Entrepreneurial resources
Whether you are interested in commercialising an idea either in industry or by starting your own business, there are many initiatives both inside and external to the University to support you achieve your aspirations, including a number Entrepreneurial networking groups, programmes and awards here in Scotland.
Entrepreneurial resources
At the University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Innovations (EI) - innovation management service for the University of Edinburgh
- EI Spinout Support Guide - guide to the considerations that need to be given when establishing a new company, from basic planning and intellectual property considerations to company structure, governance and documentation
In Scotland
- Saltire Fellowship Programme - scholarships, internships and leadership development programme
- Converge Challenge - company creation programme for staff, students and recent graduates of Scottish Universities and Research Institutes
- Scottish EDGE - competition aimed at identifying and supporting Scotland’s up-and-coming, innovative, high-growth potential entrepreneurial talent
- Entrepreneurial Spark - applying the principles of entrepreneurial mindset and behaviours
- Life Sciences Accelerator at Biocity - business incubators and accelerators in Scotland
Outside Scotland
- SCI Bright SCIdea Challenge - training for students who want to develop their business skills
- Biotechnology Young Entrepreneurs Scheme - scheme for those who want to develop business awareness and an understanding of entrepreneurship
- Innovation to Commercialisation of University Research (ICURe) programme - the UK's leading early stage research pre-accelerator programme that guides academics through the process of refining and validating commercial potential
- Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowships - twelve-month accelerator programme for engineering startups and spinouts
Entrepreneurial Events
At the University of Edinburgh
- Enterprise Educators UK (EEUK) - independent membership network for enterprise educators
- Student entrepreneurial boot camp - events, workshops and opportunities for students delivered by Edinburgh Innovations
- Staff resources - information to help develop your business idea
Edinburgh University Business School is involved in this Entrepreneurial Event:
- Fuck Up Night - failed projects and learning
Outside the University of Edinburgh
- Converge Challenge - workshops covering the essentials of starting a business
Entrepreneurial Networking groups
Entrepreneurial networking groups provide an opportunity to discuss your idea with seasoned entrepreneurs from a whole variety of backgrounds - invaluable when defining your business plan. You may also find you meet people through the network that can help you build your business either through investment or expertise you do not have.