Introduction to Strategic Funding for Technology Innovations
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AuthorDr Mimi Aminah
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LevelBeginner to Intermediate
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Study Time1 Hour
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Course SeriesTech for Impact
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Certification
This is a pre-recorded webinar session made into a course.
Why should You take this course?
Innovation is the driving force behind technological advancement, but turning groundbreaking ideas into reality requires the right financing. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a researcher, or a business professional, understanding how to secure and manage funding for your technology projects is crucial.
This course provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the complex landscape of innovation financing.
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Gain a deep understanding of the different stages of technology innovation and projects, from initial concept to commercialisation and scaling.
- Learn about the various forms of funding available for technology-based projects, including grants, venture capital, crowdfunding, and more.
- Determine which type of funding is best suited for your specific project needs and at what stage of development you should seek it.
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Gain a deep understanding of the different stages of technology innovation and projects, from initial concept to commercialisation and scaling.
- Learn about the various forms of funding available for technology-based projects, including grants, venture capital, crowdfunding, and more.
- Determine which type of funding is best suited for your specific project needs and at what stage of development you should seek it.
Leading Experts for Extraordinary Innovation
Dr. Mimi Aminah binti Wan Nordin is an experienced entrepreneur who commercialises university-based technology. As the CEO of Constellation Ventures, she and her partners have launched tech-driven firms in Renewable Energy, Agriculture, Healthcare, and Halal Fintech.
Dr. Mimi began her career as a telecommunication engineer at Telekom R&D before transitioning to academia as a lecturer at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). At IIUM, she teaches courses such as Electromagnetic Theory, Antenna Design, and Electronics. She also developed the Technology Entrepreneurship course for engineering students and led the Innovation and Commercialisation Unit, managing the university's intellectual property. Additionally, Dr. Mimi has been instrumental in founding several technology startups and was appointed 2021 to head an advisory council at the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) to mobilise university research for the National Key Research Area objectives.
Dr. Mimi earned her undergraduate degree in Electronics Engineering and completed her PhD in 2014, focusing on electromagnetics engineering. Her PhD research involved developing a conformal metamaterial antenna for wireless applications, examining electromagnetic dispersion. In 2015, she received a full scholarship from Bank Negara to participate in the MBA collaborative program with MIT Sloan.
