Now Recruiting: Explore Course of the Drill Program: A 4-Week Startup Basics Course for Foreign Entrepreneurs in Korea

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Join our Explore Program and understand the Korean startup ecosystem, including taxes, pitching, and marketing!

🚀 The Explore Program is a 4-week introductory course for foreigners preparing to launch a business in Korea. Through weekly sessions, participants will learn the basics of the Korean startup ecosystem, practical tax and accounting concepts, pitching essentials, and early-stage marketing strategies.

🌟 Program Overview

• Application Period: July 27 ~ Aug 5
• Recruitment Capacity: Around 30 participants (first-come, first-served)
• Eligibility: Foreigners interested in starting a business in Korea
• Format: 4-week program once a week, topic-based sessions

📅 Explore Program Schedule

• Week 1 (Aug 6): Understanding the Korean Startup Ecosystem
  Learn how the Korean startup ecosystem works. This session will introduce key startup players, support programs, and common challenges foreign entrepreneurs may face in Korea.
• Week 2 (Aug 13): Tax Special Lecture
  Learn basic tax and accounting information for starting a business in Korea. This session will cover practical topics such as VAT, income tax, and basic tax checklists.
• Week 3 (Aug 20): Pitch Special Lecture
  Learn how to clearly explain your business idea to investors and startup experts. This session will cover the basic structure of a pitch, key messages, and what AC/VCs usually look for.
• Week 4 (Aug 27): Marketing Special Lecture
  Learn how to understand customers and promote your business in the Korean market. This session will introduce basic marketing strategies, customer discovery, and market entry tips for foreign entrepreneurs.

*Please note that the program schedule and details are subject to change.

✅​ Overall Program Structure
This program is designed as a step-by-step startup training pathway:
Explore Course → Foundation Course → Advanced Course

• June: Explore Course
• July: Foundation Course
• August: Explore Course
• September: Foundation Course
• October: Advanced Course

‼️ Advanced Course Eligibility
The Advanced Course is designed for participants who have completed the basic courses and are ready to further develop their business ideas, business plans, and pitch decks.
Requirements to join the Advanced Course:
Participants must attend at least 6 out of the total 8 sessions from the Explore Course and Foundation Course combined.
Note: Repeated attendance of the same session (topic) will not be counted twice.

*Please note that the program schedule and details are subject to change.