To demystify the complex world of student entrepreneurship.
Our mission
To support the entrepreneurial journey of students across Ireland and assist in the creation of their ventures. By collaborating with universities nationwide, we aim to provide continuous support through our comprehensive programs and initiatives.
Ensuring ongoing support through collaborations with universities and ecosystem players.
Scalability
Leveraging technology to provide accessible and scalable programs.
Openness
For all students, regardless of their background or university.
Our network
It takes a nation to foster innovation. By partnering with universities across Ireland, we ensure that entrepreneurial support is available in your region, empowering you to tap into local resources and innovate from wherever you are.
We not only focus on venture development but also on enhancing individual entrepreneurial competencies. The Entrecomp framework helps assess and develop your entrepreneurial skills.
Entrepreneurship is learned, not inherited. We integrate the EntreComp framework into your learning journey
This area focuses on the ability to identify and seize opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship. It encompasses the following key competencies:
Spotting opportunities
Creativity
Vision
Valuing ideas
Ethical and sustainable thinking
Resources
This area emphasizes the management and utilization of various resources required for entrepreneurial activities. Key competencies include:
Self-awareness & self-efficacy
Motivation & perseverance
Mobilising resources
Financial & economic literacy
Mobilising others
Into action
This area focuses on the execution and implementation of entrepreneurial activities. It includes competencies such as:
Taking the initiative
Planning & management
Coping with uncertainty, ambiguity & risk
Working with others
Learning through experience
Testimonials
Feedback from students and university coordinators who have participated in Open Incubator programs.
Dr Roisin Lyons
Innovation Lead @ ISE | University of Limerick
"The Open Incubator is a brilliant way to connect our talented student entrepreneurs together - to learn, network, compete, and form founder teams. My students have enjoyed using the platform, and have competed in a number of challenges to date. I would encourage all students to get involved."
Michael Mitchell
Founder of Éirigh C.L.G | Trinity College Dublin
"Taking part in the Open Incubator Impact Challenge gave us reason to be very deliberate, and explicit about our business pitch, plan, and structure early on. This has been key in moving from a vague idea, to something concrete and actionable."
Hasti Raval
Founder of Sex’ed | Dublin City University
“I had an incredible experience participating in the GEN AI Innovation Challenge at Open Incubator. The program provided valuable resources and mentorship that helped me refine my Idea. I'm grateful for the experience and highly recommend it to others.”
Thomas Joyce
Founder of Laochra | University of Limerick
“Participating in OI ignited my passion for entrepreneurship, and the insights I gained from the mentors were invaluable.”
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