KAUST's Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) Program has partnered with Burson and Landor to enhance entrepreneurial education. The partnership aims to equip students with branding and communication skills through workshops and real-world case studies. Senior experts from Burson and Landor led a two-day workshop covering brand fundamentals, communication strategies, and storytelling. Why it matters: This collaboration addresses a critical gap in traditional technical education by integrating essential branding and communication skills, empowering students to effectively launch and scale their ventures, thus supporting Saudi Arabia's knowledge-based economy.
KAUST has launched a master’s degree program in Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE), a 16-month program designed to transform research innovation into commercially viable products and services. The program includes training in AI/ML, robotics, design thinking, and entrepreneurship, plus a six-month stay in Shenzhen, China. The inaugural TIE cohort will consist of 30 students, including 18 Saudi nationals, and will study at the Suliman Olayan Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Why it matters: The program aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry and drive Saudi Arabia's economic diversification and innovation agenda in line with Vision 2030.
KAUST's Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE) program and the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) are collaborating to train Saudi entrepreneurs. The "Startup Founder Leadership Program," co-developed with SDA Bocconi, provided five-day intensive training to 28 participants selected from 147 applicants. The program focused on marketing, communication, finance, and entrepreneurship management skills. Why it matters: This partnership highlights the focus on developing local talent and fostering innovation within Saudi Arabia's evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
KAUST has launched a new master’s degree program in Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE), set to begin in August 2024. The 16-month program includes core courses, electives, summer internships, and product development, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030. The final six months will be spent at InnoX Academy in Shenzhen focusing on product and venture development. Why it matters: This program aims to cultivate a new generation of innovators and entrepreneurs to contribute to Saudi Arabia's economic diversification and technological advancement.
KAUST is offering a 16-month Master of Science degree in Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE). The program includes a six-month internship at a Global Technology Innovation Hub. KAUST provides access to facilities like the Prototyping and Product Development Core Lab, robotics and embedded systems labs. Why it matters: The program aims to prepare students for roles in technology startups and established organizations within the rapidly growing Saudi innovation ecosystem.