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Create your startup
and obtain a Master's
Genoa ES is the first mix between a Master’s and an accelerator program.
You can build your start-up full time, leveraging networks in the US and EU, whilst obtaining a Master's degree.
Go from ideation to fundraising in 8 months and obtain a Master degree at the same time.
No prior experience or idea needed.
The Genoa ES experience equips young technical or business talent with the experience and industry secrets needed to become effective founders or leaders in the United States and Europe. We offer a comprehensive blend of technical and hard skills, complemented by personalised guidance from a robust network and real-world practice, all while studying at prestigious universities and working in some of the most inspiring cities in the world.
75%
of our students raised funding
$320K
average raised by our students
No idea or start up experience required
Washington, San Fransisco, New York (US), Genoa (Europe), thought fully in English
70% of students is international
8 months, full-time, on campus
80 ETCs European Master Degree
Applications closing June 2024
Intake on September 2024
3 month internship, Bsc Degree, IELTS 7.0 or higher required
Fee €23,000. Scholarships are available.
Have a question?
Connect with our team to get all your questions answered or download the brochure to read more.
Explore US & EU
Explore two continents and 4 locations in a year and experience the international scene of entrepreneurship.
Washington D.C.
Georgetown University, located in Washington, D.C., serves as an excellent partner for Genoa Entrepreneurship School. Through its renowned business programs and extensive network, Georgetown enhances the entrepreneurial journey for Genoaes students.
The university's presence in the dynamic D.C. ecosystem further enriches the learning experience, providing access to mentorship, internships, and funding opportunities, thus fostering innovation and success.
New York
Genoa Entrepreneurship School connects students to New York City's vibrant startup ecosystem, offering access to opportunities, resources, and expertise.
Through partnerships and networking events, students tap into the energy and innovation of New York's entrepreneurial landscape, leveraging diverse talent, funding options, and market access to drive their startup ideas forward with Genoaes support.
Silicon Valley
Genoa Entrepreneurship School offers students a gateway to Silicon Valley's vibrant ecosystem.
Through strategic partnerships, Genoaes connects students with the innovation, expertise, and opportunities of Silicon Valley, empowering them to accelerate their entrepreneurial journey.
Genoa
Genoa Entrepreneurship School links students directly to the thriving startup scene in Genoa, Italy. With Genoaes guidance, students tap into local networks, resources, and opportunities to kickstart their entrepreneurial ventures. By leveraging Genoa's expertise and connections, students gain access to mentorship, funding, and market insights, empowering them to navigate and succeed in Italy's dynamic startup landscape.
What you'll learn
& Where you learn
Earn global recognition with our curriculum from the University of Genoa and Georgetown.
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"At Genoa ES, I've seen students flourish, armed with knowledge, resilience, and a supportive community. It's inspiring to witness their growth and innovation as they navigate the startup landscape."
Alessandro Cannas,
Product Manager @Bard.ai
Program Mentor
Master startup theory essentials for your entrepreneurial journey. Gain insights into evidence-based entrepreneurship, business models, leadership, venture capital, legal aspects, scaling, and impactful presentations.
Dive into practical startup experience. Validate and strengthen your concept with insights into market research, customer validation, hypothesis formulation, outreach strategies, user communication, and co-founder selection.
Discover Silicon Valley's innovation hub. Learn from industry leaders about customer retention, product scalability, team management, and fundraising. Gain insights into organic growth, storytelling, investor engagement, and legal matters, preparing for startup success.
Craft a captivating pitch. Learn storytelling, visual presentation, and keyword selection. Practice and iterate, culminating in a thrilling pitch competition. Earn a prestigious Georgetown University Completion Certificate.
Unlock startup success in Genoa with essential strategies. From planning and budgeting to sales and product development, explore startup economics, European business law, and technical product management. Maximize growth through social media marketing, project management, and B2B sales. Master strategic follow-up, fundraising, and communication for lasting success.
Gain experience by putting theory into practice
We believe that learning by doing and having a real world experience is the best way to grow and learn.
Practical 1:1 guidance at any time
Industry and role specific 1:1 sessions with mentors available every day.
Risk-Free Exploration
Take time to ideate, test and fail risk free. No start up needed to graduate.
Crafting Your Startup Journey
Co found with another student with complementary skills or work alone.
Guidance in Action
Spend 1/3 of the class hours with professors, 2/3 with mentors.
Launch while studying like Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, or Elon Musk but with time and support.
20%
of 500 top founders launched while studying.
93%
Georgetown MiM students received a job offer, Class 2022.
2H
the average class time a day. So you have time to work.
$7.5 B
raised by Genoa ES mentors who are founders.
Grow your idea
surrounded by great people
Learn from 100+ industry experts with decades of big-tech experience.
Get to know your mentors & network
Launch and boost your idea fast
Engage in regular 1:1 sessions with personalized mentor, ensuring guidance tailored to your entrepreneurial journey.
Bei Zhang
Head of Marketing Analytics at Grammarly ($13 bln valuation)
Alessandro Cannas
Product Manager at Bard.ai (Google) (1.65 trillion valuation)
Douglas Leone
Global Managing Partner at Sequoia ($88 bln under management.)
Prasanna Sankar
Co-Founder at Rippling.com ($11.3 bln valuation)
Francois de Bodinat
Chief Product Officer at Younited ($1.3 bln valuation)
Bei Zhang
Head of Marketing Analytics at Grammarly ($13 bln valuation)
Alessandro Cannas
Product Manager at Bard.ai (Google) (1.65 trillion valuation)
Douglas Leone
Global Managing Partner at Sequoia ($88 bln under management.)
Prasanna Sankar
Co-Founder at Rippling.com ($11.3 bln valuation)
Frabcois de Bodinat
Chief Product Officer at Younited ($1.3 bln valuation)
Alessandro Cannas
Product Manager at Bard.ai (Google) (1.65 trillion valuation)
Douglas Leone
Global Managing Partner at Sequoia ($88 bln under management.)
Prasanna Sankar
Co-Founder at Rippling.com ($11.3 bln valuation)
Frabcois de Bodinat
Chief Product Officer at Younited ($1.3 bln valuation)
Life-changing for the students
Read directly from the Master participants, how the Genoa ES Master helped them launch.
New York
Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley
New York
New York
7 mln raised within 6 months of the demo day from the last Genoa ES cohort
