DATE: May 22, 27-29, 2025 (Online session)June 2-6, 2025 (In-person session) |
Venue: SEAMEO VOCTECH Regional Center, Brunei Darussalam |
Type: Regional Program |
ORGANIZERS: Colombo Plan Staff College (CPSC), Philippines, andSEAMEO Regional Centre for Vocational and Technical Education and Training (SEAMEO VOCTECH), Brunei Darussalam |
Background
In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) plays a crucial role in preparing a skilled workforce that is adaptable, innovative, and capable of driving economic growth. However, traditional TVET systems often focus primarily on technical skills without sufficiently incorporating entrepreneurial competencies, limiting graduates' ability to create jobs, innovate, and respond to market demands. Recognizing this gap, the Colombo Plan Staff College (CPSC) and SEAMEO VOCTECH Regional Centre have collaborated to design this Regional Program on Integrating Entrepreneurship and Technopreneurship into the TVET curriculum. This initiative seeks to empower TVET educators, curriculum developers, policymakers, and administrators with the knowledge and pedagogical tools needed to embed entrepreneurial and technopreneurial thinking into vocational training programs.
The necessity of this program stems from several critical factors. First, it addresses the persistent skills-jobs mismatch by equipping TVET graduates not just as job seekers but as job creators, fostering self-reliance and economic resilience. Second, in an era of rapid digital transformation, integrating technopreneurship ensures that TVET remains relevant to Industry 4.0 demands, preparing learners to leverage emerging technologies in business and innovation. Third, by cultivating entrepreneurial ecosystems within TVET institutions, the program enhances their role in stimulating local and regional economic growth through startup incubation and SME development. Finally, the blended learning approach—combining online and on-site training in Brunei—facilitates cross-border collaboration, allowing participants from CPSC and SEAMEO-VOCTECH member countries to exchange best practices and develop regionally adaptable strategies for curriculum innovation.
The program’s contributions to TVET development are multifaceted. Participants will gain the expertise to redesign curricula with embedded entrepreneurship and technopreneurship modules, ensuring learners acquire both technical and business skills. They will explore innovative teaching methodologies that promote creativity, problem-solving, and market awareness, enhancing student engagement and employability. Additionally, the program will guide participants in formulating institutional action plans to establish incubation hubs, industry partnerships, and policy frameworks that support entrepreneurial education at national and institutional levels. By aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4 – Quality Education and SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth), this initiative reinforces TVET’s transformative potential in building sustainable economies.
This collaboration between CPSC and SEAMEO VOCTECH underscores a shared commitment to advancing TVET across the Asia-Pacific region, empowering educators to nurture a new generation of professionals who are not only technically skilled but also innovative, entrepreneurial, and ready to lead in a competitive global landscape.
Objectives
At the end of the program, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental principles of entrepreneurship and technopreneurship.
- Develop strategies for integrating these concepts into TVET curricula.
- Explore emerging trends and technologies in business and innovation.
- Learn how to establish entrepreneurial ecosystems within TVET institutions.
- Develop Action plans for implementation in their respective institutions or at the country level.
Expected Output
Workshop 1: Entrepreneurial Lens – Mapping TVET’s Global and Regional Role
- Policy brief/report summarizing global & regional TVET-entrepreneurship trends.
- Strategic framework for integrating entrepreneurship into TVET curricula.
- Stakeholder engagement map identifying key players (governments, industries, educators).
Workshop 2: Business Simulation & Feasibility Study
- Completed business model canvases for participant startup ideas.
- Feasibility study reports (market demand, financial projections, risks).
- Pitch decks (3-5 slides) for investor presentations.
- Action plans outlining next steps for the business launch
Expected Outcomes
Policy and Strategic Development
- Informed Decision-Making: Insights from global and regional perspectives on TVET & entrepreneurship will help policymakers and institutional leaders develop strategies aligned with industry trends.
- Integration of Technopreneurship in TVET Curricula: Best practices and case studies will guide the formulation of policies to embed entrepreneurship and emerging technologies in TVET systems.
Capacity Building for TVET Institutions & Educators
- Curriculum Enhancement: Workshops on integration strategies, modular content development, and assessment techniques will equip educators with methodologies to teach technopreneurship effectively.
- Entrepreneurial Training for TVET Graduates: Training in business model development, feasibility studies, and risk management will prepare students for real-world business challenges.
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Practical Skill Development
- Hands-on Experience: Through business simulation, ideation exercises, and case study analysis, participants will develop real-world entrepreneurial competencies.
- Innovation & Emerging Technologies: Exposure to AI, Blockchain, and IoT applications will encourage participants to explore innovative tech-driven business opportunities.
Strengthening Industry-Academia Linkages & Networking
- Exposure to Best Practices: The Discussion Forum will facilitate knowledge-sharing between academia, industry leaders, and technopreneurs, promoting collaboration.
- Building Strategic Partnerships: The Strategic Partnership & Action Plan Development Workshop will help institutions connect with incubators, accelerators, and investors.
Cross-Cultural Learning & Global Exposure
- International Collaboration: Participants will gain insights into global entrepreneurial ecosystems and build cross-border connections.
- Cultural Understanding: The SEAMEO-VOCTECH cultural visit will provide exposure to local traditions, enhancing mutual understanding and fostering international cooperation.
Enhanced Employability & Economic Impact
- Job Creation & Economic Growth: Equipping TVET graduates with technopreneurial skills will lead to new startups, job creation, and economic diversification.
- Investment Opportunities: The pitching & networking sessions will connect participants with potential investors, fostering startup funding.
Institutional Impact & Sustainability
- Developing Institutional Strategies: Participants will create a framework for integrating technopreneurship in TVET institutions, ensuring long-term impact.
- Scalable and Replicable Models: Institutions can replicate successful TVET entrepreneurship strategies in different regions.
Program Contents
Theme Papers (Online session) - May 27-29, 2025
- Theme Paper 1: Introduction to Technopreneurship & Policies for TVET Entrepreneurship
- Theme Paper 2: Technopreneurship Integration in TVET Curricula
- Theme Paper 3: Emerging Opportunities in Technopreneurship – Market Research & Business Trends
- Theme Paper 4: Digital Entrepreneurship & Technology Adoption in TVET Startups
- Theme Paper 5: Formulating a Business Plan & Entrepreneurial Financing
Theme Papers and Workshop (On-site) - June 2-6, 2025
- Theme Paper 1: TVET & Entrepreneurship: Global & Regional Perspectives
- Theme Paper 2: Technopreneurial Ecosystem within TVET Institutions
- Theme Paper 3: Integration Strategies for Technopreneurship in Curriculum
- Theme Paper 4: Developing Modular Content for Entrepreneurship
- Theme Paper 5: Assessing and Evaluating Entrepreneurship Skills
- Theme Paper 6: Technology-Driven Business Model Development
- Theme Paper 7: Technopreneurship & Emerging Technologies: Blockchain, AI & IoT in Business Innovation
- Theme Paper 8: Risk Management in Startups: Challenges & Solutions Venture Management, Incubator, Accelerator model, Investment
- Theme Paper 9: Building Strategic Partnership & Workshop 3 - Action Plan Development
Tasks/Activities
- Workshop 1: Entrepreneurial Lens: Mapping TVET’s Global and Regional Role
- Workshop 2: Business Simulation & Feasibility Study to develop viable business plans
Discussion Forum:
A half-day, half-discussion forum on the subject will provide an opportunity for local and international participants to learn about the best technopreneurship practices, share success stories, and discuss the footprints and strategies for incorporating technopreneurship in the TVET Curriculum in the presence of experts from Academia, Industry, and technopreneurs.
Instructional Strategies
The program uses a blended, competency-based approach with online and on-site phases. The online component (May 22, 27-29) delivers live lectures and self-paced country presentations via SEAMEO-VOCTECH's LMS. The on-site segment (June 2-6) features hands-on workshops, business simulations, pitching sessions, and networking to develop practical technopreneurship skills. This structure bridges theory with real-world application for effective TVET curriculum integration.
Participants Profile
The training is expected to be attended by 30 participants, including TVET institutes Managers, Professors, TVET Policy Makers and Trainers Curricula Developers etc.
Date and Venue
The program will be held in 2 parts, online sessions (May 22, 27-29, 2025) and in-person sessions (June 2-6, 2025) at the SEAMEO VOCTECH Regional Center in Brunei Darussalam
Program Facilities
To conduct the program smoothly, the following facilities are required:
- Laptop computers (preferably, participants to bring their laptops)
- Internet Connection (LAN/WAN)
- Audio and Video Equipment
- Multimedia Projector and Projection Screen
Program Management and Resource Persons
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