Khadija-Tul-Kubra Business Incubation Center (K-BIC) is committed to continuously enhancing the human resource capacity in the field of entrepreneurship. This commitment extends beyond LCWU, with plans to integrate regional educational institutions and foster a collaborative ecosystem where entrepreneurship thrives, not only in theory but also in practical application.

By keeping long term vision in mind, the collaboration of Khadija-Tul-Kubra Business Incubation Center (K-BIC) with Take-Up Project is a strategic initiative aimed at fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem within Lahore College for Women University and beyond. This initiative is crucial in building the foundation for entrepreneurship through capacity-building programs that target faculty, staff, and students, and expand entrepreneurial support services within the university and its neighboring institutions.
Key Details of the Collaboration:

Objectives:

1. Train Entrepreneurial Coaches
   K-BIC and Take-Up have been working to train faculty members and staff as entrepreneurial coaches. This will equip them with the knowledge and skills to guide aspiring entrepreneurs, create business solutions, and mentor startups.
   
   
2. Establish a Network of Certified Startup Consultants
   By offering certification, K-BIC aims to establish a pool of qualified consultants who can provide mentorship, advisory, and practical support to emerging entrepreneurs, ensuring that startups receive the guidance they need to thrive.

Take-Up Project Overview:

Launched under Erasmus+ Program:

The Take-Up Project is part of the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education initiative, designed to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset within universities. It was launched by the University of Saarland (Germany) in collaboration with various universities in Pakistan (including LCWU, COMSATS, GCU, CUI, University of Gujarat, and LUMS).

Focus:
The project aimed to develop a culture of entrepreneurship across university campuses by training faculty members and staff, motivating students, and encouraging research-driven entrepreneurship.