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Driving Sustainable Innovation
Training Programme for Students on Green Transistion, Communication and Entrepreneurship
This training programme equips students with the knowledge, skills, and competences 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.
VUOTO
Foundations of green transition and sustainability
Delivered by: University of Saarland (Germany)
Trainer: Milena Valeva
Date: 20/10/2025 – Time: 16:00 to 21:00 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 5 contact hours and 7,5 self-study hours
This course introduces the core principles of the green transition and sustainable development, with a focus on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Students explore corporate sustainability and social responsibility (CSR) through real-world case studies from multinational and local companies.
The course develops analytical skills to assess sustainability challenges and design responsible business solutions.
Green Communication Skills (in 2 parts)
Delivered by: University of Alicante (Spain)
Trainer: Antonio Jesús Antón Baeza
Date:
Part 1: 05/11/2025 – Time: 16:30 to 19:00 (link given upon registration)
Part 2: 13/11/2025 – Time: 16:30 to 19:00 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 5 contact hours (parts 1 and 2) and 7,5 self-study hours
This course focuses on developing effective communication skills that support sustainability and environmental responsibility. Participants learn how to deliver presentations, write professional emails, and manage online communication while minimizing environmental impact. Special attention is given to conflict management, intercultural communication, and promoting sustainable action through responsible messaging.
Sustainable Start-Ups
Delivered by: University of Primorska (Slovenia)
Trainer: Jana Hojnik
Date: 04/11/2025 – Time: 13:00 to 18:00 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 5 contact hours and 7,5 self-study hours
This course explores sustainability as a key driver of modern entrepreneurship and business innovation.
Students examine sustainable business models and analyse how start-ups address environmental, social, and economic challenges.
Through case studies and group work, learners gain practical insights into integrating sustainability from the earliest stages of a venture.
Resilience in Economics and Management (in 2 parts)
Delivered by: Mariupol State University (Ukraine)
Trainer: Inna Arakelova
Date:
Part 1: 27/10/2025 – Time: 10:00 to 12:30 (link given upon registration)
Part 2: 17/11/2025 – Time: 10:00 to 12:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 5 contact hours (parts 1 and 2) and 7,5 self-study hours
This course examines business resilience in times of uncertainty and societal transformation using VUCA and BANI frameworks.
Students analyse how digitalization, geopolitical instability, and technological change affect economic and managerial decision-making.
The course builds competences in developing adaptive strategies and assessing sustainability and resilience as long-term competitive advantages.
Academic staff
Enhancing Innovation
and Entrepreneurship
Strategies for Green Transition and Organisational Resilience for Academic Staff
This programme helps academic staff gain practical skills to support innovation, sustainability, and resilience in their university, academic and research work.
Participants will learn how to understand and engage with innovation ecosystems, work effectively in interdisciplinary teams, plan and run eco-friendly meetings, conferences, events, and use digital and green strategies to improve research practices.
VUOTO
Innovation Ecosystem Stakeholders and Processes
Delivered by: University of Primorska (Slovenia)
Trainer: Simona Kustec
Date: 27/10/2025 – Time: 09:00 to 11:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course introduces the concept of innovation ecosystems and explains how they differ from entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Participants explore key actors, institutions, and processes that enable the creation, development, and commercialization of innovation.
The course encourages reflection on how universities and organizations can actively contribute to innovation ecosystems at local, regional, and international levels.
Teaming Up for Green: Team Management and Conflict Resolution
Delivered by: University of Saarland (Germany)
Trainer: KOMIT – Competence Centre for People, Innovation & Technology
Date: 28/10/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course focuses on effective team management and leadership in interdisciplinary and intercultural sustainability projects.
Participants develop practical skills for conflict prevention and resolution in the context of green and organizational transformation.
Through role-play and reflection, the course strengthens communication and collaboration during complex change processes.
Sustainable Behaviour Guideline for Conferences and Meetings
Delivered by: University of Alicante (Spain)
Trainer: Antonio Jesús Antón Baeza
Date: 10/11/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course provides practical guidance on designing and managing sustainable academic conferences and meetings.
Participants apply the 5 Rs framework to event planning, travel decisions, venue selection, and catering to reduce environmental impact.
The course empowers participants to develop and implement sustainability guidelines and action plans within their academic or institutional context.
Green and Digital Transition for Organizational Resilience
Delivered by: Mariupol State University (Ukraine)
Trainer: Valeriia Podunai
Date: 24/11/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course explores how green and digital transitions contribute to organizational resilience in times of uncertainty.
Participants analyse risks and opportunities linked to digital transformation and sustainability-driven change.
The course develops competences in adaptive management, digital process optimization, and resilience-oriented decision-making.
Empowering Sustainable
Workplace Practices
Innovation, Digital Tools, and Green Transition for Non-Academic Staff
This training programme helps non-academic staff gain practical skills to support innovation, sustainability, and resilience in their daily work.
Through interactive sessions, exercises, and case studies, participants will learn how to use digital tools efficiently, plan and run eco-friendly meetings, contribute to innovation projects, and adapt to change.
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to apply these skills to make their work more efficient, sustainable, and supportive of the university’s goals.
VUOTO
Innovation Ecosystem Stakeholders and Processes
Delivered by: University of Primorska (Slovenia)
Trainer: Simona Kustec
Date: 28/10/2025 – Time: 10:00 to 12:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course introduces the concept of innovation ecosystems and explains their structure, key actors, and processes.
Participants analyse stakeholder roles, interdependencies, and pathways for innovation generation and commercialization.
The course highlights how universities and non-academic staff can actively contribute to and strengthen innovation ecosystems.
Digital Tools for a Greener Workplace (in 2 parts)
Delivered by: University of Saarland (Germany)
Trainer: School of Digital Sciences at Saarland University
Date:
Part 1: 05/11/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Part 2: 13/11/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours (parts 1 and 2)
This course explores how digital tools and workflows can reduce resource use and support institutional sustainability goals.
Participants gain practical insights into green IT solutions, paperless processes, and energy-efficient digital systems.
The course also raises awareness of cybersecurity, ethics, and responsible digital practices in green transformation.
Managing Efficient Meetings in a Sustainable Framework
Delivered by: University of Alicante (Spain)
Trainer: Antonio Jesús Antón Baeza
Date: 20/11/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course focuses on planning and facilitating efficient meetings aligned with sustainability objectives in academic settings.
Participants learn to apply eco-conscious practices to face-to-face, online, and hybrid meetings while maintaining engagement and inclusion.
The course develops skills in agenda design, digital collaboration, and inclusive communication for sustainable decision-making.
Green and Digital Transition for Organizational Resilience
Delivered by: Mariupol State University (Ukraine)
Trainer: Valeriia Podunai
Date: 01/12/2025 – Time: 11:00 to 13:30 (link given upon registration)
Overall duration: 2,5 contact hours
This course examines organizational resilience in the context of green and digital transitions. Participants analyse uncertainty, risks, and opportunities linked to digitalization and sustainability-driven change. The course builds competences in adaptive management, digital optimization, and resilience-oriented organizational strategies.