The Entrepreneurial Mindset Boot Camp is the first module in a program offered by CERI – an interactive 2-day course focused on experiential learning. CERI – the Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation is an independent, not-for-profit organisation based in Nedlands, Western Australia. Established in 2015 by Charlie Bass, CERI’s purpose is to work with local researchers and assist them to develop entrepreneurial skills and to take them through the Innovation Process, with the goal of enabling them to establish a startup company.
The mindset boot camp is based on an international program* designed to empower and inspire entrepreneurs on their innovation journey, by immersing them in real-world entrepreneurial experiences and changing their way of thinking.
Wrays’ team member, Albert Ferraloro, had the pleasure of participating and ‘living like the locals’ at the first boot-camp in the series and described it as:
A wonderful opportunity to gain some valuable insight into how entrepreneurs think and behave, and to interact with a group of very clever folk who will undoubtedly go on to do some great things. Experiencing how a business lean canvas comes together for a real solution instead of operating around the fringes of one was also very enlightening and greatly enjoyed.
Who should apply?
- University students at a postgraduate level (Honours, Masters, including MBA) and PhD candidates
- Post docs, researchers and academics (at any stage in your career)
- University professional staff who support commercialisation or manage research teams
- Industry and business professionals interested in supporting or mentoring startups
Program outcomes
Upon completing the boot camp you will have:
- A fresh understanding of entrepreneurial attitudes, behaviours and skills
- An ability to identify social and situational factors that encourage or inhibit entrepreneurial behaviour
- Developed you ability to identify, evaluate and validate opportunities in ambiguous, real-world circumstances
- Met and interacted with entrepreneurs who will provide critical guidance and ongoing support
- Engaged with like-minded people, including CERI startup teams who are taking their research into real world enterprises
- Become part of the CERI community which connects you to a network of researchers, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, investors, support services and mentors
- The opportunity to attend Module Two: Concept to Creation, a 14-week program designed to take you through the steps you need to know to take your research from concept to commercialisation. The Boot Camp is a prerequisite for Module Two
EVENT DETAILS
When
The module includes a two-hour introductory session and the two day boot camp:
Tuesday 6 March (4.30-6.30pm) | Monday 12 & Tuesday 13 March (8.30am-6.30pm)
Tuesday 1 May (4.30-6.30pm) | Monday 7 & Tuesday 8 May (8.30am-6.30pm)
Tuesday 19 June (4.30-6.30pm) | Monday 25 & Tuesday 26 June (8.30am-6.30pm)
Discover more
Click here to apply or learn more about the program.