Applications are open for the 2019 MEST Training Program for African entrepreneurs . MEST  offers a fully sponsored 12-month graduate-level entrepreneurial training in business, communications and software development, including extensive hands-on project work, culminating in a final pitch and the chance to receive seed funding.  MEST is looking for ambitious, driven entrepreneurs looking to build the next generation of globally successful software companies.

About MEST training program

The year-long training programme provides Entrepreneurs-in-Training (EITs) with MBA-level entrepreneurship training in business, software development and communications.

While diving deep into fundamental business and technology concepts, EITs complete 3 Capstones per year – they form teams, come up with an idea, build and validate a product, attain customers and pitch the idea in front of our board.

The year culminates in a final exam in the form of an investor pitch, after which some companies will receive seed funding and enter the MEST Incubator.

Eligibility

They are recruiting entrepreneurs with the following qualities

  • An entrepreneurial spirit and strong desire to start a company
  • Demonstrated personal drive, stamina, and self-motivation
  • Ability to meet goals and deadlines
  • Ability to work well in teams
  • Ability to communicate candidly and persuasively
  • Confidence and independent thinking
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Proven academic excellence
  • Excellent people skills

Application Requirements

They are looking for business-oriented applicants who are interested in learning how to start a software company. While it’s not a requirement to have previous coding experience, a strong interest in learning about technology is a must. They’ve designed the MEST programme to give participants the business and technical skills thyey’ll need to start a successful company.

Successful applications have the following:

  • A deep passion for starting a software company
  • Entrepreneurial or corporate work experience
  • A degree from a top University or Technical College (or equivalent experience)

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Deadline: February 8, 2019

Important points 

Please ensure the following

Recruitment locations

Final recruitment takes place in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa and Cote d’Ivoire.

Honesty is the best policy

All participants must provide personal information that is true and accurate.

100% Commitment

Accepted candidates must be able to commit to spending a year in Accra, Ghana at the MEST training program starting August.

Fully funded program

The MEST program is fully funded, including free tuition, room and board, 3 meals per day and a small monthly stipend.

More information >> Official website

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