ZEEUS: International Train the Trainers Programme 2026

Teaching Social, Impact & Sustainability‑Oriented Entrepreneurship

1–3 June 2026 • Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE)

Join our international Train‑the‑Trainers programme designed for university educators who teach — or plan to teach — social, impact, and sustainability‑oriented entrepreneurship. Whether you are an experienced lecturer or a newcomer to the field, this three‑day interactive event offers a unique opportunity to innovate your teaching practice, exchange ideas, and connect with peers across Europe.

The programme brings together lecturers, trainers, and innovation support staff to explore how to teach social entrepreneurship in practice using active, experiential learning methods. Expect hands‑on workshops, peer learning, and a supportive international community focused on education for social and environmental impact.

Why Attend

This training is ideal for educators who want to:

• strengthen their understanding of social and impact entrepreneurship,
• gain confidence in active and experiential teaching methods,
• exchange experiences with colleagues from different countries and disciplines,
• build long‑term professional networks in sustainability education,
• work with practical tools for problem exploration, ideation, validation, and impact‑oriented business models.

The programme is highly interactive and based on learning‑by‑doing, reflection, and dialogue. Participants will reflect on their own teaching practice and co‑create new approaches to social entrepreneurship education.

What You Will Experience

Over three days, participants will:

• deepen their understanding of social and impact entrepreneurship,
• discuss common teaching challenges and solutions,
• practice facilitation instead of traditional lecturing,
• connect with an international community of educators.

Who Should Join

The programme is open to:

• university lecturers and professors,
• entrepreneurship educators and trainers,
• staff from incubators, innovation centers, and business schools,
• professionals involved in sustainability and impact education.

No technical business background is required — the focus is on pedagogy, mindset, and teaching practice. Participation may be supported through Erasmus+ staff training at your home institution.

Practical Information

Dates: 1–3 June 2026 Location: Prague, Czech Republic — VŠE campus Format: On‑site, interactive Language: English

The programme includes:

• all training sessions,
• learning materials and toolkit access,
• networking activities,
• certificate of participation.

Cost: Participation is free. Refreshments during the training are provided. Participants cover travel, accommodation, and meals outside the provided catering.

REGISTRATION FORM

Venue

Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) Faculty of Business Administration (FBA) — a leading Central European faculty in management and entrepreneurship education.

Discover Prague

Prague, the heart of Europe, offers an inspiring environment for learning and networking.

In your free time, enjoy:

• the UNESCO‑listed Old Town, Charles Bridge, and Prague Castle,
• a lively student atmosphere,
• excellent food, cafés, and cultural events,
• easy access from most European cities.

Come for professional development — stay for the experience.

Your Trainers

Ing. Lukáš Válek, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Entrepreneurship (VŠE) Lukáš teaches Social Entrepreneurship and related subjects that connect economic, social, and sustainability perspectives. His academic work focuses on social entrepreneurship, social economy, complementary economic systems, and non‑formal learning. He is involved in international research projects and brings extensive experience with interactive, learner‑centred facilitation — making him an ideal guide for this Train‑the‑Trainers programme.

Ing. Michal Andera, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Entrepreneurship (VŠE) Michal teaches opportunity recognition, business model development, and social entrepreneurship. He is known for a highly interactive, practice‑based teaching style that helps learners turn early ideas into validated concepts. With over 15 years of experience supporting startups, universities, and public institutions across Europe, he brings deep expertise in impact‑driven entrepreneurship education.

Michal also teaches in executive and honors programmes at VŠE and actively contributes to building entrepreneurship communities. He is a long‑standing instructor of the summer school course Starting a Business in CEE, which regularly welcomes students from The University of Texas at Austin and connects Central European entrepreneurial practice with an international classroom.

Kateřina Půbalová, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Managerial Psychology and Sociology (VŠE) Kateřina specializes in leadership development, sustainable leadership, and intercultural communication. Her teaching focuses on active learning and reflective competencies essential for responsible social and impact entrepreneurship. She has extensive experience in executive education, MBA programmes, and international academic collaborations.

Accommodation & Travel

The VŠE campus is located near the city center, with many hotels, hostels, and Airbnb options within walking distance. Prague offers reliable, safe, and affordable public transport, a well‑connected international airport, and excellent train and bus links.

About the ZEEUS Project

This training is part of ZEEUS – Zero Emission University Ecosystem, an EU‑funded initiative supporting universities in developing social, impact, and zero‑emission entrepreneurship education. The ZEEUS Toolkit and Train‑the‑Trainer’s programme strengthen the role of higher education in addressing climate and societal challenges.