Entrepreneurial ecosystem
Programs and courses
GNG 4120 — Technology Entrepreneurship for Engineers and Computer Scientists
A hands-on introduction to starting and growing a tech company. This course teaches you to turn technical ideas into profitable, sustainable businesses.
Master of Entrepreneurial Engineering Design
The Master of Engineering in Entrepreneurial Engineering Design provides advanced training and mentorship in engineering design in the context of entrepreneurship. The program focuses on designing new products or technology to be commercialized or made available and to have community impact, for engineers wishing to start companies.
Simon Nehme Summer Entrepreneurship School
Our Entrepreneurship School takes advantage of the growing entrepreneurial and innovative community at the University of Ottawa and in the Ottawa region. It brings together like-minded individuals from across Canada and other countries to collaborate on exciting ventures.
MakerLaunch startup accelerator
Pitch competition
The Engineering Pitch Competition challenges engineering and computer science students to showcase their most innovative technology-based businesses, both at the idea and concept stages.
This annual event offers:
- Cash prizes and in-kind support
- Expert feedback from industry judges
- Networking with potential investors
- Real-world entrepreneurial experience
How the uOttawa Faculty of Engineering instills an entrepreneurial mindset in students
A Recipe for Success: Stirring Up Innovation in Food Sustainability with AI
TerraFixing, GastroTrackAI and NXoCare join MakerLaunch startup accelerator at uOttawa
