Research Commercialization Basics

Issued by Florida International University (FIU)

Developed within StartUP FIU - Research Innovation Bootcamp, this badge recognizes successful completion of StartUP FIU’s Research Innovation Bootcamp and development of hypotheses for applying earner’s research topics as solutions in a marketplace. Earners can describe innovation, understand user need and market demand, develop initial prototype concepts, conduct in-depth competitive analysis, understand pricing/unit economics, and create a business model concept.

Type Learning
Level Foundational

Skills

Ability To Design Prototypes
Analytical Skills / Critical Thinking
Business Model Development
Competitive Analysis
Creating A Value Proposition

Earning Criteria

Successful completion of four competency assessments in the following areas: Value Proposition; Business Model; Unit Economics; Desirable/ Feasible/ Viable Business Concepts.
Successful completion of a reflection paper where learners demonstrate how the competencies gained can be utilized to further personal, professional and/or academic goals.