An annual student business plan contest with prizes totaling $225,000

 

Business Track 

Ventures with economic returns that drive substantial market value.

Social Enterprise Track 

Ventures that drive social change using nonprofit, for-profit, or hybrid models.

Not sure which track is right for you?

$
3
m.
Cash and in-kind prizes since inception
2,200
Student teams since 1997
15,000
Jobs generated by new ventures

Calendar 

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Frequently Asked Questions 

Resources 

Across HBS and beyond, resources are available for you—regardless of track—as you consider and bring to life an idea for the New Venture Competition.

Alumni Competition 

Ten regional competitions hosted by alumni NVC lead clubs around the world. The winning team from each regional competition advances for a chance to win the $105,000 cash prize at the NVC Finale in April.

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