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KAUST TIE program partners with global communications and branding leaders Burson and Landor to power entrepreneurial education

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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.

Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship students stand out at international competition

KAUST ·

KAUST's Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) students excelled at the International Business Plan Competition (IBPC) in Austin, Texas, securing positions on the winning, second-place, and third-place teams. The competition focused on transportation and logistics, with KAUST students developing a drone-based solution for organ transport. KAUST sponsored the event, highlighting its commitment to research commercialization and international partnerships. Why it matters: KAUST's strong showing in this international competition underscores its role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 and KAUST's strategic priorities.

KAUST partners with NIDLP to empower a new generation of innovators

KAUST ·

KAUST and the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) have partnered to support KAUST's Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) program. NIDLP will offer scholarships to TIE students and support them in R&D projects aligned with Vision 2030. NIDLP will also help students explore career opportunities in R&D fields after graduation. Why it matters: This partnership strengthens Saudi Arabia's focus on developing local talent and innovation in line with Vision 2030's goals for a knowledge-based economy.