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STEAMhouse is launching an exciting new programme offering students and graduates the opportunity to earn part of a 拢10,000 prize fund - as well as access to expert support and superb facilities 鈥� in order to launch their own business.
An amazing opportunity for students and graduates
The STEAM Hatchery is designed for those with an innovative and exciting business idea who wish to develop it into a viable business.
Students can enter individually or as part of a team.
The programme is limited to 100 places and is open to third-year students (including international), and alumni that have graduated within the past year.
Participants will compete for a share of the 拢10,000 prize fund and the chance to start their business in STEAMhouse Incubator.
The ten-week course, which will begin on Tuesday 7 June, will culminate in participants submitting a business plan and presenting their business idea to a panel of judges.
Expert advice from BCU academics and local business leaders
Over the ten weeks, participants will attend taught sessions on a Tuesday morning, learning vital skills in:
- 听听听听听听听 Building a sustainable business model
- 听听听听听听听 Creating an efficient sales strategy
- 听听听听听听听 Perfecting business pitches
- 听听听听听听听 Financial planning
- 听听听听听听听 Prototyping
Furthermore, there is also the opportunity for participants to spend Thursdays working on their business plans, collaborating appointed mentors and learning from experts who can help them develop their idea.
Throughout the programme, participants will be based in , a 120,000 sq ft new building that boasts state-of-the-art production space, workshops, meeting rooms and cutting-edge technology.
Tuesday鈥檚 taught sessions will be delivered by facilitators from a range of disciplines, offering experience and key insight to help participants develop their skills and their business idea.
Turn a dream into a reality
STEAM Hatchery provides students and recent graduates with a vital opportunity to learn important skills and turn their business idea into a functioning enterprise, all with the support of STEAMhouse Incubator.
The Hatchery also looks to meet by providing students and graduates with the chance to create their own employment opportunity and build the skills modern employers seek.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Julian Beer says that the new programme matches the University鈥檚 demand to power regional transformation and ensure its students have the skills needed to succeed in modern business.
鈥淎s the University for 探花直播, we are committed to providing a transformative experience for our students and graduates, one that brings together multiple disciplines and ensures that they have the attributes needed for their future careers,鈥� he says.
Richard Scutt, Head of Growth and Incubation at STEAMhouse, feels this new initiative is another example of BCU providing hands-on employability support.
鈥淩ecent startups like Gymshark and Lounge Underwear have shown to people that, with the right support and access to facilities, they can create a viable business that can grow. STEAM Hatchery provides them with the tools to achieve this,鈥� he says.
鈥淚f you know of a student or graduate that has the attributes and determination needed, let them know that this is a vital new programme for them.鈥� 听
Interested in finding out more about the STEAM Hatchery programme? To discuss mentorship opportunities and access further details, contact Richard Scutt at richard.scutt@bcu.ac.uk.
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