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Have a business idea? We have the perfect opportunity

Believe you have an idea that has the potential to be the next Tesla or Google? And, are you seeking learning opportunities with industry veterans that take you closer to your goal? Look no further!

We believe in your true potential. To back you along your champion journey, Education New Zealand (ENZ) and Leverage Edu have joined hands to provide you centre stage.

Present your unique idea to Venture Capitalists and Company CEO’s from the entrepreneurial ecosystem and learn from the best. Get mentored by expert faculty from New Zealand universities along the journey and win rewarding virtual internships.

So, get going! Send us your two minute elevator pitch telling us what your billion dollar idea is.

Timeline

What’s in store for the winners?

Who can participate?

Any individual who is 18 years or over, an Indian citizen and part-time/full-time student of any university or college, is eligible to submit their business idea. The student must be either a full-time or part-time student at a university or college. Additionally, the student must be available to attend the Online Finale on Thursday, 3rd December 2020, to present their idea to the jury.

What will make a winning pitch?

Jury for the Finale

Mr Ralph Hays

Trade Commissioner and Consul-General, India, Sri Lanka


Ms Jugnu Roy

Country Manager - India, Education New Zealand


Mr Karthik Reddy

Vice Chairperson of Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital Association, Managing Partner at Blume Ventures


Mr Hetal Sonpal

Angel Investor, Marketing & Strategy Leader, Coach, Marathoner, Ex-Wipro, Microsoft, LinkedIn and Intel


Mr Ralph Hays

Trade Commissioner and Consul-General, India, Sri Lanka


Ms Jugnu Roy

Country Manager - India, Education New Zealand


Mr Karthik Reddy

Vice Chairperson of Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital Association, Managing Partner at Blume Ventures


Mr Hetal Sonpal

Angel Investor, Marketing & Strategy Leader, Coach, Marathoner, Ex-Wipro, Microsoft, LinkedIn and Intel


Mr Ralph Hays

Trade Commissioner and Consul-General, India, Sri Lanka


Ms Jugnu Roy

Country Manager - India, Education New Zealand


Mr Karthik Reddy

Vice Chairperson of Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital Association, Managing Partner at Blume Ventures


Mr Hetal Sonpal

Angel Investor, Marketing & Strategy Leader, Coach, Marathoner, Ex-Wipro, Microsoft, LinkedIn and Intel


Know Your Mentors

Dr Rachel Wright

Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship


Dr Hafsa Ahmed

Lecturer, Global Value Chains & Trade


Dr Jesse Pirini

Lecturer, School of Management


Dr Stephen Bowden

Senior Lecturer, Strategic Management


Prof Dr Dr Jens Mueller

Professor, Management Practice


Dr Nicola Beatson

Senior Lecturer, Accountancy & Finance


Wendy Kerr

Director, Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship


Professor Ben Wooliscroft

Associate Dean - Research, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law


Dr Rachel Wright

Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship


Dr Stephen Bowden

Senior Lecturer, Strategic Management


Dr Hafsa Ahmed

Lecturer, Global Value Chains & Trade


Dr Jesse Pirini

Lecturer, School of Management


Prof Dr Dr Jens Mueller

Professor, Management Practice


Dr Nicola Beatson

Senior Lecturer, Accountancy & Finance


Wendy Kerr

Director, Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship


Professor Ben Wooliscroft

Associate Dean - Research, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law


Dr Rachel Wright

Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship


Dr Stephen Bowden

Senior Lecturer, Strategic Management


Dr Hafsa Ahmed

Lecturer, Global Value Chains & Trade


Dr Jesse Pirini

Lecturer, School of Management


Prof Dr Dr Jens Mueller

Professor, Management Practice


Dr Nicola Beatson

Senior Lecturer, Accountancy & Finance


Wendy Kerr

Director, Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship


Professor Ben Wooliscroft

Associate Dean - Research, Faculty of Business, Economics and Law


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I team up with a friend to submit my entry?
No. Entries will only be considered when submitted by individuals.

Can I upload multiple entries?
No, only one entry per individual will be accepted.

What all video formats can I submit my entry through?
The elevator pitch video must be uploaded on a public platform(Youtube/Vimeo/DailyMotion). Please note that only entries with a valid link will be considered by the jury.

Once submitted, can I edit my entry?
No, an application once submitted is considered as the final entry. Please remember to fill in all the sections on the application carefully.

What do I win?
The top 3 entries will secure virtual internships with New Zealand universities and companies.

By when can I submit my billion dollar idea?
You can submit your entries by 11:59 PM IST on 20th November 2020.

How will I know if my entry has been shortlisted?
All shortlisted entries will receive an email from Leverage Edu by 22nd November 2020.

Will I receive a participation certificate?
Yes, all entries will receive an online certificate from ENZ and Leverage Edu.

How can I attend the finale?
The online finale will stream live across ENZ and Leverage Edu’s social media handles on 3rd December 2020 at 5 PM IST.

Studying in New Zealand

New Zealand's practical, collaborative style of learning gives you the real-world skills in demand by educational institutions and top global employees. As per the QS World University Rankings 2018, all New Zealand universities are ranked in the top 3% universities in the world. The country is home to 8 state-funded universities and 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics(ITPs) which have been unified into the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology(NZIST). Additionally - Governments, educational institutions and philanthropists offer scholarships for international students, including Master's and PhD students. A post-study work visa could also allow you to work in New Zealand for 1-3 years after graduation, depending on your qualification and where you've studied. New Zealand is where you'll thrive in the open, diverse society and become a confident, critical and creative thinker.

About ENZ

ENZ is the crown agency responsible for international education in New Zealand. Their role is to promote New Zealand as a high-quality destination offering an excellent education and student experience and to encourage outbound student mobility. International education also has an important role in building academic and research relationships between New Zealand and international institutions as well as between governments.

For more information on studying, living and scholarships in New Zealand, please visit www.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz

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