pre-accelerator
Galactic Horizon Pre-Accelerator
Duration: 4 Weeks
Format: One workshop per week (3 hours)
Delivery: In-person / Hybrid (depending on cohort)
Next Cohort: March 2027
Whether you’re still searching for the right startup idea, have an idea you want to validate, or simply want to learn how successful founders build businesses, the Galactic Horizon Pre-Accelerator provides the practical skills, frameworks, and hands-on experience to help you take your first steps with confidence.
This is a 4-week, workshop-based program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to build startups the right way—from identifying real customer problems through to creating a validated MVP roadmap.
Unlike traditional entrepreneurship courses that focus heavily on theory, our program emphasises practical execution. Every session is built around real startup case studies, hands-on exercises, modern tools, and proven methodologies used by successful founders.
By the end of the program, you’ll have a validated business concept, a clearer understanding of your market, and the confidence to continue building—or apply to the Galactic Horizon Accelerator.
Up to
$20K
In Fonder Credit to Help You Build Your MVP
(For selected founders with promising ideas)
Course Structur
Finding the Right Problem
Customer & Market Validation
Designing Your MVP
From Idea to Startup
You’ll learn battle-tested methods for identifying real customer pain points, evaluating market opportunities, and generating ideas with genuine commercial potential. Through practical exercises, AI-powered tools, and real startup case studies, you’ll learn how experienced founders discover opportunities worth building.
Great startups are built on evidence, not assumptions. We teach you practical customer discovery, market research, competitor analysis, and validation techniques that successful founders use to confirm there is genuine demand before building a product. You’ll leave with proven methods for understanding your customers and validating your idea with confidence.
You’ll learn practical frameworks for defining your value proposition, prioritising features, and planning an MVP using modern no-code and AI-powered tools. Through hands-on activities and real startup examples, you’ll create a roadmap for building and testing your solution efficiently.
You’ll learn market-tested approaches to developing a business model, planning your go-to-market strategy, achieving early traction, and preparing for growth. You’ll finish the program with a clear roadmap for your next steps and be well prepared to apply for the Galactic Horizon Accelerator.
Pathway to the Galactic Horizon Accelerator
Once you’ve validated your idea and completed the program, you’ll be in a much stronger position to apply for the Galactic Horizon Accelerator , where you’ll receive more intensive mentoring, advanced business support, access to industry experts, and opportunities to connect with investors.
While participation in the Pre -Accelerator does not automatically guarantee acceptance into the Accelerator, graduates who demonstrate strong progress and commitment will be well prepared for the application process .
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the pre-accelerator program?
This program is designed for people who are passionate about entrepreneurship but don’t know exactly where to start.
It is ideal for:
• Aspiring founders looking for their next startup idea
• Students interested in entrepreneurship
• Professionals considering launching a startup
• Researchers wanting to commercialise innovations
• First-time entrepreneurs
• People with an idea who are unsure whether it solves a real problem
• Early founders wanting to validate their market before investing significant time and money
No previous startup experience is required.
Do I need to have a startup idea?
No. Many participants join specifically to discover and develop their first startup idea.
I've already got an idea. Is this program still useful?
Absolutely. The program will help you validate your assumptions, understand your customers, and decide whether your idea has genuine market potential.
What is the time commitment?
The program includes one 3-hour workshop each week for four weeks. You’ll also be encouraged to complete practical exercises between sessions to apply what you’ve learned.
Do you take equity or ownership?
The Galactic Horizon Program does not take any equity or ownership in your company. However, if you perform well during the program, we—along with our network of angel investors and VCs—may offer to invest in your startup in exchange for equity. You’ll have the option to accept, decline, or negotiate any offer.
How much does the program cost?
It is completely FREE to participate in the Pre-Accelerator Program. Thanks to the generous support of our investors and sponsors, there are no program fees for accepted participants, allowing aspiring founders to access high-quality startup education, practical workshops, and mentorship at no cost.