Cactus Academy
Where students become investors
Your Stepping Stone to a VC Career
Students in Cactus Academy don’t only study investing. They actually invest in ventures, like any partner at a VC fund.
Even better: They do it together with top talent on campus and successful entrepreneurs. This means that Academy graduates leave BGU with much more than a degree: You’ll gain real-world skills, deep knowledge of entrepreneurship, and familiar with innovation industries, along with confidence, connections, and a headstart on your career.
Why Study in Cactus Academy?
Understand Entrepreneurship and VC
Learn what it really means to found, identity, and grow a profitable company
Gain Exposure to Innovation
Meet brilliant, creative people developing disruptive products and ideas
Get Practical Business and Investing Skills
Learn how to do due diligence, market research, strategic thinking, and financial analysis
Create Value for Society
Help entrepreneurs to improve lives and transform industries
Ensure a Standout CV
Gain a competitive advantage in the job market through real-world experience.
“The mention of Cactus Academy put my CV ahead of the competition, and my ability to speak about the experience in job interviews was always a key selling point. It opened doors that would otherwise have been closed.”
GUY INBAR
Systems Engineer at Exodigo
“Cactus Academy brings together the most talented and ambitious students on campus with lecturers who are themselves successful entrepreneurs. You can’t not change as a result of this experience.”
Roy Kimchi
Investor at Square Peg Fund
“I learned to translate theory into action and push the limits of my abilities. Knowing that I can succeed in the world of investing gives me immense confidence in everything I do.”
Shir Levy
Marketing and communities manager the InNegev hub
“Cactus Academy introduced me to exceptional individuals on campus who helped me grow and encouraged me to leave my comfort zone.”
Nitzan Haor
Analyst at HCS Capital