Backstage at technology giants: the Academy of Continuing Education's study trips are more than just a learning journey. Immerse yourself in innovative tech landscapes, take part in practical workshops and make valuable international contacts in the industry. Our tailor-made trips not only offer professional insights, but also the opportunity to take part in relevant company and laboratory visits. Meet experts and managers from local production and sales companies to gain direct insight.

Learning Journey Caltech - Managing Advanced Technologies (Deep Tech)

Managing Advanced Technologies (Deep Tech) is a unique six-day program designed to provide business leaders with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of advanced technologies. This immersive course exposes participants to innovative technologies such as AI, IoT, quantum computing, and biotechnology through a mix of case discussions, laboratory demonstrations, lectures, and readings.
The program fosters future thinking, develops innovative business models, and leads organizational change to ensure participants can effectively manage and capitalize on technological advancements in their industries. While on campus, students will learn from industry visits and lab tours on the application of advanced technologies to autonomous systems, mobility, and sustainability.

Key Takeaways

  • Master Deep Tech Strategy – Learn how to align AI, robotics, and emerging technologies with business goals to drive real impact.
  • Develop an Organizational Technology Roadmap – Create a structured, actionable plan for enterprise-wide adoption of deep tech solutions.
  • Navigate Business Adoption Challenges – Gain insights into securing executive buy-in, overcoming barriers, and scaling innovations.
  • Engage with Industry Experts – Connect with top Caltech faculty, business leaders, and AI pioneers through lectures, site visits, and networking sessions
  • Experience Cutting-Edge Technology Firsthand – Visit leading research labs and AI companies, exploring real-world applications of autonomous systems and advanced computing.

Topics 

  • Understanding advanced technologies: AI, IoT, robotics, biotechnology, quantum computing, and their impact on businesses and industries.
  • Future thinking and forecasting: Developing strategic foresight to inform decision-making and navigate technological advancements under multiple scenarios
  • Building an innovation agenda: Creating a competitive edge at the product, enterprise, and industry levels through innovation strategies
  • Competitive business models and systems thinking: Leveraging platform strategies, multi-sided markets, and systems dynamics to identify new value propositions and their implications
  • Organization design and transformation: Adapting technology organizations to the future of work through effective leadership and change management

Who is this program for?

  • Technology and innovation leaders looking to integrate deep tech into their organizations.
  • Executives and decision-makers who need a strategic framework for AI, robotics, and emerging technologies.
  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders aiming to commercialize deep tech solutions.
  • Engineers and technical professionals wanting to bridge the gap between R&D and business adoption.
  • Product managers and strategists seeking to drive innovation and create scalable technology roadmaps.
  • Investors and industry analysts interested in identifying high-impact deep tech opportunities.

Dates

Saturday, February 21 to Friday, February 27, 2026, Caltech | Center for Technology & Management Education

Fee

EUR 6.600 (excluding travel, accommodation and catering costs)

Registration Process

Study trips are seen as compact programs and require a short registration process.

If you are not already enrolled with TU Wien's Academy, please fill out and send this Registration Form , opens in new window(pdf) plus:

  • CV incl. portrait foto
  • Copy of passport

via E-mail to compact-programs@tuwien.ac.at