Why Join Us?

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Theo Taisei Chiba

MBA 23, Fujitsu Innovation Challenge

“The Innovation Challenge enabled me to solve a branding issue for Fujitsu, a large global company from end to end, similar to what a management consultant or corporate strategist would do.

We clarified issues, narrowed the scope, conducted extensive research, ideated, and presented recommendations that would significantly enhance the company’s brand and operations.”

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Brandon Chan

BA, Economics 23, Ericsson Challenge

“Berkeley Open Innovation Squad contributed greatly to helping me secure a job after college. My experience working on the innovation challenge gave me real world skills and experience that I leveraged during my interview and in my role.

Also what makes the Berkeley Innovation Squad unique is the opportunity to make an impact and to take initiative.”


Propel your Career

Practical Experience

We leverage industry-leading methods to help companies address business challenges.

World-Leading Brands

We collaborate with world-leading Fortune 500 brands to address real business challenges.

Diverse & Creative Team

We build cross-functional teams of remarkably talented students to make an impact.

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How it Works

Application

Apply to our program and join a cross-functional team

Assignment

Teams are assigned a specific business challenge from our corporate partners

Guidance

Under the guidance of experienced faculty and industry mentors, you'll work to understand and address the challenge

Learning

Learn and apply open innovation concepts, business model canvas methods, and strategies used by multinational enterprises & startups

Presentation

Present the final product with your team to the Berkeley Innovation Forum