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·                     Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset grounded in self-awareness and purpose, empowering students to lead with innovation and integrity in both professional and personal spheres—within Austria, across Europe, and in global contexts.

•     Gain foundational skills and frameworks in social innovation to act as effective change agents, equipped to address urgent social, economic, and environmental challenges across the European landscape.

•     Enhance critical thinking, evaluation, and strategic planning abilities to design and lead impactful initiatives as social entrepreneurs and public leaders.

•     Develop a comprehensive entrepreneurial leadership plan to be implemented during the summer and refined for long-term engagement—whether in Austria, the EU, or globally.

•     Engage with local community leaders, Austrian practitioners, and European social enterprises to identify areas of need, explore opportunities for contribution, and examine successful models of innovation.

•     Build meaningful relationships with fellow students and the wider European and international entrepreneurial community, contribute actively to the evolution of the course experience, and embrace the journey with curiosity, collaboration, and joy.

Entrepreneurship for Good is designed to help students understand and harness the power of social entrepreneurship as both a mindset and a practice—within Austria, across Europe, and in a globally connected world. The course is structured into four key phases: Awakening, Exploring, Planning, and Sharing. Each phase invites you to engage deeply through hands-on activities, reflective exercises, and interactive discussions that extend beyond the classroom and into the community.

Through site visits, collaboration with local and regional changemakers, and interdisciplinary learning experiences, you’ll explore the foundational principles and real-world applications of life and social entrepreneurship in the European context. Austria’s strong civic infrastructure, innovative social sector, and commitment to sustainability offer a dynamic environment in which to practice these ideas.

Students should be prepared to step boldly beyond their comfort zones—into spaces where creativity, courage, and action come together to meet the needs of society. This course is not only about learning; it’s about doing. It’s about discovering how your unique contributions can make a meaningful difference in Austria, throughout Europe, and beyond.

NOTE: Students who complete PADM 4224 and PPEL 3200 are eligible for the Sullivan Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

The University of New Orleans International Summer School program has a mandatory class attendance policy. All students are required to attend class for all morning classes and any required afternoon and/or weekend fields trips and lectures. No unexcused absences are allowed. However, LFU students who have to miss a UNO class due to LFU examinations in the first two weeks of our program, can receive one excused absence for this. Any further unexcused absences will result in an academic penalty. Each faculty member determines the penalty for missed classes. Most professors deduct a letter grade for each additional missed class day. For details, please refer to your course syllabi, which will be distributed on the first day of class. The listed ECTS credits are a recommendation by the University of New Orleans Innsbruck Summer School, based on contact hours, anticipated out-of-classroom requirements such as field trips, and projected workload for readings, assignments, and exam preparation. Mail: Center-New-Orleans@uibk.ac.at