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Dreaming of becoming an entrepreneur?
In this blog post, we explore how studying in Australia will help you think like an entrepreneur and give you access to one of the leading startup ecosystems in the world.
Studying with one of Australia’s world-class education providers will help you to think and learn in new ways. This means learning how to look for opportunities, adapt to change and view mistakes as a chance to try something different or improve.
There are many specialised Australian courses in business-related studies. You will also find a wide range of qualifications that encourage you to think like an entrepreneur, no matter what subject area you are studying.
In fact, many international students and graduates in Australia studying all kinds of courses have gone on to start their own business. Take, for example, Mandeep from India whose engineering studies helped to launch his career as both an engineer and entrepreneur.
If you are looking for a specialist qualification, there are many study options available, such as:
Australia offers an ideal ecosystem for international students who dream of becoming entrepreneurs. According to Statista, Australia is considered one of the quickest countries in the world to start a business. Here are just some of the reasons why:
Australia has a range of entrepreneurship programs to help you turn your innovative ideas into a thriving business.
One example is the Australian Governement's Entrepreneurs' Programme which helps startups grow and scale their businesses.
You can also join startup ‘incubators’, which are collaborative programs that help new startups succeed.
There are many business competitions and mentorship programs where you can gain hands-on experience and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs.
To find out what business and startup support services are available to you, do a web search for startup programs in your Australian city.
Australia is home to many innovation hubs and technology parks. These hubs bring together startups, established companies, researchers and investors in collaborative environments. There are many innovation hubs around Australia including some run by universities.
Some major hubs include:
If you're ready to start your entrepreneurial journey, head to our Course Search tool and start enquiring with education providers today.