International Business Innovation and Incubation Centre (IBIIC)

Introduction

About the International Business Innovation and Incubation Centre (IBIIC)

The International Business Innovation and Incubation Centre (IBIIC) is a forward-thinking hub committed to nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, and global engagement. We provide tailored support to micro-companies, startups, and SMEs through expert mentoring, capacity-building programmes, and strategic industry-academic partnerships.

IBIIC catalyses transforming ideas into scalable ventures by offering incubation services, access to funding networks, and opportunities for international collaboration. Our mission is to empower responsible and sustainable business practices, enhancing competitiveness and growth, particularly for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking to make a positive impact in the global market.

In addition to business support, we work closely with higher education institutions to establish and develop their own business incubation centres. Through this collaboration, we help universities integrate innovation and enterprise into their academic frameworks, fostering entrepreneurial mindsets among students, staff, and local communities.

At IBIIC, we are building the next generation of innovators, change makers, and leaders in a supportive, inclusive, and innovation-driven ecosystem.

IBIIC NextGen Strategy: Paving the Way to 2030

The International Business Innovation and Incubation Centre (IBIIC) is proud to introduce its NextGen Strategy: Paving the Way to 2030—a bold and transformative roadmap designed to shape the future of global business innovation and incubation.

This strategy is grounded in IBIIC’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, start-ups, and micro-enterprises through innovative thinking, inclusive support structures, and digitally enabled solutions. Our focus is to build and scale sustainable business ecosystems that foster creativity, resilience, and long-term growth.

dynamic and globally connected innovation landscape

The IBIIC NextGen Strategy sets out:

Vision, Mission, core values and strategic priorities :
Focus on
- Scaling support for MSMEs
- Embedding technology-led innovation across all incubation services
- Enhancing international networks for cross-border collaboration
- Supporting job creation and local economic development
- Driving research-commercialisation partnerships

Importantly, IBIIC also partners with higher education institutions to establish and support business incubation centres, helping them transform ideas into impact by linking academic research with entrepreneurial practice.

Through this strategy, IBIIC aims to pave the way toward a dynamic and globally connected innovation landscape by 2030—one that nurtures the next generation of change makers, creators, and business leaders.

VISION

To become a global catalyst for inclusive business innovation, entrepreneurial excellence, and sustainable economic impact.

MISSION

To create smart, inclusive approaches that foster entrepreneurship and innovation by supporting entrepreneurs, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises through world-class incubation services, strategic mentoring, access to funding networks, and a dynamic business growth ecosystem that delivers lasting economic and social impact.

STRATEGIC PRINCIPLES

Our strategic principles are a Triple Helix of People, Technology-Led, and Innovation (PTI). Together, these strategic principles are the cornerstone of our approach, steering us towards realising our vision of being a leader in global business innovation and incubation.

PEOPLE

At the core of our strategy is a profound commitment to our human capital. We recognise that smart, dynamic individuals are the cornerstone of innovation and sustainable growth. We are committed to strategic talent acquisition and continuous skill enhancement, fostering an organisational culture that nurtures professional growth. Our people are not merely integral to our strategy; they are the essential catalysts for its realisation.

TECHNOLOGY

Technology and AI are fundamental pillars of our strategic framework. In an era defined by rapid technological evolution, we are committed to being a technology-driven and AI-enabled organisation. Our strategy embraces cutting-edge advancements—particularly in artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven solutions—to enhance operational efficiency, enable intelligent decision-making, and foster continuous innovation. By integrating AI into our digital transformation journey, we aim not only to streamline processes but also to unlock new opportunities for value creation, agility, and impact across our ecosystem.

INNOVATION

Innovation is the essential engine of our strategy. We are committed to fostering a culture that champions ingenuity and pioneering ideas. Our approach centres on developing inventive solutions, new products, services, and ground-breaking processes—to meet business challenges and market demands, thereby instilling a mindset of continuous growth and strategic innovation.

VALUES: VALIDATE

Our values are the key underlying principles of the Transformation Strategy. They permeate every facet of our operations; from how we foster entrepreneurial talent to our dedication to generating a positive impact on society. In adhering to these values, we strive to nurture a dynamic ecosystem where entrepreneurs can thrive, propelling business excellence and making a significant contribution to the community at large.

VISIONARY

Fostering high aspirations, ground-breaking achievements, and a mindset of bold pragmatic ideas and thinking forward and big.

ADAPTABILITY

Embracing change, flexibility, and the ability to pivot; developing creativity and innovation, a disruptive mindset, and out-of-the-box thinking to foster pioneering solutions.

LEARNING

Promoting a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and growth.

IMPACTFUL

Striving to create meaningful change and make a positive difference.

DIVERSITY – FOCUSED

Valuing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, in tandem with promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion as sources of creativity and innovation, represents a commitment to a fair and harmonious environment.

ACCELERATED

Speeding up the growth and development of innovative businesses to the highest standards.

TRUSTWORTHY

Maintaining the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and transparency. Guiding entrepreneurs to establish their businesses on solid foundations, ensuring adherence to responsible practices and trustworthiness.

ENTREPRENEURIAL

Fostering an excellent environment that supports risk-taking, innovation.

STRATEGIC GOALS

Our strategic goals are designed to chart a course towards a future where innovation and entrepreneurship are at the forefront of business development. We are committed to building an immersive environment that fosters research-driven innovation and cultivates a collaboration network.

CREATE SMART APPROACHES

Focusing on devising forward-thinking and practical solutions that embody our commitment to ambition, excellence, and technology-led entrepreneurship, setting a new standard in business incubation practices.

SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURS

Committed to nurturing entrepreneurial talent by offering resources and guidance, developing successful leaders, entrepreneurial excellence, business resilience and tech-led solutions that support their business journey.

ENHANCE RESEARCH-DRIVEN INNOVATION

Leverage the research capabilities of Oxford Business College to transform academic insights into tangible business innovations.

PROVIDE POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT IN THE LOCAL AREAS

Dedicated to providing equality, diversity and social impact in the local communities through our entrepreneurial endeavours.

BUILD AN IMMERSIVE ECOSYSTEM

Build an immersive and supportive ecosystem, encouraging collaboration and innovation, where entrepreneurs can thrive and develop tech-led businesses with Integrity and ambition.

GROW A GLOBAL COLLABORATIVE INNOVATION CENTRE

Recognised as a leading centre for collaborative innovation, diverse ideas converge to create ethical, sustainable, and growth-oriented technology-led businesses.

Entrepreneurial Bootcamp Programme (EBP)

Empowering Entrepreneurs. Igniting Innovation. Building the Future.

At Knowledge Edge, through our pioneering initiative IBIIC, we proudly present the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp: 12-Week Programme (EBP) – 2025 Edition. This intensive, practice-based bootcamp is tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage startup founders, and micro to SME leaders ready to launch, grow, or scale their ventures with impact and purpose.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your existing idea, the EBP delivers cutting-edge tools, proven frameworks, and expert mentoring—equipping you with the knowledge, confidence, and network to succeed in today’s competitive innovation economy.

Programme Structure: Weekly Breakdown

Week 1 – Introduction to the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Setting the tone, objectives, and outcomes for your entrepreneurial journey. Meet your cohort, define your aspirations, and get inspired by real startup success stories.

Week 2 – Identifying Opportunities & Problem-Solving
Learn how to spot opportunities where others see problems. Apply creative thinking and real-world frameworks to define challenges worth solving.

Week 3 – Business Model Canvas
Build a strong business foundation. Understand customer segments, value propositions, channels, and revenue models using the globally recognised BMC framework.

Week 4 – Lean Startup Methodology & MVP
Validate fast and build smart. Master the Lean Startup approach, and learn to develop your Minimum Viable Product (MVP) quickly and efficiently.

Week 5 – Market Research & Validation
Explore customer discovery, competitor analysis, and testing assumptions to ensure your product truly meets market needs.

Week 6 – Financials & Funding
Master startup financials: budgeting, forecasting, and managing cash flow. Understand funding options, from bootstrapping to pitching for investment.

Week 7 – Marketing and Growth Strategies
Learn how to acquire, retain, and grow your customer base. Build growth strategies across digital and traditional platforms.

Week 8 – Leadership, Teams and Culture
Explore startup leadership, building winning teams, and cultivating an inclusive, resilient, and values-driven culture.

Week 9 – Scaling Your Business
When and how to scale: understanding systems, automation, talent acquisition, and international expansion readiness.

Week 10 – Legal Considerations for Startups
Navigate the legal essentials: business registration, IP, contracts, data protection, and compliance best practices.

Week 11 – Artificial Intelligence in Business
Leverage AI tools to innovate and optimise operations. Understand how emerging technologies are reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape.

Week 12 – Business Ethics, Responsible Management and Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Build businesses that make a difference. Align purpose with profit through responsible leadership, ethical practices, and sustainability.

🎯 Who Should Join?

Early-stage founders and entrepreneurs
Micro-enterprise and SME leaders
Students and graduates looking to launch a startup
Innovators and intrapreneurs seeking structured guidance
Anyone passionate about turning ideas into scalable businesses

📌 Why Join EBP?

✅ Hands-on, experiential learning
✅ Access to global mentors, investors, and industry experts
✅ Opportunities for incubation and funding through IBIIC
✅ Build your investor-ready pitch and business model
✅ Certificate of Completion and opportunity to join IBIIC’s Affiliate Entrepreneurial Coach (AEC) pathway

Start your journey today. Build not just a business—but a legacy.
📅 Next Cohort Starts: September 2025

ECOSYSTEM

At the heart of this IBIIC NextGen Strategy: Paving the Way to 2030 lies the IBIIC Ecosystem, a key component in our pursuit to become a leader in global business innovation and incubation. This ecosystem is aligned with our commitment to excellence, and it represents a full suite of initiatives and resources, specifically designed to support and enhance entrepreneurship, innovation, and business.

Comprising diverse elements such as mentorship programmes, access to funding, networking events, and developmental workshops, the Ecosystem is integral to realising our vision and mission. It perfectly complements our strategic principles of People, Technology, and Innovation, underpinning our core values and strategic objectives. More than a support structure, the IBIIC Ecosystem is a vibrant and interactive network, aimed at fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for entrepreneurs. This positions IBIIC to become a central centre of business innovation and incubation excellence on an international stage. Figure 1 shows our full ecosystem.