Startup Bootcamp at University of Bath

October 27-29, 2023

Application Deadline: Monday, October 16th by 12 PM GMT-1

A 3-day bootcamp for aspiring founders to solve a problem through creating a startup.

Overview

The Chany Ventures Startup Bootcamp is a 3-day entrepreneurship education program where participants learn the principles of entrepreneurship in a fast-paced, interactive environment. The program is designed to expose individuals to entrepreneurial thinking through the ideation and creation of a mock company with “co-founders” to solve problems in their communities.

Day 1

Day 1 involves exploring problems and possible solutions through ideation exercises in teams. Teams then develop their solution through use of the Lean Canvas as if they were creating a startup.

Sunday, Oct. 29

09:00 - 15:30

Day 3

The startup idea is formed, now it’s time to pitch. Participants are taught not only how to pitch but how build a deck, tell a story, and get your point across. At the end of the day, teams will pitch in front of a panel of judges, simulating a true pitch presentation.

Day 2

Using their solution from the day prior, teams expand on their idea as a startup idea takes form. Teams learn the basics of customer discovery, market sizing and prototyping to better develop their idea. Day 2 ends in mentorship from local entrepreneurs and business leaders.

Friday, Oct. 27

16:00 - 20:00

Saturday, Oct. 28

09:00 - 18:00

Brought to you by the University of Bath Student Entrepreneurship Programme.

Problem/Solution Ideation

Engage in generative brainstorming, solution mapping and collaborate in problem/solution ideation. Get creative and ideate solutions to modern problems.

Lean Canvas

Use the Lean Canvas to conceptualize a business model by delving into topics including but not limited to competitive analysis, go-to-market strategy, and unique value propositions.

Customer Personas &
Hypotheses Statements

Learn how to understand your potential customers and design your solution with their problem in mind.

Customer Discovery

Talk to real potential customers! Engage in real-time customer discovery to get instant feedback on your solution.

Topics Covered

Prototyping

Create a low-fidelity model of your idea and learn the basics of how to convey functionality in its most simplistic form.

Pitch Deck Design &
How to Pitch

Design a custom pitch deck and learn the art of pitching.

The Startup Bootcamp strives to…

  • Foster a culture of ethical entrepreneurship in a risk-free environment.

  • Guide participants to think creatively through the lens of entrepreneurship.

  • Strengthen the ties within the entrepreneurial community through mentorship.

  • Continue participant involvement in larger entrepreneurial communities through exclusive access to the Chany Ventures Mighty Networks online community.

Participating individuals in a Chany Ventures Startup Bootcamp will leave the weekend with foundational knowledge of the topics listed above.

Additionally, they will receive mentorship from local leaders and entrepreneurs receiving expert feedback on both their ideas as well as their pitches.

FAQs

  • Not necessarily. On Day 1, participants will be guided through a series of ideation exercises individually and in groups. Teams will be formed and together, the team will determine the idea that will be used for the rest of the weekend.

    While you are encouraged to share your own ideas with your team, there is no guarantee you will be able to work on your idea.

    We encourage you to apply the learnings and resources you take from this bootcamp to your own business idea.

  • No. This bootcamp is designed for participants to work together as a group or “co-founders” to better simulate a true startup creation experience.

  • No. Although you will be pitching in front of a panel of judges at the end of the bootcamp, you will not be pitching for a prize. Judges are meant to give you feedback and insight into your idea and presentation style.

  • Yes. While we can make exceptions for a few missed hours, it is crucial that you attend the entire bootcamp.

    Please indicate on your application if you will need to miss any part of the bootcamp.