Zell Entrepreneurship Program

Over the past 25 years, Zell alumni have established over 180 companies, of which more than 80 are currently active. More than 30 companies have been acquired, and 5 have become listed companies. Collectively, these companies have raised $6.4B and created 7,400 new jobs. Notable portfolio companies include:

Each year, after a rigorous selection process that spans several months to evaluate candidates’ entrepreneurial spirit and leadership potential, the faculty selects 16–20 outstanding individuals from hundreds of applicants.

Beginning with the 2025 cohort, the program will accept only candidates who have completed all required academic duties toward a bachelor’s degree or are in their final year of a master’s degree.

Each year, the Zell Program launches a redesigned structure, with updated content that refines and elevates the experience to a new level. All updates will be published in January 2026.

• Info session I: January 4th at 13:00.
• Application opens: January 6th at 10:00.
• Early bird applications will be reviewed first, offering higher chances of admission.
• Info session II: February 15th at 13:00.
• Application closes: Thursday, March 5th at 23:59.