Duration:
7 days
(05 -11 Nov 2023)
Format:
In-class at
UC Berkeley, USA
Fees:
US$ 12,800
Certificate:
Earn a certificate upon completion of the program from UC Berkeley
Overview
Who should Apply?
- Managers/Directors seeking to optimize their innovation mindset
- Professionals and business owners aiming to remain at the forefront of cutting-edge innovation
- Venture investors focused on tech sector opportunities
- Executive-level business candidates
- Government professionals responsible for promoting innovation among their constituents
Program Highlights
7 days full of unparalleled real-world tech insights
Hear from academic and industry leaders in Blockchain, AI, Robotics, Virtual Reality, Augmented Cognition, etc. Become adept at identifying the latest tech trends and learn how to discern the hype from what’s commercially viable.
Exclusive Company Visits to Tech Powerhouses
Embark on a guided visits to thriving VCs and pioneering tech companies including Tesla and the largest accelerator, Y Combinator. Witness firsthand how they scout, develop, implement, and benefit from innovation. Refresh your transformation and innovation strategies, and learn how to smartly invest, or attract investment
Group Projects Mentored by Silicon Valley Industry Leaders
Elevate your learning with mentoring from influential leaders who have spearheaded innovations. Gain expertise in applying effective innovation mindsets and frameworks to drive tangible impact within your organization.
VIP access to 2023 Innovation Conference of DECODE, a technology, innovation and entrepreneurship community jointly organized by UC Berkeley and Stanford
Engage with a global cohort of accomplished peers, benefitting from diverse perspectives and meaningful exchanges.
Graduation Ceremony in Napa Valley
Culminate your transformative experience with an unforgettable celebration in the Napa Valley. Learn from top ESG practitioners and gain valuable insights into best practices.
Program Agenda
November 5th, Sunday
Pre-program welcome and networking reception at Berkeley Faculty Club
November 6th – 10th, Monday – Friday
Immersive learning on campus, including interactive presentations. Topics cover the latest on AI/ML; Robotics; Web 3.0, Sustainability and BioTech along with management insights on designing and leading sustainable change. Days include afternoon reception for reviewing content, networking and project collaboration
Half Day offsite visits to leading Silicon Valley companies
for e.g. Google, Lime, Unity Technologies, Y Combinator, Tesla
November 10th Friday afternoon
Closing keynotes and Pitch Review
November 11th Saturday
Offsite visit to Napa Valley for agri/sustainability tour, luncheon and certificate ceremony
Program Faculty
XIANG Bing
SUN Baohong
Ikhlaq Sidhu
Dean of the School of Science and Technology, IE University
Tsu-Jae Liu
Dean,UC Berkeley College of Engineering
Pieter Abbeel
Co-Founder, President and Chief Scientist, Covariant
Zack Kass
Head of GTM, Open AI
Lars Moravy
VP of Vehicle Engineering, Tesla
Adam Cheyer
Co-founder,Siri Inc
Rich Lyons
Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Professor & Former Dean of Hass
Business School, UC Berkeley
Ion Stoica
Co-founder. Anyscale;
Executive Chairman,Databricks
