Ideate Program 2026

About

The Ideate Program is a venture building initiative for students and recent graduates from selected Swedish institutions, offering business coaching, expert feedback, and a cash prize for the best pitch, while fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing global challenges.

Benefits

• 🎓Business Coaching — Teams receive coaching from SSE Business Lab and KTH Innovation
• 🏆Cash Prize — A cash prize is awarded to the winner of the pitch competition
• 📚Expert Feedback — Participants receive feedback from an expert jury during the pitch session
• 🎤Guest Lectures — The program includes guest lectures from invited entrepreneurs

Eligibility Criteria

• Current students and recent graduates at SSE, KTH, GIH, and KI

Participation Commitments

• 🕒 Weekly Sessions — The program includes weekly sessions lasting 90–120 minutes
• ⏳ Time Commitment — Participants are expected to dedicate 5–10 hours a week on their idea
• 🏢 In-Person Attendance — Sessions alternate between SSE Business Lab and KTH Innovation's premises

Target Region

Sweden

Target Sector

Business innovation and technology entrepreneurship