We work with UQ course coordinators to deliver tailored 90-minute entrepreneurial workshops across all disciplines.
In 2025, Ventures is continuing to deliver our popular Ventures Pop-up workshops across campus, offering a dynamic introduction to our broader Ventures programs. We deliver 60+ of these workshops each year into faculties including BEL, HASS, Science, Medicine, and EAIT.
These workshops have already engaged thousands of students, staff, alumni, and industry partners, inspiring the entrepreneurial mindset that drives success in any career.
Our workshops are thoughtfully designed to fit seamlessly within the curriculum, providing additional value to students while supporting staff in the delivery of their lectures. They are structured around five key concepts and focus on practical problem-solving, using industry-relevant challenges.
Ventures Pop-ups help participants—whether aspiring entrepreneurs or intrapreneurs working within businesses—develop creativity, adaptability, resilience to ambiguity and risk, and the ability to learn from failure. No matter your career path, an entrepreneurial mindset is an incredible asset for success.
Ventures Pop-ups are more than just workshops—they're an introduction to the innovative spirit and a taste of our Ventures programs. Join us to experience the power of entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial thinking firsthand.
3. Pitching and storytelling
Storytelling is a powerful skill that transcends industries and roles, helping you connect, persuade, and inspire. Whether you’re pitching an idea as an entrepreneur, advocating for a project within a business, or sharing your vision with others, storytelling allows you to bring your ideas to life in a way that resonates. These skills extend beyond work, enriching how you communicate and connect across all areas of life.
In this workshop, students will:
- understand the fundamentals of storytelling patterns and techniques
- learn how to craft clear, engaging, and impactful narratives
- explore methods for building stories that captivate and persuade any audience
- practice and refine their storytelling skills to gain confidence and authenticity
This workshop equips students with the storytelling tools they need to succeed—whether presenting a pitch, influencing stakeholders, or making a lasting impression in their personal and professional lives. Storytelling isn’t just about communication; it’s about making your message unforgettable.
How it works
- Contact us: Let us know which topic you're interested in and the course you coordinate
- Collaborate: We will get in touch and work with you on content
- We deliver: Our Ventures staff will deliver the workshop to your students
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Embedding in Curriculum
There are a wide range of opportunities to embed entrepreneurial education in the curriculum at UQ. Take a look at the resources and development opportunities available to staff through the UQ Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation.