Entrepreneurial Greenhouse Program: B8598-099

Greenhouse
About
Important Dates
Eligibility
Apply

About the Entrepreneurial Greenhouse Program

The Entrepreneurial Greenhouse Program is a selective, application-based course that helps second-year Columbia Business School students prepare their businesses for investment by providing support and guidance throughout the semester, funding for expenses, access to experts in key fields, and opportunities to present their businesses to professional investors.

During their participation in the class, students consult with seed funders to refine their presentations. Sponsors — which include venture capital firms, Internet incubators, law firms, technology providers, and accounting and consulting firms — provide financial support, pro bono services, and advice.

The Greenhouse class also helps many students prepare for application to the Lang Fund Selection Process.

Important Dates

The application deadline has passed.

Eligibility

Second-year students are eligible to apply. A highly selective screening process determines entrance into this class. Presentations will be evaluated on the following criteria:

Feasibility including market assessment
Profitability for profit-making ventures/financial sustainability for not for profit ventures
Passion and commitment of the founding team
Competitive insulation and strategic differentiation/advantage
Risk identification and management
Quality of presentation
Knowledge of key elements of the business

Note that while the Greenhouse admission process is stage-agnostic, preference is given to ventures that have shown initial traction and/or other type of market validation.

1,000 bid points is required for enrollment.