Class Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation

In the Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Innovation program, students will gain knowledge and skills related to the creation and development of new businesses, products, or services based on innovative ideas and the strategic use of technology. Entrepreneurship involves identifying opportunities and transforming them into viable solutions. Technology is a key factor driving efficiency, scalability, and competitiveness. Innovation is at the heart of the process, promoting differentiation and adaptation to a constantly changing market.

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1. Technological Business Models and Organizational Structures Startups and Spin-offs Contract Research Organizations (CROs) Incubators and Accelerators Joint Ventures and Strategic Partnerships 2. Biotechnology / Pharma Ecosystem Relationship between Biotech Companies and the Pharmaceutical Industry Complementarities and Synergies between Biotech and Big Pharma/Bio-Pharma Value Chains and Collaboration Networks in the Sector Role of Universities and Research Centers 3. Innovation in Life Sciences Product Development Processes Intellectual Property Management Emerging Technologies and their Impact on the Sector Innovation Strategies: Incremental vs. Disruptive 4. Financing and Investment Sources of Capital 5. Marketing and Commercialization Market Entry Strategies Development of Innovative Business Models 6. Regulation Regulatory Environment in Biotechnology and Pharma

A business plan will be developed throughout the course. Additionally, a pitch will be prepared and presented in the current format used for investor presentations. This project will be presented to the class.

Manuel Portugal Ferreira, Nuno Rosa Reis, João Carvalho Santos, Fernando Ribeiro Serra. Empreendedorismo – Conceitos e fundamentos para a criação da nova empresa. 1ªEdição. ISBN:978-989-561-215-4 João M. S. Carvalho. Modelo Integrado para a Criação e Desenvolvimento de Negócios. 1ªEdição. ISBN:978-989-561-194-2. Edições Sílabo.