Official Launch of MiniBoss Business School in Iraq

A New Era of Entrepreneurial Education Begins in Iraq

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of MiniBoss Baghdad Business School — the first official MiniBoss franchise in Iraq, proudly joining our prestigious global educational network.

 
🎓 About MiniBoss

MiniBoss Business School is a world-renowned educational system from the UK that empowers children and teenagers through entrepreneurial education, leadership training, financial literacy, and innovation. With its unique 8-year curriculum, MiniBoss has become the gold standard in early business education worldwide.

 
🇮🇶 Iraq is a Cradle of Civilization with a Future of Innovation
Opening in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq, is especially meaningful. Iraq is not only a country of immense strategic importance, but also:

🏛 One of the world’s oldest civilizations, home to ancient Mesopotamia — the birthplace of writing, law, and urban culture

📚 A cultural and intellectual hub of the Arab world for centuries, rich in science, philosophy, literature, and art

🛢 A country of vast natural resources, particularly oil and gas, ranking among the top oil-producing nations

🌾 A land with agricultural and industrial potential, and a youthful, ambitious population ready for development

This is a country with deep roots and a rising vision. Now, with the launch of MiniBoss Baghdad, Iraq is investing in its most valuable resource—its children.

The Certification Stage of the Startup World Cup Championship 2025 Has Officially Begun

The international startup championship for youth kicks off a new season

As of June 2025, the first stage of the annual Startup World Cup Championship (SWCC) — the Certification Stage — is officially underway. Once again held in an online format, the event unites young entrepreneurs from around the globe, all of whom are students of the MINIBOSS & BIGBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOLS.

SWCC is more than just a competition. It is a core component of a unique academic methodology developed by the International Business Academy Consortium (IBAC). This educational system, created by distinguished scholar and educator Olga Azarova, blends gamification with real entrepreneurial experience. It allows students to create actual startups — from initial idea to product or service launch.

Top 20 Countries: Best Entrepreneurial Ecosystems (2025)

Based on innovation, government support, infrastructure, and economic impact, these nations lead in fostering entrepreneurship:

1. Singapore
System Developers: Economic Development Board (EDB), Lee Kuan Yew (architect of economic reforms).

14 Finance Types That Could Change Your Life — and Your Business

By Professor AndriiAzarov, International Business Academy Consortium (UK)

One day, after a business forum speech, a young man approached me. He shared his dream: to create an online platform for teachers to reach children in the most remote parts of the world.
“But I have no money—just an idea,” he said, full of hope.

I smiled. Because I know the truth: these days, you don’t need a suitcase of cash to start—you need to understand which types of funding exist, and which one is right for you.
That’s what this article—and my upcoming book—is all about.

In business, money is not the goal. It’s the fuel. And if you want to go far, you need to know what kind of fuel your engine needs. Below are 14 types of finance I’ve personally used, recommended, or seen power successful companies all over the world.

1–4. Sell Equity – Gain a Partner

Angel Investment
Angel investors bring more than money. They bring mentorship and belief. A good angel doesn't just look at your spreadsheets—they see your fire. It’s like a parent investing in a gifted child.

Venture Capital
VCs come in when you’ve already proven you can run. They give you the fuel to scale fast—but they’ll expect you to push hard. It's like upgrading from a bike to a race car: more speed, more risk.

Equity Crowdfunding
What I love about this model is its democracy. Ordinary people become shareholders and ambassadors of your idea. It’s a true market test: if they back you, your idea has wings.

Private Equity
When you've built the factory and want to expand globally, PE steps in. They invest serious capital—and usually take control. It’s about turning something good into something great.