Application Deadline: April 14, 2023 (4 PM GMT):
The WISE Edtech Accelerator is a key part of the edtech program that aims to support innovation and build an edtech community focused on revolutionizing the way we teach and learn.
Requirements
- Established for at least one year
- Evidence of existing beneficiaries or users
- Product beyond Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage
- Evidence of existing revenue
- A dedicated team
Benefits
Global Network
- Access to an extensive network of investors and education specialists
- International visibility through partner events and the WISE Summit
- Become part of a community of edtech founders from 22 countries
Coaching & Mentorship
- A hand-picked team of experts specialising in:
- Marketing, sales & fundraising
- Product strategy, development and roadmapping
- Market insights and positioning
International Visibility
- Selected ventures will have the opportunity to attend our international events and promotion on our global platforms including:
- [email protected] forums, previous editions were held in Paris, New York and Beijing
- WISE social media platforms
- WISE Summit in Doha, convening over 4,000 attendees from 100 countries
Selection Process
Each year, a committee composed of leading experts in education and entrepreneurship will support the WISE Edtech Accelerator team in the selection process. Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:
- How well the venture addresses the problem that it aims to solve
- How innovative is the solution is in light of existing ventures worldwide
- The potential educational impact
- The potential for growth and scalability
Application Procedure:
All applicants must provide the following:
- Submission of the official online application form, in English
- A complete pitch deck AND a short 1 min 30 seconds video.
The pitch must explain:- what the edtech solution is
- problem being tackled
- who their beneficiaries are
- why they are applying for the WISE Edtech Accelerator
- A product demo log-in for the WISE team
Timeline:
- February 16, 2023: Applications open
- April 14, 2023 (4 PM GMT): Final deadline
- Beginning of September 2023: 2023 Cohort announced
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme 2023/2024