MYStartup Bootcamp

A 9-week program for formidable folks in Malaysia looking to launch a tech startup but not sure how.

The MYStartup Bootcamp takes first-time founders through the basics of starting a startup, with hands-on learning, office hours, and networking.

Apply by August 31 to join this free program ($1,999 fee waived, powered by MYStartup)!
Only the top 20 applicants will be selected
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Why MYStartup Bootcamp

A special collaboration to bring the best of TIA School to first-time founders based in Malaysia
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  • World-class curriculum

    Interactive learning modules to guide students through core startup concepts

  • Founders community

    Access to MYStartup and TIA School to stay connected with peers and advisors

  • Southeast Asian lens

    Regional context, content, and connections to help you build and scale

  • Extensive network

    Leverage Tech in Asia's relationships with Southeast Asia’s best founders, investors, and tech leaders

  • Curated for Malaysia

    Practical tips, tricks, and advice for building a startup in Malaysia

Meet your lecturers

Learn from the leading founders and investors in Southeast Asia
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    Joel Neoh
    Founder of Fave, ex-Groupon
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    Hsu Ken Ooi
    Co-Founder, Iterative
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    Yiping Goh
    Co-founder, MatarahiMall.com
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    Eric Cheng
    Co-founder & CEO, Carsome

Past Student Testimonials

  •  "The TIA school broadened my horizons across SEA, and introduced some great people with a host of valuable skills, experience, and contacts for me to learn from and engage with."

    MICHAEL D'AMBROSIO, CO-FOUNDER FANFIRST

  • "Learnt the fundamental process on how to build and grow a startup - a method to the madness!"

    ASPIRING FOUNDERS, SPRING 2022 ALUM

  • "A well-structured program with plenty of detail to get you up and running, and enough opportunities with great people to dig a little deeper on your own specific ideas..." 

    ASPIRING FOUNDERS, SPRING 2022 ALUM

The Curriculum

In 9 weeks, learn fundamental startup concepts and work on your own ideas from ideation to pitch.

Classes and office hours will alternate. In-person classes are held at Sunway Putra Mall from 7-9:30 pm.

Week 1: Orientation & The Big Idea
October 12 - In person
Meet the cohort! And learn how to validate your big idea, learn the basics of starting a startup, and sense check the reality of a founder’s life.
Lecturer: Joel Neoh, Co-founder & ex-CEO, Fave
Week 2: Office hours
Virtual
Our team answers all your questions and connects you to the rest of the Founders Community
Week 3: The Product & Growth Curve
October 25 - In person
How to understand user needs, develop an MVP, and launch quickly and effectively.
Lecturer: Willis Wee, Founder & CEO, Tech in Asia
Week 4: Office hours
Virtual
Our team answers all your questions and connects you to the rest of the Founders Community
Week 5: The Founding Team & Finances
November 8 - In person
How to build a strong founding team, manage co-founder relationships, and take care of mental health and wellness.
Lecturer: Jes Min Lua, Co-Founder & CEO, Recommend Group
Week 6: Office hours
Virtual
Our team answers all your questions and connects you to the rest of the Founders Community
Week 7: The Investment Process & Pitch
November 22 - In person
How to find funding, understand the VC world, and read standard early-stage contracts while perfecting your pitch to be launch ready.
Lecturer: Wilson Beh, Co-founder, PolicyStreet
Week 8: Office hours
Virtual
Our team answers all your questions and connects you to the rest of the Founders Community
Week 9: Graduation
December 6 - In person
Final pitch day of your startup idea in front of the rest of the TIA School community.

FAQs

Learn more about who this program is for, what you can expect, and more!

Apply today!

The program is free for all founders based in Malaysia and with the intent to found a company in Malaysia. 

We will require a deposit of 200 MYR, which will be refunded upon completion of the program.

Program duration: 9 weeks

Special thanks to MYStartup

for making this program possible

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Thank you for your interest!

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