Ignite 2014 – Applications now open!

Are you an ambitious researcher, engineer or scientist looking to transform an innovation and prepare it for commercial reality? Are you looking to invigorate innovation within your company, build skills and strengths in the R&D teams, maximise the potential of new ideas and revitalise business in these tough economic times?

Dates: 6 July to 11 July 2014
Location:
Cambridge Judge Business School, Cambridge, UK » 

Ignite is an intensive, one-week training programme for aspiring entrepreneurs and corporate innovators from the hi-tech and life sciences sectors. Comprised of a blend of practical teaching sessions, expert clinics, mentor sessions and advice from experienced entrepreneurs and innovators, it provides delegates with the tools, contacts and confidence to transform their ideas into successful business projects or ventures. The programme structure enables support to be tailored to fit the individual business idea and to focus on specific issues such as investment readiness, technical and market due diligence.   

 

A great track record:

This open programme has a track record of enabling the creation of many, successful ventures by alumni from across the world. A survey conducted in 2013 estimated that approximately over 170 businesses are currently up and running, more than £120 million in funding has been raised and approximately 2500+ jobs were created in the last 2 years by Ignite alumni.

 

"The programme challenged me to think outside of the box and injected entrepreneurial spirit to the project. As a result, an inside-looking, narrowly-scoped project turned into a potential new business opportunity for the company. I would strongly recommend the experience for corporate participants at all levels who are working in innovation or new product development."

Peter Suh, New Concepts Manager, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

 

"Attending the Ignite week has been a tremendous experience! The course was of great intensity and provided great insights into all the stages of the entrepreneurial process - insights which I now apply in BT Research to maximise the value of new ideas."

Gabriele Corliano, BT Research


"Ignite is, with no doubt, the best and quickest way to get educated, trained and connected on all aspects of entrepreneurship. For most of the non-business background participants, it simply opens the door to an entirely new world."

Peng Li, Research Associate
Centre for Advanced Photonics and Electronics (CAPE), Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge

 

How to apply:

There are two stages of the application process.

1. In order to secure your place(s) and take advantage of financial discounts, please book as soon as possible. Contact Frances Bycroft, Programme Manager, by email at ignite@jbs.cam.ac.uk for details.

Early Booking Discounts

·         Book by Feb 28 - 15% discount

·         Book by Mar 31 - 10% discount

·         Book by Apr 30  - 5% discount

*N.B. Discount rates are only available for those who book early and make full payment up front. Discounts are available on individual and corporate places.  For those who are supported by other funds or another organisation, we are happy to discuss the fee further.

 2. The next stage is to complete an application form which includes details of your proposed business project. Find out more and apply online »

 

Contact Us:

If you are interested in applying or would like to send delegates from your company, please get in touch with the team at the Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning, Cambridge Judge Business School. We’d be happy to arrange a face-to-face meeting or conference call to discuss the programme further.  

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Yupar Myint, Programme Director

Frances Bycroft, Programme Manager

Email:ignite@jbs.cam.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1223 7669900

Web: http://www.cfel.jbs.cam.ac.uk/programmes/ignite/index.html

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