BINUS University actively supports the development of financially and socially sustainable businesses in the local community through structured educational programs, resource access, and external funding facilitation. This commitment is reflected in initiatives such as the BINUS Incubator, BINUS StartUp Accelerator (BiSA), and Community Development Academic (CDA) programs.

  1. Incubation & Mentorship Programs

The BINUS Incubator provides a comprehensive platform for nurturing entrepreneurship among students, alumni, and external community members. Its key features include:

  • Structured business incubation for students in the Entrepreneurship Track (Program Enrichment), with modules on business model development, marketing, and operations.
  • Mentorship & expert guidance from industry professionals for both students and non-student entrepreneurs.
  • Co-working spaces at BINUS campuses (Anggrek, Alam Sutera, Bekasi) to foster collaboration and innovation.
  • Regular Demo Days, Pitch Deck sessions, and lecturer expert series for practical exposure and investor readiness.
  1. Funding Facilitation & Investment Support

Beyond training and infrastructure, BINUS also supports access to external funding for start-ups. Through the BINUS StartUp Accelerator (BiSA) and Incubator programs, start-ups are connected with:

  • Angel investors, venture capital firms, and corporate partners
  • Government grant programs
  • Alumni networks and family-based funding
  • In-kind support (mentorship, tools, office space) from external collaborators

These connections are facilitated through curated events such as Demo Day and networking sessions, while entrepreneurs are guided in preparing investment proposals and navigating funding negotiations.

  1. Community Development & MSME Empowerment

BINUS also engages the broader local community through its Community Development Academic (CDA) unit. Programs under CDA include:

  • BINUS Bangun Desa, a flagship initiative that partners with over 28 villages to support local development through business training, digital skills development, and entrepreneurship coaching.
  • Konsultasi untuk Desa dan UMKM, offering free online and offline training to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), covering areas such as financial literacy, product development, marketing strategy, and supply chain management.

Notable examples include:

  • Empowering UMKM in Kelurahan Banjardowo (Semarang) with digital marketing and financial training.
  • Transforming Desa Pasirmulya into a sustainable tourism village through collaborative planning, branding, and economic empowerment activities.
  1. Social and Financial Sustainability Focus

All programs are designed not only to drive business creation but also to encourage social responsibility, sustainability, and inclusive growth. BINUS ensures that supported ventures promote ethical practices, community engagement, and long-term financial viability.

  1. Evidence of Impact
  • 28+ villages engaged in community development programs
  • Dozens of MSMEs and local entrepreneurs trained annually
  • Start-ups connected to real investors and mentors
  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration between students, lecturers, and local partners

These initiatives demonstrate BINUS University’s strong commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and local economic development. By combining education, mentorship, facilities, and access to funding, BINUS ensures that both students and members of the surrounding community have meaningful opportunities to grow sustainable businesses that create real impact.