About the Global
Innovation Exchange
Global Innovation Exchange is the University of Washington’s
engineering + business institute for emerging and established
technology leaders.
The University of Washington’s Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) is an engineering-and-business institute for emerging and established technology leaders.
Launched in 2017 with generous support from Microsoft, GIX is jointly supported by the University of Washington’s College of Engineering and Foster School of Business. GIX partners with corporate, government and non-profit organizations to deliver transformational learning through graduate education, global experiences, and professional development programs.
Mission
GIX develops responsible leaders in technology through transformative interdisciplinary learning that cultivates sound judgment, technical fluency, and an innovative spirit.
Vision
A future where people harness technology to expand human possibility, strengthen organizations, and advance society.
The vision for GIX is to build a future model for higher education.
I continue to believe that this new way is an important part of the future of higher education.
Graduate, Global, and Custom Programs
The University of Washington's Full-time and Hybrid MS in Tech Innovation are designed to accelerate the careers of emerging tech leaders.
Experiences
Developed with leading tech companies and universities, GIX offers immersive short-courses that deepen knowledge of emerging technologies through learning experiences around the world.
Programs
GIX delivers high-impact professional development programs for managers and emerging leaders, combining UW expertise in engineering, business, and design to drive immediate results.