The record of what CIE does, from first sketch of an idea to demo day.
The Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) at Isra University, operating under ORIC, is a dynamic platform to foster innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, and startup development among students, alumni, and faculty.
Established in 2015, the Business Incubation Center (BIC) — CIE's flagship initiative — provides aspiring entrepreneurs with mentorship, co-working space, entrepreneurship training, and access to industry networks and investor linkages. BIC follows an annual incubation cycle: applications open every December, and the new cohort begins its structured program in January.
The Center is committed to cultivating a startup-friendly ecosystem within the University, contributing to the region's socio-economic growth, and strengthening ties between academia, industry, and the startup community.
To create a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem that transforms innovative ideas into impactful businesses and drives socio-economic growth in the region.
Empower students and faculty through mentorship, incubation, industry collaboration, and commercialization of innovative ideas and research outcomes.
A comprehensive range of support for entrepreneurs at every stage of the startup journey.
Six stages, from first application to demo day.
Meet the startups currently nurtured within our Business Incubation Center.
Capacity-building platform offering AI, Cybersecurity & Freelancing training with national and international reach.
Education Hub providing practical IT skills and digital solutions for businesses.
Creative innovation startup producing artistic lifestyle products with modern designs.
Eco-friendly startup producing waterproof aprons & shopping bags from coconut waste.
Highlights from our workshops, training sessions, hackathons, and demo days.
Join CIE and become part of a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem — mentorship, resources, and a community that believes in your vision.
Applications open every DecemberTogether, we build the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.