
What is ASAP?
ASAP is a digital startup program and competition from NXTGN. As a student or graduate from Baden-Württemberg, you can develop your idea into a business model.
Every half year a new round starts consisting of five challenges in which you can gather knowledge and courage for the realization of your idea. Join free of charge at any time, with any idea and at any early stage. At the end of each round, you also have the chance to apply for our final and present your idea on our virtual stage in front of an expert jury and audience. We look forward to seeing you!
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Your Benefits

Knowledge
In 5 interactive steps you will learn how to transform your idea into
a business model

Network
Get to know other founders, mentors, companies and players from the startup ecosystem.

Certificate
Receive a participation certificate worth 3 ECTS that you can count toward your University degree

Prices
Grab the opportunity to win attractive awards at our Final with up to 1.000€ as well as seats in follow-up support-programs

Promotion
Gain visibility and
and publicity
through our final and our social media channels

What does the program include?

Academy
Step by step guide with methods, tools and tips
for developing your business idea

Videos
Many exciting and helpful explanatory videos and
interviews with founders & experts

Events
Various events with inputs from startups (Founder Talks) and support (Mentorings)

Community
As part of NXTGN, we connect you with the startup ecosystem in THE LÄND in the best possible way
How can you participate?
Join the Academy for free at any time and work through the five challenges at your own pace.
Dates
ASAP Train-the-Trainer
Date: 30.09.2025 Place: Stuttgart Media University From apps to social innovations – semester after semester, ideas with startup potential are emerging at the colleges and universities in Baden-Württemberg. In this […]
International Entrepreneurship Education Summit (IEES)
Date: 28.11.2025 Place: Stuttgart Media University The International Entrepreneurship Education Summit (IEES) is an interactive conference that unites innovation and entrepreneurship professionals from universities, corporates, and startups from all over […]
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You have questions or comments?
Write an email to startup@asap-bw.com.