Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions people ask most.

Use this central FAQ page for questions relevant across Building Dreams programs, cohorts, partnerships, and mentorship models.

01 / PLATFORM

About Building Dreams

What is Building Dreams?

Building Dreams is an entrepreneurship and venture-building platform that supports school students, university students, early-stage founders and educational institutions.

Is Building Dreams a startup incubator?

It can deliver pre-incubation and accelerator-style programs, as well as entrepreneurship education and venture-building support. The exact offering depends on the partnership or program.

Does every participant need to start a company?

No. The purpose is to develop entrepreneurial capabilities and help participants make informed decisions about their ideas.

02 / CURRICULUM

Programs

How do I choose the right program?

Dreamers Lab is designed for Grades 9–12. Student Entrepreneurs is for university students exploring or building ventures. University programs are designed for institutions and their entrepreneurship ecosystems.

Are the programs online or offline?

Delivery formats will be specified for each cohort or institutional partnership.

How much do programs cost?

Pricing depends on the program, duration, delivery model and level of support. Publish confirmed pricing or explain how to request a quote once the commercial model is finalised.

03 / ECOSYSTEM

Mentoring and Funding

Can I speak to a mentor?

Mentor access may be available through selected programs and partnerships, depending on mentor availability and participant needs.

Will Building Dreams fund my startup?

Building Dreams does not guarantee investment. Its primary role is to help participants validate, develop and progress their ideas. Relevant introductions may be considered where appropriate.

Can my university partner with Building Dreams?

Yes. Institutions can enquire about program design, pre-incubation, founder cohorts, accelerators and broader ecosystem development.

04 / MILESTONES

Participation and Outcomes

Will I receive a certificate?

Certificate eligibility and criteria will be communicated for each program.

What if my idea doesn’t work?

Learning that an idea needs to change—or should not be pursued—is a valuable outcome when the decision is informed by evidence.

How do you measure success?

We focus on learning, execution and measurable progress appropriate to each participant’s stage.

Didn’t find your answer?

Reach out to our venture team — we’ll point you to the right program, cohort, or institutional partnership.