Develop the skills to become a dynamic entrepreneur and transform ideas into viable businesses
The Griffith Innovation Challenge is a 10CP course that enables you to learn about entrepreneurial behaviour and propose an innovative solution to a Griffith Challenge.
In addition to learning entrepreneurial skills critical for the 21st century, you and your fellow team members will pitch your innovative solution to a panel of entrepreneurs and industry experts and compete to win a share of fantastic prizes.
The course is open to all Griffith University undergraduate students and is an ideal platform to investigate the feasibility of new ideas before they are launch.
You will learn
What it means to be an entrepreneur
Creative and critical thinking skills
How to pitch ideas to a discerning audience
How to find, negotiate and manage resources
How to evaluate the sustainability of new businesses
To identify and test business opportunities and new ideas
To work in interdisciplinary teams
To interact with industry partners
Innovation for all
The Griffith Innovation Challenge forms part of Griffith Business School's Innovation and Entrepreneurship major, but that doesn't mean it's a course just for business students.
We're seeking new ideas from students of all disciplines, just as the world requires innovation and adaptability across all industries.
This course allows you to develop the mindset of a creative entrepreneur who sees opportunities through the lens of sustainability.
People you'll work with
Throughout the course, you will work collaboratively with your classmates to flesh out an idea and research its potential.
You'll also meet with industry mentors or technical advisors to discover how to bring your concept to life.
The big pitch and prizes
The course culminates with a big pitch, in which you and your group will present your idea to a discriminating audience.
Winning teams share in rewarding opportunities such as mentoring to help launch their concept.
Who can enrol?
The Griffith Innovation Challenge is an ideal course for any Griffith undergraduate student - no prior knowledge required.
The course is offered in Trimesters 2 and 3.
Griffith Innovation Challenge highlights
Griffith Innovation Challenge final pitch event