Have an idea?

The competition is open to all Indiana University students (including graduate and undergraduate) in any course of study.

Yes! Part of the innovation process is iterating and changing. You are not locked into the idea you submitted for registration.

Yes, but the summary section will be sent on to the competition judges in its submitted form. It is recommended that you stay as close to the summary as possible after you submit your business proposal.

Once you are registered, we will pair you with a Kelley MBA coach to help you along the way. Business coaching will be on the following schedule by walk-in or by appointment. Please email icfellow@iu.edu to schedule your coaching session.

Business Coaching Hours
March 24 to April 11
(No business coaching hours on Friday, April 4 due to Clapp IDEA Competition)

Monday
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday
9 to 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Thursday
9 to 10 a.m. and 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Friday
12 to 1:30 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.

It’s okay! The business proposal is designed to be as user-friendly as possible and your Kelley MBA competition coach will help you along the way.

1st Prize: Up to $30,000 with additional prizes awarded at the discretion of the judges.