GO! – The start-up hub Upper Franconia
Ready, steady, GO! - The starting signal for your ideas journey
Are you studying or working at the University of Bamberg, the University of Bayreuth, Coburg University of Applied Sciences or Hof University of Applied Sciences and have always wanted to …
- develop innovative solutions to social challenges for the world of tomorrow?
- collaborate with other creative minds from different disciplines and learn from each other?
- work on exciting ideas with business potential?
- find out what constitutes entrepreneurial thinking and action?
- find out what qualities and skills make successful founders and develop your own personality in this direction?
- try out in a protected environment whether self-employment could be a career option for you?
Then our GO! training program is just right for you!
Who can apply?
The program is open to all students and employees of all disciplines at the universities and colleges in Bamberg, Bayreuth, Hof and Coburg.
Whether you already have a concrete start-up idea or are simply interested in the topic of entrepreneurship & innovation or would like to develop your personality, we welcome you to apply and become part of GO!24.
How can I apply?
You can register via the registration form.
In addition, we ask you to submit a video (max. 3 min) or a text (max. 500 words) on the following key questions: The application phase ends on 31.10.2024.
We look forward to getting to know you and shaping the future together with you!
Do you have any questions?
Then write toelena.friedel@hs-coburg.deBewerbe now:
How is GO! structured?
Part I: Preparation phase from the end of fall 2024
- Online preparation modules on entrepreneurship and innovation (learning independent of time and space)
- Imparting knowledge in three core areas: “Innovation Skills and Tools”, “Trend Research” and “Lean Entrepreneurship”
Part II: Kick-off workshop
- Official launch of GO!24
- Getting to know the other participants
- Overview of the program
- Short workshop “Discover your entrepreneurial potential”
- Development of initial visions and ideas
- Matchmaking & team building
- Joint workshop and networking
When: 17-18.11.2024 Where: at Banz Monastery
Part III: Practical phase and consolidation
- Work on real start-up and innovation projects
- Deepening knowledge on topics relating to entrepreneurship and start-ups in events at the individual universities and in the network
- Development of your own business plan or trend paper
- Participation in accompanying events and student projects
Part IV: Closing workshop of GO!24
- Presentation of own projects
- Official conclusion of GO!24
- Networking with potential supporters and investors
- Possible follow-up of the projects in business start-ups
When: November 2025 Where: Banz Monastery
This is what GO!
The GO! program offers you the opportunity to work in a protected environment.
- to acquire versatile entrepreneurial future skills that are essential for starting your own business, but also valuable for any other career in business and science, e.g. in the field of corporate management (e.g. intrapreneurship, company succession and safeguarding) and project/product management)
- Develop and test ideas with business potential and, if you want, implement them as part of a start-up
- work together with students and academic staff from different disciplines and benefit from their knowledge, perspectives and experience
- achieve your personal and professional goals through individual coaching and mentoring sessions
- take part in exclusive networking events and make valuable contacts with successful start-up personalities and companies
- Gain access to the resources and infrastructure of the four participating universities to support your projects
- deepen your knowledge of innovation and entrepreneurship in interdisciplinary and interactive workshops and seminars
- document the skills acquired by means of a certificate of attendance and provide evidence (e.g. for job applications)
- Become part of a dynamic innovation ecosystem and contribute to actively shaping your region
Do you have an idea that could change the world?
Are you thinking about starting your own business during or after your studies?
Self-employment and starting your own business mean one thing above all: putting your ideas into practice and going your own way.
We from the Start-up and self-employment team support you in this and would like to encourage you to approach us – no matter where you are at the moment!