在亚太科技大学（简称APU），本科生被鼓励在学术追求之外踏上创业之旅。通过创新平台 Enterprise@APU，来自各个领域的学生有机会探索他们的创业抱负，并将想法转化为切实的事业。该倡议旨在培养创新和冒险的文化，为学生在不断发展的全球格局中取得终身成功做好准备。

在学术界探索创业

APU创业生态系统的最新亮点之一是由 Enterprise@APU 组织的企业演讲系列和创业启动营。从2024年2月28日到3月3日，这些活动为学生提供了在创业领域中宝贵的见解和实践经验。

在创业周末期间，学生有机会参加讲座系列，包括“产品开发中的创意”。

Sharifah Zuraidah Syed Ibrahim 女士分享了关于产品开发阶段以及在此过程中创意的关键性需求的宝贵见解。

在 Sharifah Zuraidah Syed Ibrahim  女士的带领下，这些讲座探讨了创意在塑造创新产品和推动业务成功中的重要作用。

通过实用策略和现实案例，学生受到启发，将创意注入到自己的事业中。

创业努力的生动结晶

创业启动营汇集了100多名参与者，包括学术导师、学生和行业专业人士，组成了17支充满活力的学生企业家团队。

在像 Exzellent Profis Sdn. Bhd. 的 Martin Muller 先生和教育家兼企业家 Tom Tan 博士这样经验丰富的导师的指导下，学生探索了设计思维、产品创新、商业模式画布和风险创业等概念。

凭借新获得的知识，团队合作完善了他们的想法，并最终进行了汇报演讲。

2024 年3 月1 日至3 日举办的创业启动营共有17 支团队向一组杰出的评委展示了他们的创新创业想法。

共有17支团队向由行动商业顾问总裁  Asri Jusoh 博士、Vectors Angel 创始合伙人 Terence Chia 先生、APU 商学院高级主任 Jason Turner 副教、Verofax Asia 主席  Captain Koh  组成的评委会展示了他们的创新创业想法。

Carbonara 团队凭借他们开创性的碳信用会计软件脱颖而出，紧随其后的是 PartnerCo 团队和 GreenSync 分别获得第一名和第二名。此次活动展示了合作、创造力以及APU学生企业家社区在推动有意义变革方面的力量。

APU 首席创新与企业官员 Vinesh Thiruchelvam 博士强调，企业演讲系列和创业启动营不仅仅是活动；它们是合作和创造力在促进 APU 社区内创业精神方面的力量的见证。这些倡议凸显了 APU 培养创业人才并推动世界意义深远变革的承诺。

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At the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), undergraduate students are encouraged to embark on a journey of entrepreneurship alongside their traditional academic pursuits. Through the innovative platform known as Enterprise@APU, students across various fields of study have the opportunity to explore their entrepreneurial ambitions and transform ideas into tangible ventures. This initiative aims to cultivate a culture of innovation and risk-taking, preparing students for a lifetime of success in the ever-evolving global landscape.

Exploring Entrepreneurship in Academia

One recent highlight of the entrepreneurial ecosystem at APU was the organisation of an Enterprise Speaker Series and accompanying Startup Boot Camp by Entreprise@APU. Spanning from February 28th to March 3rd, 2024, these events provided students with invaluable insights and practical experiences in the realm of entrepreneurship.

During the Startup Weekend, students had the opportunity to participate in speaker series sessions, including “Creativity in Product Development.”

Ms Sharifah Zuraidah Syed Ibrahim shared invaluable insights on the phases of product development and the critical need for creativity in this process.

Led by Ms Sharifah Zuraidah Syed Ibrahim, an industry expert and a seasoned management consultant who specialises in certification consulting and training, these sessions delved into the essential role of creativity in shaping innovative products and driving business success.

Through practical strategies and real-world examples, students were inspired to inject creativity into their own ventures.

A Vibrant Culmination of Entrepreneurial Endeavors

The Startup Boot Camp brought together over 100 participants, including academic mentors, students, and industry professionals, forming 17 dynamic teams of student entrepreneurs.

Guided by experienced mentors such as Mr Martin Muller from Exzellent Profis Sdn. Bhd., and Dr Tom Tan, an educator and entrepreneur, students explored concepts like Design Thinking, Product Innovation, Business Model Canvas, and Venture Building.

Armed with newfound knowledge, teams collaborated to refine their ideas, culminating in a final pitch session.

The Startup Boot Camp which was held between the 1st to 3rd of March 2024 saw a total of 17 teams showcase their innovative startup ideas to a distinguished panel of judges.

A total of 17 teams showcased their innovative startup ideas to the panel of judges, which included Dr Asri Jusoh (President of Action Business Advisors), Mr Terence Chia (Founding Partner, Vectors Angel), Associate Professor Dr Jason Turner (Senior Head, School of Business, APU), and Captain Koh (Chairman, Verofax Asia).

Team Carbonara emerged victorious with their groundbreaking carbon credit accounting software, followed by team PartnerCo and GreenSync as the 1st and 2nd Runners-up respectively. This event showcased the power of collaboration, creativity, and the APU student entrepreneurs’ community in driving meaningful change.

Professor Dr Vinesh Thiruchelvam, Chief Innovation and Enterprise Officer of APU emphasised that the Enterprise Speaker Series and Startup Boot Camp were more than just events; they were testimonies to the power of collaboration and creativity in fostering entrepreneurship within the APU community. These initiatives underscore APU’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial talent and driving impactful change in the world.