Abstract:
Vision 2020 represents the preferred developmental way forward for the Central
University of Technology, Free State (CUT). It defines the intention of greatly
increasing the involvement of its staff and students in innovation and technology
transfer activities, resulting in the CUT having a greater effect on the socioeconomic
development of the region.
The article describes educational processes that would prepare graduates for
such activities, as well as financial and other support measures to assist
(prospective) entrepreneurs to convert research outputs into commercially
viable products. The potential value to such individuals of participating in formal
innovation and incubation activities is also described.
