Saint Francis University - SFU Young Innovators Business Camp 2025

SFU Young Innovators Business Camp 2025

Overview

The Saint Francis University (SFU) Young Innovators Business Camp 2025 is a five-day immersive programme designed for aspiring young innovators, taking place from 28 July to 1 August 2025. The camp offers participants practical exposure to real-world business environments through experiential learning activities. Throughout the camp, teams will develop and pitch their own business ideas, simulating the entrepreneurial process. On the final day, each team will present its business concept in a pitch challenge. Outstanding ideas may be recommended for further mentorship and support through SFU's Innovative Incubation Centre (IIC), which helps early-stage entrepreneurs accelerate their growth with mentorship, industry insights, and financial support.

Objectives

To develop participants' entrepreneurial and business skills through immersive, experiential learning activities such as practical workshops and pitch challenge, with an emphasis on problem-solving, teamwork, and business model development.
To provide participants with a clear overview of degree and sub-degree programme structures and progression opportunities (e.g., higher diploma to bachelor's degree).
To provide participants with direct exposure to SFU's facilities and campus environment, helping them become familiar with the academic setting and student life at SFU.

Programme Period

28 July (Mon) – 1 August 2025 (Fri), from 10:00 am to 04:00 pm.

Programme Highlights

Attend lectures by experienced university professors
Apply the principles of business during amazing experiential learning
Participate in daily hands-on activities and team projects
Expand social and cultural horizons by experiencing the campus life of SFU
Gain valuable networking opportunities and build new friendships

Eligibility

Applicants must be Form 4 to Form 6 secondary students in the 2024–25 academic year and join together in teams.
Each team shall comprise up to 3 students from the same school, but mixed-form teams are allowed.
Each school may submit more than one application.

Medium of Instruction

English

Application

Each team should submit the following documents:

A completed application form; and
A short business idea proposal (Maximum 800 words in English) that includes:
- Your business concept – What is your product or service?
- The problem it solves – What need or challenge does it address?
- Who it's for – Who are your potential customers or users?
- Why it's different – What makes your idea unique?

To apply, please click here or scan the QR code.

Suggested Themes

Teams may choose any topic, but here are some ideas to spark creativity:

Solving everyday student problems
Simple tech tools or mobile apps
Green or sustainable products
Low-cost travel or lifestyle services
Pop-up food or snack concepts
Online business or content ideas
Improving school life or well-being
Other ongoing school business project

Briefing Session

The School will hold a briefing session on 22 May 2025 from 03:00 pm to 03:30 pm via Zoom. The session will provide an introduction to SFU Young Innovators Business Camp 2025, offering insights into the objectives, structure and format.

For registration, please click here or scan the QR code.

Selection Results and Announcement

Application deadline: 27 June 2025 (by 05:00 pm)
A panel of BHM faculty members will review all submissions and shortlist 10 finalist teams to join the 5-day camp. Results will be announced on 4 July 2025 via both email and phone.
Each school may have one or more teams joining the camp.

Selection Criteria (First Stage Proposal)

*Criteria*	*Weighting*	*Explanation*
Creativity & Innovation	25%	How original, imaginative, or inventive is the idea? Does it present a fresh approach, new concept, or novel solution that stands out from existing ideas?
Market Potential & Feasibility	25%	Does the idea have a clear target audience and real-world potential? Can it be realistically implemented with available resources and within the current market context?
Social Impact	25%	How does the idea contribute positively to society or address a meaningful problem? Will it make a difference in the lives of its users or the community at large?
Clarity	25%	Is the proposal clearly written, well-structured, and easy to understand? Are the goals, concept, and value of the idea communicated effectively?

Capacity

Maximum 10 teams to join the summer camp (Each team will consist of up to 3 students)

Participation Fees

Free

Award

A certificate will be awarded to participants who attend at least 80% of the camp.

Pitch Challenge

On the final day of the camp, each team will give a 15-minute pitch presentation, applying the knowledge and skills gained in the camp to its original business ideas.

Format

Each team will consist of up to 3 students
Total time per team: 15 minutes
10 minutes for presentation in either English or Cantonese
5 minutes for Q&A from the judging panel
Presentations may include slides, props, or visual aids
Business plans should be related to the themes and learning topics of the camp (e.g., marketing, finance, branding, company structure)

Prizes for pitch challenge

Top teams will be rewarded at the closing ceremony:

1^stPrize:	3 x Lunch Buffet at The Chef's Table at Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East
2^nd Prize:	3 x Logitech Wireless Mice
3^rd Prize:	3 x HKD100 Starbucks Coupons

Outstanding ideas may be recommended for further mentorship and support through SFU's Innovative Incubation Centre (IIC).

Personal information collection statement

The personal information provided in this form will be used solely by the SFU for the purpose of processing your application for the SFU Young Innovators Business Camp 2025. All data will be handled in accordance with the requirements of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal information held by the SFU. For such requests, please contact us at bhmsc@sfu.edu.hk.

SFU reserves the right to use photographs, video, and audio recordings taken during the above-mentioned programme for lawful purposes, including the production of promotional materials for SFU. These materials may include, but are not limited to, social media platforms, websites, publications, newsletters, and our partners' promotional channels. By registering for the programme, participants accept these terms and consent to the use of such media without restriction, compensation, or remuneration.

Contact us

For enquiry, please contact Miss Lau (3702-4578 or bhmsc@sfu.edu.hk) or Dr. Michael T.H. Lai (3702-4576 or thlai@sfu.edu.hk).

Remarks: Saint Francis University reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of the competition. In case of any disputes, the University reserves the right of final decision.