Ideate
About the program
Ideate is a program where students from SSE, the KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and GIH the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences interested in entrepreneurship get together.
You apply as an individual. With support from KTH Innovation and SSE Business Lab, you will be inspired to form teams with diverse skillsets and create business ideas working to solve global challenges.
The program runs for ten weeks (both this fall and at the start of next year) with weekly sessions at the Stockholm School of Economics and KTH Innovation's premises.
Quick info
When? The application deadline is Wednesday, October 9. The program then starts Tuesday, October 29.
Where? In person at the Stockholm School of Economics and KTH Innovation's premises.
Who can apply? Current students of the Stockholm School of Economics, the KTH Royal Institute of Technology and the GIH Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences. Alumns who graduated in the fall of 2023 are also eligible.
What's included in the program? Five workshops covering different topics, guest lectures with invited entrepreneurs, and a pitch session with feedback from an expert jury. The teams also have access to business coaching from both SSE Business Lab and KTH Innovation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply without an idea or a team?
Absolutely! If you're keen on forming a team and idea during the program, you're an ideal candidate.
What if I can't attend certain workshops?
If you know you'll miss some, consider joining the next Ideate instead. The Spring 2025 program will be marketed on this page and our social media channels.
What happens after the program?
If you bond with a team and an idea, you can seek continued support from KTH Innovation and/or SSE Business Lab. Many graduates have joined the Activate program and KTH Innovation's pre-incubator.
Any examples of startups from Ideate?
Of course! Here's a selection:
- Agteria Biotech, a revolutionary feed additive with the ability to slash methane emissions by over 70%
- Tidings, an news app helping users navigate information overload
- Asentio, an AI text analysis tool that's 400x faster than GPT-4
Must we continue with our team post-program?
No obligation. Whether you form a startup, join another team, or simply make new friends – it's all positive.
How much time is needed for the program?
The weekly sessions last 90–120 minutes. Outside of that, expect 5–10 hours of work weekly for your idea. How much time your team commits to your idea outside of this is entirely up to you.
What will the program teach me?
The five workshops focus on early-stage venture topics: team building, creating minimum viable products, problem-solution fit, understanding the competitive landscape, and creating a pitch deck.