About the institute
About the Institute
Entrepreneurship Institute aims to be a fundamental component and a key supporter of the national economy, particularly in the field of knowledge-based products. It seeks to achieve this by building a comprehensive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship that serves innovators, entrepreneurs, scientists, and researchers both within and outside King Saud University. The institute also strives to enhance knowledge exchange locally and globally while fostering collaboration and integration with various commercial and industrial sectors in the fields of innovation and entrepreneurship. The institute consists of three main centers that work in harmony to provide comprehensive support to innovators and entrepreneurs.
OUR VISION
Aspiring to be a pioneering regional hub, the EI aims to transform innovative ideas into practical solutions, fostering innovation and diversifying income.
OUR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
Create a Supportive and Stimulating Environment for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Manage and Invest Intellectual Property Assets
Commercialize the University’s knowledge assets
Manage Business Incubators and Accelerators
Enhance Collaboration and Partnerships
Contribute to Academic and Research Activities Related to Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Evolution of the EI Ecosystem
King Saud University (KSU) laid the foundation for innovation in 2008 with the establishment of the Entrepreneurship Institute (EI) and the Intellectual Property and Technology Licensing program (IPTL). The Innovation Center (IC) was launched in 2009, followed by the Incubator and Accelerator (I&A) in 2015. In 2016, we inaugurated the Technology Advancement & Prototyping Center (TAP) and later integrated it with the IC, IPTL, and EI, creating a unified platform for innovation and entrepreneurship. In 2019, we expanded the IC with five specialized innovation units: Medical Technologies, STEM, Social Services, Digital Innovation, and Service Innovation. We also established the Technology Transfer Office (TTO) to commercialize technological advancements. In 2020, the Commercialization Unit (CU) was created to translate university innovations into market-ready products. This evolution of the Entrepreneurship Institute Ecosystem at KSU demonstrates our dedication to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, driving the innovation agenda, and reinforcing our status as a leader in this field.
