The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Excellence is a specialized center with integrated facilities that houses The CORE – an incubator and business accelerator to support deep-tech startups in various fields, from blockchain, gaming, AI, VR, Health tech, etc.

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Technological business incubator

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Economic Participation

Registration Status : Open
Program Format: In person
Program Type: Technological business incubator
Program Pathway: Economic Participation
Program Period: Open year round
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Program Type: Technological business incubator
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Program Period: Open year round
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About the CORE

Established in 2018, the CORE is affiliated with Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) and serves as a national-level initiative aimed at propelling launch-stage and growth-stage startups in Jordan. With a dual-track hybrid model—combining physical and virtual support environments—The CORE provides a robust structure for entrepreneurs to develop, validate, and scale their ventures through tailored interventions.

Since its launch, The CORE has positioned itself as a transformative force in Jordan’s startup ecosystem, through strategic partnerships, targeted capacity building, and a commitment to inclusive innovation, The CORE has become a national model for venture support that bridges academic, private, and investment spheres.

Established in 2018, the CORE is affiliated with Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) and serves as a national-level initiative aimed at propelling launch-stage and growth-stage startups in Jordan. With a dual-track hybrid model—combining physical and virtual support environments—The CORE provides a robust structure for entrepreneurs to develop, validate, and scale their ventures through tailored interventions.

Since its launch, The CORE has positioned itself as a transformative force in Jordan’s startup ecosystem, through strategic partnerships, targeted capacity building, and a commitment to inclusive innovation, The CORE has become a national model for venture support that bridges academic, private, and investment spheres.

The CORE Accelerator Offerings

  • Launch and growth tracks tailored to startup maturity level
  • Hybrid delivery model combining virtual and in-person support
  • Hands-on capacity building with sector-specific experts
  • Access to networks including investors, academic institutions, and corporates
  • High-impact bootcamps, clinics, and demo days
  • Follow-on support for scaling and post-program sustainability

  • Launch and growth tracks tailored to startup maturity level
  • Hybrid delivery model combining virtual and in-person support
  • Hands-on capacity building with sector-specific experts
  • Access to networks including investors, academic institutions, and corporates
  • High-impact bootcamps, clinics, and demo days
  • Follow-on support for scaling and post-program sustainability

The CORE’s Objectives

  Build institutional capacity to nurture and support startups

Cultivate a strong, resilient entrepreneurial mindset

    Facilitate access to capital, markets, and investment opportunities

  Drive inclusive and sustainable job creation across sectors

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, anyone from the public can apply to the CORE

 

No, use of the CORE is free of charge.

The CORE offers a structure that enables entrepreneurs to develop, validate, and scale their ventures. The services that the CORE offers include:

  • Investment readiness (at entry and exit)
  • Strategic mentoring and one-on-one coaching
  • Business simulation competitions
  • Company Registration within the King Hussein Business Park

 

To inquire about applying to the CORE, email CIEE@htu.edu.jo 
If you have a startup with an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) developed and you are currently in the Launch or Growth stage, you can email your pitch directly to CIEE@htu.edu.jo

The CORE is located at the King Hussein Business Park in Amman.