The IP Venture Scheme was first initiated by Knowledge Transfer Sub-office in 2025, which complements the EASE Fund by facilitating the transfer of knowledge and EdUHK's research outcomes into real-life applications that benefit society. Through this Kick-off event, we aim to bring together government officials, EdUHK academics, and the entrepreneurial community to create synergy and forge meaningful connections.
The scheme is funded by "HYAB Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area" under the "Youth Development Fund" of the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau and the Youth Development Commission.
Eligibility:
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Application must be made on a team basis (i.e. more than one person) with a team leader.
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The team leader must be student (full-time or part-time) or alumnus of EdUHK.
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Each team MUST include at least one EdUHK staff as an advisor.
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EdUHK Team members (inc. team leader who shall hold ≥ 20% shares) must hold majority shares (≥ 51% in total) of the company.
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If the team has already formed a company, the company must not be registered for more than 2 years as of the EASE Fund Scheme application deadline.
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Applicant needs to hold a Hong Kong permanent resident ID card and be between age 18 to 39.
Winning teams will receive:
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Seed funding up to HK$600,000
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Comprehensive entrepreneurship training
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Professional mentorship
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Valuable networking opportunities with industry experts and investors
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Support your expansion into the local and Greater Bay Area markets
Start-Up Clinic
If you are seeking for avice on start-up idea/ business model/ pitch deck/ other related matters, you can meet our start-up consultant!