The program will adopt a design thinking approach to help the young creative minds, build an innovative product or service and develop a business model around it through the following:

1. A guided tour around Dubai to identify and realize real-life challenges, on-campus workshops and brainstorming sessions, to elucidate key global challenges using the SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) framework.

2. Mind-mapping the challenges

3. Identify the relevant problems that are important from the perspective of societal and business impact; primary research through innovative modes of communication; secondary research, building a value proposition, target market/consumer segmentation

4. Brainstorm on possible solutions and reach convergence towards those that are commercially feasible: brainstorming feasibility analysis; costing and pricing models

5. Developing a prototype: as a piece of art/craft/content/website/app/etc.; minimum viable product-MVP

6. Develop a revenue model and conduct sensitivity analysis to incorporate risk and uncertainty

YEB consists of sessions by eminent speakers giving you insights and hands-on experience on various topics to build your entrepreneurial skills such as:

• Idea Generation USP and MVP

• New Product Cycle

• Youth Entrepreneurship

• Business Model

• 3D Printing

• Revenue Model

• Success from Failures

• Tally with Case Study

• Business Ethics (IPR) Business Law

• Industry Visit

• Business Setup in UAE

• Customer engagement and Marketing

You will also have opportunities to interact and network with BITS Pilani leadership, high achieving alumni who are Unicorn founders, mentors from Dubai SME and many more.

• Concept to Creation through 3D Printing

• Building Blocks of Robotics: ROS Basics for Young Innovators

• Your Path to Financial Freedom: Financial Literacy Essentials

• Innovating with IoT and AI: Smart Solutions for Homes and Cities

Interaction with the Student Technical Teams will offer you a sneak peek into the innovations and diverse experiences unfolding in the different domains such aerial robotics, astronomy, coding, artificial intelligence, genetics, environment sciences, risk analysis, investments and stock market trading to name a few.

Connect with the Student Social Impact Team to engage in meaningful discussions and collaborations centered around creating a positive change in our community. Discover how their initiatives are making a difference and explore ways to join forces in making the world a better place.

We have arranged visits to various destinations, including industrial sites, a Dubai tour, and incubation centers. These excursions will offer you the chance to explore sustainability from diverse perspectives, fostering new insights and inspiring unique ventures.

A vibrant blend of fun, sports and entertainment activities are designed to nourish your mind, revitalize your body, and rejuvenate your soul. From lively sports activities to creative workshops and relaxing sessions, we've curated an exciting line-up of programs to ensure that your journey with us is not only educational but also deeply enriching taking a holistic approach to experiential learning.

• Interacting with the best young minds from across the globe

• Mentoring by Founders of Start-ups by BITS Pilani Alumni

• Networking with Industry Advisors