https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/529 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:41:38 GMT 2026-04-13T20:41:38Z https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8347 Title: Universidade Empreendedora e o desenvolvimento sustentável: Um estudo multicaso em Instituições de Ensino Superior Público na Região Oeste do Paraná Autor: CARVALHO, Giovanni Iago dos Santos Lopes de Primeiro orientador: Lago, Sandra Mara Stocker Abstract: Universities have faced significant changes over the years. Initially, they focused solely on teaching, but later, they incorporated research as an essential aspect. However, the increased value of entrepreneurship, globalization, and the need for solutions to social and economic demands forced higher education institutions to adapt their mission to societal transformations, incorporating entrepreneurship through innovation ecosystems. In this context, Entrepreneurial Universities emerged, characterized by partnerships between universities, government, industry, and later, society, and the environment, according to the Triple, Quadruple, and Quintuple Helix models. As these models expanded, rankings emerged that evaluate these universities considering various dimensions. Given the above, this study aimed to analyze the practices of Entrepreneurial Universities that collaborate toward Sustainable Development in Public Higher Education Institutions in the Western Region of Paraná. To address the research problem and meet the related objectives, the methodology adopted was qualitative and descriptive, adopting a multiple case study approach. This approach allowed us to explore how these universities align their practices with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The results revealed that the entrepreneurial universities analyzed play fundamental roles in strengthening regional and sustainable development. Through initiatives such as incubators, technology parks, junior companies, and outreach projects, these institutions have promoted innovation, social inclusion, and environmental preservation. Furthermore, some structural and cultural challenges were identified, addressed with strategies that integrate academia, the market, and society. It is noteworthy that the practices analyzed reflect alignment with the evolutionary Quintuple Helix model, which incorporates sustainability as a driving force for regional progress. Therefore, the study also suggests improvements through guidelines reinforcing the positive impact of these institutions on achieving the SDGs. Publisher: Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná Tipo do documento: Dissertação Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8347 2025-08-19T00:00:00Z https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8340 Title: Turismo sustentável como vetor de desenvolvimento local: um estudo no município de Céu Azul – PR Autor: ANHOLETO, Adair Primeiro orientador: Johann, Jerry Adriani Abstract: This dissertation investigates the potential and challenges of sustainable tourism in the municipality of Céu Azul, Paraná, in accordance with the guidelines of Brazil’s National Tourism Plan 2024–2027. Situated in a strategic location within the surroundings of Iguaçu National Park, the municipality encompasses notable natural and cultural resources that remain underexplored, yet hold significant capacity to foster economic, social, and environmental development. This applied research adopts a mixed-methods approach, predominantly qualitative, with an exploratory-descriptive design. The methodological procedures included a literature review, documentary analysis, semi-structured interviews with local public managers and entrepreneurs, community surveys, and participatory diagnostic activities. The triangulation of methods enabled comprehensive mapping of local attractions, assessment of tourism impacts, analysis of public policies, and identification of social perceptions regarding tourism development. The findings demonstrate substantial constraints on the advancement of sustainable tourism in Céu Azul, including limited infrastructure, absence of strategic planning, insufficient professional training, and weaknesses in local governance structures. Nonetheless, the results also reveal significant opportunities related to biodiversity conservation, cultural identity enhancement, and regional tourism integration. Theoretically, this study deepens the understanding of sustainable tourism development in small municipalities a topic still underrepresented in the literature and proposes a conceptual model that integrates strategic planning, public governance, and environmental sustainability. Practically, it presents applicable strategies aligned with the axes of the National Tourism Plan regulation, qualification, and promotion including the establishment of a Municipal Sustainable Tourism Plan, institutional strengthening, capacity building for managers and entrepreneurs, and participatory governance mechanisms. These strategies outline a replicable management framework for municipalities with similar characteristics. It is concluded that sustainable tourism can serve as an effective driver of local development in Céu Azul, provided that it is supported by integrated public policies, community participation, and continuous strategic planning. This research therefore contributes both to theoretical advancement in the field and to practical improvements in public tourism governance. Publisher: Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná Tipo do documento: Dissertação Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8340 2025-09-23T00:00:00Z https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8336 Title: Coordenadoria de desenvolvimento econômico sustentável de Cascavel/PR (CODESC) e a teoria da transition management: uma análise comparativa teórico-prática Autor: PORFIRIO, Everton Dagmar Primeiro orientador: Silveira, Aline Dario Abstract: The creation of organizations aimed at sustainable development in Brazil has been marked by initiatives which to integrate socio-environmental actions and socio-ecological learning processes. In the Western region of Paraná, there is an example of this, where environmental and economic challenges culminated in the establishment of the Sustainable Economic Development Coordination of Cascavel (CODESC), which activities have served as key pillars in promoting municipal sustainable development. From its beginning as a Committee to its current structure as a Coordination body, the trajectory of this organization – which brings together business, political, and civil society leaders with the goal of envisioning the future of Cascavel, aligns with the assumptions of Transition Management (TM), an approach considered innovative for the governance of complex social systems. Based on systems theory, TM was created to address persistent problems in developing societies. In this regard, considering TM’s assumptions—such as its structure across strategic, tactical, operational, and reflexive governance activities, concepts like transition arenas, and the multi-level perspective—this research was developed with the aim of analyzing CODESC’s structural and operational model against TM’s assumptions, in order to identify intersections and contributions that may strengthen and expand the theoretical basis of the actions carried out by this Coordination body. In order to support the research analysis, a mixed-methods approach was adopted, involving the use of diverse data collection and techniques such as Documentary Analysis, Semi-structured Interviews, Questionnaires, and Participant Observation, supported by a bibliometric study that identified the main references in the field of TM and its theoretical development. The findings in the study and a comparative theoretical-practical analysis point out to, similarities identified between CODESC’s evolution and TM’s assumptions. Based on the results, it is considered that, this study may contribute to new implementations of transition management for sustainability in Brazil, highlighting the relevance of this approach in creating sustainable models and adaptive governance to face complex long-term challenges, as well as offering suggestions for future research on the subject. Publisher: Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná Tipo do documento: Dissertação Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8336 2025-09-26T00:00:00Z https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8335 Title: Diagnóstico do planejamento estratégico na cultura organizacional dos profissionais de segurança pública Autor: MACEDO, Lucas Adriano de Primeiro orientador: Rojo, Claudio Antonio Abstract: This study aimed to diagnose the influence of strategic planning on organizational culture and the development of Ostensive Policing activities within the Military Police of Paraná. Method: The research used a deductive approach, combined with bibliographic research. Data collection was conducted through secondary means, based on internal regulations that established and reviewed the Corporation's strategic plan, which were developed using management tools (PESTEL, SWOT, Balanced Scorecard (BSC), OKR (Objectives and Key Results), online questionnaires, with problem surveys, and management analysis that resulted in the strategic map of PMPR. Results: Comparative studies showed that the corporation recognizes the importance of Strategic Planning and has intensified its internal dissemination. However, due to recent changes, communication difficulties were noted between hierarchical levels, as well as a lack of resources scarcity and a perceived gap between strategic formulation and practical execution, requiring a reduction in time to achieve the objectives. Still, it is highlighted that there was no understanding in the organizational culture that the individual work of each police officer contributes to the achievement of the established goals, making constant monitoring necessary. Contributions: The study expands the field of research in strategic management applied to public safety, revealing critical variables for the effectiveness of strategic planning in hierarchical and military organizations. It also provides practical support for PMPR managers, indicating pathways for greater integration between command and execution, improvement of internal communication, and strengthening of the organizational culture aimed at fulfilling institutional goal. Publisher: Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná Tipo do documento: Dissertação Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://tede.unioeste.br/handle/tede/8335 2025-10-25T00:00:00Z