Training Course on Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for the 21 st Century: Lessons for Malaysia October 11-16, 2015 Johor Bahru, Malaysia
Course Background Science, technology and innovation (STI) underpin virtually every aspect of modern life, driving economic growth and prosperity and fuelling advances that enhance health, environmental and social well-being. The importance of STI as an important driver of socio-economic growth requires no belabouring. Empirical studies have revealed the benefits of STI in terms of new and improved products, processes and services, better quality of life and lower prices. Malaysians understand that, if we want to create jobs and opportunities in a competitive world and address the key societal challenges that confront us in the 21st century, STI must be an integral part of the national agenda. Malaysia s relatively sound economic position provides us with an opportunity to build on and take better advantage of those STI areas where we are presently strong and enhance our performance in those areas where we are weak to reach for global STI leadership and thereby reap the resulting economic and societal benefits. We have introduced numerous policies, action plans and initiatives to spearhead our STI agenda. The results have been mixed and it is vital that we evaluate the appropriateness of many of these initiatives given the changed external environment that we are in. Course Rationale In all countries, science, technology and innovation (STI) are increasingly considered as crucial for further development. This has given rise to the emergence of policies centred on boosting the STI capacities of firms, public sector organisations and society. These policies have to take into account our enlarged understanding of STI processes. Success in STI is not only about investing in research and increasing enrolment figures but is also about the demand for the outputs of STI, the absorptive capacities of firms, the interlinkages among the various actors of the STI system and the support of society for STI. These and other dimensions need to be understood in the policy mix of countries to address these systemic issues. Given this cross-cutting nature of STI, it is vital that policy makers from different sectors understand and appreciate these nuances about STI. It is to these dimensions that this course aims to address. Course Objectives To equip participants with knowledge on relationships between STI and the economy as well as the dynamics of the nation-state and the national innovation system; To enhance competency of participants in various aspects pertaining to policy formulation particularly in any area that impacts on the nation s competency in STI;
Course Synopsis Science, technology and innovation (STI) are important driving forces in economic and social change. Deliberate efforts are required to attain fluency in STI. This course aims to impress on course participants that success in STI is not automatic. Instead, fluency in STI is aided by conscious and assiduous efforts aided by a dynamic STI policy process that ensures that policies that are crafted are responsive to the specific needs of the country. The 5 templates of STI policy as advanced by Tan Sri Omar Abdul Rahman will be presented. The course will also guide participants in the formulation of specific policies related to STI. Course Content Day Session 1 Session 2 1 What is STI; why STI; genesis of STI policy; changing paradigms of STI policy 5 templates of STI Policy 2 5 templates of STI Policy (cont d) Case Study: Malaysia s National Innovation System 3 Public policies on STI in Malaysia : A review Formulating specific policy to enhance particular aspect of STI (to be specified by course participants) 4 Cont d Presentation by groups 5 Recapitulation and Lessons learned Course Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, the participants will be able to: Describe what is a policy and why a policy and management of science, technology and innovation (STI) are essential; Articulate a policy based on key components of STI policy formulation;
Describe key features and elements of a dynamic National Innovation System; Analyze the effectiveness of particular policies/programmes and formulate specific responses to address the challenges. Date, Duration and Venue The course will be held over 5 days from October 11 16, 2015 in Pulai Springs Resort, Johor Bahru. Who to Attend The course is targeted at medium and high level officials from ministry, public research institutions, universities, industry and NGOs. Modes of Delivery The training course will be delivered by using the following methods: Series of lectures. Group discussions and presentations. Group activities Medium of Instruction The training workshop will be conducted in English.
Course Convenors Dr K. Thiruchelvam is presently a Professor and Dean of the Perdana School of Science, Technology and Innovation Policy, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. He served the Malaysian Civil Service for over 24 years with stints at various Ministries including the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI). He was involved in a number of policy studies while in the civil service. He recently led a team in the drafting of Malaysia s new National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy. Dr Thiru has also been engaged in a number of consultancy reports in recent years for both local and international organizations. He has also been involved in international training programmes conducted on behalf of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia as well as the International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation (ISTIC). He is a member of the Editorial Board of 3 international journals on STI and has co-edited 3 books on STI. Prof. Zamri Mohamed is presently a professor and was the former Dean at the Perdana School of Science, Technology and Innovation Policy, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Graduated as an engineer, Prof. Zamri has since led the Computer Science Faculty, the University s Computer Centre and also the K-Economy Research Alliance at UTM. Prof. Zamri has given lectures in numerous training programs at various levels in the area of ICT, both within and outside UTM. interest. Prof Zamri has also been member of various committees and task forces at the university, state and national levels. He has also undertaken several research and consultancies on topics of his Since the 1990s, Prof Zamri has been involved in National ICT agenda and policies. More recently, since the establishment of the Perdana School, he has been fully involved in teaching, researching and consulting in the area of STI and STI-based Policies. Registration Fee RM 3,500 per participant
Mode of Payment Payment by participants (other than those sponsored by JPA) can be made using crossed cheques or bank drafts made payable to UTM Holdings Sdn Bhd. All transfers should be directed to the following account: Recipient Name : UTM HOLDINGS SDN BHD Account No : 564098500819 Bank : Maybank SWIFT Code : MBBEMYKL Branch : Maybank Jalan Raja Muda, WP Kuala Lumpur Please send a copy of the transfer slip to the Secretariat. An acknowledgement will be sent on receipt of payment Note: Substitution is allowed for registered participant, cancellation will not be entertained. Fee is NOT inclusive of accommodation. Application and Enquiries All applicants are required to complete the prescribed application form as attached in this brochure and submit the completed form to the following address: Secretariat UTM Perdana JPA Training Programme c/o UTM Perdana School, 6 th Floor, Menara Razak, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 54100 Kuala Lumpur Tel: +603-21805151 Fax: +603-21805340 Email: ablatiff07@gmail.com Website: http://perdanaschool.utm.my/ ISTIC will inform the successful applicants to the training workshop not later than 4 September 2015. Applicants who do not receive word within this date are rendered Closing Date of Application All applications should be submitted to the secretariat office before 31 July 2015
REGISTRATION FORM TITLE OF COURSE Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for the 21 st Century: PERSONAL PARTICULARS Full Name DATE, DURATION & VENUE 11 16 October 2015 Pulai Springs, Johor Bahru, Malaysia Designation : Prof. /Dr. /Mr. /Mrs. /Ms. /_ Gender (Male/Female) I/C Number Date of Birth (Date/Month/Year) COMMUNICATION & MAILING ADDRESS Applicant s Office Address Person to be Contacted, in Case of Emergency (Name and Address) Tel Fax Mobile Email Tel Fax Mobile Email EMPLOYMENT RECORD Title of Post Employer Duration of Service Type of Organization (Please box) Government Private Main Functions of Organization Semi-Government NGO
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