I have always been wanting to start a business of my own. The MSc in Venture Creation closes that gap between dream and execution. It is a programme that brings the business world into the classroom. I was being prepared for all kinds of scenarios in the class, including business ideation, prototyping, fundraising and winding down of the business. The programme is very hands on when it comes to the entrepreneurship journey.

Having many years of professional work experience in the technology sector, I wanted to start my own company but I did not know how to do so. Fortunately, not only did the MSc in Venture Creation programme teach me how to do a startup, it also guided me in other ways such as supporting with investments and office space, connecting me with my current team members, industry professionals and the media and more. This support has helped my business to grow rapidly.

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I am an ambitious change-maker. I founded an education company and a branding agency in China in early 2022. I chose the MSc in Venture Creation programme because I needed a learning method to combine my academic experience with my innovative ideas in practice.​ The  programme gave me an interdisciplinary education in innovation and entrepreneurship. It allowed me to test which ideas are doable and whether they worked for me. It was not just about starting a business, but it was also about turning an innovative idea into reality.

I applied for the MSc in Venture Creation to get a confident grip and understanding on the startup journey and learn what it takes to build and deliver a pain-relieving product from scratch. I believe in helping others, and innovation is the best way to do so.​ The programme was a great way to connect and network with amazing like-minded individuals in Singapore and all across the world. NUS provides a solid environment for individuals to accomplish their goals after graduation.

The MSc in Venture Creation attracts people from all walks of life to cultivate the entrepreneurial spirit and start their own businesses. Being supervised by professors and industry leaders, my experience at the programme such as the New Venture Creation has taught me how even small businesses could turn challenges into opportunities to cope with economic downturns and the global pandemic. This unique experience has brought many benefits to my career.

The NUS Master of Science in Venture Creation (MSc VC) programme provided me with the right tools and guidance that helped me significantly in growing my startup and making it stand out in today’s highly competitive environment. To me, the MSc VC programme stands out for its effective teaching methodology, industry connections, and support offered to young and aspiring entrepreneurs.

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