Global Student Startup Competition

An international student startup competition taking place in Seoul, South Korea focused on the theme “The Next Generation of Media and Entertainment.” Participating student teams receive mentorship from entrepreneurial experts, attend a two-day Seoul Pitch Bootcamp, and present pitches in preliminary and final rounds. The event includes networking, workshops, and opportunities for prize awards. Activities occur alongside the Asian Leadership Conference and include Seoul immersion and social events.

Mentorship from entrepreneurial leaders, participation in a two-day Seoul Pitch Bootcamp with workshops, pitching opportunities in preliminary and final rounds, networking and immersion activities, and potential prizes.

Student teams selected or nominated via universities; participating universities include international and Korean universities listed on the programme.

Universities select and finalize student teams which are then paired with mentors and enter the competition pathway culminating in an in-Seoul bootcamp and pitch rounds.