The MBSC Venture Lab is a licensed incubator, accelerator and coworking space located in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) – uniquely positioned in the only higher education institute in Saudi Arabia solely dedicated to entrepreneurship.
MBSC has been established through strong ties and partnerships with international and local players in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including Babson Global (a wholly owned subsidiary of Babson College, the #1 ranking college in entrepreneurship for 24 consecutive years), MISK Foundation, and Lockheed Martin.
We act as an entrepreneurship launchpad, supporting local and international entrepreneurs from within MBSC and the community at large to initiate, launch and grow their businesses successfully.
Our Vision
To be the region’s principal destination for realizing entrepreneurial impact.
Our Mission
To support MBSC students, alumni and the community to initiate, launch and grow their entrepreneurial ventures successfully, by offering bespoke and tailored support services to open doors & enable entrepreneurial journeys.
WHAT DO WE OFFER? / WHY JOIN US?
Entrepreneurship Launching Pad
Offering several programs and services that will assist both local and international entrepreneurs to launch, manage and grow their entrepreneurial businesses.
Launch Pad Amenities:
Incubator Program
Accelerator Program (coming soon)
Coworking Space
Ata’a Program
Community
The MBSC Venture Lab members will be sharing a space with an entire community of future business leaders, budding entrepreneurs, aspiring MBA students & alumni, world-class faculty members and pioneers in different fields. They will also gain access to our wider ecosystem tailor made for entrepreneurial activity.
Community Amenities:
Monthly workshops
Networking events
Pitching competitions
Hackathons
Panel discussions
Inspirational talks & success stories
Major events held on an annual basis (GEM Saudi Arabia Report Launch, Entrepreneurship World Cup, etc.)
Workspace
Our workspace design features multiple plans including on-demand desks, hot desks and dedicated desks which are located in a spacious area with floor to ceiling windows. We have 9 meeting rooms available; they can fit up to 10 members at a time and are equipped with a screen, a smart table and smart walls. Common spaces have a creative feel and outstanding design with a view of the KAEC Marina that will inspire you and your team members every day.
Workspace Amenities:
High speed internet
Business class printers
Free refreshments
A/V conferencing facilities
Amphitheater
State-of-the-art classrooms
Services
We aim to offer services that will enable our entrepreneurs to launch, manage and grow their startups. Some of these services are provided by MBSC staff and faculty members, some through our local and international partners and some through local vendors. Depending on the type of membership you have, you may be eligible to receive these services for free or at a heavily discounted price.
