Registrations are now open for two new seminars dedicated to PhD students, researchers, and young professionals interested in developing key skills for their entrepreneurial journey:
📅 January 23, 2025 | “Entrepreneurship” Seminar
This seminar is an opportunity for PhD students and researchers interested in exploring the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and the startup creation process.
This intensive one-day program aims to provide a clear and practical overview of how to transform an innovative idea into an entrepreneurial project, equipping participants with the necessary tools to approach the world of startups and innovation.
The main goal is to introduce participants to the key concepts of entrepreneurship and the critical development stages of a startup. They will gain an understanding of economic dynamics, organizational challenges, and market trends that define the startup ecosystem, learning to identify business opportunities and develop innovative ideas into concrete projects.
Discover how to turn an innovative idea into an entrepreneurial project by exploring tools such as the Business Model Canvas, MVP creation, and networking strategies.
Topics Covered:
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- What does it mean to be an entrepreneur?
- Differences between startups, SMEs, and established businesses.
- Global trends in the startup world.
From Problem to Business Idea
- Identifying problems and market opportunities.
- Creating an innovative business idea.
- Brainstorming and ideation tools.
Business Models
- Introduction to the Business Model Canvas.
- Building and validating a business model.
Introduction to the Validation Process
- MVP (Minimum Viable Product) and market testing.
- How to gather feedback and refine your idea.
Networking and Partnerships
- How to build a strong support network.
- The role of incubators and accelerators.
Case Study
📅 February 13, 2025 | “Leadership” Seminar
Leadership is a seminar designed for PhD students and young researchers who want to develop leadership skills.
The seminar will cover team management, effective communication, and the ability to make quick decisions in dynamic and ever-evolving entrepreneurial environments.
Through a practical and interactive approach, participants will have the opportunity to understand and apply leadership principles essential for navigating the challenges and opportunities typical of startups and innovative businesses.
Participants will learn to identify their leadership style and adapt it to the needs of their team and organization, fostering a collaborative, motivating, and resilient environment. Additionally, the seminar will explore the principles of inclusive and sustainable leadership, with a special focus on ethical dynamics and social responsibility.
Enhance your leadership techniques, team management, effective communication, and entrepreneurial ethics in dynamic and innovative settings.
Topics Covered:
Introduction to Entrepreneurial Leadership
- What are the characteristics of an effective leader in the startup world?
- Differences between traditional leadership and entrepreneurial leadership.
Leadership Styles and Their Application
- Leadership styles: authoritarian, participative, delegative.
- How to choose the right style for your team.
Team Management and Effective Communication
- How to build and motivate a successful team.
- Assertive communication techniques and conflict resolution.
Decision-Making in Uncertainty, Negotiation, and Conflict Resolution
- How to make quick and informed decisions in uncertain contexts.
- The importance of critical thinking and flexibility.
Inclusive and Sustainable Leadership
- Creating an inclusive and sustainability-oriented company culture.
- The importance of ethics and social responsibility in leadership.
Case Study
📍 Both seminars will be held at Aula Eraclito – MBC, Via Nizza 52, Turin
For more information, contact us at innovazione@2i3t.it!






