QUest – Graduate Market Discovery Programme

Are you a Queen’s University Belfast graduate (or aiming to graduate in 2025), working on developing a business that has started gaining traction? Ready to refine your business model, engage more deeply with potential customers, and prepare for growth? QUest is here to help you take your business to the next level!

🚀 Ready to take the next step? Apply Now!

Running from May to November 2025, this fully funded customer discovery programme is designed to support businesses that are beyond the initial idea stage and actively testing their concepts with potential customers. Through expert guidance, mentorship, and financial support, QUest will help you build a stronger, customer-focused business model.

What’s in it for you?

• Masterclasses – Learn from experts in marketing, communication, branding, intellectual property, funding, financial planning, and business strategy.
• Personalised Mentorship – Connect with experienced business advisers, confidence and resilience coaches, and QUB’s extensive alumni network.
• Customer Discovery Bootcamp – Work with The Helix Way to refine your value proposition, improve customer engagement, and develop a customer-centric approach.
• Digital Testing Support – Access specialist digital testing resources and funding to fine-tune your business concept.
• Pitching & Investment – Receive professional pitch training and the chance to present your business to real-life investors.
• Financial Support – Each business receives a £1,500 monthly stipend (June – November 2025) to cover living costs. (Total £9,000 per business)
• Opportunity to access funding from QUBIS.

Key Dates

• Deadline to apply: 5th May 2025 (12pm)
• Welcome Day: 28th May 2025
• Masterclass Week: 9th – 12th June 2025
• Customer Discovery Bootcamp: 24th – 25th June 2025
• Final Pitches: 4th September 2025
• Continuation planning & mentoring: September to November 2025

This is your chance to refine your business model, connect with investors, and gain financial support while you focus on growth.

🚀 Ready to take the next step? Apply Now!

For any queries, please contact quest@qub.ac.uk