Venture Lab Bootcamp

Experience entrepreneurship like never before: a hands-on 10-day international program!

Are you eager to explore entrepreneurship but don’t yet have a business idea? Our 10-day action-based entrepreneurship program is designed to take you from problem identification to a validated prototype, all while immersing you in a vibrant startup ecosystem. This hands-on experience combines real-world challenges, expert mentoring, rapid prototyping, and market testing, culminating in an exclusive visit to Vivatech Paris—Europe’s largest innovation and tech event.

Denis Gallot

Entrepreneurship director, NEOMA Business School

"Entrepreneurship is not something you learn in theory; it's something you do. The best way to inspire future entrepreneurs is to put them in action, confronting real challenges and experiencing the fast-paced reality of startups."

Throughout the program, students will develop critical skills in problem-solving, business modeling, storytelling, and pitching, guided by industry experts and successful entrepreneurs. They will network with investors, founders, and innovators, gaining invaluable insights into launching and scaling a business. A visit de Station F, the world’s biggest incubator in Paris is included in the visits.

Sarah Cooper

International Relations Director

"By the end of this journey, students won’t just have ideas—they will have the confidence and tools to turn them into reality."

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to equip your students with entrepreneurial skills, global perspectives, and real-world experience. Let’s empower the next generation of innovators together!

What will you do

  • Objective: experience entrepreneurship firsthand by going from problem identification to a tested prototype, with a focus on action and rapid iteration.
  • Participants: international students from different partner universities, motivated to create a startup.
  • Methodology: "learn by doing", through hands-on challenges, workshops, and teamwork.

Contact us

Only students nominated by a partner university can participate.

summerwinterprogram@neoma-bs.fr

Curriculum

This intensive two-week course, designed for international students from partner universities, immerses participants in the complete entrepreneurial process. It guides them from identifying real-world problems to

developing a validated startup concept and delivering an investor-ready pitch. Each day pursues a specific objective to ensure steady progress.

syllabus_venture_lab_bootcamp.pdf

Admissions

Applications are open !

Are you eligible for this short-term programme?

The NEOMA Business School short-term programme seeks curious, motivated and independent students who are eager to participate in a special academic experience in France.

Who can apply ?

To apply, you must:

  • Be nominated by a partner university to participate
  • English level : IELTS 6.0 (not mandatory – only recommended)

How to apply ?

Please contact your home institution, to nominate you they will need a copy of your passeport

  • Application deadline : April 1st 2026
  • Programme fees : €1 500 (tuition fees, visits and activities included in the programme schedule, closing dinner and administrative fees).

Where to stay?

I choose my own accommodation

Some housing possibilities: StudaPart / Airbnb

Please note that Studapart only accepts bookings for a minimum stay of one month, depending on availability.

Contact us

Only students nominated by a partner university can participate.

summerwinterprogram@neoma-bs.fr

Practical information

Tuition & fees:

€1500 (included 900€ activity fees, accommodation and flight are not included).

Location:

Week 1 Paris : inspiration, ideation & project definition
Week 2 Rouen: experimentation, immersion & market confrontation

Language of instruction:

English

Next intake date:

to be confirmed

Degree awarded:

ECTS Credits: 9