StartSomething
Open to all
The StartSomething Series offers a remarkable opportunity to aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with a guided path to turn their ideas into tangible realities.
Comprising a 3-part short workshop series, this program equips students with essential entrepreneurial fundamentals while immersing them in the process of developing their ideas from inception to a successful launch. It is a transformative journey that empowers participants to cultivate the skills and knowledge necessary for entrepreneurial success.
Curriculum Highlights
Ideate
Build
Launch
In-depth information
Curriculum
IdeateSomething: Conceptualisation of ideas
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Ideation processes
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Value Proposition
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Market Validation
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MVP
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Pitching
BuildSomething: Essential business knowledge
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Building a business model canvas
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Effective leadership and communication skills
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Prototyping
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Basic financial skills
LaunchSomething: Advanced business knowledge
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Digital Marketing,
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Managing competition & retaining customer focus
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Risk & time management
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Essential knowledge to incorporate your business (tax compliance, sourcing for fundings/grants, licenses, etc.)
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Go-To Market
Support
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Incubation Support and Space
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Stephen Riady Innovation Grant subject to terms and conditions
Requirements
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Open to all
Key Dates
- IdeateSomething: 4, 9 & 16 Oct 2024
- Registration closes 25 Sep 2024
- BuildSomething: 20, 27 and 30 November 2024
- Registration closes 13 November 2024
- LaunchSomething: Between 10 – 22 February 2025
- Registration closes 3 February 2025
Registrations are now open for StartSomething series!
what's next
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Frequently asked questions
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 gain better clarity on how to proceed with your idea.
What kind of support and resources are available over the program duration?
StartSomething:
- Bite-sized workshops to get you started with the essentials of starting up.
- Mentorship or consultations are available upon request.
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! This is our most introductory programme that is the least demanding in terms of time, knowledge and effort.
How long does this programme last, and what does the commitment look like?
Typically 3 half-day sessions. You will be guided through in-class discussions and assignments.
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.
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!
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