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Entrepreneurship | Management
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Business and Administration | Information and Communication Technologies
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English
About Program

Program Overview


Introduction to KAUST Innovation Academy

The KAUST Innovation Academy is designed to foster an innovation ecosystem in the Middle East. The academy offers a variety of teaching and learning opportunities for large and medium-sized businesses, aiming to help Saudi companies develop an "intrapreneurship" mindset, create an innovation culture, and accelerate new products or service developments.


Program Details

The Innovation Academy is a suite of executive, management, and staff education modules taught by experienced practitioners. It is designed for corporations, government bodies, nonprofits, and businesses in the Kingdom. The Academy's aim is to help Saudi organizations create new products, services, and internal process improvements, leading to job creation and export potential.


Customized Innovation Workshops

Customized workshops can be delivered at a company's location on their own schedule. The workshops cover subjects such as:


  • Design thinking (one-day and three-day workshops)
  • Ideation and creativity
  • Customized management and staff training in areas like strategy, leadership, and Lean Thinking

Entrepreneurship Activities at KAUST

KAUST is a catalyst for innovation, economic development, and social prosperity in Saudi Arabia and the world. The university offers various entrepreneurship activities, including:


  • Entrepreneurship Training
  • TAQADAM Accelerator
  • Latest News & Insights

About KAUST

KAUST is a research university that aims to foster innovation and economic development in the region. The university has various research centers, academic divisions, and core labs, and offers a range of programs and activities to support entrepreneurship and innovation.


Research and Innovation

KAUST has a strong focus on research and innovation, with various research areas and initiatives. The university also offers technology development funding, and has a range of technologies available for licensing.


Technologies for Licensing

KAUST has a range of technologies available for licensing, including:


  • Available technologies
  • KAUST Startup Portfolio

Conclusion

The KAUST Innovation Academy and other entrepreneurship activities at KAUST aim to support innovation and economic development in the region. The university offers a range of programs and activities to help Saudi companies develop an "intrapreneurship" mindset, create an innovation culture, and accelerate new products or service developments.


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