The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) has opened registration for its ‘Future Entrepreneur’ summer programme, a free initiative designed to instill business and innovation skills in Emirati students from a young age. Themed ‘Their Summer Today. Their Ventures Tomorrow,’ the programme targets students aged 4 to 18 across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra.
Quick Facts
- Targets Emirati students from ages 4 to 18.
- Free programme focused on entrepreneurship and innovation.
- Delivered in Arabic and English across three cities.
A Tailored Pathway From Play to Pitch
The programme is structured into four distinct educational cycles, each customized for a specific age group to ensure relevant and practical learning.
For the youngest participants aged 4-6, the Early Learners Cycle uses interactive play and storytelling to introduce the basic concepts of teamwork and entrepreneurship. The Foundational Cycle (7-9 years) builds on this by covering financial literacy, branding, and pricing strategies through hands-on activities like mini-market simulations.
Older students in the Intermediate Cycle (10-14 years) will focus on developing business ideas, building prototypes, and understanding financial modeling. This stage also strengthens their pitching and persuasion abilities. The Advanced Cycle (15-18 years) prepares the oldest cohort for the real world with in-depth business plan development, investor engagement simulations, and career mentoring to get them job-market ready.
Nurturing an Innovative Mindset
Through its curriculum of interactive workshops, business simulations, and mentorship sessions, KFED aims to equip young participants with a durable entrepreneurial mindset. The programme culminates in a graduation ceremony where students receive certificates of participation, marking their first step into a simulated business environment. KFED states its belief that investing in young talent is a cornerstone of building a prosperous and sustainable economy. With limited spots available, interested students are encouraged to apply through the official registration link.
About Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is an independent, non-profit organization established in 2007 under the Government of Abu Dhabi. Its mandate is to foster a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation while providing support to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) within the UAE’s ecosystem.
Source: Zawya
