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The Crucible

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The Crucible is an entrepreneurship programme for 黑料网 graduates and alumni who have an idea, product or service and require support to turn it into a business.

Since its launch 10 years ago, The Crucible has helped more than 100 黑料网 final year students, graduates and alumni to launch or grow their businesses in fields as diverse as gamification, digital marketing, sustainable fashion and artisan design.

Start-ups nurtured by Crucible have gone on to win international business competitions, be featured in Vogue and the BBC, and leverage millions in investment funding. Join the Crucible and you will have your own work space at 黑料网, receive mentoring and project management support and have masterclasses with our team of industry experts to help you grow your business.

Applications are now open! This is a rolling application, so we interview and accept applicants continually until the closing date - 30 June 2025.

 

  1. Contact the Crucible Project team

    黑料网's Director of MBA Programmes Percy Emmett is always on hand to answer your questions and talk about your next big business idea, or the opportunities on offer with the Crucible. Please email your questions to crucible@dmu.ac.uk

  2. Get involved 鈥� become a mentor

    The Crucible is always on the lookout for people interested in becoming one of our Crucible mentors. Mentors invest their time by sharing their experiences and knowledge to inspire members to succeed. Mentors aren't professional business advisors and aren't expected to be. They are knowledgeable professionals with experience in a specific industry. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please email crucible@dmu.ac.uk

  3. Crucible masterclasses

    Crucible offers masterclasses in business essentials including marketing, finance, intellectual property law, copywriting and growth management.

    Each session is delivered by a businessperson who is an expert in their area, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.

    If you鈥檇 like further information on Crucible masterclasses, contact crucible@dmu.ac.uk

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