Intrapreneurial training
Think like a founder, thrive in business
Not everyone wants to start their own company - but every organisation needs people who can think entrepreneurially. Our intrapreneurial training equips you to spot opportunities, solve problems creatively and lead change from within. These are the skills that make you stand out to employers.
Become an innovation catalyst
What you will gain
- Learn how to identify opportunities for innovation
- Build solutions that create real value
- Tackle challenges with a problem-solving mindset
- Gain confidence to lead projects and drive change
- Develop agility to adapt in fast-moving environments
Pathways into intrapreneurship
Intrapreneurial Knowledge Exchange Enterprise Pathway (IKEEP )
The Intrapreneurial Knowledge Exchange Enterprise Pathway introduces you to the fundamentals of intrapreneurship through short online training chapters. You will cover topics such as:
- Business model thinking
- Communication and persuasion
- Team dynamics in professional settings.
You will also:
- Explore commercial thinking in a safe, supportive environment
- Strengthen your CV with recognised training and experience.
Innovation through Technological Knowledge (iTEK)
Innovation through Technological Knowledge is Surrey's flagship intrapreneurial programme, established with ERA Foundation funding. It is embedded into selected modules, giving you the change to work in small, multidisciplinary teams directly with businesses. Together, you will tackle live innovation challenges in areas such as electronic engineering, AI and data analysis - applying your academic knowledge to real industry problems.
Through Innovation through Technological Knowledge, you will:
- Collaborate with businesses to deliver solutions that matter
- Build practical skills through structured training and support
- Present outcomes directly to industry partners
- Gain exposure to real business environments before graduation
- Bridge the gap between academic study and industry practice.