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4th International Summer School on Innovative Entrepreneurship – VIVES Hogeschool, Belgium

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Dear ITS Students,

Warm greetings from Belgium!

VIVES University of Applied Sciences, Belgium, is pleased to open applications for the 4th International Summer School on Innovative Entrepreneurship, taking place 20–30 April 2026 in the historic cities of Bruges and Kortrijk.

This short program carries the theme “Becoming the Entrepreneur of the Next Generation,” focusing on global challenges, alternative production systems, and future-oriented business innovation. The Summer School combines interactive lectures, company visits, hands-on workshops, and cultural activities, welcoming undergraduate, graduate, PhD students, and professionals from around the world.


Program Focus

Participants will gain insights into topics such as:

  • A.I. Applications in Business

  • Innovative Business Development

  • Business Ethics

  • Social Entrepreneurship

  • Circular Economy

  • Finances for Entrepreneurs

  • Emotional Intelligence in Business

  • Design Thinking & daily brainstorming sessions

  • Company visits to leading Belgian industries


Program Benefits

  • 7 ECTS or Certificate of Participation

  • International lecturers and multidisciplinary learning

  • Cultural activities in Bruges (UNESCO Heritage) & Kortrijk

  • Networking opportunities with global participants

  • Ready-to-use media kit for promotion (for partner institutions)


Program Fees

Basic Package
€1090 (includes course fee, course materials, and lunch)
Inclusive Package
€1590 (includes course fee, course materials, lunch, and shared accommodation with breakfast)

Reduced Fees for Non-European Partner Institutions (including ITS):

  • Basic Package: €990

  • Inclusive Package: €1490


Registration Deadlines

  • Inclusive Package: 15 February 2026

  • Basic Package: 30 March 2026

Cancellation is allowed without penalty before the respective deadlines. After those dates, a cancellation fee of €550 applies.

Minimum 15 participants – maximum 30 participants.


Location

📍 Bruges and Kortrijk, Belgium
⏳ Duration: 20–30 April 2026


More Information & Registration

Full details, brochure, and application link can be found at:
https://www.vives.be/en/summer-school-innovative-entrepreneurship

For questions, please reach out to the ITS Global Engagement office or contact VIVES directly via the website.

We hope to see ITS students joining this exciting international experience in Belgium next spring!

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