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Entrepreneurship Workshop for Scientists and Engineers

Makerere University

30 September - 04 October 2019

Background and purpose

A 5-day workshop, organized by IEEE, ICTP and EAIFR, will be conducted at the Makerere University, Uganda. Participants will be introduced to the basics of entrepreneurship – seeking opportunities for innovative technical solutions to the needs of the society and taking these ideas to the market by developing a viable business model, a sound business plan and a commercialization strategy.

Topics

  • Scientists and engineers as entrepreneurs.
  • Opportunity and value assessment.
  • Intellectual property (IP).
  • Business plan fundamentals.
  • Technology readiness levels.
  • Invention to product: timelines and processes.
  • Tools for financial estimations.
  • Pitching for cash.
  • Networking, communication and presentation skills.
  • Case studies and group projects.
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    Participation Information

    This workshop is open to young engineers, science graduates (masters and doctoral levels) and young researchers from Uganda who have a high motivation for becoming technical entrepreneurs (technopreneurs). Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Selection of candidates will be based on their technical background and also their strong motivation to become entrepreneurs.

    For more information, Please contact : entworkshop@cedat.mak.ac.ug

    Participation Information

    The workshop is looking for engineers and scientists with innovative technical solutions that meet the needs of society, and that have passed the idea stage and are ready for prototype testing and/or piloting. Participants will be introduced on how to take these ideas to the market by developing a viable business model, a sound business plan, and a commercialisation strategy.

    This workshop is open to engineers and scientists who have a high motivation for becoming technical entrepreneurs (technopreneurs). Women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Selection of participants will be based on their technical background as well as their strong motivation to become entrepreneurs.

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