Ready to tackle today’s societal challenges?
Our Certificate for Transformational Change prepares you for the challenges of our age.
re.think.
re.create.
re.shape.
WHAT IT IS
Embark on a journey of system innovation with our comprehensive program. We’ll equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to spearhead positive change in society. Whether you aspire to launch your own social enterprise or drive transformation within existing organizations, we’ve got you covered. We’re dedicated to nurturing not just impactful ideas but financially sustainable business models. Upon completion, you’ll earn a prestigious certificate and become part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, united in their mission to reshape the world.
WHAT AWAITS YOU
Experience a transformative path ahead with our dynamic certificate program, conducted over the course of a single semester. Engage in collaborative efforts within interdisciplinary teams, where interaction, experimentation, and fostering an autonomous and reflective work ethic are paramount. We’re committed to providing personalized support tailored to your unique journey. Throughout the program, you’ll immerse yourself in cutting-edge methods for addressing societal and environmental challenges while connecting deeply with fellow changemakers who share your passion for creating a brighter future.
WHO IT’S FOR
Whether you’re currently pursuing your studies or advancing your professional development, our Certificate for Transformational Change welcomes you. Tailored for students from the second semester onwards at universities and higher education institutions as well as young professionals eager to enhance their skills in impact entrepreneurship. Your personal commitment to societal issues, from fostering social mobility to promoting sustainable consumption, from addressing migration challenges to advocating lifelong global learning, is the essential prerequisite for participation.
More Information and Application
Applications for the Certificate for Transformational Change in the winter semester 2024/25 are no longer possible. If you’d like to receive a reminder as soon as the applications for the German language Certificate in the summer semester 2025 are open, sign up for our application reminder below.
The Certificate for Transformational Change is conducted in a blended learning format in English language, featuring on-site block courses in Munich as well as online meetings and courses. The dates and locations for the coming winter semester are as following:
Full day sessions (on site):
- 25 & 26 October: Understand our system(s) & find your travel companions / @ Start2 GmbH & Creative Hall, Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship
- 15 November: Imagine futures & shape the present / @ Landshut University of Applied Sciences
- 2 December: Adjust your (inner) compass / @ Creative Hall, Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship
- 20 December: Choose the most impactful trail / @ Creative Hall, Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship
- 20 January: Create your entrepreneurial itinerary / @ Creative Hall, Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship
- 31 January: Construct the new & learn from (system) failure / @ Creative Hall, Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship
- 14 February: Get ready to launch – final presentations / @ Start2 GmbH
Online sessions (9-11:00AM, online via Zoom):
- 18 October: Kick off – the journey starts
- 4 November: Stopover – get & give feedback
- 9 December: Stopover – get & give feedback
- 7 January: Stopover – get & give feedback
- 10 February: Stopover – prepare for final presentations
Fees for Students: 0 Euros
Fees for Professionals:
- 120 Euros for enrollment as an auditor at TUM. Enrollment is to be done independently – more information available here.
- 149 Euros for receiving the certificate from the Social Entrepreneurship Akademie
- Possible fees for excursions (Bayern-Ticket)
Crediting up to 9 ECTS is possible in certain cases, depending on your degree program and your university. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding this.
The certificate is awarded by the Social Entrepreneurship Akademie upon successful participation. Participation in all parts of the program is required to receive the certificate.
You should have basic knowledge of Social Entrepreneurship and Sustainability as a prerequisite for your participation. You can acquire this in advance, for example through our free MOOC ‘Enabling Social Entrepreneurs To Shape A Better World’.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Carola Vogel or Verena Kaoui.