Build leadership skills through real-world problem-solving
The Accel Leadership Program (ALP) develops entrepreneurial leaders through case-based team learning. Each year, 16 technically-minded Stanford seniors and graduate students from across the University solve real-world problems with fellows and mentors. Students work in teams with a high growth venture CEO to create and present a case study on a real-world business problem. Over six-months, Accel Fellows build life-long community and learn about startup strategy, organizational structure, fundraising, leading and scaling technical ventures, and operating models.
Current Cohort
Shikha Avancha
Clinical Informatics Management
Shadi Elaridi
Mechanical Engineering
Akayla Hackson
Electrical Engineering
Julius Hillebrand
Management Science & Engineering
Arec Jamgochian
PhD Robotics (Aero/Astro)
Ali Kight
Bioengineering
Rizwaan Malik
Education Data Science
Fahad Nabi
Symbolic Systems
Divya Nagaraj
Computer Science
Guillaume Noziere
Management Science & Engineering
Emily Redmond
Computer Science & Human Computer Interaction
Saige Sunier
Design, Mechanical Engineering
Angela Tsao
Earth System Science; Computer Science
Bingyi Wang
Physics
Tim Wu
Bioengineering, Management Science & Engineering
Yang Fan Yun
Computer Science, Management Science & Engineering
Year-At-A-Glance
Winter
MS&E 277A Explore how to lead entrepreneurial ventures including establishing startup strategy, forming organizational culture and effective team structures, securing resources, and building operating models that scale.
Spring
MS&E 277B Teams formulate a case study with a current startup CEO/senior executive that tackles a real-world business problem for their high-growth venture, and present the case on the challenge and the potential paths to resolution.
Program Information
The Accel Leadership Program (ALP) is an immersive six-month leadership program that prepares 16 technically-minded Stanford seniors and graduate students to lead entrepreneurial ventures, with a focus on startup strategy. Each Accel Fellow will work on a team with a high growth venture CEO, to create and present a case study on a real-world business problem. Fellows will:
- Benefit from access to faculty coaches and industry-leading guest speakers from Silicon Valley startups and venture capitalists
- Gain experience in solving real business strategy issues through interactive cases
- Master skills in leadership, organizational structure, securing resources, and operating models
- Build lasting connections through a diverse network of entrepreneurially-minded Stanford students and alumni from all majors and a cross-section of years
Application Information
Fellowship applications are accepted from current Stanford seniors and graduate students from any major or school at Stanford. Preference is given to technically-minded students and STEM majors who have demonstrated an interest in entrepreneurship and leadership. An example of demonstrated interest includes taking a “launch” class such as Lean Launchpad, Technology Venture Formation, or similar entrepreneurship courses.
To apply, students will submit the STVP Fellows Programs application for Accel Leadership Program,Threshold Venture Fellows and Mayfield Fellows Program. They will indicate which program is their top choice. Students will be asked to provide a transcript, resume/CV, and thoughtful responses to prompt questions, such as sharing challenges they’ve overcome. Select applicants will be asked to attend a virtual interview in November, which will allow applicants the chance to share their unique backgrounds with the selection committee. Typically, interviews are conducted in groups.
Important Dates
The STVP Fellows Programs Application for 2023 is now closed.
Please email Eunice Lee with any questions about applying to the Accel Leadership Program.
Acknowledgements
STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, extends its deep appreciation to Accel for supporting this program for Stanford students.
