Benefits

CTI practicums benefit sponsors and students:

Sponsor Benefits

Practicum projects present sponsors with the opportunity to:

• Explore commercialization opportunities using low-cost, high-energy, fresh-thinking, professionally-managed students with access to Duke’s network, library, and other resources
• Mentor next-generation technology managers
• Identify strong candidates for future internships or employment

Student Benefits

Practicum projects present students with the opportunity to:

• Learn how to conduct high-quality market research (from data gathering to analysis to strategic insights)
• Apply course concepts to real-world challenges
• Appreciate the difference between activity and results
• Add professionals to their network and experience to their resumes