Entrepreneurial Mindset and Social Impact (10 ECTS)

Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential While Driving Social Impact

Nowadays businesses are expected to be more than just profit-driven entities—they must also contribute to sustainable and social change. The Entrepreneurial Mindset and Social Impact course (10 ECTS) is designed to equip participants with the mindset, strategies, and practical tools necessary to create value in both business and society. Through a dynamic combination of online learning and immersive on-campus experiences, you will explore innovation, sustainable business models, and entrepreneurial thinking that can drive meaningful impact. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, an intrapreneur within a company, a leader or someone passionate about social change, this program will empower you with the skills to turn ideas into action.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for leaders and executives who are eager to develop an entrepreneurial mindset while integrating social responsibility into their work. Whether you aim to launch your own venture, foster innovation within an organization, or contribute to sustainable business practices, this program provides the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to succeed. Open to individuals from diverse backgrounds—including business, technology, social sciences, and beyond—the course welcomes anyone looking to enhance their entrepreneurial mindset, embrace innovation, and create a lasting impact in both corporate and startup environments.

Barcelona Immersion: Executive Learning, Networking, and Cultural Experience

The ”Entrepreneurial Mindset and Social Impact” module is conducted in collaboration with Geneva Business School and takes place in the vibrant city of Barcelona. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses during this module.​

The program offers a comprehensive blend of executive lectures delivered by industry experts, providing deep insights into contemporary entrepreneurial practices and strategies. Additionally, participants will engage in company visits, offering firsthand exposure to innovative business operations and networking opportunities with professionals in the field. To enrich the cultural experience, the module also includes a guided sightseeing tour of Barcelona, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the city’s rich heritage and dynamic environment.​

This immersive approach ensures that participants not only gain valuable academic knowledge but also practical insights and cultural perspectives, enhancing their overall learning experience.

Program Overview

Multinational Modality

PART I - Social Impact and Sustainable Business (Online teaching, Teams) - 22.5.2025

Introduction to Social Impact and Sustainability (9-13)
Martin Meyer, Vice Rector for International Affairs & Director, InnoLab, University of Vaasa

PART I - Social Impact and Sustainable Business (Online teaching, Teams) - 27.5.2025

Innovation and Strategies for Driving Social Impact (11-15)
Darren Dalcher, Professor in Strategic Project Management at Lancaster University

PART I - Social Impact and Sustainable Business (Online teaching, Teams) - 28.5.2025

Measuring, accounting for, and communicating social and sustainable impact (13:30-17:30)
Dirk Libaers, Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation; Director Nault Center for Entrepreneurship, University of South Florida

PART I - Social Impact and Sustainable Business (Online teaching, Teams) - 5.6.2025

The Future of Social Impact and Personal Responsibility (9-13)
Helka Kalliomäki, Associate Professor, School of Management, Regional Studies

Part II - Entrepreneurial Mindset (at the GBS campus in Barcelona) - 9.6.25


Introduction to the Entrepreneurial Mindset

Introduction to Applied Entrepreneurship & Intrapreneurship

Project Development

Executive Immersion Visit

Welcome dinner

Part II - Entrepreneurial Mindset (at the GBS campus in Barcelona) - 10.6.25

Innovation Basics in Entrepreneurial and Corporate Environments

Identifying Opportunities: Startups vs. Corporate Innovation

Project Development

“CEO and entrepreneurs talk”: Homeless entrepreneur

Walking Guided tour (Gothic Quarter)

Part II - Entrepreneurial Mindset (at the GBS campus in Barcelona) - 11.6.25

Utilizing Tangible and Intangible Resources in Startups & Enterprises

Responsibilities of Founders vs. Intrapreneurs in Teams

Project Development

Executive Immersion Visit

Part II - Entrepreneurial Mindset (at the GBS campus in Barcelona) - 12.6.25

Buyer and Seller in Entrepreneurial and Intrapreneurial Mindset

Exploring Risks and Risk Scenarios: Startups vs. Corporate Innovation

Project Development

“CEO and entrepreneurs talk”: Nestle

Walking Guided tour (Art Nouveau)

Part II - Entrepreneurial Mindset (at the GBS campus in Barcelona) - 13.6.25

Final Project Presentations

Farewell lunch

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