Diploma in Technology Commmercialisation (postgraduate)

  In today’s fast-paced competitive environment, organisations both large and small face many challenges.  Commercialising emerging technologies is just one of these challenges.  With the introduction of new technologies many organisations are often in the dark about what they should be doing or implementing for business process improvement. The Diploma in Technology Commericalisation seeks to improve Ireland’s expertise in Technology Commercialisation and to up-skill the next generation of individual entrepreneurs focused on high technology.

  Who is the programme intended for?

The course is targeted at mid to upper level managers responsible for technology commercialisation, research program management and business development in both private and public sector organisations. The diploma will be of interest to all industries with a keen interest in technology commercialisation and especially those organisations directly involved in innovation, marketing and technology. The programme will support Irish companies in various sectors to specify and lead projects that will have commercial benefit. It will increase international competitiveness through both its module content and project modules.

Programme content                              

The Diploma in Technology Commercialisation is designed to assist managers, scientists and engineers in supporting technology commercialisation activities, realise the potential of innovation and gain a greater understanding of the commercialisation process. This course will provide information and guidance to potential entrepreneurs and give Irish industry the business planning skills and knowledge needed to commercialise new technologies, products and services, and to secure project finance.

 The programme includes a project module which supports the taught modules in a very practical way. Participants will participate inproject activities that will aid their understanding of the commercialisation options available to an identified venture. It will also enhance their understanding of venture capital financing, along with business planning, business management, marketing and technology development. It is envisaged that this course will also allow participants the opportunity to expand their networks with individuals, companies and agencies involved in Technology Commercialisation.

  On completion of the course participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to enable them to:

•  Develop an understanding of technology commercialisation.
•  Identify technology based business opportunities, with particular focus on how to assess their market potential and how to judge their appeal to the venture capital community.
•  Establish the importance of innovation in the exploitation of new technological developments and the transfer process for this technology to enable commercialisation.
•  Gain an understanding of the importance of intellectual property and patenting as a key element of commercialisation.

  Entry requirements

An undergraduate Degree 1st or 2nd Class Honours in any discipline along with 1 year of relevant industrial experience;

or An Ordinary or 3rd Class Honours Under-graduate Degree along with 3 years of relevant industrial experience; or

 A Recognised Professional Qualification and 3 years of relevant industrial experience.

Candidates not meeting the minimum entry criteria may be interviewed by the Programme Board to ascertain their suitability.

  Application procedure

Application forms are available or online at www.aua.ie. Closing date for receipt of applications is late June each academic year.

See website: http://www.aua.ie/

  Duration/attendance requirements

The programme is a 1-year, part-time, blended learning programme, running from September to June. The programme is delivered using a blended approach, that is, a combination of self-instructional materials, online learning activities, face-to-face tutorials and seminars.

  Assessment

Each module will be accompanied by a written examination and one piece of continuous assessment work. A selection of assignments will be group orientated and based on module content with support from module tutors.  The project module will be assessed completely by continuous assessment. Participants will also be encouraged to write an article for an internationally recognised journal.

Award

NUI Diploma in Technology Commericalisation.

  Annual fee

The EU fee is currently €3,950 per year. This is subject to a yearly review. The fee includes tutor fees, course materials and refreshments.

  Enquiries

 Nuala McGuinn

Adult and Continuing Education Office

NUI Galway

Phone: 091 493746

Email: techmgtnuigalway.ie

Web: http://www.aua.ie/

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