Regional I-Corps Workshops
The regional UMD I-Corps Customer Discovery Workshops introduce teams and individuals with innovations to the concepts of business models and customer discovery.
UMD offers several live (over Zoom), instructor-led I-Corps workshops each year. You may only join these cohorts with instructor approval upon completing I-Corps Prep, a self-paced, online course.
I-Corps Prep
The I-Corps Prep mini course is the required first step of participating in I-Corps. It is self-paced, and allows you to enroll and complete it at any time.
Once you have completed I-Corps Prep, you will meet with an instructor to review the course content. They will then give you the next available dates of upcoming I-Corps Customer Discovery workshops ,which are listed in the section below.
Upcoming Workshops
Before Selecting an I-Corps Cohort, please indicate whether or not your team/company is based on university research and has a faculty PI at a university.
UMD I-Corps August 2024 Customer Discovery Workshops
To participate in the August I-Corps Workshops, you must complete I-Corps Prep, listed above, by Wednesday, August 7th (all dates are virtual). You will be able to access the application once you have completed I-Corps Prep.
Friday, August 16, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 1
Friday, August 23, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 2
Friday, August 30, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 3
UMD I-Corps October 2024 Customer Discovery Workshops
To participate in the October I-Corps Workshops, you must complete I-Corps Prep, listed above, by Wednesday, September 27th (all dates are virtual). You will be able to access the application once you have completed I-Corps Prep.
Friday, October 11, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 1
Friday, October 18, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 2
Friday, October 25, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class 3
MD Innovation Extension I-Corps Customer Discovery Training Workshops
Rolling Workshop Cohorts offer flexibility for participants to join and complete a series of three I-Corps Customer Discovery Training Workshops at their own pace. Workshops are available every other Wednesday, ensuring that you can find a schedule that fits your needs.
What Are Rolling Cohorts?
The Rolling Cohorts program provides the same rigorous training as our traditional Regional I-Corps Cohorts, with added flexibility and asynchronous support to accommodate diverse schedules. This program is designed for any entrepreneur based in Maryland or the Mid-Atlantic region.
Program Highlights:
- Flexible Scheduling: Join 90-minute workshops every other Wednesday (alternating at noon or 4 p.m.), allowing you to progress through the training series at a pace that works for you.
- Asynchronous Support: Access resources and support at any time, enabling you to balance your entrepreneurial pursuits with other commitments.
- Comprehensive Training: Receive the same high-quality instruction and materials as participants in our traditional I-Corps Cohorts.
- Open to All Entrepreneurs: Unlike traditional cohorts which are tailored for teams with an academic PI, Rolling I-Corps Cohorts welcome any entrepreneur from Maryland or the Mid-Atlantic region.
How to Get Started:
- First, Complete I-Corps Prep: Begin your journey by completing the I-Corps Prep module. This foundational course is crucial for your success in the Rolling Cohorts. Register for I-Corps Prep here.
- Second, Apply for the Rolling Cohorts: Once you have completed the I-Corps Prep, you can apply to join the Rolling Cohorts. Complete your application here.
Explore the flexibility of the Rolling Cohorts and take the first step toward advancing your entrepreneurial journey with I-Corps at the University of Maryland.
