Info Session of HKUST Dream Builder Program 2022/23
Come join the HKUST Dream Builder Program (Ideation / Incubation) to receive funding, coaching and training, mentorship, and an array of in-kind support to realize your start-up dreams!
Ideation Programme:
- Kick-start innovative idea at very early stage
- Have trial of business, test market
- Participate in entrepreneurship enrichment activities
- On reimbursement basis
Incubation Programme:
- Facilitate startup projects in completing their proof of concept and developing their MVP/ prototype through seed funds, training and in-kind support within twelve months
- Be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skillsets for further development of their startups
- Enhance the team competitiveness for next stage of growth
Click Here to know more about the Programs and which is the best fit for you.
Eligibility:
- Individual and team applications are both accepted.
- The principal applicant must be a full-time student (undergraduate or postgraduate; non-Exchange student) of HKUST, while team members (if any) can be HKUST students, alumni or staff.
- If the start-up is already a registered company, the company shall have been registered for no more than one year (for ideation) / three years (for incubation) at the time of application and 51% of shares shall be owned by HKUST current students (full-time/ part-time).
Click Here for details of the Program including funding scope, admission criteria, expected milestones, etc. (Application Guideline, Terms and Conditions)!
Click Here to download the budget template
Click Here to view the disbursement checklist for your reference
Apply Now
Ideation: Click here to apply online (Open All Year Round)
Incubation: Click here to apply online (Deadline: 30 Sept 2022), 11:59 p.m.
Info Session: 16 Sept 2022, 12:30pm-1:30pm - Click Here to Register
Venue: Physical @ theBASE (Networking & Advising session will be hosted after the info session) or Zoom