The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI), a key arm of the IsDB Group, has opened applications for its “Entrepreneurial Mindset Development Program: From Idea to Market”. The global initiative is being launched in collaboration with the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Management and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) and targets entrepreneurs in IsDB member countries, OIC countries, and Muslim communities worldwide.
Program Overview and Mission
This initiative is a cornerstone of a program aimed at supporting and empowering entrepreneurs. The program is delivered through three intensive modules over three months, blending live online sessions with immersive, in-person learning experiences at the MBSC campus in King Abdullah Economic City. The shared vision is to create a stimulating environment for innovation and promote sustainable economic growth based on responsible investment and ethical business practices.
What Participants Will Receive
The program offers a rigorous yet flexible curriculum designed to provide a transformative experience. Participants will benefit from:
- Hybrid Learning: A blend of live online sessions, self-paced learning, and in-person applied learning experiences.
- Expert Interaction: The opportunity to interact with a selection of global experts in economics and investment.
- Core Skills: Training in entrepreneurial opportunity recognition, business model innovation, financial management, and go-to-market strategy.
- Global Networking: A platform to exchange experiences and build a strong professional network with peers from diverse cultures.
- MBSC Certification: Participants will receive a certificate upon completion.
Who Should Apply?
The program is designed to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs rooted in innovation, purpose, and impact. It is open to ambitious entrepreneurs and innovators from:
- The 57 Member Countries of the Islamic Development Bank.
- Countries within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
- Muslim communities around the world.
Key Dates and How to Apply
Application Deadline: The final deadline to apply is September 15, 2025.
Program Dates: The program is structured in four modules starting on October 16th and concluding on December 10th.
How to Apply: Interested applicants can register on the official program page here.
About the Organizers
This program is a partnership between the Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI), the knowledge beacon of the IsDB Group, and the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Management and Entrepreneurship (MBSC), a leading institution for business education in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to foster a new generation of ethical, visionary leaders who can drive impact and transformation.
Source: Economy Today
