The CBIC is designed to attract the real entrepreneurs at UMBC, the ones who know they are going to start a company, or in some cases have already. You're the ones this entrepreneurship program was designed for! Are you ready to start living your dream? ABOUT CBIC: **What is the CBIC? **The CBIC is an opportunity for UMBC students who are serious about starting a business. **Who Should Participate?** Any UMBC student (full or part time, graduate or undergraduate) with a dream of launching their own business soon. **Why Participate? **The CIBC will give you "real world" experience. You'll be paired with a business mentor and you'll get helpful feedback and guidance. You'll also get connected to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. Winners also get: - Free legal services - Accounting advice - Membership at the award winning Betamore campus in Federal Hill - Fundraising advice and Pitch practice with members of Betamore Angels.