Technology Venture Development

Join us in an interdisciplinary exploration of technology startup's business model and strategy. This pioneering course offers you an opportunity to work with a technology-based startup from the local ecosystem or a corporate venture in an internship-like setting and help them progress.

In a group of about three students from different faculties and study programs, you will work on:

1) a business challenge in the domain of market research and validation.

2) understanding, reflecting, and advising on the business model, risks, and growth strategies of your assigned startup.

You will be coached and taught solid business theoretical foundation and practical lessons. You will apply your learnings directly, solving pressing business challenges and driving innovation.

This hands-on experience allows to you communicate directly with startup's key decision-makers and see the effects of your work making a difference.

This course is a real-world expedition into the startup life, designed to inspire, challenge, and prepare you for a future where you drive change.

We expect you to spend around three days a week with the startup and about one day a week in the classroom setting. Given its 15 ECTS, we expect your full weekly commitment, as in any joint interdisciplinary project.

The applications opens on April 30th and the application deadline will be on June 15th. Here is the link to the application form (that contains the list of startups):

https://forms.office.com/e/tX9hXqNM7u

You can still apply after the deadline, but you will be admitted to the course only in case there are any open spots available.

What to Expect

Internship-like Experience: Step into the fast-paced world of startup or corporate venture, through our internship-like experience. Here, you'll gain invaluable hands-on exposure to real-world business practices, navigating challenges, and seizing opportunities alongside industry professionals.

Lectures: Immerse yourself in lectures that serve as the cornerstone of your theoretical understanding that will help you with your company project. Topics that will be covered: market analysis and research, business models and market strategies, business risks, and team dynamics, among others.

Coaching Sessions: These sessions help you apply your newfound knowledge and skills to your cases and tackle pressing business challenges head-on, devising innovative solutions that drive tangible impact and transformation.

What You'll Experience and Learn

You will leave your comfort zone as you'll have to immerse yourself in markets and communicate to market experts, industry stakeholders, and startup's customers.

You will gain practical, real-world experience that sets you apart in today's competitive job market. Our internship-like experience and consulting project offer unparalleled opportunities for skill development and professional growth.

Interdisciplinary Exploration: Navigate the complex nexus of diverse disciplinary backgrounds in engineering, basic science and architecture and design, entrepreneurship, and management, transcending traditional disciplinary boundaries to craft innovative business models that redefine the status quo.

Practical Application: Move beyond theoretical concepts and immerse yourself in practical, hands-on experiences. You'll apply cutting-edge techniques and theoretical frameworks to real-world scenarios, honing your problem-solving skills and business acumen.

Networking Opportunities: Forge meaningful connections with industry professionals, guest lecturers, and fellow classmates, expanding your professional network and gaining valuable insights into the startup ecosystem.

Personal and Professional Growth: Reflect on your journey, identify your strengths, and chart a course for future success. Whether it's sharpening your communication skills or refining your leadership abilities, this course offers a transformative experience that extends far beyond the classroom.