Building Tomorrow's Business Leaders

Comprehensive venture building education that connects theory with real-world application through structured mentorship and hands-on project development

89% Complete Program Successfully

156 Ventures Launched by Alumni

24 Month Structured Program

Evidence-Based Learning Outcomes

Our structured approach to venture building education has produced measurable results across multiple cohorts since 2019. Students develop practical skills through guided project work and mentorship relationships that extend beyond program completion.

Average program completion rate of 89% with structured milestone tracking
156 student-led ventures launched with ongoing support and mentorship
Network of 340+ alumni actively engaged in business development roles
Partnership agreements with 23 established venture capital firms

Program Structure Comparison

Understanding different approaches to venture building education helps you choose the right fit for your learning goals and timeline preferences.

Learning Component	Traditional MBA Programs	Online Accelerators	phelanorvixa Approach
Program Duration	24 months full-time commitment	3-6 month intensive sessions	24 months with flexible scheduling
Practical Application	Case study analysis and theoretical frameworks	Live project work with time constraints	Real venture development with mentor guidance
Network Development	Alumni connections and professor relationships	Peer cohort and instructor access	Industry partnerships and ongoing mentor relationships
Financial Investment	,000 - 0,000 total program cost	,000 - ,000 depending on scope	Structured payment plans with performance milestones
Post-Completion Support	Alumni network and career services	Limited follow-up and community access	18-month continued mentorship and network access

24-Month Learning Journey

Our curriculum balances theoretical foundation with practical application. Each phase builds on previous learning while introducing new challenges that reflect real venture building scenarios.

Months 1-6

Foundation & Market Analysis

Develop core business analysis skills through market research projects, competitive analysis frameworks, and customer discovery methodologies. Students work with real companies to practice these concepts.

Market Research Financial Modeling Customer Discovery Competitive Analysis

Months 7-12

Venture Development

Apply foundation knowledge to develop business concepts through structured ideation processes, business model validation, and prototype development. Focus on building minimum viable products with mentor guidance.

Business Model Design Prototype Development User Testing Product Strategy

Months 13-18

Growth & Operations

Learn operational management, team building, and growth strategy implementation. Students manage real projects while developing leadership skills and understanding scaling challenges.

Operations Management Team Leadership Growth Strategy Performance Metrics

Months 19-24

Advanced Strategy & Launch

Execute comprehensive venture launch or integration into existing organizations. Develop advanced strategic thinking, partnership development, and long-term sustainability planning skills.

Strategic Planning Partnership Development Launch Execution Sustainability Planning

Industry Recognition & Partnerships

Our approach to venture building education has gained attention from established organizations in Canada's business development community. These partnerships provide students with real-world project opportunities and networking connections.

Toronto Business Development Centre

Student internship placements and mentor network access

Ontario Venture Capital Association

Guest speaker program and industry event access

Canadian Innovation Exchange

Project collaboration opportunities and research partnerships

Waterloo Region Economic Development

Regional business development initiatives and networking

The structured approach and mentor relationships made all the difference. Instead of just learning theory, I worked on actual business challenges with guidance from experienced professionals. The network I built continues to be valuable two years later.

Kieran Brookfield

Business Development Manager, 2023 Graduate

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

Our next cohort begins in September 2025. Applications open in June with rolling admission through August. Get more information about program requirements and application process.

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