University – Industry Linkage and Technology Transfer Directorate

The University-Industry Linkage and Technology Transfer Directorate at Kotebe University of Education serves as a bridge between the academic community and industries. It focuses on promoting collaborations that lead to the transfer of knowledge, research findings, and technology to address societal needs and foster innovation. The Directorate plays a vital role in facilitating partnerships, promoting entrepreneurship among students and faculty, and supporting the commercialization of research outputs to contribute to the socio-economic development of Ethiopia. Specifically, the directorate

• plans, implement, monitor and report all industry linkage and technology transfer activities of the University;
• prepares policies and guidelines for industry linkage and technology transfer;
• establishes Technology Data Centre;
• facilitates Patent licensing and Intellectual Property Rights;
• creates Partnerships with different industries;
• leads technological innovation or adoption activities
• facilitates student placement schemes in industries (for internship and externship) when applicable;
• supports enterprise development