What is NexStar?
Launched in 2018 by the City of Melbourne and ACASE (Australia-China Association for Scientists and Entrepreneurs), NexStar is an immersive program that connects international students with businesses to drive their international business growth.
Focusing on a specific market each year, the program bridges global enterprises with talented tertiary students in Melbourne, to explore market opportunities and develop tailored market entry strategies, through a structured sprint program that includes mentoring, workshops, networking, and pitch competitions.
Since its inception, NexStar has built a thriving alumni network including 449 students from 35 countries and 60 innovative businesses.
How does NexStar work?
In each NexStar program, students with diverse backgrounds will come together, form groups, and develop a go-to-market plan for their partnered businesses. During the intensive Australian market sprint, students will learn from industry experts, conduct research guided by mentors, and ultimately pitch their market entry strategy to businesses and judges.
Expert Workshops
Learn from the industry experts about market entry, culture difference, business environment and be resilient.
Apply the knowledge
Students will apply what they have learnt to create market entry strategy for the company. They will be supported by the mentors.
Pitch your strategy
At the end of NexStar program, student teams will pitch to company representatives and judges.
More information available for past NexStar programs
