ENERGiES – European Network for Research Training in Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Managerial Innovation

ENERGiES is a three year Erasmus+ project implemented by a consortium of higher education institutions: the University of Montpellier (France), University of Barcelona (Spain), Kozminski University (Poland), and a business partner – Réseau Entreprendre (France). Its aim is to create an integrated European research training programme in the area of sustainable management and entrepreneurship.

The project covers a development pathway from students’ first contact with research, through preparation of students planning to pursue doctoral studies, including both the development of a doctoral dissertation concept and formal preparation of applications for doctoral programmes.

Project objectives

Increasing the attractiveness of the academic career path in the area of sustainable management and entrepreneurship.

Development of a joint training programme for second-cycle (master’s level) students preparing for a research career.

Creation of a European network of cooperating universities and researchers, and strengthening links with business.

Development of a pedagogical model preparing future doctoral candidates to undertake doctoral studies and promoting international cooperation in this area.

Planned activities

International online training sessions and seminars for second-cycle students.
Annual international spring schools organised by the project partners.
Mentoring and workshops supporting the preparation of research proposals and doctoral programme applications.
Cooperation with companies to identify research topics relevant to business practice.
Development of training modules and teaching materials for potential doctoral candidates (at the second-cycle level).