BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ingenium - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ingenium X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ingenium-university.eu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ingenium REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Athens BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTSTAMP:20260526T061831 CREATED:20260414T121732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T073615Z UID:10000123-1793577600-1794009599@ingenium-university.eu SUMMARY:BIP - CLARITY-AI: Critical Learning in the Technology Age of AI DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n \n “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi \nVirtual Sessions:05-24 October 2026 \nCredits:3 ECTS \nBIP Type:Transversal \nFields of Study:Chemistry\, Chemical Engineering\, Pharmacy\, Biotechnology – Cosmetic Science and Formulation\, Sustainability & Entrepreneurship \nLevel of Experience:Bachelor / Master \nSending partners:MUS\, HKA (+ other INGENIUM Universities) \nAvailable Places: 25 total5-15 HKA students5-15 MUS students5-15 other INGENIUM Universities \nBIP CoordinatorIrina Ignatescu-Maneairina.ignatescu-manea@academic.tuiasi.ro \n\n Categories:\n Blended Intensive Programmes \n\n Tags:\n \n INGENIUM BIPs 26/27 \n\n \n TUIASI \n \n\n Iasi\,\n Romania\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n BIP – CLARITY-AI: Critical Learning in the Technology Age of AI\n November 2\n –\n November 6\n \nAbout the programme\nCLARITY-AI: Critical Learning in the Technology Age of AI is a practical\, interdisciplinary Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) focused on developing critical thinking skills by comparing human reasoning with AI-supported outputs. \nThe programme is designed for students from different fields and educational backgrounds and aims to strengthen their ability to analyse problems\, formulate and evaluate hypotheses\, and take responsible decisions by comparing human reasoning with AI-supported outputs. \nA key focus is to provide a theoretical foundation and to create practical contexts for analysis\, critical thinking\, and problem-solving in areas such as physics\, life and social sciences\, engineering\, drawing\, design and 3D printing. \nHow you will learn\nLearning activities are based on problem-based and case-based learning\, including scenarios inspired by applied sciences. Students work in international teams through three phases:  \n\nUsing only human reasoning\nUsing AI-supported inquiry \nPerforming a structured comparative and critical analysis \n\nSpecial emphasis is placed on reflection and metacognition\, supported by guided self-reflection tools and group discussions. \n \nCompetences you will develope\n\nCritical thinking and problem-solving in interdisciplinary contexts \nDigital competences and responsible AI use \nIntercultural collaboration and international teamwork \nInnovation\, creativity\, and design thinking (including 3D printing) \nInclusiveness and equitable academic support \nSustainability and lifelong learning competences \n\nLearning Outcomes\nAfter successful completion of the BIP\, students will be able to: \n\nLO1. Critically evaluate and compare human reasoning and AI-supported solutions in complex problem-solving contexts \nLO2. Apply structured methods of critical thinking\, hypothesis formulation and validation in interdisciplinary teams \nLO3. Identify limitations\, biases and uncertainties in AI-generated outputs \nLO4. Justify technical\, scientific and design decisions using evidence-based and transparent criteria \nLO5. Collaboratively develop and prototype solutions using digital design and 3D printing technologies \nLO6. Reflect on their own cognitive processes and decision-making strategies through structured self-assessment \n\nBIP’s Programme\nVirtual component (online activities)\nPeriod: 5 – 24 October 2026  \nSchedule / Contents:  \n5–8 October 2026:  \n\nSession 1: Introductory & interactive – Icebreaking and Critical Thinking \nSession 2: Fundamentals and properties of magnets and magnetic sensors \nSession 3: AutoCAD 3D \nSession 4: 3D Printing \n\n19-23 October 2026:  \n\nSession 5: Critical Thinking and Methods of Problem-Solving \n\nDuration: online lectures\, self-study and/or group work = 50 hours \nPhysical component (on-site at TUIASI) \nPeriod: 2 -6 November 2026 \nProgramme / Contents:  \n\nIntroduction to AI as a decision-support tool (engineering\, medicine\, psychology) \nTeam-based applied tasks: theoretical/methodological approach followed by AI-assisted problem-solving phase \nCritical thinking techniques to compare\, evaluate and reflect on both approaches \n3D printing materialisation of final team solutions \nStructured teamwork\, guided discussions\, formal presentations\, and facilitated reflection sessions \nDocumented debriefing sessions (psychologist-led\, using structured self-reflection forms) \n\nDuration: 5 days = 40 hours of on-site activities  \nApplication requirements\nTo apply for this BIP you must: \n\nBe enrolled at one of the INGENIUM partner universities at the time of the programme.\nApply through your home (sending) institution.\nHave a sufficient level of English (typically B2 or equivalent).\nBe available to participate in both the virtual and physical components of the BIP.\nMeet any specific academic or eligibility requirements indicated for this programme.\n\nAs this BIP includes a physical mobility period hosted at TUIASI (Iasi\, Romania)\, it is intended for students coming from other INGENIUM partner institutions. Therefore\, students enrolled at TUIASI are not eligible to apply for this specific BIP. \nHow to apply\nApplications for this BIP are managed by each INGENIUM partner university. \nTo apply\, please select your home university from the list below and follow the application process indicated on their page. Each institution has its own application platform and procedure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP for University Staff – Education for Sustainable Development at MTU Cork \n\n\n May 25 – May 29 \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Junior Summer School \n\n\n June 1 @ 8:00 – June 5 @ 17:00 EEST \n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP Sustainable Cosmetics & Entrepreneurship \n\n\n October 5 – October 9 URL:https://ingenium-university.eu/event/clarity-ai-critical-learning-in-the-technology-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:TUIASI\, Iasi\, Romania CATEGORIES:Blended Intensive Programmes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ingenium-university.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ai-industry-startup-technician-coding-listening-podcasts-office.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTSTAMP:20260526T061831 CREATED:20260504T141756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T073629Z UID:10000136-1794182400-1794614399@ingenium-university.eu SUMMARY:BIP Non-technical skills for Accountants DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n \n Munster Technological University \nVirtual Sessions:From 26/9/2026 for 6 weeks \nCredits:5 ECTS (free choice module — can also be taken as an extra credit module) \nBIP Type:Transversal \nFields of Study: \nBusiness\, Administration and Law — Accounting / Non-Technical (Soft) Skills for Business; drawing also from Entrepreneurship\, HR\, and Social Studies \nLevel of Experience:Bachelor (Accounting / Business programmes)  \nSending partners:URN\, UNIOVI (+ other INGENIUM Universities) \nAvailable Places: 25 total5-15 URN students5-15 UNIOVI students5-15 other INGENIUM Universities \nBIP Coordinator \nRuth Vance Lee \nruth.vancelee@mtu. \n\n Categories:\n Blended Intensive Programmes \n\n Tags:\n \n INGENIUM BIPs 26/27 \n\n BIP Non-technical skills for Accountants\n November 9\n –\n November 13\n \nAbout the programme\nNon-technical skills for accountants – This Erasmus Blended Intensive Programme is a dynamic and challenge-based learning experience designed to strengthen the non-technical skills essential for accountants in today’s global business environment. \nStudents will engage in real-world scenarios\, role-play exercises\, and case-based challenges that highlight the importance of communication\, team-work and leadership\, ethics\, and adaptability. The program will also incorporate case studies which aim to develop student’s business acumen\, critical thinking and problem solving. \nThrough a combination of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and an immersive mobility week\, participants will develop the interpersonal and professional skills that complement their technical accounting knowledge. Academic mentors and industry professionals will guide students in applying these skills to practical contexts\, preparing them for leadership roles in diverse organisations. \nHow you will learn\nLearning activities are based on problem-based and case-based approaches\, using real-world business scenarios and applied accounting contexts. The programme is designed to develop the non-technical competencies required of accountants\, including communication\, teamwork\, leadership\, ethical decision-making\, and adaptability. Students work in international teams through phases. \nSpecial emphasis is placed on reflection and metacognition\, supported by guided self-reflection tools and group discussions. \nCompetences you will develop\n\nCommunication & Influence: Building clarity in financial storytelling and stakeholder engagement\nLeadership & Teamwork: Developing collaborative leadership styles and managing diverse teams\nCritical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Applying structured reasoning to ambiguous business challenges\nAdaptability & Innovation: Navigating change\, digital transformation\, and future-of-work scenarios\nEthics & Professional Integrity: Upholding trust and accountability in decision-making\nCross-Cultural Competence: Working effectively in international and multicultural contexts\nEntrepreneurship\, HR and social studies perspectives integrated throughout \n\nLearning Outcomes\nAfter successful completion of the BIP\, students will be able to: \n\nLO1. Strengthen their ability to communicate financial insights to non-specialist audience\nLO2. Demonstrate leadership and teamwork in diverse\, cross-cultural settings\nLO3. Apply ethical reasoning and integrity to complex business dilemmas\nLO4. Enhance adaptability and resilience in dynamic organisational environments\nLO5. Build confidence in problem-solving and decision-making beyond technical accounting tasks\n\nBIP’s Programme\nVirtual component (online activities)\nPeriod: From 26/9/2026 for 6 weeks \nSchedule / Contents: \nSix thematic online sessions (Collaborative Online International Learning — COIL):  \n\nTheme 1 — Communication & Influence: building clarity in storytelling and stakeholder engagement \n\n\nTheme 2 — Leadership & Teamwork: developing collaborative leadership styles and managing diverse teams \n\n\nTheme 3 — Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: applying structured reasoning to ambiguous business challenges \n\n\nTheme 4 — Adaptability & Innovation: navigating change\, digital transformation\, and future-of-work scenarios \n\n\nTheme 5 — Ethics & Professional Integrity: upholding trust and accountability in decision-making \n\n\nTheme 6 — Cross-Cultural Competence: working effectively in international and multicultural contexts\n\n\n\n \n\n \nDuration: online lectures\, self-study and/or group work = 50 hours \nPhysical component (on-site at MTU)\nPeriod: 9-13 November 2026 \nProgramme / Contents:  \n\nLive case studies designed to test and refine non-technical skills in real-world settings  \nAttendance at MTU’s International Accounting Day event: local professionals deliver content and help students acquire non-technical skills \nPresentations to qualified accounting managers\, with feedback \n\nProject Types during mobility week:  \n\nBusiness Challenges: role-play scenarios requiring negotiation\, persuasion\, and decision-making under pressure \n\n\nCharity & Social Enterprise Cases: applying empathy\, ethical reasoning\, and communication skills to socially impactful projects \n\n\nCross-Cultural Collaboration: multinational team projects highlighting cultural awareness\, adaptability\, and inclusive leadership \n\nDuration: 5 days = 40 hours of on-site activities  \nApplication requirements\nTo apply for this BIP you must: \n\nBe enrolled at one of the INGENIUM partner universities at the time of the programme.\nApply through your home (sending) institution.\nHave a sufficient level of English (typically B2 or equivalent).\nBe available to participate in both the virtual and physical components of the BIP.\nMeet any specific academic or eligibility requirements indicated for this programme.\n\nAs this BIP includes a physical mobility period hosted at MTU (Cork\, Ireland)\, it is intended for students coming from other INGENIUM partner institutions. Therefore\, students enrolled at MTU are not eligible to apply for this specific BIP. \nHow to apply\nApplications for this BIP are managed by each INGENIUM partner university. \nTo apply\, please select your home university from the list below and follow the application process indicated on their page. Each institution has its own application platform and procedure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP for University Staff – Education for Sustainable Development at MTU Cork \n\n\n May 25 – May 29 \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Junior Summer School \n\n\n June 1 @ 8:00 – June 5 @ 17:00 EEST \n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP Sustainable Cosmetics & Entrepreneurship \n\n\n October 5 – October 9 URL:https://ingenium-university.eu/event/bip-non-technical-skills-for-accountants/ CATEGORIES:Blended Intensive Programmes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ingenium-university.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Non-technical-skills-for-Accountants.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTSTAMP:20260526T061831 CREATED:20260504T144301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T073635Z UID:10000139-1794787200-1795219199@ingenium-university.eu SUMMARY:BIP SeismicX: Engineering Structures for the Real World DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n \n “Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University of Iasi \nVirtual Sessions:mid-October / mid-November \nCredits:3 ECTS \nBIP Type:Discipline-specific \nFields of Study:Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering — Structural Dynamics\, Earthquake Engineering\, Seismic Design; transversal skills in international collaboration\, communication\, and systems thinking \nLevel of Experience:Bachelor / Master \nSending partners:MTU\, UdA (+ other INGENIUM Universities) \nAvailable Places: 5-10 MTU  students5-10 UdA students5-10 other INGENIUM Universities \nBIP CoordinatorIoana Olteanuioana.olteanu@academic.tuiasi.ro \n\n Categories:\n Blended Intensive Programmes \n\n Tags:\n \n INGENIUM BIPs 26/27 \n\n BIP SeismicX: Engineering Structures for the Real World\n November 16\n –\n November 20\n \nAbout the programme\nSeismicX: Engineering Structures for the Real World is a practical\, interdisciplinary Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) focused on developing a scientifically grounded understanding of structural behaviour during seismic events\, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world engineering practice. \nThe programme is designed for Bachelor’s and Master’s students in Civil Engineering and related fields and aims to strengthen their ability to analyse structural dynamic response\, evaluate seismic design choices\, and interpret experimental results by combining hands-on demonstrations\, physical models\, and laboratory experiments with fundamental theoretical foundations. \nA key focus is to provide both conceptual grounding and experiential learning in areas such as structural dynamics\, earthquake engineering\, seismic protection strategies\, numerical simulation\, and systems thinking\, exploring how seismic performance is shaped not only by individual structural components but also by the wider built environment. \nHow you will learn\nLearning activities are based on experiential and project-based learning\, combining virtual theoretical modules with intensive on-site hands-on activities. Students work in international and interdisciplinary teams throughout the programme:  \n\nDesigning\, building and testing a 3D structural model on a shaking table\nPerforming numerical simulations and comparing predictions with experimental seismic responses\nApplying iterative design refinement based on experimental feedback\n\nSpecial emphasis is placed on systems thinking and critical analysis\, supported by interactive demonstrations\, live laboratory experiments\, and poster presentations. \nCompetences you will develope\n\nStructural dynamics and earthquake engineering: degrees of freedom\, stiffness\, damping\, equation of motion\, natural frequencies\, modal shapes\nSeismic design principles and modern structural protection strategies (ductile design\, energy dissipation devices\, adaptive systems — TLD\, TMD — and base isolation)\nExperiential and hands-on learning: physical models\, laboratory experiments and shaking-table tests\nSystems thinking and societal awareness: seismic performance in the wider built environment\nInternational and intercultural collaboration: knowledge exchange and professional networking across INGENIUM institutions\nCritical thinking: evaluating design choices\, interpreting experimental results and comparing engineering strategies\nTransversal skills: communication\, dissemination\, and collaborative teamwork\n\nLearning Outcomes\nAfter successful completion of the BIP\, students will be able to: \n\nLO1. Explain the fundamental principles of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering\, including degrees of freedom\, stiffness\, damping\, natural frequencies\, modal shapes\, and seismic response spectra\nLO2. Design\, build and test a 3D structural model on a shaking table\, interpreting experimental results and comparing simulated with real seismic responses\nLO3. Apply numerical simulation tools (LinPRO\, Python\, Matlab) to model structural behaviour under seismic loading and iteratively refine designs based on experimental feedback\nLO4. Evaluate modern seismic protection strategies (ductile design\, energy dissipation devices\, TLD\, TMD\, base isolation) and apply critical thinking when comparing engineering design choices across seismic contexts\nLO5. Collaborate effectively in international\, intercultural teams\, sharing local seismic engineering perspectives and developing professional networks across INGENIUM partner institutions\n\nBIP’s Programme\nVirtual component (online activities)\nPeriod: mid-October / mid-November \nSchedule / Contents:  \nVM 1 — Introduction to Structural Dynamics:  \n\nEssential theoretical foundations: degrees of freedom\, stiffness\, damping\, equation of motion for SDOF systems\, natural frequencies and modal shapes\nBehaviour of damped and undamped systems under forced vibration: harmonic loading\, resonance and amplitude ratios\nInteractive demonstrations using numerical and finite element software (LinPRO\, Python\, Matlab)\n\nVM 2 — Understanding Earthquakes: From Ground Motion to Structural Systems:  \n\nIntroduction to seismology: Earth’s structure\, seismic zones\, causes and types of earthquakes\, seismic waves and measurement scales\nKey engineering concepts: ground-motion parameters (PGA)\, response spectra\, structural systems\, soil dynamics and soil–structure interaction\nModern seismic protection strategies: ductile design\, energy dissipation devices\, adaptive systems (TLD\, TMD) and base isolation\n\nVM 3 — Feedback session and evaluation \nPhysical component (on-site at TUIASI) \nPeriod: November 2026 \nProgramme / Contents:  \n\nIntroduction to the shaking table: initial experiment and review of the first numerical assignment\nIntroduction to damping devices and project requirements briefing; team formation\nWorking sessions: teams design\, build and test a small 3D building model on a shaking table\nNumerical simulations: teams perform structural modelling and compare predictions with shaking-table test results\nGuided design refinement: iterative improvement of structural models and analyses based on experimental feedback\nFinal model testing: conclusive shaking-table test comparing simulated and experimental seismic responses\nConcise poster presentations by each team\nTeam evaluation session\n\nDuration: 5-day on-site module (09:00–17:30 daily) \nApplication requirements\nTo apply for this BIP you must: \n\nBe enrolled at one of the INGENIUM partner universities at the time of the programme.\nApply through your home (sending) institution.\nHave a sufficient level of English (typically B2 or equivalent).\nBe available to participate in both the virtual and physical components of the BIP.\nMeet any specific academic or eligibility requirements indicated for this programme.\n\nAs this BIP includes a physical mobility period hosted at TUIASI (Iasi\, Romania)\, it is intended for students coming from other INGENIUM partner institutions. Therefore\, students enrolled at TUIASI are not eligible to apply for this specific BIP. \nHow to apply\nApplications for this BIP are managed by each INGENIUM partner university. \nTo apply\, please select your home university from the list below and follow the application process indicated on their page. Each institution has its own application platform and procedure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP for University Staff – Education for Sustainable Development at MTU Cork \n\n\n May 25 – May 29 \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Junior Summer School \n\n\n June 1 @ 8:00 – June 5 @ 17:00 EEST \n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP Sustainable Cosmetics & Entrepreneurship \n\n\n October 5 – October 9 URL:https://ingenium-university.eu/event/bip-seismicx-engineering-structures-for-the-real-world/ CATEGORIES:Blended Intensive Programmes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ingenium-university.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/seismicX-BIP.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20260526T061831 CREATED:20260504T141136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T073648Z UID:10000134-1795996800-1796428799@ingenium-university.eu SUMMARY:BIP Academic Communication DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n \n Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences \nVirtual Sessions:05 October- 25 November 2026 \nCredits:5 ECTS \nBIP Type:Transversal \nFields of Study:all fields of study \nLevel of Experience:Bachelor / Master \nSending partners:MTU\, XAMK\, URN (+ other INGENIUM Universities) \nAvailable Places:  15-20 total5 MTU students5 XAMK students5 URN students \n \nUp to 5 students from other INGENIUM partner universities \nBIP Coordinator \nMila Koretnikov: mila.koretnikov@h-ka.de \nAlexander Kim+ Anna Tillhon: ingenium@h-ka.de \n\n Categories:\n Blended Intensive Programmes \n\n Tags:\n \n INGENIUM BIPs 26/27 \n\n BIP Academic Communication\n November 30\n –\n December 4\n \nAbout the programme\nAcademic Communication is an interdisciplinary Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) that brings together students from different countries and fields of study to strengthen their academic\, intercultural\, and digital communication skills. \nThe programme combines interactive workshops\, group projects\, discussions\, and presentations with periods of guided self‑study. Its core idea is to create a space where students can experiment with different forms of academic communication\, exchange perspectives\, and reflect on how communication works in international and multicultural contexts. \nA central focus is on developing practical competencies: delivering interactive seminar presentations\, participating constructively in discussions\, tailoring communication to diverse audiences\, and giving and receiving feedback across cultural boundaries. Students also explore intercultural communication frameworks and apply them directly in international teams. \nBy blending online sessions with an intensive on‑site week in Karlsruhe\, the programme offers a dynamic learning environment that supports independent\, collaborative\, and inquiry‑based learning. Depending on the interests of the cohort\, outcomes may include short texts\, presentations\, posters\, digital contributions\, or joint reflection pieces—laying the groundwork for future international collaboration. \nHow you will learn\nLearning activities combine interactive workshops\, group projects\, discussions\, and guided self‑study\, creating a dynamic environment for experimenting with academic communication in an international context. You will work in diverse\, cross‑cultural teams throughout both the virtual and on‑site phases. \nYour learning journey unfolds in several modes: \n\nCollaborative exploration You engage in groupwork with international peers\, developing presentations\, short texts\, multimodal outputs\, and applied communication projects.\nInteractive practice Through seminar presentations\, peer feedback\, and structured discussions\, you practice tailoring communication to different audiences and contexts.\nIntercultural analysis You apply intercultural communication frameworks—such as Erin Meyer’s dimensions—to understand how communication styles vary across cultures and how to navigate them effectively.\nReflection and metacognition Reflection is embedded throughout the programme: you participate in self‑assessment activities\, peer evaluation\, and guided reflection sessions to deepen your understanding of your own communication strategies.\n\nBy combining synchronous online sessions with an intensive on‑site week\, the programme supports independent\, collaborative\, and inquiry‑based learning—building a sustainable international learning community that continues beyond the BIP itself. \nCompetences you will develop\n\nAcademic communication across formats: presenting\, discussing\, and adapting messages to diverse audiences.\nIntercultural collaboration: working effectively in international teams using established communication frameworks.\nDigital and multimodal communication: using online and hybrid formats confidently.\nFeedback & reflection skills: giving\, receiving\, and integrating feedback across cultures.\nInclusive and globally aware communication:  navigating diverse perspectives with sensitivity and clarity.\n\nLearning Outcomes\nAfter successful completion of the BIP\, students will be able to: \n\nLO1. Deliver clear\, engaging and interactive seminar presentations that communicate academic content effectively across disciplines.\nLO2. Participate constructively and critically in academic discussions\, contributing well‑reasoned arguments and responding to diverse viewpoints.\nLO3. Analyze and apply intercultural communication frameworks (e.g.\, Erin Meyer’s dimensions) to navigate cultural differences in academic and collaborative settings.\nLO4. Tailor verbal and written communication to diverse audiences\, adapting tone\, structure and format to context\, purpose and cultural background.\nLO5. Give and receive feedback effectively across cultural boundaries\, using structured reflection to improve their own communication strategies.\n\nBIP’s Programme\nVirtual component (online activities)\nPeriod: 05 October – 25 November 2026Schedule: Mondays–Wednesdays\, 18:00–19:30 (CET) \nSessions: \nSession 1: Programme introduction\, intercultural icebreaking & expectations \nSession 2: Foundations of academic communication in international contexts \nSession 3: Discussion and argumentation strategies \nSession 4: Written\, oral and multimodal academic expression \nSession 5: Intercultural communication frameworks (e.g.\, Erin Meyer’s dimensions) \nSession 6: Tailoring communication to diverse audiences \nSession 7: Giving and receiving feedback across cultures \nSession 8: Preparation for on‑site group projects and presentations \nDuration: Online lectures\, synchronous sessions\, guided self‑study and group work = approx. 50 hours (part of the total 140 hours / 5 ECTS) \nPhysical component (on-site at HKA) \nPeriod: 30 November – 4 December 2026Location: Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences (HKA) \nProgramme / Contents: \n\nInteractive workshops and seminars on academic communication\, presentation strategies\, and intercultural collaboration\nTeam-based applied projects in international groups\, building on the work from the virtual phase\nPractice-focused sessions on written\, oral and multimodal academic expression\nGuided discussions and peer-feedback activities to strengthen critical engagement and communication across cultures\nCultural visits and cross‑institutional exchange\, fostering international community building\nPreparation and delivery of student presentations\, including structured peer and self‑evaluation\n\nDuration: 5 days = 40 hours of on-site activities \nApplication requirements\nTo apply for this BIP you must: \n\nBe enrolled at one of the INGENIUM partner universities at the time of the programme.\nApply through your home (sending) institution.\nHave a sufficient level of English (typically B2 or equivalent).\nBe available to participate in both the virtual and physical components of the BIP.\nMeet any specific academic or eligibility requirements indicated for this programme.\n\nAs this BIP includes a physical mobility period hosted at HKA (Karlsruhe\, Germany)\, it is intended for students coming from other INGENIUM partner institutions. Therefore\, students enrolled at HKA are not eligible to apply for this specific BIP. \nHow to apply\nApplications for this BIP are managed by each INGENIUM partner university. \nTo apply\, please select your home university from the list below and follow the application process indicated on their page. Each institution has its own application platform and procedure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP for University Staff – Education for Sustainable Development at MTU Cork \n\n\n May 25 – May 29 \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Junior Summer School \n\n\n June 1 @ 8:00 – June 5 @ 17:00 EEST \n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP Sustainable Cosmetics & Entrepreneurship \n\n\n October 5 – October 9 URL:https://ingenium-university.eu/event/bip-academic-communication/ CATEGORIES:Blended Intensive Programmes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ingenium-university.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/academic-communication.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTSTAMP:20260526T061831 CREATED:20260504T141504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T073704Z UID:10000135-1795996800-1796428799@ingenium-university.eu SUMMARY:BIP Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n \n University of Crete \nVirtual Sessions:November – December  2026 (TBA) \nCredits:3 ECTS \nBIP Type:Cross – disciplinary \nFields of Study:Econimics\, Sustainability & Entrepreneurship\, Corporate responsibility \nLevel of Experience:Master / PhD \nSending partners:All INGENIUM Universities \nAvailable Places: 25 total \nPartners and academic coordinatorsConstantine Manasakis\, UoC\, manasakis@uoc.grDanilo Brozovic\, HiS\, danilo.brozovic@his.seSilvia Gómez Ansón\, UNIOVI\, sgomez@uniovi.es \n \n\n Categories:\n Blended Intensive Programmes \n\n Tags:\n \n INGENIUM BIPs 26/27 \n\n BIP Sustainable Development and Corporate Responsibility\n November 30\n –\n December 4\n \nAbout the programme\nMore and more companies are investing in responsibility and sustainability actions in order to be\, or at least appear to be\, socially and environmentally responsible. \nThe motivations of companies for responsibility and sustainability actions vary: differentiation from competitors\, attracting aware customers\, participation in international value chains\, pressure from stakeholders\, strengthening reputation\, regulatory compliance\, etc. \nResponsibility and sustainability actions are now a dominant business practice: Companies contribute to addressing environmental and social problems and at the same time strengthen their reputation\, competitiveness and profitability. \nThe modern framework for developing business strategy and practice is structured in the ESG (Environment – Society – Governance) triptych. In this context\, there are ESG management tools\, the use of which by a company can guarantee that: the path that begins with the selection of the issues for which it will implement responsibility and sustainability actions\, and ends with the publication of a sustainability report\, will create shared value for the company itself and its stakeholders. \nMoreover\, EU rules require large companies and listed companies to publish regular reports on the social and environmental risks they face\, and on how their activities impact people and  the environment. \nThe Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) updates the rules concerning the social and environmental information that companies have to report. Companies subject to the CSRD will have to report according to European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). \nLearning Outcomes\n\nLO1. Explain the motivations\, frameworks\, and business strategies underpinning corporate responsibility and sustainable development in a global context\nLO2. Apply the ESG (Environment – Society – Governance) triptych and related management tools to analyse and develop sustainability strategies for companies\nLO3. Understand and navigate the requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)\, European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)\, and the VSME standard for SMEs\nLO4. Analyse real-world case studies of corporate responsibility and sustainability\, evaluating their impact on reputation\, competitiveness\, stakeholder relations\, and access to sustainable finance\nLO5. Collaborate effectively with peers from diverse disciplinary and cultural backgrounds to address shared challenges in sustainable development and corporate responsibility\n\nBIP’s Programme\nVirtual component (online activities)\nPeriod: November & December 2026 (two days prior to on-site visit and one after) \nSchedule / Contents: Dates to be announced \nPhysical component (on-site at UoC) \nPeriod: 30 November – 4 December 2026 \nProgramme / Contents:  \n\nDay 1 — “Introducing sustainability into business practice: The rise of ESG”\, Constantine Manasakis (Associate Professor\, University of Crete).\nDay 2 — “Strategy\, value\, and sustainable business models”\, Danilo Brozović (Associate Professor\, University of Skövde).\nDay 3 — “Corporate governance mechanisms\, ESG engagement\, and firm value”\, Silvia Gómez Ansón (Professor\, University of Oviedo).\nDay 4 —“Reporting ESG performance”\, Constantine Manasakis (Associate Professor\, University of Crete).\nDay 5 — Study visit at the Natural History Museum of Crete – University of Crete (https://www.nhmc.uoc.gr/en/): Focusing to climate change and biodiversity.\n\nDuration: 5 days \nApplication requirements\nTo apply for this BIP you must: \n\nBe enrolled at one of the INGENIUM partner universities at the time of the programme.\nApply through your home (sending) institution.\nBe available to participate in both the virtual and physical components of the BIP.\n\nHow to apply\nApplications for this BIP are managed by each INGENIUM partner university. \nTo apply\, please select your home university from the list below and follow the application process indicated on their page. Each institution has its own application platform and procedure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Related Events\n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP for University Staff – Education for Sustainable Development at MTU Cork \n\n\n May 25 – May 29 \n\n\n \n \n\n \n Junior Summer School \n\n\n June 1 @ 8:00 – June 5 @ 17:00 EEST \n\n\n \n \n\n \n BIP Sustainable Cosmetics & Entrepreneurship \n\n\n October 5 – October 9 URL:https://ingenium-university.eu/event/bip-sustainable-development-and-corporate-responsibility/ CATEGORIES:Blended Intensive Programmes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ingenium-university.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Sustainable-Development-and-Corporate-Responsibility.jpg LOCATION: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR