APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR THE ACCELERATION PROGRAM "TAU-BizAccelerator" FOR STARTUPS AND COMPANIES
The Entrepreneurship Center of Turan-Astana University and the TAU-InnoHub platform are launching the next-generation two-week acceleration program — "TAU-BizAccelerator".
Applications open starting August 25, 2025.
The program is designed for teams and business representatives interested in scaling their projects, attracting investment, and building sustainable business models.
Program Goals:
• Develop entrepreneurial and management skills
• Prepare startups for scaling and investment readiness
• Build effective business models
What to Expect:
• Individual and group mentoring sessions with certified experts, focused on the key challenges identified together during the first session
• Intensive independent work
• Participation in a Demo Day with an expert panel
Program Mentors Include:
• Anatoliy Konev — Director of the Department of Digital Transformation, certified specialist of Huawei, completed internships at HUST University (China) and Harvard University (USA).
• Prof. Konstantin Shebeko — Head of the Entrepreneurship Center, Doctor of Economics, certified by MOFCOM (PRC)
• Dinara Kenesbayeva — PhD in Economics, Head of the Quality Management Center, expert in investment project planning
• Tomiris Aitzhanova — Lead specialist in the Marketing and Sales Department, graduate of LFC (Chicago, Illinois) in "Entrepreneurship and Innovation", member of the American Marketing Association, interned at California-based EdTech company "Oppti", and member of Omicron Delta Epsilon (International Honor Society in Economics accredited by ACHS)
Program Format:
Duration — 2 weeks
Format — Based on participant preference:
- On-site at the university
- Virtual program (conducted online for startup team convenience; mentoring via video conferences, webinars, forums, and chats)
- Hybrid format (combining online and offline participation, offering flexibility for all teams)
Team Composition: 1 to 5 participants
Program start and end dates are determined in coordination with participants.
If necessary, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) can be signed with participants to protect intellectual property and business data.
Participation Fee:
You may join individually or as a team. The larger the team, the lower the cost per participant:
|
Number of Participants |
Total Cost |
Cost per Participant |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
1,200,000 ₸ |
1,200,000 ₸ |
|
2 |
1,400,000 ₸ |
700,000 ₸ |
|
3 |
1,600,000 ₸ |
533,334 ₸ |
|
4 |
1,800,000 ₸ |
450,000 ₸ |
|
5 |
2,000,000 ₸ |
400,000 ₸ |
Personal Development Track from Day One:
In the first session, each team will evaluate their current status across key areas — business, product, and team — with the support of experts.
Based on this evaluation, a customized acceleration program will be developed, reflecting each team’s goals, priorities, and ambitions.
Each team sets its desired outcomes — whether it's investment readiness, market launch, or business model refinement.
How to Apply:
To submit your application or request more information, please contact us (available after August 25, 2025):
Contact Person:
Professor Konstantin Shebeko
Head of the Entrepreneurship Center
Email: k.shebeko@tau-edu.kz
TAU-BizAccelerator is your next step toward scaling, sustainability, and professional growth.
Join the TAU-InnoHub ecosystem!