A fundraising journey · Last edited 13.05.2026

Mission (Im)possible:
Where You Start Doesn’t Define Where You Go

My name is Marc Ginzburg, 22, from Germany, with an immigrant background from the former Soviet Union. Scroll down to discover how I went from a regular student to building my path in business.

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That's me
TETR School of Business · China · Dubai · Madrid · Tencent · Tesla · Emirates and more...
Part 1 · Mission for 2026

What if you could learn about BUSINESS by actually building it?

This January 2026 I got accepted into TETR School of Business for a Master in Management and Technology... SO what?

This means I will step into a high-performance, high-potential environment where studying and building ventures happen at the same time. I don’t want to watch the next wave of technology pass by. I want to build inside it by testing ideas, failing ideas, and learning by doing.

"My career goal is building technology-driven businesses that are not only scalable, but also impactful."
Part 2 · The Journey

One year. Three cities. Three Disciplines of Business.

By committing to this journey, I am willing to go beyond my comfort zone immersing myself in new cultures, markets, and ways of doing business. Each city represents a key discipline I want to master:

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01 / SHANGHAI 31°N 121°E

Technology - AI - Renewable Energy

China is Asia’s leading technology hub; my entrance into AI, business software, and scalable digital systems.

Capstone · Develop an AI-powered venture and raise either $10,000 or 5,000 active users.
Dubai
02 / DUBAI 25°N 55°E

Consumer Brand - Client Relations - Logistics

Dubai is a global hub for trade, ambition, and entrepreneurship; my entry into HQs of Emirates Airline and cultural immersions

Capstone · Launch 5 unique items and target $20,000 in revenue.
Madrid
03 / MADRID 40°N 3°W

Content Business - Media Brand

Madrid is where culture becomes content; with my previous experience living in Spain and producing a podcast, this term connects storytelling, media, and commercial growth.

Capstone · Create 50 videos, target 20,000 followers, and reach 100 paying customers.
What we do in each city:

This is where Tetr sticks out to me! Not only will I focus on my businesses, but also gain new perspectives on world culture and negotiation

Consumer · Dubai
Emirates — Global aviation & Lessons on Quality
Tech · China
Tencent — Apps, Payments, Gaming & AI
Innovation · Madrid
La Nave Madrid — Startups, & Entrepreneurship forums
Future · Dubai
Dubai's Museum of the Future — Innovation & Technology
Culture · China
Great Wall — History & Cultural heritage immersions
Football · Madrid
Santiago Bernabéu — My first live football experience
Part 3 - About me

Proof I don’t just dream.

Started ordinary. Moved differently.

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Experience
  1. Dec. 2022–Jul. 2023 Barcelona
    German Sales & Marketing Consultant on Google Ads
    Closed 16+ contracts (budgets €15K–€25K/month), driving ~€2.8M annual ad spend; consistently exceeded targets

    Google

  2. May 2023-Jun. 2025 Remote
    Chief Marketing Officer & SEO Expert
    Generated €40K+ in revenue and built a client portfolio of 15+ web/app projects

    StellarWeb Solutions

Education
  1. Sep. 2023-Present (Jun. 2026)
    B.Sc. International Business Administration. Thesis: AI’s impact on human risk behavior
    Erasmus University Rotterdam
Languages
German (native), English (bilingual), Russian (fluent), Spanish (basic)·
Extracurricular
Social Sustainability Project "No Hate Power" - Coordinated 3 international teams to reach 1,500+ youth; raised €7K+; partnered with Women in Tech® Uzbekistan to coach 200+ STEM students.
“Slush” Fin-Tech Event & “European Start-up Summit” Volunteer 2023 Barcelona, Spain & 2024 Helsinki, Finland
Interests: Martial Arts, Physics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Beach volleyball, Greek mythology
Part 3 · Why I'm raising money

Your donation helps close the gap

Many of us know the feeling of finding an opportunity that could change everything. For me, this Master’s is that opportunity: a chance to gain the skills, network, and experience to enter the next wave of consumer and technology companies.

I have spent six months funding this journey through scholarships, part-time work, and every possible option. I have now secured a loan covering 50% of the tuition fee, but I still need to close the final gap before the deadline. Your support directly helps me secure my place in the program.

Funding plan · 2026
Goal 24000€
Remaining gap
≈ 33%
Interest-bearing loan · 50%
TETR scholarship · 33% tuition reduction already reflected in the funding goal
Personal savings & work income · 13% (and increasing)
German and International Scholarships (ELES, BVA) · 12% after completion of the Masters
GoFundMe · 4% and growing
Tuition fees
Mostly covered by my loan
40000€
Housing across 3 cities
China · Dubai · Madrid
16000€
Other costs
Food · Visa · Transportation etc.
<3000€
Small donations matter €10–25

Every contribution helps create momentum and shows me that people believe in my mission.

Larger support & Investors €100+

For larger contributions I am grateful and suggest PayPal or direct contact because it avoids unnecessary platform fees and allows us to coordinate transparently.

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Secure donation option € - $ - £

If you prefer the most familiar and secure route, GoFundMe remains open for every donation and share.

GoFundMe →

SSL-secured · you can also donate via GoFundMe
— all funds go directly to the journey.

FAQ

The honest answers.

Why not a standard EU master's?

Because after three years of theory during Bachelors, I need to build. TETR replaces academic structure with real ventures. The only way I'll actually know how to operate globally.

Do I keep the revenue generated in each location? How else does TETR help businesses?

The ventures are built with real business incentives: students keep the revenue and profit they generate, while potential seed funding helps them launch without repayment obligations. TETR wants these businesses to continue beyond the program.

Is the degree officially recognized and accredited?

Yes — TETR School of Business is accredited by Middlesex University London and collaborates with the UBI Business School

What happens after the programme?

Over the following two years I'll either join a fast-growing AI-driven company or build my own venture, using everything developed across the Master.

What exactly am I raising for?

The funds go toward the tuition costs required by TETR University. I have also applied and am applying for scholarships, loans, and other funding sources. This campaign is one part of making the full year possible.

How will I report my progress?

Every supporter can follow the journey here: what I’m building, what fails, what I spend, and what I learn. The tuition fee deadline is July 2026, which means your support has a clear and immediate purpose.

Other ways to connect to me?

Introductions matter as much as euros. If anything you read here made you curious, whether it’s about TETR, fundraising, or my journey, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to talk.

If you scrolled down first, then I urge you to

Be part of the journey.

Read my story above or on my GoFundMe, and feel free to send me a LinkedIn invite if you’d like to talk about supporting, partnering, or connecting.

Website Info:
Handcoded - Simon Wischnevetski and Marc Ginzburg
Mission duration
Sep. 2026 - Jun. 2027
Updates
Journey Blog Coming...