Researcher to Innovator and Entrepreneur

Society has a growing range of big problems that need solutions which are novel and affordable. By developing the mindset and learning the skills associated with innovation and entrepreneurship, you can apply these to create real world impact in any future career - whether it is in academia, in industry or government or as a founder of a business. This course was developed by the p2i consortium , a group of prominent research institutions and global businesess, led by University of Cambridge. This course demystifies the entrepreneurial process to start a business and highlights similarities between researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs. The course is designed to support researchers gain the mindset and skills to spot opportunities and have the capacity to act on these with confidence, whether that’s in relation to pursuing an academic career, a policy intervention , a commercial opportunity or other means of bringing their research out into the wider world to have an impact. The course is equally suitable for individuals who want to learn about innovation and entrepreneurship and are very short of time and cannot easily gain this knowledge through attending numerous workshops and seminars. **** The course provides a powerful combination of content, examples, relatable role models all in one place and in a structured way. **** The course features insights from successful researchers turned academics, founders, and industry leaders. The course includes exercises to reinforce learning. The outputs of the exercises help articulate the value and impact of research or business ideas, and will increase learners’ confidence and credibility to turn their ideas into reality. 36:T

• Understand entrepreneurial traits valued by academia, industry and public sectors.
• Apply entrepreneurial thinking and acting in academia to secure research funding or to explore a new career path
• Demonstrate knowledge of business language and entrepreneurial process
• Learn tools and process to identify, evaluate and develop ideas into viable business opportunities.
• Understand the importance of teams, communication and networks to succeed as innovators
• Pitch ideas effectively to diverse stakeholders and potential supporters.
• Basic awareness of IP, basic financial literacy and understand the methods and mechanisms for fundraising
• Mobilize resources and establish support for launching ventures.
• Recognize and enhance entrepreneurial behaviors as a researcher.
• Communicate your research's impact in diverse professional and social contexts.
• Learn and use entrepreneurial tools to craft persuasive funding applications.
• Engage successfully with non-academic organizations and employers.

• None. No previous business or entrepreneurship experience needed.