Your Ideas, Our Investment – AED 2 Million Startup Fund

At the Innovation Institute of Business (TIIB), we believe the future belongs to innovators. Education should never be limited to textbooks and classrooms—it should ignite ambition, inspire creativity, and open doors to real-world opportunities.

That is why TIIB has proudly launched the AED 2 Million Startup Fund, a first-of-its-kind initiative in student entrepreneurship designed to turn bright ideas into thriving enterprises. This fund reflects our deep commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial spirit and empowering students to step confidently into the global business arena.

More Than Just Funding—An Ecosystem for Innovation

The Startup Fund is not simply about financial backing; it is a comprehensive support system where students can:

• **Pitch Bold Ideas** – Students will have the opportunity to present their business concepts to a panel of investors, mentors, and industry leaders.
• **Receive Expert Mentorship** – Through personalized guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs and corporate professionals, students will learn the real challenges and strategies of building a business.
• **Access Essential Resources** – From workspace and technical support to business networks and investor introductions, TIIB ensures that every venture is set up for success.
• **Gain Practical Exposure** – By experiencing every stage of entrepreneurship—ideation, validation, prototyping, scaling, and pitching—students gain invaluable, hands-on business knowledge.

The Power of AED 2 Million in Student Innovation

With a dedicated investment pool of AED 2 Million, TIIB aims to:

• Fuel Student-Led Ventures – Support innovative startups that can make a mark locally and globally.
• Encourage Risk-Taking – Create a safe and supportive environment where students can experiment, learn, and grow.
• Transform Education into Opportunity – Bridge the gap between academic learning and entrepreneurial success.

Creating Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs Today

“By launching this fund, TIIB has gone beyond traditional academics to create a living innovation ecosystem. We believe that the next generation of leaders, problem-solvers, and entrepreneurs can come from our classrooms—provided they are given the right platform to test, fail, learn, and scale.”

“At TIIB, we don’t just teach business—we build businesses,” said Dr. Nezrin Midhlaj, CEO & Director of TIIB. “The AED 2 Million Startup Fund is a statement of belief in our students’ potential. Their ideas have value, and we are ready to invest in them.”

Why TIIB’s Startup Fund Stands Out

• **Holistic Support** – Capital, mentorship, and industry linkages all under one roof.
• **Global Mindset** – Preparing students not just for local impact but for international growth and scalability.
• **Inclusive Opportunities** – Open to students from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, making innovation a shared journey.
• **Long-Term Impact** – Building not just businesses, but job creators, leaders, and visionaries.