Global Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 for Young Innovators
Applicant criteria
- No specific age required
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The Blue Ocean International Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 presents a unique platform for young innovators aiming to develop creative business solutions to address real-world challenges. It invites talented participants from diverse backgrounds to showcase ideas in a competitive environment supported by professional learning and skill development.
Scholarship Overview
This competition promotes cross-disciplinary thinking and teamwork by integrating training, mentorship, pitching, and networking opportunities, facilitating the transformation of ideas into actionable business prototypes while enhancing the participants' entrepreneurial capabilities.
Financial Benefits and Coverage
Finalists and winners may receive financial awards and seed funding opportunities, which will significantly assist them in propelling their projects forward. Additionally, support in the form of mentorship and visibility within global entrepreneurship networks could be offered.
Eligibility Requirements
- Students aged 14 to 18 (secondary school students).
- Participation is allowed individually or in teams of up to 5 students.
How to Apply Step by Step
- Register for the competition.
- Submit an innovative business idea, service solution, or project proposal.
- Record a 3–5 minute pitch video.
- Upload the video to YouTube with the hashtag #blueoceancompetition.
- Submit the video link and the file on the “Submit Your Pitch” page.
Benefits
- Monetary awards for top positions.
- Start-up support opportunities for promising projects.
Eligibility criteria
- Participants must be undergraduate or graduate students.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams is required.