Entrepreneurial Workshops

Registration for next set in October 19th to 23rd  is open below. Later sets will be on: 

30.11., 2.12., 4.12.

Who it’s for
International and domestic bachelor’s/master’s students and early-career researchers at the University of Turku, Åbo Akademi University, and Turku University of Applied Sciences.

Entrepreneurship Workshops — a structured path to startup

A three-session series runs monthly (in English) that teaches you how to get from first idea to investor-ready concept efficiently.

The workshops are always on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 12.30-15.30. The ending times are flexible based on the group size etc. But we always end by 15.30. 

Workshop description

Session 1 Ideation & Validation


Generate and learn how to validate business concepts in a single hands-on workshop. You will move from open, creative ideation (using tools like the NABC model) to testing real-world feasibility and customer desirability through Lean Canvas framing, early prototyping, and structured customer interview techniques. Learn how to identify target segments, uncover real problems, test critical assumptions, and iterate toward product–market fit based on evidence rather than guesswork.

Session 2 Commercialization & Business Planning


Develop a clear path to market by refining your value proposition, analyzing competitors, and selecting suitable revenue, pricing, and distribution models. You will also outline key activities, resources, partnerships, and funding options to form a concise, investor-ready business plan foundation.

Session 3 Pitching


Learn how to communicate the core of your idea clearly and convincingly by structuring a compelling pitch around the key elements: problem, solution, value, business model, market landscape, team, traction, and ask. You will practice delivering short pitches, refining your message, and designing a simple, effective pitch deck that supports your business idea.

Next set in October 19th to 23rd

  • Ideation & Validation (1) Monday 19.10.2026 12.30 -15.30
  • Commercialization & Business Planning Workshop (2): Wednesday 21.10.2026, 12:30–15.30
  • Pitching (3): Thursday 23.10.2026, 12:30–15.30
I sign up to the workshop on 19.10. – 23.10.

All workshops are held in Entrepreneurial Hub Konttori, located in Hämeenkatu 9, Turku.

You can find the workshop slides and materials here (ask Antti for password): Entrepreneurial workshop slides

Entrepreneurship workshops are organised as part of the UNICOM+ project (Uniting Companies, Employers and International University Talents, 2025-2027), co-funded by the European Union.

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