Venture, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (VIE) FAQ
How many times can my team pitch for the grant?
As many as you like! However, each successful pitch will have a different set of milestones attached to each award to help push your project development forward.
Do all my team members have to be from SUTD?
No, but each team will have to satisfy the criteria of minimum 2 team members who are either current SUTD undergraduate or master students at least 6 months from graduation.
What can I expect to gain upon completion?
On top of the newly gained knowledge, inspiration and relationships built with like-minded participants, you can expect to create a sustainable model for your impact mission.
What kind of support and resources are available over the program duration?
Create4Good:
- Experiential workshops to help you learn fundamentals unique to impact space.
- Mentorship to refine your business.
- Network with ecosystem players to expand your business horizon.
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.
Will I get modular credits for attending this programme?
No, this programme does not award modular credits.
What happens after I complete the programme?
The market becomes your playground; tap onto SUTD to access a whole suite of support, including:
- Incubation Spaces
- Mentorship
- Grant Access
- Curated events and programmes for alumnus
What can I expect to gain upon completion?
On top of the newly gained knowledge, inspiration and relationships built with like-minded participants, you can expect to achieve an intent to pilot or generated funding interest.
What kind of support and resources are available over the program duration?
ARISE:
- Discussion-style sessions to gain diverse insights.
- Mentorship to refine your business.
- Network with ecosystem leaders to expand your business horizon.
How much does it cost to join this programme?
We will generally absorb the cost for you, but you are subject to meeting eligibility conditions and shortlisting by a panel.