AIA
At the beginning of 2019, the Harvard Business Review published an article presenting how Qatar is building its own Silicon Valley. As we know, Silicon Valley is a world-renowned synonym for tech innovation, so startups from Qatar are using this recognition to fuel its very own ecosystem. Undeniably, the
Pro Tips
by Katy Wilson at Education Unlimited Did you know you can take free online courses from prestigious universities such as Harvard, Stanford and Yale? Once considered a passing fad, it is now apparent that massive open online courses (MOOCs) are here to stay. An increasing number of world-renowned universities
Mentoring
Developing a marketing strategy is one of the most important stages when creating a startup. After all, what’s the point of having a good product/service if you’re not reaching your customers? Investing in marketing is key to attracting consumers, generating sales, and growing your company. Defining a
Alumni
Written by Matheus Moura | Business Administration Undergrad Student at University of Porto I remember my first day at the European Innovation Academy. It was a lovely Sunday, and I spent it going over ideas that would serve as the foundation of my startup. I had no idea what was yet
Startup Education
Every entrepreneur wants to create a Unicorn Startup Company - this is not breaking news. You’ve probably had a conversation about famous unicorn companies like Uber, Airbnb, Snapchat, or Pinterest. But what often goes unaddressed is the meaning of the term itself. Why are some startups called “unicorns”? How are
Startup Education
What does it take to become a successful entrepreneur? Answering this question isn’t an easy task. There’s no secret formula for success. It comes from a combination of developing different entrepreneurial skills, designing strategies, and investing in yourself. And make no mistake, there is a certain set of
AIA
The Arab Innovation Academy (AIA) will return to Qatar in 2020. The entrepreneurship program will take place from January 7th to the 20th, gathering more than 200 participants from 30 different nations. This is the 3rd edition of the world's leading entrepreneurship program in Doha, Qatar. For 10
Inspiration
Gilles De Clerck is a Marketing Mentor at EIA Summer Programs. In 2019, Gilles flew thousands of miles in order to mentor young entrepreneurs working on startup ideas in Italy and Hong Kong. After intense weeks, the Marketing Mentor shared the experience by writing an inspiring story on his LinkedIn
Alumni
Bobbie Reyes is currently an undergrad student at the University of Berkeley. In July 2019, she accepted the challenge to create a startup in 15 days and joined the European Innovation Academy, in Portugal. Throughout the summer program, the young entrepreneur has worked with four other participants - all from different
Study abroad
Studying abroad is a life-changing experience. You have the chance to meet new people, discover a different country, and improve your knowledge. However, as you start researching, you may find it overwhelming to choose the right study abroad program. Don’t worry, we’re here to help you! Choosing
University Spotlight
Article by Ella Jensen | SCET UC Berkeley blog Over the summer, Berkeley students attended the European Innovation Academy (EIA) in Cascais, Portugal for an intensive, fast-paced learning experience, where they learned from venture capitalists, serial entrepreneurs, executives from Silicon Valley companies, and experts from across the globe. For one
EIA Hong Kong
Every year, the European Innovation Academy gathers over 1,000 participants from more than 80 different countries to take part in its summer programs. In Qatar, Italy, Portugal and Hong Kong, EIA Participants are challenged to create a startup in 15 days. But this is only possible with the help