Resumen: Introduction. The new university demands require redefining the management model of
nursing research in order to consolidate its quality and socio-health impact. Aim. To present
the strategies used in the implementation of a management model for the development of
nursing research at the University of Navarra (UN). Methodology. The four phases of
Marchette (the simulation, the individualistic, the unified and the balanced phases) are the
framework to present the management model implemented by the UN to foster research in
Nursing. Results. The following strategies are described: organizing conferences and
meetings on research; research investment in teacher training; approval of the research areas
as organizational structures for the development of nursing knowledge; creation of the Chair
Maria Egea for research; implementation of the Research Strategic Plan 2013-2018; approval
of the Doctoral Program in Nursing Science. Conclusions. There is a need to adopt and
adapt new management structures that encourage disciplinary knowledge, the development
of competitive research teams, interdisciplinary research, teamwork, and training of new
researchers. Also, these structures must respond to new health and social demands, and
promote clinical nursing practice of excellence.