Pre-incubation programs
Entrepreneurship 101 (E101):
E101 is a foundational course empowering aspiring entrepreneurs with essential skills and concepts. It cultivates an entrepreneurial mindset in students, enabling them to identify opportunities, navigate challenges, and innovate. The course is delivered asynchronously in collaboration with the University of Saarland, offering curated content, interactive modules, and practical exercises for comprehensive learning.
Idea Generation Hackathons:
LCE organizes collaborative Hackathons with industry and the development sector to inspire creativity and fuel innovative startup ideas. These events address corporate innovation and societal challenges, providing resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Hackathons act as catalysts for transformative innovation, fostering an entrepreneurial culture and driving positive impact.
Summer School:
LCE offers hands-on workshops during summer, emphasizing coding, robotics, and entrepreneurship. The initiative aims to instill entrepreneurship in young minds, nurturing creativity and problem-solving skills. Collaborating with startups in these fields, LCE hosts engaging sessions, introducing children to tech and business basics. Through practical experiences and mentorship, we empower children to explore entrepreneurship and develop valuable skills.
Incubation Programs
Foundry Training for Startups:
Our immersive incubation program assists Pakistani entrepreneurs in refining ideas into investor-ready business plans. Led by LUMS faculty and international experts, the curriculum enhances business ideas through mentorship, workshops, and networking. Participants receive tailored support, equipping them to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. The program concludes with a capstone investor summit, offering a platform for showcasing ventures to potential investors.
Design Thinking for Corporates:
Our training program for corporate executives fosters innovation and problem-solving skills within corporate environments. Combining theory with practical exercises, participants learn design principles and methodologies. Led by seasoned facilitators, workshops, case studies, and simulations help apply design thinking to drive organizational growth. Executives develop the mindset and tools to identify opportunities, empathize with users, and prototype solutions that align with business objectives and customer needs.
Entrepreneurial Coaching for Incubators:
Our comprehensive training equips incubator staff with skills to mentor and support entrepreneurs effectively. Tailored for incubators, it covers coaching techniques, startup support best practices, and communication strategies. Led by experienced coaches and industry experts, participants engage in interactive workshops and role-playing exercises to hone their abilities.
Governance and Management of Incubators:
Tailored for incubator managers and administrators, this program offers essential skills and knowledge to effectively govern and manage incubation centers. Led by seasoned experts, participants explore topics like organizational governance, financial management, and stakeholder engagement through theoretical frameworks, case studies, and interactive workshops.
Developing a Makers Lab Facility:
This training equips participants with skills to establish and manage makerspaces effectively. It caters to current managers, those lacking expertise in machinery, and aspiring makerspace creators. Participants learn about machinery, procurement, maintenance, team management, prototyping techniques, and safety protocols. They also delve into costs, budgeting, commercialization strategies, and building collaboration networks.
Women Empowerment Programs:
LCE’s programs address the multifaceted challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Pakistan, from financial constraints to societal expectations. Our initiatives foster networking and mentorship opportunities through a web platform. Workshops focus on resilience-building and stress management, complemented by personalized counseling. Strategic partnerships with women chambers and alumnae entrepreneurs provide mentorship and industry insights. Leveraging digital tools like a WhatsApp Chatbot, our dynamic training covers business topics and psychological aspects crucial for success.
Acceleration Programs
Stanford Seed Spark:
The Stanford Graduate School of Business offers a five-month online program for early-stage entrepreneurs in South Asia, that is offered to Pakistani startups through LCE. Tailored to those in traction or growth stages, the program equips participants with strategic insights and networking capabilities. Through an action-based curriculum, participants refine and develop their ventures, benefiting from networking opportunities, one-on-one mentorship, and live expert sessions.
Crash Course Special Training:
LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship (LCE) offers a targeted program to support startups in fundraising and growth. Drawing from a decade of experience, the program empowers self-funded startups seeking investor traction. Through expert-led workshops, mentorship, guidance on investor due diligence, pitching opportunities, and post-investment support, startups gain actionable insights and invaluable connections.
Crash Course Special Training:
LUMS Center for Entrepreneurship (LCE) offers a targeted program to support startups in fundraising and growth. Drawing from a decade of experience, the program empowers self-funded startups seeking investor traction. Through expert-led workshops, mentorship, guidance on investor due diligence, pitching opportunities, and post-investment support, startups gain actionable insights and invaluable connections.
Localized Acceleration Program:
LCE’s program offers comprehensive support to early-stage startups, guiding them through Pakistan’s unique market challenges. Startups receive personalized guidance from experts, focusing on investment strategies and successful fundraising. Mentor matching ensures tailored support, while workshops cover funding alternatives and investor-ready pitching techniques. Simulated sessions provide startups with the opportunity to refine their pitch decks, articulate value propositions, and receive feedback from experienced mentors and investors, preparing them for engaging with potential investors in the Pakistani market.