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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about The Future Makers: selection, format, curriculum, outcomes, and mentoring. If you can’t find your answer, request info and we’ll reply.
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Program & format
How the cohort works and what the time commitment looks like.
What is The Future Makers?
A cohort-based Business & Entrepreneurship program designed to build real skills in strategy, go-to-market, finance, and leadership through workshops, labs, and mentorship.
Is it online or in-person?
Hybrid. Depending on the cohort, sessions can be in-person in Milan with remote options for most activities.
How much time does it take?
It’s designed to fit studies or a job: typically evening sessions plus one Saturday lab. Exact schedule depends on the cohort.
Do I need a startup idea to join?
No. You can join to build skills using cases, or apply the work to an idea you already have.
Selection
How we evaluate candidates.
Who should apply?
Students and early-career professionals, aspiring founders, and future leaders who want hands-on business skills and strong feedback.
What do you look for?
Motivation and clarity of goals, teamwork and communication, and the ability to learn fast and execute consistently.
Is it competitive?
We keep cohorts small to maximize feedback and mentorship, so selection can be competitive depending on demand.
Is there an interview?
Often yes. A short conversation to understand your motivation and fit for a high-ownership, collaborative environment.
Curriculum
What you learn and how it’s structured.
What topics are covered?
Strategy and business models, go-to-market, finance and fundraising, and leadership and execution.
Is it more theory or practice?
Practice-first. You will build deliverables (plans, analyses, narratives) and receive feedback loops.
Do we work in teams?
Both. You’ll have individual work for clarity and team labs for collaboration and real-case simulation.
Can I apply the curriculum to my own project?
Yes, depending on cohort rules. Many participants apply the work to an idea, a case, or a real problem from their domain.
Outcomes
What you leave with—skills and deliverables.
What deliverables will I produce?
Typical outputs include a market map, positioning, GTM plan, unit economics, pitch narrative, and a leadership roadmap.
Can I use deliverables in interviews?
Yes. Many participants use sanitized versions of deliverables as portfolio artifacts and interview proof points.
Do you guarantee jobs or funding?
No program can guarantee outcomes like a job offer or funding. We guarantee a structured process, mentorship, and deliverables—results depend on your execution.
Mentors
How mentorship works and what to expect.
Who are the mentors?
Founders, investors, and operators who bring real-world experience and give practical feedback.
How do mentor sessions work?
Typically through office hours, case reviews, or targeted feedback sessions. The exact format depends on the cohort.
Can mentors be remote?
Yes. We regularly host mentors remotely, especially for specialized topics or international speakers.
Logistics
Practical details.
Where is it hosted?
Typically in Milan with remote options. Specific locations and schedules are shared per cohort.
Is there a fee?
Depends on the edition. If fees apply, details are provided during application and acceptance.
Who can I contact for questions?
Use the request info form on the homepage (Apply section) and we’ll get back to you.
Still have a question?
Request info and we’ll reply with details for the next cohort.