This second week includes topics focused on technology entrepreneurship, such as basic and fundamental aspects of software development and e-market place, proof of concepts design and testing, typical pitfalls of start-up company and so on. The aim is to provide you practical knowledge necessary to advance in your start up process and becoming an entrepreneur. 

This week also includes as testimonials the success stories of female students and women entrepreneurs in STEM sectors, sharing their knowledge, experiences, and suggestions to succeed in developing a business. Moreover, at the end of the week, a learning scenario is proposed with the aim of stimulating your reflections and exchange with other participants to support you in taking home your very own idea for your start-up company. 

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

If you actively participate in this week, you will be able to:

  • Recall the main concepts of prototype-based design
  • Name success factors of real-world tech startups lead by women
  • Demonstrate understanding of the proof-of-concept prototyping and the context of product design
  • Compare your business case against real world examples of successful startups