Macau Information and Communication Technology Startup Plan Competition 2014
The Macau Innovation Technology Center (MANETIC) will host the Macau Information and Communication Technology Startup Plan Competition 2014 (InnoICT Startup Plan Competition 2014). This competition aims to cultivate more creative enterprises in Macau and promote the development of innovative information and communication technology. The competition is designed for tertiary students. MANETIC will provide winning teams with a genuine opportunity to implement their business plans, offering a series of rewards and software/hardware support in collaboration with various organizers, sponsors, and supporting units.
Competition Objectives
- Encourage and promote innovative thinking among Macau's tertiary students.
- Foster innovation and development in local ICT, supporting students in realizing their entrepreneurial ideals.
- Strengthen cooperation and communication between the ICT industry and the education sector.
Team Composition
- Teams must consist of 1 to 5 students, who can be freely combined from different tertiary institutions.
- At least half of the team members must hold a Macau Resident Identity Card. Macau students studying abroad may team up with local students.
- Past winners of this competition are not eligible to participate.
- Teams may invite advisors for guidance on competition matters and plan preparation.
- The business plan presentation must be conducted in Macau.
- The business plan must be related to information and communication technology.
Key Dates
- Registration: April 1 – June 20, 2014 (Online)
- Workshop: July 2, 2014 (Mandatory attendance)
- Plan Submission: By 5:00 PM, August 1, 2014
- Finalist Announcement: August 11, 2014
- Final Competition: August 16, 2014 (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Awards Ceremony & Banquet: August 18, 2014 (12:30 PM)
Dates are subject to change based on actual circumstances.
Awards
Through the support of various organizations, the competition provides winning teams with opportunities to implement their startup plans.
Champion Prize:
- Competition Certificate
- MOP 30,000 Cash Prize
- MOP 80,000 Startup Capital
- MANETIC Business Incubation Facilities & Support Services (*)
First Runner-up Prize:
- Competition Certificate
- MOP 18,000 Cash Prize
- MANETIC Business Incubation Facilities & Support Services (without office) (*)
Second Runner-up Prize:
- Competition Certificate
- MOP 12,000 Cash Prize
- MANETIC Business Incubation Facilities & Support Services (without office) (*)
Additional Support for All Winners:
- Support for innovative enterprise establishment and promotion (*)
- Software development tools and platforms for specific R&D (*)
- Business and technical training support (#)
- Business opportunities and investment exposure
(*) Note: Winning teams must establish a company and commence their startup plan in Macau to receive the startup capital and incubation services. If the champion team forfeits, the benefits will be passed to the next eligible team that establishes a company.
(#) Training Vouchers:
- 1st Place: MOP 1,500 in vouchers
- 2nd Place: MOP 1,000 in vouchers
- 3rd Place: MOP 500 in vouchers
Awards are subject to change. Please refer to the official website for the latest information.
Registration & Submission
- Registration Period: April 1 – June 20, 2014 via the official website.
- Submission Deadline: By 5:00 PM, August 1, 2014.
- Submission Address: Macau Innovation Technology Center (7/F, Macau Square, 43-53A Avenida do Infante D. Henrique, Macau).
- Required Materials:
- One printed copy of the business plan.
- A digital copy of the business plan on a CD or DVD.
- (Optional) A business plan introduction video of no more than 5 minutes.
- The list of finalists (up to 10 teams) will be announced on the official website on August 11, 2014.
Additional Information
- A business plan template is available for download on the official website.
- Each plan should not exceed 30 A4 pages (including images, charts, and appendices) and can be written in English or Chinese.
- Digital files must be submitted in .pdf or .doc format on a CD or DVD.
- Contact for Inquiries: Macau Innovation Technology Center
- All participants must comply with Macau SAR commercial laws. The organizer is not responsible for any violations.
- Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.
- The organizer is not liable for any intellectual property infringement by participants.
- All submitted materials will not be returned.
- Submitted data will be used solely for the competition.
- The organizer reserves the right of final decision on any disputes.
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