Entrepreneurship Opportunity at MEST
Posted: Mon Feb 12, 2024 5:01 pm
MEST is a Mastercard Foundation Partner working mainly on technical entrepreneurship.
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MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Successful candidates will receive the following:
· Full sponsorship to take the one-year program in Accra, Ghana
· Training in software development, business, and communication skills
· Build and scale a globally successful software business with a dynamic team
· Become part of a lasting global community and network
· Receive world-class mentorship from tech experts and entrepreneurs
· An opportunity to receive up to $100,000 in seed funding, and business incubation
Applicant Criteria:
· Education: A degree from a top university or Technical College (or equivalent experience)
· Experience: Entrepreneurial or corporate work experience
· Passion: A deep passion for starting a software company in Africa
· Commitment: Ready to commit to a full residential program for a whole year
· Soft Skills: Confident with great leadership qualities, people skills, and ability to communicate effectively
Application Process
· Visit the application portal and create an account
· Complete the required assessment
· Take an aptitude test
· Fill out and submit the MEST Training Program application form
· Interviews
· Offer
Important dates for applicants to note:
· Application Deadline: 18th March 2024
· Final Interviews: April & May 2024 in Accra, Lagos, Dakar, Nairobi and Johannesburg
· Training Program begins August 2024 in Accra, Ghana
_________________
MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Successful candidates will receive the following:
· Full sponsorship to take the one-year program in Accra, Ghana
· Training in software development, business, and communication skills
· Build and scale a globally successful software business with a dynamic team
· Become part of a lasting global community and network
· Receive world-class mentorship from tech experts and entrepreneurs
· An opportunity to receive up to $100,000 in seed funding, and business incubation
Applicant Criteria:
· Education: A degree from a top university or Technical College (or equivalent experience)
· Experience: Entrepreneurial or corporate work experience
· Passion: A deep passion for starting a software company in Africa
· Commitment: Ready to commit to a full residential program for a whole year
· Soft Skills: Confident with great leadership qualities, people skills, and ability to communicate effectively
Application Process
· Visit the application portal and create an account
· Complete the required assessment
· Take an aptitude test
· Fill out and submit the MEST Training Program application form
· Interviews
· Offer
Important dates for applicants to note:
· Application Deadline: 18th March 2024
· Final Interviews: April & May 2024 in Accra, Lagos, Dakar, Nairobi and Johannesburg
· Training Program begins August 2024 in Accra, Ghana