Innovation Funds Office (IFO)
A dynamic pillar dedicated to managing and distributing funds. It fosters a collaborative, multidisciplinary, and locally relevant innovation environment through initiatives such as the Student Innovation Fund (SIF), Industrial Innovation Fund (IIF), and Social Innovation Funds (SOCIF).
Innovation Center (IC)
A cornerstone of OIIR, it fosters innovation and entrepreneurship at HBKU by offering the REYADA innovative entrepreneurship program, MIJHAR, a commercialization studio, co-working spaces, personalized consultations, and workshops for skill development.
Overview
The Office of Innovation and Industrial Relations (OIIR) has been a leader in advancing innovation and entrepreneurial growth since its establishment.
Departments
The Office of Innovation and Industrial Relations (OIIR) provides a range of services designed to support and accelerate innovation, entrepreneurship, and research commercialization through its departments:
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1-to-1 Consultation
Do you have an innovative idea but you don’t know where and how to start?!
Innovation Center is now offering individual consultation sessions for HBKU innovators and entrepreneurs seeking advice and guidance for their innovative business ideas.
What to expect?
The HBKU IC will offer business consultation assistance, providing summary feedback and coaching on potential next steps to pursue your idea. The consultation sessions will be subject to the availability of resources.