Entrepreneurship at
Universities
Entrepreneurship at
Universities
Led by global experts and enriched with best practices, case studies, and interactive workshops, this programme explores the key components of entrepreneurial transformation within universities. Participants will examine how institutions can strengthen entrepreneurial leadership, develop impactful entrepreneurship education, support start-up creation, and foster thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Grounded in practical application and peer exchange, the programme equips participants with the frameworks, strategies, and tools needed to build entrepreneurial capacity across their institution and create environments that support innovation, employability, and regional impact.
Designed for
University leaders, entrepreneurship staff, innovation and knowledge transfer professionals, educators, and programme managers who are driving or aspiring to strengthen entrepreneurship and innovation within their institutions. The programme is particularly relevant for professionals responsible for entrepreneurship education, startup support, entrepreneurial strategy, ecosystem development, and student innovation initiatives.
Learning outcomes
Participants will:
- Create a vision and roadmap for entrepreneurship at their university and understand how to structure their institution to become more entrepreneurial
- Build strong foundations for entrepreneurship through entrepreneurial leadership, strategy, and institutional support mechanisms
- Develop entrepreneurship education programmes that strengthen entrepreneurial mindsets, skills, and graduate employability
- Design entrepreneurial initiatives including courses, hackathons, challenge-based learning activities, and startup support programmes
- Identify and mobilise resources, infrastructure, and funding to support entrepreneurial activities and startup development
- Explore practical approaches and frameworks that contribute to startup success within university environments
- Build relationships and partnerships within regional entrepreneurial ecosystems and engage effectively with external stakeholders
Overview of workshops
Strategy for Entrepreneurship at Universities
Gain insights into leading an entrepreneurial university and explore mechanisms for measuring, analysing, and demonstrating the success and impact of entrepreneurship activities within higher education institutions.
Explore the entrepreneurial characteristics of universities, including emerging institutional roles and global best practices for fostering entrepreneurship as a launchpad for innovation and regional development.
Develop an understanding of the Universities’ Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Framework and learn how to identify institutional strengths, gaps, and opportunities to design an effective entrepreneurship strategy.
Collaborate with peers to establish a vision for entrepreneurship within your institution and formulate a practical roadmap for implementation and long-term development.
Developing Entrepreneurial Education
Explore approaches for fostering entrepreneurial mindsets and skills among students while designing entrepreneurship programmes that enhance employability and prepare learners for rapidly evolving work environments.
Learn how to design impactful entrepreneurship programmes by defining clear learning objectives, applying diverse pedagogical approaches, and using tools such as lean startup methods and design thinking.
Examine entrepreneurial pathways for students and academics, including entrepreneurial capabilities, graduate outcomes, and the institutional structures needed to support diverse entrepreneurial journeys.
Design an outline for an entrepreneurship course, challenge programme, or innovation activity using practical frameworks and step-by-step approaches to curriculum and programme development.
Building Start-Ups at Universities
Explore how universities can support student entrepreneurship by developing a clear vision, applying entrepreneurship education frameworks, and creating enabling environments and dedicated spaces for entrepreneurial activity.
Develop practical approaches for supporting entrepreneurial teams, understanding startup development processes, applying relevant tools, and implementing effective funding and mentorship structures.
Explore the core principles involved in establishing and managing university incubators and entrepreneurship centres, including vision setting, resource mobilisation, programme development, and infrastructure planning.
Nurturing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
Develop a comprehensive understanding of your entrepreneurial ecosystem by mapping stakeholders, identifying potential partnerships, and exploring approaches for strengthening entrepreneurial impact and collaboration.
Learn how to cultivate relationships within regional entrepreneurial ecosystems, identify ecosystem champions, and apply best practices for regional partnerships and knowledge-intensive development.
Apply ecosystem mapping approaches to identify relationships, collaboration opportunities, and strategic connections with relevant stakeholders while strengthening institutional capability in ecosystem development.
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