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A challenge for the bold.
A stage for the visionary.
We are inviting your schools to register for the challenge.
Here is how your schools can get involved:
Apply for your spot today.
Program dates:
[Online workshops] Week of 19 May 2025
[Submission of entries] 10 June 2025
[In-person pitch] Week of 23 June 2025
The Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge offers Grade 10-12 students from India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka the chance to tackle global challenges and showcase their ideas on an international stage.
Ready to take on the challenge? Exciting prizes and unforgettable experiences await. Apply now!
Applications now closed
Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators.
Step into a three-week entrepreneurial journey where innovation meets real-world problem-solving. With expert mentorship and a global stage, students develop, refine, and pitch groundbreaking ideas that shape the future.
Solve global challenges
Tackle pressing issues in themes including Green Tech, AI, and Digital Innovation.
Mentorship from top Australian industry leaders and academics.
Learn from the best
Build critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
Gain the skills of the future
Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge 2025
SAEC is coming to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka!
Join a three-week hybrid entrepreneurship challenge organised by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission, where Grade 10-12 students develop real-world solutions, receive mentorship from Australian experts, and pitch their ideas on an international stage.
Step 1: Form your team
Each school must assemble teams of 3 students (between Grade 10-12) + 1 teacher.
Why join the challenge
How to register?
Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge 2025
Step 2: Submit your application
Fill up the form below to register your school and team details.
Step 3: Confirmation
Give us a few days to confirm if your team has successfully secured your spot in the challenge.
We're happy to help! You can reach out to us at hello@saec.com for any inquiries or concerns.
What will you gain from the program?
Unlock hidden talents through
impact learning and actions.
Online masterclasses
- Interactive workshops
- Hands-on activities to develop and refine business ideas
- Real-world insights into entrepreneurship and innovation
In-person pitch event
- Teams present their solutions to a panel of industry judges
- Events will be held in each participating country
Personalised mentorship
- Each team is paired with an expert mentor for guidance and support
- Learn from leaders in innovation, business, and education
Do you fit the criteria to join?
- Students must be in Grades 10-12
- Students must be based in India, Bangladesh, or Sri Lanka
- Students must be available on the key program dates:
[Online workshops] May 19 - June 6 2025
[Submission of entries] 10 June 2025
[In-person pitch] Week of 23 June 2025
- Schools must form teams of 3 students + 1 teacher
Applications close on:
13 May 2025
Program dates:
[Online workshops] 19 May - 6 June 2025
[Submission of entries] 10 June 2025
[In-person pitch] Week of 23 June 2025
The Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge offers Grade 10-12 students from India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka the chance to tackle global challenges and showcase their ideas on an international stage.
Ready to take on the challenge? Exciting prizes and unforgettable experiences await. Apply now!
Program dates:
[Online workshops]
19 May - June 6 2025
[Submission of entries]
10 June 2025
[In-person pitch]
Week of 23 June, 2025
Tackle global challenges in Green Tech & Sustainable Solutions, Human-Centered AI, and Digital Transformation for Social Good—turning bold ideas into real change.
Criteria of joining
Students must be in Grades 10-12
Students must be based in India, Bangladesh,
or Sri Lanka
Students must be available on the key program dates
Schools must form teams of 3 students + 1 teacher
Got questions?
- Students must be in Grades 10-12
- Students must be based in India, Bangladesh, or Sri Lanka
- Students must be available on key program dates
- Schools must form teams
of 3 students + 1 teacher
Criteria to join:
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A legacy of innovation
Where young thinkers begin their journey in shaping the world.
From concept to pitch, students across South Asia have turned big ideas into action through SAEC. Be inspired by what’s possible when young minds take the lead.
We're back with exciting prizes again this year!
Program dates:
[Online workshops]
19 May - June 6 2025
[Submission of entries]
10 June 2025
[In-person pitch]
Week of 23 June 2025
What you'll learn
19 May | 1.5 hours
Kick off with a deep dive into the entrepreneurial mindset & expectation setting for the next three weeks!
Workshop 1: Orientation/
Founder's Mindset
21 May | 1.5 hours
Workshop 2: Problem & Solution Brainstorming
Map out real-world problems and generate innovative solutions for the three themes: Green Tech, AI & Digital Innovation
22-23 May | 30 mins
Mentor Session #1
Small group mentoring:
Time to share your ideas and get expert feedback!
26 May | 1 hour
Understand your audience, competition, and validation strategies for your solution.
Workshop 3: Market Research
28 May | 1 hour
Workshop 4: Business Model Canvas
Structure your business idea using the lean BMC framework.
29-30 May | 30 mins
Mentor Session #2
Discuss market insights and get feedback on your business model.
2 June | 1 hour
Translate ideas into MVPs and get hands-on with simple tools.
Workshop 5: Rapid Prototyping & Tech Toolkit
4 June | 1 hour
Workshop 6: Pitching & Public Speaking
Craft, refine, and practice your winning pitch.
5-6 June | 30 mins
Mentor Session #3
Final polish:
Get feedback on your pitch and gear up for submission.
The curriculum that gets you thinking, building, and leading.
From creative brainstorming to business pitching—you’ll develop the skills and tools to become a confident innovator and changemaker.
10 June
Teams must submit a
3-minute video pitch showcasing their solutions.
Submission of entries
Applications close on: 13 May 2025
Workshop hours:
India/Sri Lanka: 11am | Bangladesh: 11:30am
Applications close on:
13 May 2025