How to join
The contest runs through the community. This community is very well protected and has the following features:
- Ability to upload the concept definition, feasibility study and business plan
- Feedback from the judges in your personal account after each round
- You will be able to order the 'starting up' handbook.
- Contacting other participants
- Applications for coaches
- Specific questions can be asked to the specialist consultants
- Registering for seminars and award ceremonies
The New Venture Business Plan Competition is divided in three rounds. Sign up with the community to stay updated on deadlines etc.
Plans can be sent in both Dutch and English.
Costs
Participation in the first round is free. From the second round, you pay €37.50 per team. The amount you pay is for the book "Starting Up, Achieving success with professional business planning," which is used as a guide for the competition. Several people in your team? We offer multiple books at a reduced discount:
2 books: €70
3 books: €100
4 books: €120
If you start in the third round, you also pay €37.50 per team.
Manual
The manual is specifically designed for participants of the New Venture competition by McKinsey & Company in association with successful entrepreneurs and investors. The structure of the New Venture business plan is based on this manual and provides a clear structure and tips for writing your business plan. It is indispensable for a solid and structured business plan.
Statement of confidentiality
The start of a business is a sensitive phase. Therefore anyone involved with New Venture with insight into your plan has signed a statement of confidentiality. The competition regulations can be found here.
