About the Module

This module will begin with a brief introduction to the history of the Taiwanese high-tech industry development. It will cover government-led industrial development policies and the establishment of research institutions (such as ITRI) that spearheaded the early stages of Taiwanese semiconductor industry development.

Next, it will describe the establishment of science parks and their internal innovation systems, which have become defining features of the Taiwanese high-tech industry.

Finally, we will discuss how the Taiwanese government is addressing current industrial development and geopolitical issues by proposing sustainable and forward-looking policies to tackle these challenges.

To successfully complete the module and receive a personalized certificate, you must pass a knowledge test after each session and final assessment; as well as complete the learning effectiveness (application) questionnaire, a link to which you will receive by email two months after completing the module.

This online training Module is web-based. Therefore, no additional software is required. Please be aware that "EBRD Impact Academy" does not provide tutor support. Learning content is current at the time of its public launch (October2026).

If you have any questions about this module, you can contact us at impactacademy@ebrd.com.

Learning Objectives

By completing this module, you will gain an understanding of the development trajectory of the Taiwanese high-tech industry. This knowledge will help you comprehend how government policies, research institutions, science parks, and companies form an innovation system that has driven Taiwanese economic growth. Additionally, you will learn how this system continues to advance amidst rapidly changing geopolitical circumstances.

Total Time to Complete the Module:

Effort: 2 hours per week
Total time: 6 hours

Module Structure

This Module consists of the following seven sessions:

• • Session 1: Role of Technology Industry in Economic Development
  • Session 2: A National Technology Industry Eco-System
  • Session 3: Technological Building Blocks: GAA & Advanced Packaging Patents
  • Session 4: Innovation System Building Blocks: the Case of Hsinchu Science Park (HSP)
  • Session 5: The TSMC Model: Vertical Disintegration and Virtual Integration
  • Session 6: Hardware Services Model: Global Production Networks (GPNs) & Global Innovation Networks (GINs)
  • Session 7: Forging Ahead: National Strategy and Overcoming Major Challenges

Featured Lecturer

Dr. Shin-Horng Chen
VP & Director of International Division, Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER)

The EBRD Impact Academy is supported by the "TaiwanBusiness-EBRD Technical Cooperation Fund".

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