154h
In-person (Strasbourg) and Remote | CPF
With a focus on technology transfer and the exploitation of research, the KTT Master’s degree prepares professionals to support public-private partnerships and optimise the economic impact of scientific innovations.
In partnership with the University of Strasbourg, IEEPI is pleased to offer you the Master 2 program in Knowledge and Technology Transfer (KTT).
This 22-day lifelong learning diploma is made up of 6 modules:
The KTT Master’s degree covers the full range of skills required for activities related to knowledge and technology management, technology transfer, licensing and divestment.
The training program is led by academic and professional experts who provide both a strategic and operational dimension.
Each module can be followed separately and in the desired order. The Master’s degree can be obtained over several years by capitalising on the modules.
A FLEXIBLE FORMAT
- 6 modules spread over a few months period in order to allow applicants reconciling training with a full-time work.
- Each module lasts for 3- to- 5 days and is dedicated to a specific theme.
- A Master’s thesis has to be written for the end of the curriculum.
- It can be followed over 2 calendar years.
ADMISSION
- Admission based on application (followed by interview if necessary),
- Master 1 degree or equivalent (240 ECTS credits),
- At least three years of experience,
- Requires a high level of English (B1/B2),
- To follow the master’s course, some knowledge of IP is a plus.
EXAMINATIONS
- Written exams,
- Writing and defence of a Master’s thesis,
- Upon successful completion of the examinations you will be awarded 60 ECTS credits.
REGISTRATION
MODULE 1 – FUNDAMENTALS OF KTT MANAGEMENT
- Innovation and Knowledge management
- Selling innovative inventions and patents
- Open Innovation
- IP Protection
- Data mining and searching tools
MODULE 2 – ANALYSING THE MARKET AND BUILDING A STRATEGY
- KTT landscape in Europe, USA and Asia
- Analysis of the technology
- Identifying potential buyers
- Exploitation strategies
MODULE 3 – VALUATION AND EXPLOITATION OF INTANGIBLE ASSETS
- The value of a technology for businesses
- Why and how to valuate an asset
- How to conduct an IP audit or due diligence
- Case study
MODULE 4 – CONTRACTUAL ASPECTS OF TT
- Key features of TT agreements
- Open source and software license agreements
- Spin-off creation under IP tools
- The role of the future Unified Patent Court
MODULE 5 – NEGOTIATING AND COMMUNICATION
- Communication and team management
- Managing technology transfer in a multicultural environment
- Negotiation strategies & tactics
- Role play
MODULE 6 – IP LITIGATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP
- 6A: IP litigation
- How to manage post-license conflicts
- Internal control and compliance procedures
- External audits: conducting the process
- 6B : Entrepreneurship
- Research to business: managing the process
- Opportunity assessment
- Business model design
- Delivering a high quality training covering the whole scope of technology transfer activities for professionals with significant experience and to newcomers.
- The training covers all domains related to the activities related to knowledge and technology Licensing in and Licensing out
This course is designed for TTO / KTO (Technology Transfer Officer or Knwoledge Transfer Officer), TT ma‑ nagers, Project managers, Business managers, IP experts or IP lawyers, consultants linked directly or indirectly to technology transfer activities. The course is developed for professionals, from both public and private institutions, entrepreneurs and consultants.
This long-term cycle will return in September 2026.
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