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Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali, Acting President of Beni-Suef University, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Office affiliated with the University Performance Development Center organized a specialized workshop entitled “Business Model”, with the aim of strengthening the innovation ecosystem, promoting a culture of entrepreneurship, and developing the skills of students, researchers, and individuals with outstanding ideas. The workshop was supervised by Prof. Dr. Abeer Sayed Moawad, Advisor to the University President for Innovation Affairs and Director of the University Performance Development Center, and organized and delivered by Dr. Hemat Mohamed Faioumy, Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Office.
Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali emphasized that organizing the workshop comes as part of Beni-Suef University's ongoing commitment to supporting and developing its innovation ecosystem and nurturing talented and innovative members of the University. He noted that the University places great importance on empowering students and researchers and transforming their research and innovative ideas into practical projects with economic and societal value.
The University President explained that the workshop provided a comprehensive overview of the concept of the Business Model, its key components, and the proper mechanisms and methods for developing and refining it. Participants were also trained to identify the project's value proposition, define target groups, explore customer acquisition channels, and understand mechanisms for identifying revenue streams and managing the cost structure, ensuring the development of a clear business model that is viable for real-world implementation.
Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali also highlighted the fundamental importance of the Business Model as the cornerstone for transforming innovative ideas into successful projects capable of implementation and growth in the market. He pointed out its pivotal role in helping idea owners accurately understand market requirements and customer needs, thereby creating added value and ensuring the sustainability of their projects.
The University President added that this event is an integral part of the comprehensive strategy of the University's Innovation and Entrepreneurship Office, which aims to establish a university environment that encourages creativity, enhance the capabilities of young talents, and link the outcomes of scientific research and innovation with labor market needs and sustainable development.
For his part, Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali expressed his aspiration for the Office to continue offering an integrated range of specialized events and training programs in the coming period, affirming the University's continued full support for all initiatives that contribute to promoting a culture of innovation and translating the knowledge and capabilities of University members into development projects with tangible economic and societal impact.