BIKE-HEI: Driving Sustainable Innovation - Training Programme for Students on Green Transition, Communication and Entrepreneurship

Description

This training programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to drive sustainable innovation in business and society. Through a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, team projects, and self-study, students will explore the green transition, sustainable business models, effective communication for sustainability, and strategies for resilience in complex environments. By the end of the programme, students will be able to develop innovative, responsible, and adaptable solutions that address environmental, social, and economic challenges. Course objectives: • Understand the principles of the green transition and sustainable development, and their application in business, entrepreneurship, and organisational contexts. • Design, evaluate, and implement sustainable business models, start-up concepts, and innovative solutions that generate environmental, social, and economic value. • Develop communication strategies that promote sustainability, inspire change, and engage diverse stakeholders responsibly. • Explain how environmental, social, and economic systems interact to foster or hinder sustainable innovation. • Create strategies and incentives for implementing sustainability in business practices. • Build collaborative, diverse networks that promote sustainability-driven entrepreneurship and innovation. • Integrate sustainability principles into professional values, communication, and decision-making. • Cultivate a mindset of continuous learning and improvement toward sustainability, encouraging innovation and responsible entrepreneurship.