Impacto da incubadora CIAEM/UFU no desenvolvimento do planejamento financeiro de startups incubadas: perspectivas dos sócios e dos coordenadores.

Abstract

This research aims to evaluate the importance of the incubator in the development of financial planning for incubated startups, focusing on the role of the Entrepreneurship Activity Incubation Center at the Federal University of Uberlândia (CIAEM/UFU). For this purpose, it uses a qualitative research approach through exploratory research. Primary data collection was conducted through the application of two questionnaires: one for the partners of the incubated startups and another for the incubator’s coordination team. In total, two partners and two coordinators responded to the questionnaire. The results reveal that the startup partners recognize the importance of financial planning for the success of their businesses and perceive the incubator as essential for their development, providing support such as mentoring, financial advice, and business plan development. However, there were variations in perceptions regarding the effectiveness of this support, especially in access to external financial resources. The need for the incubator to reinforce its role is highlighted, emphasizing that it provides strategic guidance and mentoring rather than direct credit intermediation, to better align entrepreneurs' expectations. Common challenges faced by startups were also identified, such as lack of resources.