Entrepreneurship Lecture Series

As part of the programme, CMS will host an 8-hour lecture series covering key areas of entrepreneurship, with a special focus on applications relevant to mathematicians. The lecture series will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, from idea generation to navigating the Cambridge innovation ecosystem.

Lecture Schedule:

Monday, 24 February
Introduction to Entrepreneurship

• Course overview: What is entrepreneurship?
• The origin of ideas: Identifying promising concepts and avoiding pitfalls

Tuesday, 4 March
Crafting a Business Plan & Effective Presentation

• Building a strong business plan: Key components and their purpose
• Pitching essentials: Writing and presenting a compelling pitch deck

Tuesday, 11 March
Funding Strategies & Customer Insights

• Securing funding: Grants, debt, equity, dilution, and ownership structures
• Understanding customers: Marketing, sales strategies, product development, and go-to-market planning

Tuesday, 18 March
The Essentials: Legal, IP, and the Cambridge Ecosystem

• Navigating the basics: Legal structures, intellectual property, accounting, and HR essentials
• Leveraging local networks: An introduction to the Cambridge Ecosystem with guest speakers from key innovation hubs

Networking Opportunity

To conclude the lecture series, join us for drinks and nibbles at The Core, CMS after the final session on 18 March. This is a great opportunity to network with fellow participants, guest speakers, and members of the Cambridge entrepreneurial community.