Pre-Incubation

At the pre-incubation stage, IBA CED nurtures entrepreneurial thinking early through the Student Entrepreneurship Development program, immersing students and aspiring entrepreneurs in real-world learning experiences. This stage features a series of pop-up events that build business execution and marketing skills, as well as Invent—a Shark Tank-style pitching competition that enables participants to refine and present their ideas to expert panels. Additionally, entrepreneurship clinics and industry talks offer direct guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs and investors, laying a strong foundation for future ventures.

Entrepreneurship Summer School (ESS)

Every great entrepreneur starts with a spark — a question, a curiosity, an idea. The Entrepreneurship Summer School (ESS) is where those sparks are nurtured into something bigger.

Hosted by the Center for Entrepreneurial Development at IBA Karachi, ESS is a bold and hands-on summer experience designed for dreamers, doers, and difference-makers of all ages. From teen innovators to university students and curious minds exploring the startup world for the first time — this program meets them where they are and takes them further.

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I-Venture

A zero-cost platform to showcase entrepreneurial projects, connect with peers and faculty, and receive real-time feedback to fuel startup growth.

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I-Bazaar

A festival featuring clusters of students and alumni-led ventures exhibiting innovative business ideas.

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Masterclass

Interactive speaker series and workshops featuring industry leaders to inspire, guide, and connect students with real-world entrepreneurs, complementing our co-working, incubation, and acceleration initiatives by bridging academic learning with entrepreneurial practice.

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I-Shop

A student-run merchandise store featuring exclusive IBA products, designed and managed by IBA students and alumni.

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