KAUST Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE)
Program Overview
The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) Master of Science degree is a dynamic program that equips students with the fundamental knowledge to build an entrepreneurial mindset and develop commercially viable products that benefit society.
The TIE program encompasses an intensive, 16-month trajectory comprising two semesters at KAUST. It is followed by a mandatory six-month internship at a Global Technology Hub, designed to advance students through all stages of entrepreneurship and tech-readiness.
Topics cover the following:
• Idea Generation
• Market Analysis
• Design Thinking
• Manufacturing Processes
• Developing a proof-of-concept product
• Lab-Field Testing
• Prototype Iteration
• Pilot System
• Scaling
• Commercialization
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Masters
- Business
- Technology
Program Details
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Locations
- King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia
Fields & Subjects
- Business
- Technology
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Other
- Online Application
- Essay
Age Requirement
21-35
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