Innovation & Entrepreneurship Programme 2026/2027

On 12 October 2026, the fourth edition of the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Programme 2026/2027 (I&E Programme) will begin with the course I&E 101: Sustainable Innovation & Ecopreneurship 2026 – Capturing the Founder’s Story. 

In this international online programme run by our European university, EURECA-PRO, you will learn to create new solutions in a solution- and value-oriented way – whether for setting up a start-up or for driving innovation within an organisation. The programme is open to anyone interested in innovation and entrepreneurship.

One programme, three courses

The courses are designed to be interactive and include, amongst other things, interviews with start-up experts as well as peer assessment methods. Using practical examples from industry and society, you will learn the entrepreneurial skills you need to turn ideas into reality.

An overview of the courses:

1. I&E 101: Sustainable Innovation & Ecopreneurship 2026 – Capturing the Founder’s Story: Discover how sustainability drives innovation and new opportunities, and learn from entrepreneurs who are turning environmental challenges into effective solutions.

• When: 12 October to 13 November 2026

• Organising institution: Technical University of Crete

  Register online by 11 October 2026. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate. 

2. Entrepreneurship Course 2027: Acquire the necessary tools and confidence to present an idea as a compelling business venture.

• When: 15 February to 15 March 2027
• Organising institution: Universidad de León
• Registration possible at a later date

3. I&E Deep Dive Intensive Course 2027: Develop skills through teamwork, prototyping, creative problem-solving and practical challenges.

• When: April to May 2027 (exact dates to be announced)
• Organising institution: Mittweida University of Applied Sciences
• Registration possible at a later date

Successful completion of all three courses

Upon successful completion of all three courses in the I&E Programme, you will receive the EURECA-PRO Certificate of Specialisation in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Students also have the opportunity to earn ECTS credits.

Please contact eureca-pro@hs-mittweida.de if you have any questions or would like to be kept informed about new course dates.