Freelancer Pathway
Freelancing can open the door to a flexible and fulfilling career.
Through our Freelancer Pathway, we’ll help you build the skills, mindset, and networks to shape work around your passions and take control of your career. You’ll gain real-world experience, grow your reputation, and learn how to thrive as an independent freelancer.
Step 1 – Explore
Unleash Your Creative Hustle
Dive into your passions and uncover unique service ideas that set your freelance journey apart with bold curiosity.
1-Hour Tasters
Kickstart your freelancing journey with a fast, focused introduction.
1-Day Bootcamps
Dive deeper into freelancing with a focused day of skills, tools, and tips.
Step 2 – Build
Craft Your Freelance Empire
Turn your skills into a thriving freelance business, equipped with practical tools and strategies to create your own path.
Get Started
Learn the basics of turning your ideas into action through our online task-based programme.
Get Pitching
Refine your pitch and get feedback to take your idea further.
Step 3 – Grow
Scale Your Freelance Success
Test your services in the market, refine your offerings, and gain the support to expand your client base and impact.
Connect – Community & Events
Join our network of changemakers.
Throughout every stage of the pathway, you’ll connect with like-minded students, mentors, and experienced social entrepreneurs. Our events, networking opportunities, and speaker series ensure you’re supported and inspired at every step.
Female Founders Network
Empower your entrepreneurial journey with workshops, events, and peer support.
Startup Spotlight
Hear real startup stories and gain inspiration from MEC alumni and founders.
Co-founder Matchmaking
Meet fellow entrepreneurs, share your skills, and get involved in new ventures.
Support & Resources – Always available
Access guidance whenever you need it.
Alongside the structured pathway, the MEC offers ongoing support to help you at any stage of your entrepreneurial journey
Startup appointments
One-to-one guidance with expert MEC staff to answer questions, review ideas, or provide tailored advice.
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Enterprise Resources Portal
Access templates, guides, expert talks, and tools to help you develop your venture wherever you are in your entrepreneurial journey.
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