The MScAC degree is intended to create technical leaders capable of transferring new technologies from academia to industry. This course introduces fundamental business and management concepts relevant to students thinking about starting their own business or bringing new ideas to fruition within existing ones. This course will also equip students with the experience of presenting and defending their scientific research through various research activities and communications. The specific topics covered will vary from offering to offering, but will usually cover business and research innovation, research portfolio management, entrepreneurship, and market validation.