform institutional improvements. It aligns with SDG 5 “Gender Equality” and SDG 10 “Reduced Inequalities”.
