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PROGRAMME
Nurturing the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs and Innovators
Beyond our academic programmes, Sunway iLabs at Sunway University offers a variety of immersive initiatives under our Inspire pillar, designed to spark innovation and entrepreneurial ambition in individuals from all backgrounds. Through engaging experiences like hackathons, corporate bootcamps, and innovation challenges, we aim to inspire students and corporate professionals to see themselves as future innovators and entrepreneurs. By bridging theory with hands-on practice, these programmes empower participants to create impactful solutions and drive meaningful change in their respective industries and communities.
For over eight years, this flagship hackathon has inspired students and young professionals to tackle real-world challenges through creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Open to Sunway students of all levels and working professionals, the Make-It-Challenge fosters a collaborative environment that bridges disciplines and perspectives. Participants gain hands-on experience in innovation and entrepreneurship, working alongside diverse teams to ideate and prototype solutions that drive positive impact and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Supported by industry partners and guided by industry mentors and, the Make-It-Challenge not only develops practical skills but also instills a deep commitment to sustainable change. As a cornerstone of Sunway iLabs’ mission, this hackathon continues to empower future leaders to shape a better, more sustainable world.
Hackathon
As one of the flagship annual hackathon, Make-it Challenge is a unique learning opportunity where participants come together to innovate, collaborate, and create impactful solutions aligned with achieving net-zero goals and sustainable development.
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Notable Alumni of Hackathon
Voltio
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Byte In
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Aphelia
A wireless power space startup, with the aim to make interplanetary smallsat space…
HACKATHON
What’s In For You
Young Innovators Bootcamp
The Young Innovators Bootcamp by Sunway iLabs is an immersive programme designed to equip young executives with innovative thinking and entrepreneurial skills. Participants work in teams to develop new ideas that align with their company’s vision, focusing on inspiring creativity, building human-centered solutions, and driving impactful change.
Through the 5-day, or, 3-day targeted workshops, mentoring, and direct presentations to company leaders, participants gain practical skills in corporate entrepreneurship. They learn to address real business challenges and develop innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth within their organisations.
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What Past Participants Has To Say?
“My time in Young Innovator Bootcamp (YIB) was spectacular, as I am able to learn from the best, enabling me to convert the ideas into reality, and to solve our company’s challenges in a better way. YIB organised by iLabs, is one of the perfect avenues to develop young talents and future leaders. The structured training program encouraged us to become a changemaker, unleash our creativity and provide a platform for us to work together between business units. YIB definitely is one of my unforgettable memories throughout my career, and I recommend all the young talents and future leaders to participate in it!”
Finance Manager
“The Young Innovators Bootcamp was an amazing opportunity to build business-sense. Every session built on workshops, small groups, and renowned guest speakers. The content and discussions were stimulating and interesting. My favourite part was the sharing session by guest speakers. They are innovative, tenacious and humble businessmen – with much wisdom to share. I made friends from other business functions whom I have since kept in touch with. This was a better experience than I could have ever expected.”
HR Specialist
“The bootcamp gave me the opportunity to think outside of the box with different business teams’ point of view on approaching a business problem and proposing a business solution”.