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Global New Venture Challenge (GNVC)

University of Chicago

2026-07-13

University of Chicago

Global New Venture Challenge (GNVC)

The Global New Venture Challenge (GNVC) is the global track of the NVC, supporting Chicago Booth Executive MBA students across campuses in Chicago, Hong Kong, and London. Now in its 19th year (2026).

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