The Applied Innovation Certificates Program is designed to support R&D and innovation professionals who want to deepen their understanding of key innovation topics and strengthen their ability to lead and contribute within dynamic and multifaceted innovation landscapes.

These certificate opportunities are well suited for R&D professionals who are seeking to expand their innovation toolkit and gain a recognized certificate that reflects their commitment to innovation and continued professional development.  

Delivered as online workshops or on-demand courses, each component culminates in a formal Certificate of Completion issued by IRI, recognizing participants who have successfully engaged with the professional development material and invested in advancing their innovation expertise. 

  1. Complete one of the certificate online workshops or on-demand courses. 
  1. Share your takeaways via a presentation internally with your colleagues at your company OR with peers at one of IRI’s roundtables.​ Presentation guidelines will be provided at the completion of the workshop or online course. 

Whether you are building new capabilities, refreshing existing knowledge, or signaling your commitment to innovation leadership, these certificates offer both recognition and momentum. 

Register now for an upcoming workshop or visit IRI’s On-Demand Courses Platform for course details. 

If you have any questions, please contact iri@nam.org

Upcoming Certificate Workshops

Certificate Workshop: Innovation 101: Essential Tools in Managing Innovation
06/30/2026
11 am – 2 pm

Innovation, Managing Emerging Technologies
Certificate Workshop: Innovation 101: Organizational Challenges in Managing Innovation 
07/07/2026
11 am – 2 pm

Innovation, Managing Emerging Technologies