What does CIDIC mean in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

The CIDIC stands for China-Italy Design and Innovation Center. It is a joint research organization between the National Institute of Design in India and the Polytechnic University of Milan in Italy to promote interdisciplinary collaboration through joint research activities, technology transfer, and product design innovations.

The main objectives of CIDIC are to facilitate cross-cultural exchange of ideas and knowledge, identify potential collaborative projects, develop innovative products based on new technologies, provide a platform for collaboration among multiple disciplines including design, engineering, science and art etc., create opportunities for students from both countries to work together on cutting-edge projects, and support development of sustainable practices within the industry.

CIDIC organizes various activities including workshops, seminars, lectures by invited experts from both countries as well as visits to corporate partners in both countries. It also facilitates internships for students from both universities in their partner institutions.

People can participate with CIDIC by submitting applications for internships or research grants offered by its partner universities or by participating in its various events such as workshops or seminars. Additionally, companies interested in collaborating with the center could contact them directly to explore further opportunities for partnership.

Yes, CIDIC offers an online course called “Innovation & Design Thinking” which provides participants with an overview of current trends related to innovation management and design thinking principles which they can use to develop solutions to design challenges they may encounter in their work life.