Programme details
Overview
Impulse is a three-month action-learning programme designed to transform high-potential innovations into serious commercial propositions. Running from late April through early July, the programme delivers a structured curriculum that takes you from idea validation through to your first investor pitch.
Over the course of the programme, participants will participate in interactive workshops, group and one-to-one mentoring sessions, and curated networking events designed to build new relationships with powerful allies. Content includes essential topics such as customer discovery, business model development, IP strategy, fundraising, and pitch preparation. Each cohort concludes with a Demo Day where you'll have the chance to present your refined proposition to an audience of investors, industry partners, and the wider Cambridge innovation community.
Modules and key dates
The elements of Impulse
Workshops (hybrid)
This is not an academic course. Our workshops are delivered by successful entrepreneurs, innovators and industry experts with years of experience to share.
Workshops are engaging, interactive and focused on practical issues.
Total content: 30+ hours (modules A-C)
Mentor sessions (hybrid)
Each mentor group includes 4-6 participants with similar innovation areas and/or needs. Your experienced mentor will work with you individually and as a group to provide practical help, advice and guidance.
Total content: 24+ hours (modules A-C)
One-to-one discussions (online)
Access time with lawyers, accountants, marketing professionals, investors, entrepreneurs and other experts. Our 50+ person team is ready to help you with one-to-one advice and mentoring.
Total content: 8+ hours (module B)
Networking (in person)
Our invitation only events connect you to the wider community of entrepreneurs, investors, corporate "intrapreneurs" and business professionals from Cambridge and beyond. Build your network in a friendly, supportive environment.
Total content: 9+ hours (modules A and C)
Pitch panel
At the end of the programme you have the opportunity to pitch your business idea to a small, select group of angel investors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and corporate innovation managers. Gain honest, detailed feedback as you build towards raising investment in future.
(Module C)
Express your interest in Impulse 2027
To express your interest and receive a brochure and full application details as soon as applications open in November, please use this form: