Entrepreneurs Week 2009 is an initiative of Student Entrepreneurs in partnership with other organisations committed to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation on university campuses around Victoria.

Kicking it off with the opening ceremony on Friday 7 August, the Week's events include presentations by prestigious speakers, panel discussions, workshops, mini-competitions and the Innovators' Challenge.

The Innovators' Challenge, an "Apprentice-style" competition being run throughout the week, asks teams of students to create as much 'value' as possible from an assigned everyday object. 'Value' can be defined in economic, social, aesthetic or other terms.

Don't miss out - put the following into your calendar:

Friday 7th Aug: Opening ceremony + Launch of Innovators Challenge
Monday 10th Aug: ICT Start-up Day
Tuesday 11th Aug: Student Entrepreneurs Day
Wednesday 12th Aug: Innovations Day
Thursday 13th Aug: Social & Sustainable Entrepreneurs Day
Friday 14th Aug: Closing ceremony + Innovators Challenge showcase and awards night

More details will be posted closer to the event. To get a better idea of what it's all about, check out last year's page.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Who can attend Entrepreneurs Week events?

Events are open to everyone: all students, alumni, members of the greater university community, and the general public. Only Victorian university students can compete in the Innovators Challenge, though anyone can attend the exciting launch and finals events of the Challenge, and are encouraged to do so!

Do I need to register or RSVP?

Seating for all events is first come, first served, so plan to get there early! However, we appreciate if you pre-register so that we know the numbers for catering.

What is the cost?

All events are free, and free refreshments are served at all events.

How can I get involved?

For university students:

• Participate in the Innovators Challenge and win prizes!
• Volunteer to help out at an event and gain a more in-depth networking opportunity - potential volunteers should email enquiries@eweek.org.au
• Join the Student Entrepreneurs mailing list to become part of the Melbourne University entrepreneurship community.
• Attend as many events as you can!

For alumni, businesses and other members of the community who would like to be involved:

• Sponsor E-Week or a specific event - please contact enquiries@eweek.org.au for details
• Donate audience prizes (giveaway items with or without your company logo).
• Donate prizes for the Innovators Challenge winners.
• Nominate judges for the Innovators Challenge.
• Plan to attend any or all of the events.