Munich, Germany

Solve the challenges of consumerism

when 20 September 2018 - 26 September 2018
language English
duration 1 week
fee EUR 119

The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School (GESS) is a seven-day program where 140 university students come together in Munich, Mexico City, Shanghai and Cape Town to develop entrepreneurial solutions that meet the world’s biggest challenges. In the spirit of promoting “billion-dollar projects to foster societal change”, we work on the UN Sustainable Development Goals aiming to empower students to become young responsible leaders who create positive change in our society.
At the end of the course, you and your team will pitch your idea to a wide public audience – and you should definitely not miss the celebration afterwards!

Course leader

The Global Entrepreneurship Summer School (GESS)

Target group

We are looking for top-notch students from all over the world.

Course aim

At GESS, you will work in international and interdisciplinary teams on region-specific problems to develop your own idea that presents both a sustainable impact on society and a self-sustaining, profitable business model. Throughout GESS, your team will be partnered with a coach who will provide you with feedback and assistance on any technical questions, like how to test your idea with the community on-site. A series of interactive input sessions by renowned entrepreneurs will provide you with the complementary knowledge.

Fee info

EUR 119: Tuition fee

We charge a non-refundable tuition fee of EUR 119.00 per selected participant. Paying the tuition fee on time is a requirement for participating in GESS. Fees are to be paid via the mentioned account upon being selected, and applicants are responsible for covering any associated transfer fees, if applicable.



Flight costs

All transportation costs to and from your GESS location must be covered by you. We want you to be entrepreneurial – consider it your first challenge to raise the money to join us (e.g. through a crowdfunding campaign, a summer job, sponsoring, etc.). We are happy to support you in spreading the word if needed.



Costs covered

During the program, the following costs are covered for all participants:

-Full board for 7 days (i.e. meals).
-Accommodation in shared rooms for a maximum of 8 nights.
-On-site transportation (via public transit) to the locations of GESS activities.


You are responsible for covering any additionally occurring costs that are not mentioned here (e.g. insurance, any activity engaged in during free-time, etc.).

Scholarships

No