Inspiring Entrepreneurial Mindsets - Teacher Training Erasmus + Course
Inspiring Entrepreneurial Mindsets
Description and Objectives:
In the dynamic landscape of modern education, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in students is crucial for their success in a competitive global market. This course is designed for educators working in VET, School and Adult Sector, who wish to inspire and nurture entrepreneurial skills within their students.
Participants will explore foundational concepts in entrepreneurship, engage with practical tools like the Business Model Canvas, and develop strategies for mentoring and supporting student entrepreneurial projects.
The objectives of this course are to:
- Equip educators with the skills to integrate entrepreneurial thinking into their teaching.
- Provide a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals and innovation processes.
- Foster the ability to mentor and guide students through the development of their business ideas.
- Empower educators to inspire and guide their students towards entrepreneurial success
What is Included:
- Exceptional Support: All-day chat assistance available
- Fully Fundable: Designed to fit within Erasmus+ funding guidelines
- Flexibility Guaranteed: Simple adjustments with minimal limitations
- Comprehensive Experience: Includes coffee breaks, cultural cultural visits and excursions excursions
- Post-Course Enhancement: €100 voucher for a 1-hour individual online consultation
- Extended Learning: 10% discount on second course
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will:
- Develop a thorough understanding of 21st-century skills and their relevance in today's business environment
- Gain insights into the fundamental principles of entrepreneurship and the key components of successful ventures and projects
- Learn to design and deliver effective entrepreneurship education programs for Adult, Vocational, and Secondary Education
- Experience practical tools like the Business Model Canvas and Design Thinking to foster innovative thinking.
- Enhance their mentoring skills to support students in refining and executing their business ideas.
Schedule:
Courses can take place in the morning or afternoon, depending on the teacher's discretion.
Tentative Schedule
| Day | Focus Areas |
| Day 1 | Course Kickoff and Entrepreneurship Foundations |
| Introduction to the course agenda, the host city, and planned cultural activities | |
| Ice-breaker sessions to get acquainted with fellow participants | |
| Presentations about participants' educational institutions | |
| Overview of essential 21st-century skills | |
| Introduction to the fundamentals of Entrepreneurship Education | |
| Day 2 | Exploring Business Opportunities and Crafting Value Propositions |
| Discussion on ethics, corporate social responsibility, and social enterprises | |
| Identifying potential business opportunities | |
| Conducting market analysis and understanding customer segments | |
| In-depth look at the Business Model Canvas and crafting value propositions | |
| Day 3 | Team Management and Marketing Strategies |
| Introduction to Team Management - techniques for managing teams, fostering collaboration, and enhancing leadership skills | |
| Developing a Marketing Strategies - marketing plan, branding and positioning marketing channels and tactics | |
| Day 4 | Financial Management, Strategic Partnerships, and Mentoring |
| Strategies for financial planning and budgeting | |
| Approaches for securing funding and establishing key partnerships | |
| Effective mentoring and coaching strategies for guiding students | |
| Day 5 | Business Plan Development |
| Workshop on creating a comprehensive draft of a business plan | |
| Day 6 | Course Wrap-Up and Cultural Exploration |
| Course evaluation: Review of learned skills, participant feedback, and discussions | |
| Presentation of Certificates of Attendance | |
| Excursion and exploration of local cultural attractions |
Language:
English
Dates and Locations:
Gdańsk, Poland
- Price: €450*
- Trainer: Joanna Woźniczka-Sulka, PhD
Dr. Joanna Woźniczka-Sulka is a distinguished academic and practitioner with extensive expertise in entrepreneurship education. With over a 20 years of experience in education and training, she excels in developing and delivering high-impact courses on entrepreneurship, business models, social innovations, human resources. With a Ph.D. in Management and Quality Sciences, she brings extensive expertise in organizational management and EU project management, having successfully completed over 150 projects, including those funded by ERASMUS+, ESF and EEA Grants.
- Dates:
- 26-31 Aug 2024
- 09-14 Sep 2024
- 7-12 Oct 2024
- 25-30 Nov 2024
- 09-14 Dec 2024
Comments:
*A €60 late registration fee applies if registering less than 8 weeks before the course start date. All prices include VAT.
- Participants who attend at least 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
- The final schedule will be provided 2 weeks before the course starts and may be adjusted based on participants' needs and teacher's discretion.
- Participants may need to bring their own laptops.
Contact us
For any specific requests or to discuss particular topics, please contact us at least 4 weeks in advance. We look forward to helping you inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs!