Executive Education

Executive Certificate on Economic Complexity and Innovation Policy (at the Toulouse School of Economics)

The program offers a unique opportunity to explore the mechanisms that drive the growth and diffusion of knowledge, and their implications for innovation, regional development, and corporate strategy.

This intense, five day-long course is designed for policymakers, corporate leaders, consultants, and researchers. It is ideal for professionals seeking to sharpen their capacity to design, assess, and implement strategies in the fields of innovation policy, economic development, and competitive strategy.

From understanding learning curves, to the practical applications of economic complexity, Professor Hidalgo will guide you through the main concepts that will broaden your analytical toolkit.

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Themes you will explore during the five days

  • The Growth and Decay of Knowledge
    Understanding learning curves, experience curves, and their implications, including disruptive innovation and leapfrogging strategies.

  • The Diffusion of Knowledge
    Exploring how knowledge spreads across geographies and social networks, illustrated through a variety of historical and empirical studies.

  • The Principle of Relatedness
    Mapping how knowledge flows across industries, technologies, and occupations, with hands-on network data exercises.

  • From Knowledge to Value
    Introducing the theory and practice of economic complexity, from empirical applications to mechanistic models.

  • Innovation, Policy, and Institutions
    Applying principles to policy design and innovation ecosystems, with case studies on innovation districts.

How to apply

Secure your place in this unique program and join a global community of professionals shaping the future of innovation and economic policy. All you need to do is complete the online application form

  • with your contact details,

  • with your CV,

  • and with a short motivation statement (max. 500 words)

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the program reaches capacity, so it is recommended to register early.

Application fee

Professional participants (corporate & government) : 3 990 Euros

The fee includes:

  • Accommodation in a four-star hotel from Sunday (the day before the course) to Saturday.

  • Tuition

  • Course materials

  • Coffee breaks

  • Lunches,

  • Welcome reception,

  • Gala dinner.

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