Learning Opportunities

Resilience & Personal Development on the Research Journey

A positive mindset can transform your research journey! Our interactive BIP helps postgraduate researchers build resilience and reflection skills to boost motivation, manage stress, and embrace creativity.Explore supervision, peer support, and expectation managementCreate your own reflective action planStrengthen self-awareness, relationships, communication and personal growthThrough cycles of learning, reflection, and refinement, you’ll gain practical tools to thrive academically and personally—while contributing to success and enjoyment along your research journey.

RUN-EU Ambassador Lab - Defining Roles, Creating Impact

RUN-EU Ambassador Lab: Defining Roles, Creating ImpactFace-to-Face Week: FHV, Dornbirn, Austria 19 - 23. October 2026Understanding of the role of an ambassadorAwareness of purpose and influenceA framework of realistic impactLong terms objectives inside their given institute

Serious Gaming for Business Resilience

Based on the design-based education (DBE) and design-based research (DBR) approach this BIP will introduce students to the complex challenges of organisational change and business resilience and how serious gaming methodology can help organisations deal with these challenges.

Smart everything

The programme introduces you to how new technological developments of Artificial Intelligence can be applied to specific business ideas. You will learn how to use free, open-source large language models to create a variety of tools, such as chatbots, translators, content generators, and summarisation software. By working with these existing machine learning models, you will gain practical experience in applying AI technology to solve real-world problems and generate business ideas.

SME Challenges on Internationalisation

Join the BIP: SME Challenges on InternationalisationCollaborate with international students to solve live cases for SMEs. This is your chance to turn theory into practice!What to expect:Real Impact: Work on actual challenges from local entrepreneurs.Expert Insights: Learn from industry professionals.Design-Based Education: Experience all 5 facets of this innovative method.Global Network: Build an international team and lifelong connections.The Experience: It’s not just work! Explore historic Leeuwarden and the beautiful province of Friesland through social events and excursions.

Social Media Communication & Storytelling Summer School

Join the Social Media Communication & Storytelling Summer School 2026 and turn your ideas into impactful digital stories!In one intensive week, you’ll explore social media strategies, create content, and work in mixed teams alongside students, pupils, and media professionals.Hands-on workshopsReal media projectsEthical & creative storytellingCollaboration & mentoringLearn how to analyse, create, and communicate in today’s digital world while making your voice heard.

Socio-Economic transition in the EU: A necessity to stay competitive

Speak, Lead, Succeed!

Unlock the power of communication and leadership in this high-energy, 5-day LEXS! Gain confidence, resolve conflicts, and lead effectively through interactive workshops, role-plays, and real-world challenges. Speak up, stand out, and succeed!

Successful AI-Driven Marketing and Product Innovation

This BIP combines AI-driven insights with hands-on learning, giving students a solid understanding of market analysis, customer insights, and creating impactful product concepts.Through online sessions and practical projects, participants sharpen their teamwork, research, ideation, and presentation skills—preparing them to innovate confidently in fast-paced business environments.