iBicocca: An Ecosystem of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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When innovation, education, and sustainability come together, extraordinary opportunities arise.
For the past two years, Be-Boost has been leading iBicocca, a project aimed at transforming the University of Milano-Bicocca into a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. This intense six-month journey goes beyond simply imparting skills—it guides students and researchers in shaping concrete and sustainable entrepreneurial ideas.
A Growing and Self-Sustaining Ecosystem
The goal of iBicocca is clear: to create a fertile environment where young talents can learn, experiment, and launch innovative projects with a strong methodological foundation. It’s more than just an acceleration program—it's a continuously evolving ecosystem that enriches itself year after year with new skills, connections, and opportunities.
Over the past two years, more than 200 students have participated in this program, supported by mentors, startups, and industry professionals. We've designed a dynamic mix of workshops, hackathons, networking sessions, and hands-on training to ensure that every participant is equipped with the right tools to take on the entrepreneurial challenge. The result? Twenty-one entrepreneurial projects born within the university and hundreds of students impacted.
Conscious Innovation: A New Mindset for the Future
One of the most exciting aspects of iBicocca is the participants’ ability to think beyond mere profit. Every idea developed is not only innovative but also aimed at generating a positive impact on society and the environment. This approach stems from the awareness that the future of business cannot be separated from social responsibility and sustainability.
We work with students to reinforce this mindset, providing practical tools to turn an idea into a solid and scalable business model. The program helps develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and risk management—essential competencies for tomorrow’s leaders. In an ever-evolving market, shaping a new generation of conscious decision-makers means actively contributing to building a more balanced and sustainable future.
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200
Impacted Students
21
Developed Projects
16
Companies and Startups Involved
Beyond the Program: A Growing Network
iBicocca is not just an educational experience—it’s a launchpad. The connections formed during the program become part of a larger network where ideas, people, and skills intersect and inspire one another. Alumni continue to grow and collaborate, creating a virtuous cycle that strengthens the entrepreneurial ecosystem both within and beyond the university.
For Be-Boost, iBicocca is much more than a project—it’s a mission. Each edition reaffirms the immense potential of young people and how, with the right support, they can turn their visions into reality. We will continue to invest in this initiative because we believe that innovation, when guided by awareness and responsibility, can truly make a difference.