Are you ready to transform your passion into a thriving business? Look no further than Start-Up 101 – your comprehensive gateway to the world of entrepreneurship. Designed for students and recent graduates who dream of bringing their business ideas to life, this programme is your launchpad to success.
Why choose Start-Up 101?
Designed for students and recent graduates who dream of bringing their business ideas to life, Start-Up 101 offers an unparalleled opportunity to cultivate entrepreneurship while gaining essential enterprise skills and access to funding.
Eligibility criteria
All students and graduates who meet the following criteria are welcome to register. There is no requirement for participants to have prior experience or a business idea to join, only a desire to learn and improve.
Current students (registered on a Bachelors, Master's, MRes, MPhil or PhD degree) or recent graduates.
Genuine desire to explore entrepreneurship, business start-up, or self-employment.
Willingness to actively participate in workshops, field trips and mixer events.
Openness to receiving feedback and guidance while fostering a growth mindset.
Join regardless of experience
No prior experience or idea? No problem. Start-Up 101 is open to all students and graduates who meet the above criteria. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship, itching to bring your idea to life, working on an existing business or just want to gain valuable employability and enterprise skills, we welcome your curiosity and commitment.
Benefits and outcomes
- Expert workshops: Gain insights from industry experts, starting from idea creation to presenting a perfect pitch
- Employability skills: Develop highly sought-after employability skills that make you stand out in today's competitive job market
- Pioneer Bursary: Opportunity to apply for £500 programme funding to help kick-start your business
- Mentoring sessions: Benefit from the guidance of experienced mentors, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs throughout the programme
- Networking events: Showcase your ideas, make connections, and pitch your vision
- On-demand content: Access to resources, workbooks and session recordings for self-learning
Programme content
- Session 1: Entrepreneurial Mindset & Opportunity Recognition
- Session 2: Business Model Canvas & Value Proposition
- Session 3: Product Development & Market Fit
- Session 4: Pitching – From Pitch Deck to Delivery
- Plus community mixer (pitching and networking event)
How to join
To join, please follow the link below to the registration page.
Join Start-Up 101Go to the Enterprise Programme 23-24 application page
Testimonials
"Start-Up 101 not only provided me with a solid foundation in business but also recognised my commitment with a Next Level certificate. The engaging workshops enriched my entrepreneurial skills, empowering me to pursue my career with confidence. I'm grateful for the invaluable knowledge it has brought to my journey to create my own start-up business, which I am currently working on."
Robert Takac
"I would like to start by thanking the WeNetwork team for all the exposure and help I have received so far. It was a wonderful experience and I got a lot of frontage along the journey. I have received a £500 grant which I have used for my brand’s photoshoot. I would say it has helped me polish my business idea and prepare me for the future."
Pradipta Das
“Joining Startup 101 was a game-changer! The programme empowered me with the knowledge to establish and run my business successfully. Thanks to their support, I received in-program funding to hire skilled freelancers and an AI tool to elevate our services to a professional level. The mentorship and networking opportunities created a supportive community of entrepreneurs, fostering growth and collaboration. I am forever grateful for the transformative experience that Start-Up 101 provided, making my entrepreneurial dreams a reality.”
Rebecca Veliu