University-Industry Collaboration Centers Platform of Türkiye

Studies are started in 2014 to define the profession of "TTO Specialist" and to carry out the profession recognition processes before the Vocational Qualifications Authority. On June 9, 2018, definition of Technology Transfer Specialist is officially accepted by the Vocational Qualifications Authority and is published in the Official Gazette. The studies started in 2014 on defining the profession of TTO Professionals and conducting the profession recognition processes before the Vocational Qualifications Authority is listed below in chronological order.

USIMP is still continuing its studies as a TTO Specialist Certification organization.

National Occupational Standard and Competency Framework
for Technology Transfer Specialists in Türkiye

THREE STAGES

  • Defining the Profession of Technology Transfer Professional (2014-2018)
  • Determining National Qualifications for TTP (2020-2023)
  • Approval as Accreditation body for the TT profession at the National Level