O papel do curso de administração da Universidade Federal do Amazonas na formação e aplicação do capital intelectual

Abstract

This study analyzes the role of the Business Administration program at the Federal University of Amazonas (UFAM) in fostering and applying intellectual capital to regional development in the Amazon. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected from 25 participants, including 3 professors and 22 students, to assess the dimensions of intellectual capital (human, structural, relational, and regional development). Results show strong performance in human capital (4.1) and relational capital (3.6), while structural capital presented weaknesses (3.1), revealing challenges in physical infrastructure, technology, and administrative processes. The regional development dimension (3.9) reinforces UFAM’s positive contribution to the Amazonian territory, particularly through extension activities and appreciation of local knowledge. It can be concluded that the Administration program at UFAM demonstrates strong educational and social capacity but requires further investment in infrastructure, governance, and partnerships with the productive sector to enhance innovation and contribute more effectively to sustainable development and the Amazonian bioeconomy.