Translate your idea or research into a prototype or minimum viable product. You will learn the core knowledge pillars of business formation, financial literacy, and advanced customer pitching skills.
Following on from the Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp, Concept to Creation is the perfect next step to maintain your momentum and develop your startup business skills. Each session is delivered by a subject expert, covering a diverse range of skills to elevate you on your entrepreneurial journey. Whether establishing your own start-up or contributing to an existing team, this course gives you the confidence and knowledge to succeed.
What to expect
The course operates over 11 weeks, with sessions running at our CERI headquarters one evening per week. Each session is led by an industry expert, and filled with insightful theory, engaging activities and collaborative discussions, ensuring an immersive learning experience every week.
Topics include:
- Idea Validation & Value Proposition
- Founder Mindsets, Leadership & Team Building
- Business Models & Go-to-Market Strategy
- Sales, Customers & Negotiation
- Finance, Accounting & Cash Flow Fundamentals
- Legal Essentials, Company Formation & Compliance
- Intellectual Property, Intangible Assets & Licensing
- Commercialisation, Investment & Investor Readiness
If you are a female in research, science, engineering or technology, visit the CERI FIRST program page.
If you have questions about the course, or you’d like to schedule a call with the Programs and Digital Executive, click here to get in touch.
The Concept to Creation startup program is run several times throughout the year.
By completing this course, you will be eligible to apply for CERI office residency, the CERI Mentoring Program, and CERI Start funding. As you and your startup develop, our offerings facilitate you with the experience to form and grow a startup company, guiding your future path to success.
CERI has created a collaborative environment for you to openly share your ideas and plans, with everyone signing Non-Disclosure deeds before the commencement of the course.
