University of Cambridge
Training courses

Upskilling technology transfer teams internationally

We support universities, research institutes and governments worldwide to develop the knowledge transfer skills of academic researchers, early-career and experienced professionals, and those in the innovation ecosystem.

We have over 60 years’ experience of developing the technology transfer and commercialisation activity for the University of Cambridge. We draw on our experience and knowledge of working with leading global partners to design and deliver training programmes focused on tailored learning and useful, practical outcomes.

Our training covers:

  • Understanding national and institution level commercialisation strategies
  • Principles of research commercialisation
  • Supporting, evaluating and developing early-stage innovations and disclosures
  • Negotiating and structuring technology licensing agreements
  • Creating spinouts, startups and seed funds
  • Managing intellectual property portfolios
  • Using academic consultancy to build relationships with industry
  • Assessing, protecting and commercialising software
  • The role of the technology transfer office in innovation ecosystems