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    Entrepreneurship Academy 2024 - HKU TEC

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    Perplexity · I want to start my own company after university. What should I look for in an entrepreneurship program in HONG KONG?

    Sep 30, 2026, 10:23 AM UTC

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    Homepage - Saint Too Bloom Academy

    Published: 2026-08-14 | Last Updated: 2026-09-24

    The First School of Entrepreneurship in Hong Kong ... Bloom unleashes the potential of each learner. We teach entrepreneurial thinking and inspire purposeful action. Our team of world-class educators, innovators, and collaborative partners challenge students to own their learning, care about their communities, and make meaningful impact. ... With a forward-looking perspective, Bloom equips our students to navigate the complexities of the modern world through experiential learning, character development, and the practical application of STEM and 21st century skills, preparing students for the future of work and ultimately empowering them to create and implement solutions for sustainable change. With vision, values, and veteran educators, the Saint Too Bloom Academy merges entrepreneurship and vocational learning with intellectual cultivation. ... Bloom’s signature STEM and 21st century studio program allows students to visit state-of-the-art companies such as InnoX Academy and connect with research institutes from China like ShenZhen University and TsingHua University  as well as the West like Harvard and MIT. Students get to see the latest trends and learn and work with industry experts. ... Students will be able to conceptualise and establish their own company is starting in G7. They will formulate to go-to-market strategy with one-on-one coaching with industry experts. ... Our Head of School and expert team are experienced with helping students achieve outstanding college admissions results. Our students learn directly from real-world industry experts (including a former NASA engineer, a Hollywood media creative, a PhD archaeology researcher) and passionate innovators who help identify and cultivate their interests and potential. ... They will receive internship opportunities in Chinese companies and work on projects with Suzhou International School. ... At Bloom, we instill good values through regular SEL learning and a focus on character development and wellbeing, we teach human-centered design, and we delve into how and why people are creating new solutions and tools to solve systemic problems that impact everything from the environment to the economy. That said, fluency and proficiency in digital and tech skills are indispensable to 21st-century innovation and our project-based learning has four target areas that underpin future development and bear high potential in the GBA: biotechnology, data science and AI technology, game design, and urban planning. Through these pathways we introduce important STEM knowledge and skills, including how teams work, how organizations identify opportunities and build resilience, and we give relevant contexts for application of learning. Learning through doing is key. Bloom students have field trips, internships, the Entrepreneurship Program, and many opportunities to create their own products of change in our own Makerspace. ... At Bloom, we keep a close eye on macro changes and the latest research to give our students future-ready skills. An integral way we do so is through our Entrepreneurship Program which is research-based and powered by the CoCoon Foundation with its extensive network of startups and entrepreneurs. From company visits to corporate challenges, from learning how successful organizations are built to how they are led and sustained, and from exposure to the diverse range of problems innovators are trying to tackle to the inspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers who are willing to share their personal experiences. In addition to the Entrepreneurship Program, we offer career counseling, internships, research opportunities, and weekly field trip to stimulate and motivate students to envision their own futures and work hard to bring their dreams and ideas to life.

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    Entrepreneurship Academy 2025 - HKU TEC

    Published: 2026-07-22 | Last Updated: 2026-09-27

    Entrepreneurship Academy is a 10-week training program designed to enhance your entrepreneurial skills. EA invites speakers from the industry, venture capitalists, startup founders and domain experts, to share their experiences on global trends, heated topics and strategies for market development. It is also a great opportunity to interact with like-minded people and get to know the resources available at HKU and the wider startup ecosystem in HK. Entrepreneurship Academy is a non-degree programme offered by HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core. Participants who attend 7 or more physical sessions will receive certificates of attendance. Building on this foundation, the 2025 Cohort (EA2025) delivered a high-impact curriculum through strategic collaborations with MiraclePlus, HKSTP, and the HKU Faculty of Science. This milestone edition brought together prominent global visionaries, featuring masterclasses by MiraclePlus Founder Dr. Lu Qi, Nex Co-Founder David Lee, and Race Capital General Partner Edith Yeung. Throughout the 10 weeks, participants gained actionable, real-world insights into critical startup stages, including early-stage user research, go-to-market strategies, team equity design, and essential fundraising mechanics. The program culminated in an exclusive interactive Silicon Valley VC panel and the HKSTP Techathon+ Mixer, providing students with direct, valuable pathways into the wider innovation ecosystem. ... This lecture will analyse the three main reasons why young people consider entrepreneurship. It will explain methodologies and share vivid case studies on finding startup opportunities and ideas, providing guidance and inspiration for those looking to start their own businesses. ... This lecture would talk about how conducting early-stage user research to meet the real needs and to build the product based on founder insights. ... This lecture will cover the initial steps of commercialisation. This includes the essence of commercialisation, how to find your first customers, strategies for pricing your product, and actionable steps to start selling. ... This lecture will guide you through the journey of raising your first round of funding. Topics include who should be in charge of fundraising, how to assess your readiness for investment, identifying the right type of investors, preparing for and persuading investors, and how to spend the raised capital wisely ... This lecture addresses crucial early-stage questions like finding co-founders and distributing equity, helping to resolve common challenges in building a founding team. ... This lecture will cover the entire process of building a great startup company, focusing on key aspects such as finding the right direction, building a great team, creating a great product, and ensuring strong execution.

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    Introduction

    Last Updated: 2026-05-21

    for UG students from ALL faculties ... Knowledge of entrepreneurship Insights into forming business from technological innovation & customer need How to produce investment and business proposals Pitching skills for fundraising BUT YOU LACK... GOOD SKILL SETS / IDEAS / PRODUCTS / TEAMMATES / MENTORS / BUSINESS NETWORKS / PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES It is anticipated that students from different faculty will form their own startup companies upon completion of this minor program. MINOR PROGRAM in SCIENCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP for UG students (max 20) from ALL faculties ... To equip students to set up more viable business ventures Training students with in-house experienced faculty and external professional trainers Teaching students essentials of business venture with real cases and startup founders Assisting students to build their business ventures starting by writing business plans and investment proposals in the final 6 credits bearing course ENTR4999 “Entrepreneurship Project” ... Structure of the Minor Program Course 3 ENTR3001 Science-based Innovation Development Course 4 ENTR3002 Customer Analysis and Strategic Marketing Phase 2 Forming the business Develop business from technology Develop business from market need Target achievement: • Identify business potential • Write business plan, investment proposal & government funding application Course 1 IIMT1611 Principles of Technology Entrepreneurship Course 2 ENTR2001 Professional and Leadership Development Phase 1 Learning the fundamentals Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship Soft skills of Entrepreneurship Target achievement: • Get familiar with entrepreneurship environment • Understand those essential soft skills for running a startup Course 5 ENTR4966 Entrepreneurship Internship Phase 3 Practice with a real startup Practice with a real startup Target achievement: • Work on a specific ... Course 6 ENTR4999 Entrepreneurship Project Phase 4 Prepare own startup Set up a startup venture Target achievement: • Prepare a detail business plan and investment proposal that are ready for fund raising purpose ... the fundamental aspects of launching a technology entrepreneurial venture to complement the research and development activities in science and technology common practices in venture development process such as opportunity identification and verification, to technology transfer and commercialization topics on legal subjects, e.g. intellectual properties & patent laws, and simple financing & strategic approach in the business plan…etc. ... Target achievement: • Understand key points for business setup • Write business plan, investment proposal & government fund application form • Identify new business areas for exponential growth possibility ... • Prepare a detail business plan and investment proposal that ... Produce a detail business plan and an investment proposal that are ready for pitching and fund raising ... Complete 6 courses in order to get the minor

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    HKU Is Developing Asia’s Next Generation Of MBA Entrepreneurs - HKU MBA

    Last Updated: 2026-01-17

    Ranked number one in Asia for seven consecutive years by the Economist, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) runs a unique five-month ideas incubation program for its budding MBA entrepreneurs. HKU’s Business Lab elective takes students through the entire entrepreneurial journey, from idea conception to launch. Through a series of case studies delivered by industry experts, MBA students apply their learnings to develop real business ideas in a risk-free, supportive environment. At the end of the five months, MBA students present their business plans to a panel of industry experts and venture capitalists, who can help take their startup ideas to the next level. ... On the Business Lab… It’s a unique program. You form a team and spend a couple of weeks pitching ideas to each other until one sticks. ... Business Lab gave us the platform to pitch our ideas, see what works, and become exposed to different trends in the world of entrepreneurship. ... The connections are the main thing. The class is really immersive into the Hong Kong startup world, with very high-level speakers from many different fields. Finance, the incubation process, pitching, really every possible topic that is related to the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Hong Kong was covered. ... The HKU MBA puts very different ideas into your head about how you should run your life and manage your career, about the mindset of networking and using the MBA as a platform to promote yourself, promote your brand and meet as many people as you can. That’s what Hong Kong is really good for. It’s a compact place and you can meet a lot of influential people quite easily. ... On the Business Lab… When interviewing for the program, the Business Lab stood out because I could work on building a business from scratch. Each class handles each part of the entrepreneurship journey; from coming up with ideas, to finding a team, to how the business plan is built, the financials, marketing, application, diversification, growth and pitching. ... On choosing the HKU MBA… The program was tailor-made for me to develop my skillsets across different areas. I could choose 10 electives. So I could choose the direction I wanted. The HKU MBA is an intensive, 14-month program. For me, it was vital that I wasn’t out of the job market for too long. Hong Kong is also very supportive for entrepreneurs. It’s one of the easiest places to set up a business anywhere in the world. If you have the right idea, there’s a lot of funding available.

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    HKUST x HKSTP Co-ideation Program | Entrepreneurship Center

    Last Updated: 2026-09-22

    The HKUST x HKSTP Co-Ideation Program is an entrepreneurship supporting program collaborated between the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), aiming to turn your brilliant ideas into reality and begin your entrepreneurial journey. Learn the fundamental skills you need to kickstart your business idea. We provide all-round support like designing your business model, focusing on market validation and your technology edge. We guide you every step of the way, to fine-tune your ideas for technical development. We also provide mentor for business advice. Through the program, startups receive financial support, training and a streamlined path to HKSTP's Incubation program.

    Program offers

    • Seed funding: Up to HK$100,000 financial grant
    • Coaching: Guidance from HKUST advisors and connect to Mentorship Network
    • Training: Topics includes Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem, Business modelling, Pitching and investment etc.
    • Potential to bridging programs: Prepare for HKSTP incubation admission

    Program Period

    • 6-month program
    • 3 milestones for teams to achieve (Silver Badge, Gold Badge, Platinum Badge)

    ... We’re looking to cultivate the next generation of entrepreneurs. You are welcome to join Ideation Program​ if you:

    • The team must contain at least one HKUST member (current students, alumni, faculty and staff) AND
    • Have an innovative idea supported by R&D and business planning AND
    • Are a HKID holder aged 18 and above, OR
    • Have a limited company* incorporated in Hong Kong for less than 2 years by the application start date, OR
    • Individual and team applications are both accepted.

    (must incorporate a limited company in Hong Kong before the assessment submission of 2nd milestone) Remarks:

    1. The HKUST member(s) must hold at least 10% ownership in the proposed company.
    2. Main applicant needs to be one of the shareholder in the proposed company.

    Please note that if you (and any of your team members) are currently joining, or having shareholding in any pre-incubation program or Incubation program, including but not limited to HKSTP Ideation, HKSTP incubation, Cyberport CCMF/CUPP, Cyberport Incubation will not be able to join the program. ... Please submit the following documents via the Online Application Form ( HERE ) with the following documents:

    • Application form ( HERE)
    • Pitch Deck for the assessment with reference to the 5-10 pages Pitch Deck Guideline ( HERE )
    • Link of zoom video recording (3-5 mins) with reference to the Video Guide ( HERE )
    • BR, CI, AOA and NNC1 (if any)

    ... The Co-ideation Program admits 2 cohorts per year. Details of the upcoming cohort are as follows: Cohort UST27-10 (2027 Intake) Application deadline:   September 20, 2026 Panel Assessment: Oct - Nov 2026 Result Announcement: November 30, 2026 Program Start Date: Feb 1, 2027

    • Detailed application schedule will be shared with applicants after application submission.

    Enquiry: coideation@ust.hk

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    Investment as Entrepreneurs

    Published: 2026-04-16 | Last Updated: 2026-09-25

    This webpage sets out the entry arrangement for persons who wish to enter/stay in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (hereafter “HKSAR”) for investment as entrepreneurs under the General Employment Policy (hereafter “GEP”), i.e. to establish or join in business in the HKSAR. ... An application for a visa/entry permit to enter the HKSAR for investment as entrepreneur may be favourably considered if: |a.|there is no security objection and no known record of serious crime in respect of the applicant;|there is no security objection and no known record of serious crime in respect of the applicant;| ... |b.|the applicant has a good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, but in special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities and/or relevant experience and achievements supported by documentary evidence may also be accepted; and|the applicant has a good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, but in special circumstances, good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities and/or relevant experience and achievements supported by documentary evidence may also be accepted; and| |c.|(i)|the applicant is in a position to make substantial contribution to the economy of the HKSAR, with consideration factors including, but not limited to, business plan, business turnover, financial resources, investment sum, number of jobs created locally and introduction of new technology or skills. Details of these consideration factors are as follows: 1. Business Plan An applicant who wishes to establish or join in business in Hong Kong should submit a three-year business plan stating the nature of the business, market analysis, market positioning, business direction, sales targets, product marketing strategy, etc. in order to demonstrate that the business is suitable for and capable of developing in Hong Kong. The applicant should also submit a three-year forecast of the profit-and-loss account statement, cash flow statement and balance sheet to demonstrate the feasibility of the business in terms of operation, finances and development. The Immigration Department (hereafter “the ImmD”) will seek advice, if needed, from relevant government departments or professional bodies on the applicant’s business plan in order to assess whether the business supports Hong Kong’s overall economic development. For example, the ImmD may consider whether the applicant’s business belongs to or is able to complement industries that Hong Kong enjoys clear advantages, such as the four traditional pillar industries (i.e. trading and logistics, tourism, financial services, and professional and producer services) or the four clusters of sectors being explored for support measures by the Economic Development Commission (i.e. transportation, convention and exhibition industries and tourism, manufacturing industries, innovative technology and cultural and creative industries, and professional services), etc.

    1. Business Turnover If the applicant is running relevant business overseas or has joined in a business in Hong Kong, he/she should submit the profit-and-loss account statement and balance sheet showing the business turnover and profit in the previous year.

    Those who intend to establish business in Hong Kong should submit a three-year forecast of profit-and-loss account statement and balance sheet as mentioned above, including the anticipated business turnover in order to demonstrate the feasibility of the business operation and development. In assessing an application for entry for investment to establish business in Hong Kong, the ImmD will also consider whether the applicant has relevant investment or working experience in the business concerned. If needed, the ImmD will seek advice from relevant government departments or professional bodies in order to assess whether the business is suitable for and able to sustain a steady growth in Hong Kong, and can give impetus to the industry concerned.

    1. Financial Resources The applicant should submit statements of his/her personal and company bank accounts in the previous year and proof of other sources of funding, as well as the company’s latest audited financial report (if any) to demonstrate that he/she has sufficient financial resources to run the relevant business in Hong Kong and also support the smooth operation and sustainable growth of the business.
    2. Investment Sum The applicant should submit documentary proof showing the amount of capital investment in Hong Kong.

    The ImmD will consider whether the investment amount is able to support the operation of the business.

    1. Number of Jobs Created Locally The applicant should set out the organisational structure of his/her business and the required number of staff and posts, based on the nature and scale of the business.

    He/She should indicate the number and level of actual jobs created locally (e.g. managers, administrators, professionals, clerical support staff, etc.).

    1. Introduction of New Technology or Skills (if applicable) The applicant should explain how the new technology or skills to be introduced can inspire creativity in the high-value-added industries in Hong Kong, and whether he/she has taken out patent, contributing to the long-term development of Hong Kong as a knowledge-based economy.|

    |(ii)|Start-up Businesses An applicant who wishes to establish or join in a start-up business may also submit an application. The ImmD may consider the application favourably, if the start-up business concerned is supported by a government-backed programme with a rigorous vetting and selection process, and the applicant is the proprietor or partner of the start-up company or a key researcher of the relevant project. Examples of government-backed programmes include: 1. StartmeupHK Venture Programme administered by InvestHK; 2. Incu-App, Incu-Bio and Incu-Tech programmes administered by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation; 3. Cyberport Incubation Programme; 4. Enterprise Support Scheme administered by the Innovation and Technology Commission; and 5. Design Incubation Programme administered by the Hong Kong Design Centre.| | ... To apply for entry for investment, the applicant must nominate a local sponsor, who can either sponsor the applicant as a company or an individual. If the sponsor is an individual, he/she should be:

    1. of the age of 18 or above;
    2. a bona fide Hong Kong resident; and

    ... |The applicant's recent photograph| |The applicant's valid travel document containing personal particulars, date of issue, date of expiry and/or details of any re-entry visa held (if applicable). For an applicant who is currently staying in the HKSAR, his/her travel document page containing the latest arrival stamp/landing slip/extension of stay label in the HKSAR and the latest issued “e-Visa” (if applicable).| |The applicant's Hong Kong identity card (if any)| |Proof of academic qualifications and relevant work experience| |Proof of the applicant’s financial standing (e.g. bank statements)| |The company's employment contract with or letter of appointment to the applicant containing information about post, salary, other fringe benefits and employment period (if applicable)| |Detailed three-year investment plan which contains details of proposed business activities, amount of investment, creation of local job posts, setting up of an office/showroom/warehouse, etc.| |Proof of company’s business activities such as contracts, invoices or proof of business deals under negotiation (if applicable)| |Proof of the company’s financial standing (e.g. latest audited financial report, trading profit and loss account, or profits tax return)| ... |Business Registration Certificate and business registration particulars e.g. Inland Revenue Department Form 1(a)/Form 1(c) [if the applicant has invested in the HKSAR]| ... Persons admitted for investment as entrepreneurs (to establish or join in business) under the GEP will normally be granted an initial stay of 36 months on employment condition upon entry.

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    Entrepreneurship Academy 2024 - HKU TEC

    Published: 2026-07-22 | Last Updated: 2026-09-23

    Entrepreneurship Academy is a 10-week training program designed to enhance your entrepreneurial skills. EA invites speakers from the industry, venture capitalists, startup founders and domain experts, to share their experiences on global trends, heated topics and strategies for market development. It is also a great opportunity to interact with like-minded people and get to know the resources available at HKU and the wider startup ecosystem in HK. Entrepreneurship Academy is a non-degree programme offered by HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core. Participants who attend 7 or more physical sessions will receive certificates of attendance. ... Over the 10-week program, participants explored core entrepreneurial pillars such as finding product-market fit, navigating early team dynamics, building intellectual property strategies, and leveraging smart city technology. The program concluded with a forward-looking preparation session for Techathon+ 2025, connecting aspiring student founders with essential ecosystem pathways and strategic networks. ... In this session, you can expect to learn about the best time to start a business, overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship, and strategies for building a strong startup team. ... This seminar will explore the fundamental concepts behind patent law, exploring what are the requirements needed in order to obtain an issued patent, and what strategic considerations to take when building a patent portfolio. We will briefly touch upon the differences between patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. We will also discuss how to develop a strong IP strategy and portfolio, why proper inventorship is important, how publications can impact a patent, and common mistakes that inventors make when pursuing patent rights. ... Dr. Lu Qi, Founder and CEO of MiraclePlus, analyses three major reasons why young people should consider entrepreneurship. Explains the methodology for identifying entrepreneurial opportunities and ideas, and provides vivid examples. This offers young people reference and inspiration for choosing and embarking on the path of entrepreneurship.

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    Entrepreneurship Programmes - kto.cuhk.edu.hk

    Published: 2024-10-23 | Last Updated: 2026-09-09

    a. Current students from any tertiary institutions in Hong Kong or overseas with Hong Kong right to abode b. Former students who were awarded diplomas or degrees by any tertiary institutions in Hong Kong or overseas within 3 years from graduation c. Individuals aged between 18 to 35 with Hong Kong right to abode with an undergraduate or higher academic qualification(s) At least 50% of the members must meet criteria a/b ... Your social venture plan may address any local, national, regional, or global social need. For example, you may address problems faced by senior citizens, medical patients, youth or new immigrants. The plan may address problems of poverty, healthcare, education, the environment, information and communication technology, social services, agriculture, distribution or manufacturing. The proposed social venture model should contain at least the double bottom line, that is, a sustainable financial return and a distinguished social mission. Environmental neutrality is the third bottom line that is always welcome. It does not need to be technology related.

    1. ## Is it compulsory to have Faculty Advisor?

    ... Yes, it is compulsory. If you have graduated, you may find your previous professor / lecturer / instructor as your Faculty Advisor. The faculty advisor serves to confirm the eligibility of the team members and the integrity of their business plan. Ideally they should be a teaching staff (e.g. Professor, lecturer, instructor, etc.) of the tertiary institution, who may advise the team on idea inception, venture plan development, conducting market research, recruiting strategic partners, etc.

    1. ## If my team won HKSEC, will we get HK$300,000 Startup Award money in one go?

    Each winning team will be assigned a Principal Mentor who will monitor the progress of the team. Startup Award money will be given to individual team members upon completion of milestones agreed by Principal Mentors and teams. Each member of the two Champion Teams will receive a Startup Award of $75,000, while members of the 1st Runner-up Teams will receive $37,500 each. ...

    1. On Innoport 1.

    ... InnoPort welcomes CUHK members engaging in innovative and entrepreneurial activities. Funded teams and students endorsed by the following units are currently eligible!

    • PI Centre
    • Minor Programme in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (EPIN)
    • Center for Entrepreneurship (CfE)
    • Centre for Innovation and Technology (CINTEC)
    • I‧CARE Centre for Whole-person Development (I-CARE) Yunus Social Business Centre@CUHK

    ... Please contact your affiliated unit for details. ...

    1. On KPF Schemes 1.

    ... We group projects under 7 main categories, but you are free to propose your own – we look forward to your new and innovative ideas!

    • Culture & Heritage - Promoting and preserving local culture and heritage
    • Good Health & Well-being - Ensuring healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
    • Gender Equality - Achieving gender equality and empower all women and girls
    • No Poverty - Ending poverty in all its forms everywhere
    • Quality Education - Innovating means for education and learning
    • Reduced Inequality - Reducing inequality in Hong Kong irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status
    • Sustainable Cities &; Communities - Making our city and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

    ... From our experience, other than having a strong cause, successful projects often have plans on recruiting participants or disseminating results to their target audience early on. We encourage you to identify people or organisations that can help achieve your desired outcomes in the planning stage. An example would be a well-established partnership with an organisation having access to your target beneficiaries. Another example would be engaging a team member with successful track record in disseminating project progress via social media. ...

    1. On PI Programme 1.

    ... YES! However, the team’s principal applicant should be a current student from CUHK, with a valid student status at the point of application.

    1. ## We have ideas and projects related to entrepreneurship, but we don’t have a business background, can we still apply?

    YES! PI Centre was stablished to nurture young entrepreneurs regardless of educational background. It provides professional training and workshops such as marketing, accounting and legal information, etc to equip you and your teams with the essential skills to start a business.

    1. ## Our team has already established as a company with Business Registration, can we apply?

    NO! Sorry, only individuals or teams under the status of incubation can apply for PI Centre.

    1. ## I am graduating within a year, can I still apply?

    YES! Students graduating within the incubation period will retain their PI Team status upon approval by PI Centre Management.

    1. ## PI Centre sounds interesting, is that any open day so that I can learn more about it?

    Information sessions are always held before our recruitment deadlines, please drop by and learn more! ... Please stay tuned to PI Centre news and announcement. Recruitment takes place around every 6 months. Meanwhile, you may attend our workshops to prepare yourself as well as your application. ...

    1. On S-KPF Schemes 1.

    ... Any staff with social entrepreneurial mindset who aims to tackle social problems with research expertise, creativity and sustainable business solutions.

    1. ## What is a social enterprise?

    A social enterprise can be defined as any business that targets a specific social mission. “Double Bottom Line” is often used to describe the unique nature of social enterprise which seeks balance between purpose and profit. Unlike ordinary social services, a social enterprise has a clear business model and needs to be self-sustainable. Yet, unlike an ordinary business entity, a social enterprise is driven by its social mission and strives to make impact in the society.

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    SME Link - Startups

    Last Updated: 2026-09-28

    Any person carrying on a business in Hong Kong shall apply for business registration within one month of the commencement of such business. ... Any person that wishes to incorporate a company under the Companies Ordinance, Chapter 622, Laws of Hong Kong, e.g. a private company limited by shares, can apply to the Registrar of Companies. Upon approval of an application for company incorporation, the Certificate of Incorporation and the Business Registration Certificate will be issued to the applicant in one go. ... Applicants may lodge application in paper form or online via the Companies Registry's e-Services Portal This link will open in a new window. ... For information on government licences, permits, certificates and approvals relevant to business operations in Hong Kong, please use the Business Licence Information Service (BLIS) This link will open in a new window provided by Support and Consultation Centre for Small and Medium Enterprises (SUCCESS). ... Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) published the Guide to Doing Business in Hong Kong This link will open in a new window and Hong Kong Industry Profiles This link will open in a new window to provide the overview of doing business in Hong Kong, including set up company, listing in Hong Kong, tax system, import and export requirements, and preventing corruption. ... The SME supportive programme This link will open in a new window offered by the HKTDC provides a variety of services to assist SMEs in the challenging business path. ... StartmeupHKThis link will open in a new window is an initiative by InvestHK aimed at helping founders of innovative and scalable startups from overseas to set up or expand in Hong Kong. Services provided include providing information about the startup ecosystem in Hong Kong, connecting people to the startup community, hosting startup events and helping to foster a positive environment for startups to thrive. ... Cyberport Creative Micro Fund (CCMF) This link will open in a new window encourages innovation, creativity and commitment to grow. The programme sponsors high potential digital tech projects and early-stage start-ups with financial assistance and a comprehensive nurturing system to facilitate development in a pre-incubation stage. In general, CCMF accepts individual and company application. Individual applicant must be HKID card holder, company applicant is limited company registered and incorporated in Hong Kong. There are four sub-programmes under the scheme. Each sub-programme, supported by CCMF, is designed to distribute resources among different target groups to achieve its objectives. All sub-programmes have Individual Application and Company Application. ... Cyberport Incubation Programme (CIP) This link will open in a new window supports entrepreneurs and start-ups with resources that aim to accelerate their growth. In addition to a range of business and professional services, incubatees get up to HKD$500,000 support over 24 months. Incubatees can participate in the programme on-site at Cyberport, or off-site at their own premises. Cyberport also provides incubatees with a comprehensive platform to foster success for digital tech entrepreneurs. ... Fully funded by the Hong Kong SAR Government and managed by the Hong Kong Design Centre, Design Incubation Programme (DIP) This link will open in a new window offers financial assistance and incubation services to design start-ups over a two-year incubation period to enhance their competitiveness at the early stage of development by helping them build up business network, publicise products and conduct market promotions. ... Fully funded by the Hong Kong SAR Government and administered by the Hong Kong Design Centre, Fashion Incubation Programme (FIP) This link will open in a new window is a dedicated incubation programme for up-and-coming fashion designers. Through the two-year programme, each incubatee would be offered ample opportunities to expand their creative potential and advance their fashion entrepreneurship through projects and collaboration, and enhance their industry intelligence and resourcefulness through continuous learning and networking occasions to explore and cultivate future business opportunities. ... Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Greater Bay Area)This link will open in a new window subsidises Hong Kong Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) to organise youth entrepreneurial programmes and offer entrepreneurial support and incubation services, as well as start-up capital to Hong Kong young people. ... HKSTP Incubation Programme This link will open in a new window helps technology startups develop their first solutions from early stage technical builds, market exploration and business development. This 3-year programme offers comprehensive services including funding and R&D support, mentorship, and investor matching. ... HKSTP Incu-Bio Programme This link will open in a new window provides biomedical startups with the best business support, investment opportunities, connections to HKSTP's biomedical ecosystem, lab facilities and financial aid to enable them to turn their R&D into life-changing solutions. ... The SPIN@HSITP Programme This link will open in a new window aims to support innovative entrepreneurs to take the first step in their venture. This programme focuses on nurturing entrepreneurs dedicated to technology R&D, providing seed funding alongside comprehensive startup support to encourage them in turning promising concepts into viable business plans. ... The IGNITE@HSITP Programme This link will open in a new window provides funding and comprehensive support to startups, aiming to commercialise their research outcomes. ... The GAS@HSITP Programme This link will open in a new window is designed to support high-potential technology and innovation start-ups experiencing rapid growth. It offers financial assistance and expert professional services to help businesses expand and scale their market presence swiftly. ... Start-up Express This link will open in a new window is Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)'s highly curated start-up development programme that targets start-ups offering innovative and tech products or solutions, as well as with strong desire to enter the international market. The programme aims to assist local start-ups in building capability and connections, exploring markets, seeking business and funding partners, and enhancing brand awareness. ... STEM Internship Scheme This link will open in a new window aims to encourage STEM (refers to the academic disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) students to gain innovation and technology (I&T)-related work experience during their studies and to foster their interest in pursuing a career in I&T after graduation, so as to enlarge the local I&T talent pool. The Scheme provides allowance for undergraduates and postgraduates taking full‑time STEM-related programmes in designated local universities to enrol in short-term internships. ... The Government partners with the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited (Cyberport) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) to provide internship placements at start-ups for young people every year, with a view to fostering their interest in pursuing a career in innovation and technology (I&T) and nurturing talent for the industry in support of Hong Kong's overall direction of promoting I&T development. ... The Government provides over 70 funding schemes with different funding scopes, amounts and requirements to promote and support the development of enterprises and industries in Hong Kong. ... InnoPreneur Network This link will open in a new window is an initiative by Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) which aims at providing a one-stop platform for SMEs and startups to exchange on new technology applications, industry pain points or innovative ideas and entrepreneurial stories. Within the Network, HKPC will hold regular forums with a technology focus on different industries to generate new insights, foster a network and learn culture, and develop new business opportunities. ... Inno Space provides support to startups and inventors by translating their innovative ideas into industrial designs, prototypes and products so they can turn concepts into reality. ... "Startup" section This link will open in a new window of youth.gov.hk (YP) covers practical information ranging from topical stories on entrepreneurship to relevant activities for young entrepreneurs.

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    How and Where to Find Startup Accelerator Programs ...

    Published: 2025-08-14 | Last Updated: 2025-09-22

    Regional authorities have special conditions regarding taxes and aids, which is why many successful companies are based in HK. ... Considering that this industry is booming, the authorities have also increased the number of incubation and acceleration programs that startups use. ... StartmeupHK is a program designed by InvestHK. Its goal is to help founders of innovative and scalable startups from abroad set up or expand in Hong Kong. This program offers services that range from providing information about the startup ecosystem in Hong Kong, connecting people to the startup community, hosting startup events and helping to foster a positive environment for these companies to grow. ... These two are major government-supported programs that can help fresh entrepreneurs kick off their organizations. ... Cyberport Incubation Program supports entrepreneurs and start-ups by providing resources meant to accelerate the company growth. This program offers a range of business and professional services, like providing incubatees with up to HK$500,000 support over a period of 24 months. All of the participants (incubatees) can be a part of the program at the Cyberport headquarters. However, they can also take part from their own premises. ... All successful applicants enjoy the following program benefits:

    • Up to HK$500,000 financial assistance including:
    • HK$100,000 Initial Working Capital Grant
    • Up to HK$200,000 grant to be allocated upon the completion of Six-monthly Progress Reviews
    • Up to HK$200,000 for Performance-driven 2-Tiered Assessment, covering the areas of:
    • Business performance
    • Accumulated investment raised
    • Industrial recognition
    • Overseas or Mainland China expansion
    • Talents development
    • Cyberport engagement
    • Rent-free working space (only for participants who want to work on-site at Cyberport).
    • Free use of Cyberport shared meeting rooms, conference rooms, co-working spaces, and other facilities.
    • Meetings with entrepreneurs and investors, and networking opportunities.

    ... Betatron is a startup investment firm and accelerator program which invests up to US$500,000 into about 15 to 20 startups every year. This firm runs a four-month acceleration program that focuses on helping each startup raise its next funding round and accelerating business growth. The program is based in Hong Kong but only requires physical attendance for a total of 3 two-week periods. ...

    University programs

    Various universities offer incubation programs and funding schemes for startups and new entrepreneurs. In general, most colleges and universities fund themselves through a mixture of state and local support, tuition, and revenue that comes from donations, land grants, and so on. ... PolyU Micro Fund Scheme provides a seed fund of HK$120,000 per project. This scheme also guarantees pre-incubation support to students/graduates who wish to turn their ideas into proper startups. To apply for a chance to win the support of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, a team has to have at least one student or alumni of PolyU, HKCC or SPEED as the Principal Applicant. All commercially viable ideas with social or industrial impact are welcome. If the team has no registered company, it shall be registered within 24 months of the application deadline. The support comes in two shapes:

    • For finalists
    • For awardees

    Finalists get to enjoy the prototyping support of up to HK$5,000 per project, workspace at PolyU InnoHub, and cloud service support of up to US$9,280 per project. When it comes to awardees, they shall enjoy a seed fund of up to HK$120,000, admission to HKSTP Incubation, and pre-incubation support (training, workshops, business clinic, etc.). ... HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (TEC) was established in 2022 to coordinate entrepreneurship resources and facilitate research driven startup initiatives. iDendron is now part of HKU TEC and to serve as an entrepreneur community hub. ... According to its website, the mission includes:

    • To drive HKU’s entrepreneurship plans and effort moving forward
    • To consolidate related resources on campus and act as a focal point for students, professors and external partners
    • To coordinate or organize activities for encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, educating entrepreneurial mindset, and nurturing tech ventures out of research outputs
    • And, to play an important role in connecting with the industry and global entrepreneurship ecosystem

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