The Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Education is a specialized three-month hybrid program designed to assist promising startups in the education sector that utilize AI technology to expand and innovate in a responsible manner.
Following the completion of the core three-month curriculum, participants in the Google Startup Academy will benefit from ongoing product support and mentorship from Google, aimed at helping them overcome their unique business challenges.
This article provides an in-depth overview of the training program, including eligibility requirements, the benefits of participation, the program duration, and a step-by-step guide to applying successfully.
Google for Startup Academy Details:
The Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Education features an engaging mix of workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking events. This comprehensive program is designed to help founders develop data-driven strategies for customer acquisition and partnership building, use emerging technologies for responsible innovation, and successfully enter new markets.
The program includes two in-person sessions, with the locations to be announced shortly. The remainder of the program will be conducted virtually, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for participants from various locations.
Eligibility Requirements for Google for Startup Academy 2024
To be considered for the Google for Startup Academy, you must meet the following criteria:
- Seed to Series A startups currently based in Europe, the Middle East, and/or Africa —but looking to scale internationally.
- Leveraging AI to address education challenges including reskilling, executive education, coaching, and more.
- Demonstrated traction, such as a clear track record of users and revenue.
- Scalable product or service, with both a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model.
Benefits of Google for Startup Academy 2024
The Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Education offers a rich array of equity-free support and resources:
- Equity-Free Support: Participants receive access to Google products and resources without giving up any equity.
- Hands-On Mentorship: Direct technical consulting and personalized support from Google mentors and AI experts.
- Strategic & Product Support: Guidance on AI integration, and overall company and product strategy development.
- Leadership Training: Customized training sessions designed to enhance leadership and management skills.
- Global Expansion: Assistance from mentors and Google teams to explore and seize international business opportunities.
- Networking & Community: Opportunities to connect with venture capitalists, industry leaders, and fellow entrepreneurs. Participants also gain membership in an exclusive alumni network.
