The Entrepreneurial University

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

The Entrepreneurial University provides innovation through talents, excellence and responsibility.

Target Customer

{"Studierende (prospective and current students)","Forschende und Lehrende (researchers and faculty)","Mitarbeitende (staff)","Alumni","Gründerinnen und Gründer (entrepreneurs)","Kooperationspartner (industry partners)","Fach- und Führungskräfte (professionals in organizations)"}

Key Differentiator

Integrated, university-wide entrepreneurship ecosystem combining incubation, venture labs, education programs, and global partnerships to connect academia, industry and society.

Implementation Timeline

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Pain Points

1Lack of structured entrepreneurship support and clear pathways within the university
2Limited access to mentorship, networking and funding for startups and founders
3Need for university-industry collaboration and international programs to scale ideas

Key Features

1TUM Venture Labs and TUM Incubator for startup creation and growth
2Entrepreneurship-focused education and programs (including 'Für Gründerinnen und Gründer & Start-ups' offerings and related mentoring/financing options)
3Public Engagement and Public Science Lab to involve society in research
4TUM Open Campus and international programs to reach a global audience
5Specialized initiatives like TUM Female Founders and Gründungsaus/competitions

Target Customer Industries

Competitive Advantages

1University-backed, comprehensive entrepreneurship ecosystem bridging research and industry
2Diverse offerings across education, mentorship, funding, and competitive incentives
3Global reach through international programs and Open Campus initiatives
4Emphasis on societal engagement and responsible innovation

Key Benefits

1Access to incubation and venture resources (incubators, venture labs)

2Mentorship, training, and funding opportunities for startups

3Education and programs tailored to entrepreneurship and innovation

4Global networking and partnerships via TUM Open Campus

5Engagement with society through Public Engagement initiatives

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A university-wide platform and ecosystem at TUM that integrates entrepreneurship education, startup support, and industry collaboration across campuses and programs.

Target Market

Students, researchers, staff, alumni, founders, startups, and industry partners seeking collaboration with TUM

Unique Value Proposition

A comprehensive, research-driven entrepreneurship ecosystem that unites education, incubation, funding, mentorship, and global partnerships under one university framework.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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