Entrepreneurship
Certificate Course - Management & Leadership - MM_MBA.7.Y26
| Date | Oct 12-16, 2026 |
| Duration | 5 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | 3 |
| Cost | 2,550 € |
Fundamentals
Understand core principles of technology entrepreneurship, startup development, and innovation-driven value creation.
Technology
Apply entrepreneurial methods, validation techniques, and innovation tools to develop and grow technology-based ventures.
Applications
Create and evaluate startup ideas through practical projects and real-world entrepreneurial problem-solving.
What you'll explore
- Understand the role of entrepreneurship in driving innovation, economic growth, and societal change through the creation of new ventures.
- Explore the foundations of technology entrepreneurship and the unique challenges and opportunities associated with technology-based startups.
- Develop knowledge, skills, and entrepreneurial mindsets through an action-learning approach that combines theoretical concepts with practical project work.
- Learn how to identify, validate, and refine business ideas while exploring the fundamentals of venture creation and growth.
- Examine how entrepreneurs transform innovative ideas into sustainable business opportunities and gain insight into the cognitive, social, and personal aspects of entrepreneurial decision-making.
- Apply entrepreneurial concepts in practical assignments that simulate real startup environments and support the development of innovation-oriented business thinking.
Your key takeaways
- Develop competencies required for technology entrepreneurship and startup development.
- Understand the theoretical foundations of entrepreneurship and innovation-driven business creation.
- Apply entrepreneurial methods to validate ideas and support the growth of technology-based ventures.
- Gain practical experience through project assignments reflecting real entrepreneurial challenges and opportunities.
- Strengthen cognitive, social, and personal skills relevant to entrepreneurial leadership and innovation management.
Taught by recognized experts in Entrepreneurship
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr. Orestis Terzidis
Prof. Dr. Orestis Terzidis is Head of the Institute for Entrepreneurship, Technology Management and Innovation (EnTechnon) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). With a PhD in physics and extensive industry experience at SAP, including roles in software development and research leadership, he bridges academic innovation with real-world business transformation. Since joining KIT in 2011, he has focused on entrepreneurship, digital business models, and technology-driven innovation. He contributes to national and international committees on energy systems, start-up research, and AI-driven business models. His work connects research, industry, and policy to advance innovation ecosystems and entrepreneurial thinking in the digital age.
Peter Bittner
Peter Bittner is Partner at Fleuchaus & Gallo Patent Attorneys and a European Patent Attorney with an LL.M. in Intellectual Property. Prior to joining the firm, he served as IP Portfolio Manager at SAP and gained extensive international experience in intellectual property and innovation management through positions at Nokia and SAP. As President of the International Institute for IP Management, he actively promotes the strategic development of intellectual property management on an international level. In addition, he has extensive teaching experience at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Centre for International Intellectual Property Studies (CEIPI). His expertise focuses on software and AI patenting, combining technological expertise with strategic IP management and patent law.
Tanja Himstedt
Tanja Himstedt is responsible for Controlling, Project Management, and Teaching Coordination at the Chair of Entrepreneurship and Technology Management at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). She has been with the chair since 2012, overseeing project controlling, financial administration, and teaching coordination. Her responsibilities also include the operational management of the EXIST Potenziale program, focusing on finance, reporting, and the internationalization of entrepreneurship education.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
- Entrepreneurship and Startup Professionals
Entrepreneurs, startup founders, and innovation managers seeking to develop and scale technology-based business ventures. - Innovation and Business Development Professionals
Managers, consultants, and professionals responsible for identifying business opportunities, developing new products, and driving innovation initiatives. - Technology and R&D Professionals
Engineers, researchers, and technical specialists interested in transforming technological ideas into viable business models and commercial solutions. - Strategy and Venture Development Roles
Professionals at the interface of technology, strategy, and business, engaged in venture creation, innovation strategy, and entrepreneurial decision-making. - Early-Career Professionals and Researchers
Graduates, PhD candidates, and academic staff in engineering, business, or related fields seeking to strengthen competencies in entrepreneurship and technology-driven innovation.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.