University students passionate about entrepreneurship, developing business competencies, or addressing practical challenges can participate in the Virtual Entrepreneurship Exchange Program — a completely online certificate program that brings together students from various nations to collaborate in international teams, develop business concepts, and acquire practical entrepreneurial knowledge.
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The Virtual Entrepreneurship Exchange Program, in its entirely digital format, makes it accessible to students at partner universities, offering an exceptional opportunity for international teamwork and business concept development without requiring physical relocation.
Program Benefits
- Hands-On Business Training: Curriculum includes design thinking, creating sustainable businesses, marketing strategies, securing financing, and presenting to potential investors.
- International Team Collaboration: Join small multinational groups (including participants from the United States, Egypt, Morocco, Libya, and other partner schools) to tackle authentic challenges and develop business innovations.
- Convenient Virtual Learning: Combines weekly interactive webinars, independent learning materials, and remote team projects.
- Competition with Prizes: Every program cycle concludes with a video presentation contest. Top-performing teams earn professional coaching and guidance from seasoned mentors and academic advisors.
- Professional Certification: Graduates obtain a completion certificate suitable for résumés and professional networking profiles — particularly valuable for aspiring entrepreneurs or those pursuing entrepreneurial careers.
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Qualification Requirements
Candidates must satisfy these criteria:
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate at a partner institution. Recent program information indicates that eligible schools include multiple U.S. universities (such as the University of Michigan locations, Michigan State) and designated universities in Morocco, Egypt, and Libya.
- Open to all academic disciplines — students from every major are encouraged to apply.
- Available to dedicate approximately 5–7 hours weekly throughout the 8-week program cycle.
- Possess internet access via computer, laptop, or smartphone for virtual sessions and group collaboration.
No previous entrepreneurial background is required.
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Program Format & Key Dates
- Length: 8-week virtual program per cycle.
- 2026 Program Cycles:
- Cycle 2: January 20 — March 20, 2026
- Cycle 3: May 4 — June 26, 2026
Application Closing Date: December 15, 2025
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