ARISE: Validate
In ARISE: Validate, teams will go out to the field and confirm if there is an actual need for their solution and discover other important requirements of their target market, to better shape the development roadmap of their solution.
Highlights
Interview stakeholders
Build a business model
Optimise your product
In-depth information
Curriculum
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Introduction to lean startup methodology
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Customer discovery and development: “Get out of the building” to interview customers and stakeholders
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Value proposition, MVP and product market fit
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Beachhead markets and customers
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Business model, revenue and cost
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Failure and pivot
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Pitching skills
Support
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Venture partner support
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Dedicated mentor with deep industry experience and networks
Requirements
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Open to all
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Form a team of 2 or up to 5 members
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Individuals with entrepreneurial or business experience may apply to join existing teams as the Business/Entrepreneurial Lead
Key Dates
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Programme runs from May – July, 8 x 3hr weekly workshops and a Presentation Day
Registration is May to July.
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Frequently asked questions
I am not sure if I am ready for this programme.
Our programmes are friendly for all participants and we are excited to witness your development, so you do not have to worry!
Concerned about your commitment? We have a short introductory programme and one-off events for you to take that first step!
How long does this programme last, and what does the commitment look like?
Typically between 12 to 14 weeks. Apart from attending the workshops, you may be expected to complete assignments outside of class (e.g., interviewing customers, preparing pitches and actively consulting your mentor).
As our programmes are designed to take you from zero-to-one in the most efficient way, we encourage you to follow through the full course of the programme. We understand if you have one-off commitments which might affect your attendance, but do make time if you are signing up.
We also have a short introductory programme and one-off events for you to take that first step!
What do I need in order to join this programme?
Most of our programmes require that you have an idea of the problem you want to address.
You can choose to join with a pre-formed team, or find like-minded teammates during the programme. We have had many participants who met their teammates during the programme as well!
I am not from SUTD / My team is not from SUTD. Can we still join this programme?
Yes, we welcome all aspiring founders.
Will I have to give up equity in my company to be part of this programme?
We do not take take equity from teams and start-ups who join our programmes.
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