Programmes

A pathway for every stage

Four connected programmes take a student from curiosity to a trading venture. Join at the stage that fits you.

Open to all · Weekly

Founders Lab

Drop-in workshops on spotting problems, talking to customers and testing ideas fast. No idea or team needed to attend.

  • Weekly sessions (online and on campus)
  • Idea clinics and team matching
  • Open to all courses and years

6 weeks · Cohort

Validation Sprint

A structured sprint for students with an idea. Test the problem, reach real customers and shape a first offer worth selling.

  • Customer discovery targets
  • Prototype and offer design
  • Weekly coaching and peer review

6 months · Selected teams

Incubator

The core programme. Selected ventures get workspace, a mentor team, milestone reviews and hands-on launch support.

  • Dedicated workspace at the Centre
  • Assigned mentors and advisers
  • Milestone reviews at each phase

Ongoing · Alumni

Launchpad

Support for ventures that are trading: growth clinics, company setup guidance and introductions across the UAE ecosystem.

  • Company formation guidance
  • Growth and hiring clinics
  • Ecosystem and investor introductions

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