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Startup accelerator workshop series 2015

Turn your good idea into a great opportunity at this five-part workshop series for postgraduate research students and staff.

The workshops are designed for anyone looking to commercialise an aspect of their research, or to explore the potential of another business idea.

Places are limited and the deadline for registration is 15 December 2014.

Over the five events, you will learn how to bring your business idea to market. Through four practical, interactive sessions and a pitching event, the sessions will enable you to:

  • Evaluate the commercial potential of your idea
  • Identify relevant competitors and how to differentiate yourself
  • Identify and prioritise your potential customers
  • Build and articulate a compelling business proposition

Event details

Dates: Wednesdays from 14th January 2015, 10am - 12pm. Location: Main Library, George Square.

For more information and to register visit the workshop webpages:

Startup accelerator workshop series 2015

A follow-on series of workshops will be delivered over six Wednesdays from 18th February to 25th March 2015 for applicants who are keen to continue building their business idea.

This series is delivered by the Institute for Academic Development and LAUNCH.ed.