Social innovation managers and project coordinators
When launching a cross-sector social innovation initiative that requires stakeholder mapping and competency assessment.
About
The Social Innovation Competence Center mind map template, created by V. Kotsios PhD, provides a structured framework for understanding and applying social innovation across multiple sectors. It covers 31 nodes organized under key branches including ACADEMIA, PRIVATE SECTOR, PUBLIC SECTOR, and SOCIETY, with a dedicated Methods and Tools section featuring Diagnosis at both MICRO LEVEL (Economy, Society, Environment, Subjective) and MACRO LEVEL (Culture, Technology, Policy, Objective). This template serves as a strategic tool for stakeholders to map competencies, identify gaps, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. It integrates perspectives from DECISION MAKERS and emphasizes an Integrated Approach and Interdisciplinarity to drive systemic change.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
University professors and curriculum developers
During academic curriculum design for social innovation programs, to ensure coverage of all relevant domains.
Policy analysts and corporate social responsibility teams
When evaluating the social impact of a policy or business strategy using the Diagnosis framework.
How to use this template
Step 1
Access the template
Open the .xmind file in Xmind desktop or web application.
Step 2
Review the core structure
Review the main branches: ACADEMIA, PRIVATE SECTOR, PUBLIC SECTOR, SOCIETY, and Methods and Tools.
Step 3
Explore diagnostic factors
Expand the Diagnosis node under Methods and Tools to explore MICRO and MACRO LEVEL factors.
Step 4
Customize with your data
Replace placeholder text with your own data—add specific stakeholders, metrics, or case studies.
Step 5
Document integrated strategies
Use the Integrated Approach and Interdisciplinarity nodes to document cross-cutting strategies.
Frequently asked questions
The template includes 31 nodes covering key stakeholders like ACADEMIA, PRIVATE SECTOR, PUBLIC SECTOR, and SOCIETY, plus a Methods and Tools section with a Diagnosis framework analyzing MICRO and MACRO LEVEL factors.
You can use it to map existing competencies, identify gaps, and align strategies across sectors. Start by exploring each branch—ACADEMIA, PRIVATE SECTOR, etc.—and customize the Diagnosis nodes to your context.
Yes, it is designed by V. Kotsios PhD and includes ACADEMIA and KNOWLEDGE BASE nodes, making it ideal for researchers mapping social innovation ecosystems or teaching interdisciplinary approaches.
Absolutely. You can add, remove, or modify sub-nodes under MICRO LEVEL (Economy, Society, Environment, Subjective) and MACRO LEVEL (Culture, Technology, Policy, Objective) to fit your specific analysis.
It represents the need to combine insights from all sectors—ACADEMIA, PRIVATE, PUBLIC, and SOCIETY—to create holistic social innovation strategies.
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