We are excited to introduce a funding and mentoring opportunity as we are co-organizing the Co-ideation program with HKSTP. For this cohort, it will be a half year program starting Feb 2027. Through the program, you could learn the fundamental skills you need to kickstart your business idea and receive guidance from designing your business model to finding investment.

Successful applicant will receive: 
•    Seed Funding: HK$100,000 financial grant
•    Coaching and Mentorship for business advice
•    Training with topics include: Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem, Business modelling, Pitching and investment etc.
•    Potential to bridging programs: Prepare for HKSTP incubation admission

We are currently recruiting teams to join the program and open for application now. If your team is interested, please visit the following link for more details and application: https://ec.hkust.edu.hk/hkustxhkstp-co-ideation-program

Application deadline: September 20, 2026

For enquiries, please contact us via coideation@ust.hk .