Spark Start: Empowering 10,000 Young Entrepreneurs

In partnership with Saylani International Welfare Trust, IBA-CED is on a mission to train 10,000 aspiring entrepreneurs, driving economic transformation and creating opportunities for those in need. This 50-hour course, delivered over 12 weeks, caters to tech professionals from diverse backgrounds, equipping them with essential business and technical skills to succeed in today’s fast-paced digital economy.

FAQs

1. Who can apply to the programs offered by IBA-CED? Most of our programs are open to the public; however, certain courses are exclusively for the IBA community or require certain qualifications to be eligible.
2. What types of programs do you offer? We offer startup support, student enterprise development, and specialized training programs.
3. How do I apply to your programs? Registration forms for various programs are available on our website and you can scan our QR code or click on our registration link provided on our social media platforms.
4. Do you provide funding for startups? We facilitate startups in training, mentoring, networking and connectivity to investors.
5. What is the incubation or acceleration timeline? The incubation program is conducted on a yearly basis with the application for the cohort starting in July-August 2025 after which the Acceleration Program is launched in July of every year.
6. How do I prepare my application? Follow the eligibility criteria and include all the relevant information backed by written proof/certificates.