Venture Enterprise Glossary

Key terms related to Korea's venture enterprise system, explained clearly.

Innobiz

Innobiz

Certification

Technology innovation SME certification. Separate from venture certification but similar in evaluat…

Innovative Growth Type

Innovative Growth Type

Certification

Certification type for enterprises with excellent technological innovation capabilities, evaluated …

Mainbiz

Mainbiz

Certification

Management innovation SME certification. Granted to SMEs creating results through management innova…

Pre-Venture Enterprise

Pre-Venture Enterprise

Certification

A system where enterprises before or within 3 years of business start can receive preliminary ventu…

R&D Type

R&D Type

Certification

Certification type for enterprises with in-house R&D centers spending 5-10%+ of revenue on R&D, eva…

Venture Confirmation Agency

Venture Confirmation Agency

Certification

Agencies performing venture certification: KIBO (Korea Technology Finance Corporation), SBC (Small …

Venture Confirmation Certificate

Venture Confirmation Certificate

Certification

Official document proving venture enterprise certification. Valid for 3 years, renewable before exp…

Venture Confirmation System

Venture Confirmation System

Certification

Online venture enterprise confirmation application and management system operated by MSS (smes.go.k…

Venture Enterprise

Venture Enterprise

Certification

An enterprise certified under the Special Act on Fostering Venture Enterprises, recognized for its …

Venture Enterprise Cluster Facility

Venture Enterprise Cluster Facility

Certification

Facilities designated for venture enterprise tenancy with acquisition tax and property tax reductio…

Venture Enterprise Promotion District

Venture Enterprise Promotion District

Certification

Special districts designated for venture enterprise clustering, providing tax reductions and rental…

Venture Investment Type

Venture Investment Type

Certification

Certification type for enterprises that have received investment of 10% or more of capital from VCs…