​🚀 What is it?

​The Startup Simulator is an immersive, one-day experience where student teams step into the shoes of startup founders. Given pre-defined startup ideas, participants navigate the key stages of building a company: from market validation and MVP development to branding, legal setup, and investor pitching. The goal is not just to compete, but to learn. By experiencing the real challenges and decisions entrepreneurs face, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to turn their own future ideas into reality.

​🎓 Who should come?

​This event is perfect for:

• ​Students passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation

• ​Aspiring founders who want to experience the startup journey in a compressed, high-energy format

• ​Future business leaders looking to develop practical skills in market analysis, product development, and pitching

• ​Anyone curious about what it takes to build a startup from scratch

​No prior startup experience and startup ideas required, just bring your creativity, ambition, and willingness to learn!

​💡 What will participants experience?

• ​Learn from experienced startup coaches and successful founders about the five pillars of startup success: market research, MVP development, pitching, legal foundations, and marketing/branding.

• ​Work intensively with your team to build your startup concept, guided by coaches and inspired by presentations from real startup CEOs.

• ​Present your work to a jury of industry experts including investors, legal professionals, and marketing specialists. The best teams win prizes! 🏆

• ​Network with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, and judges over apéro. 🥂

​⭐ Why attend?

• ​Real-world experience compressed into one action-packed day

• ​Expert mentorship from startup coaches and successful founders

• ​Practical skills you can apply immediately

• ​Networking opportunities with investors and industry professionals

• ​Competition and prizes for the best startup presentations

• ​Fun, collaborative environment with like-minded peers

​Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship for the first time or ready to launch your own venture, the Startup Simulator offers an unforgettable learning experience! ✨

​Details

​📅 When: 29. November
📍 Where: Andreasturm, Zürich
🎟️ Tickets: Free. Spots are limited!!

​Registration deadline: Wednesday, 18.11.2026 23:59pm!!

​Once we receive your registration, we will carefully evaluate your application and get back to you as soon as possible regarding the outcome.