Business and Entrepreneurship Seminars and Panel Discussions on Economic Dynamics in Finland May 24 to June 1, 2025
Business and Entrepreneurship Seminars and Panel Discussions on Economic Dynamics in Finland May 24 to June 1, 2025
Dr. Vipin Gupta
Professor of Management
The Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration
California State University - San Bernardino
It gives us great pleasure to welcome you to the Business and Entrepreneurship Seminars and Panel Discussions on Economic Dynamics in Finland as part of the Finland Education Experience. We invite you to participate in these seminars and panel discussions to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic economic aspects of Finland.
Participating in these seminars and panel discussions will provide you with valuable insights into the various tools and strategies that drive Finland's economic success. This knowledge is crucial for fostering innovation and competitiveness in American businesses and entrepreneurial ventures.
Attending this trip can benefit your university in several ways:
- Professional Development: These seminars and panel discussions provide valuable learning experiences, enhancing the professional skills and knowledge of participants in business and entrepreneurship, which can be directly applied in their roles at the university.
- Networking Opportunities: Attendees will have the chance to network with international experts, industry leaders, and peers, fostering collaborations and partnerships that can benefit the university and its community.
- Innovative Insights: Exposure to different economic dynamics and strategies from countries like Finland can inspire innovative approaches and best practices that can be implemented within the university’s programs and initiatives.
- Enhanced Teaching and Research: Faculty members can integrate the insights and knowledge gained from these experiences into their teaching and research, enriching the academic environment and curriculum.
- Global Perspective:Such international experiences contribute to a global perspective, which is increasingly valuable in today’s interconnected world, aligning with the university's mission to provide a well-rounded education.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and bring back valuable knowledge to improve educational outcomes in your community. Register now to secure your spot!
Initial Itinerary, subject to change*
Initial Itinerary, subject to change*
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Staff will greet visitors at the hotel and accompany them to the first workshop.
- Workshop: Introduction to Finnish education and economic development.
- Visit and meeting with the City Director for Business and Economic Development.
- Departure to Tampere for scheduled visits and workshops.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer from the hotel to Tampere University for a meeting with the Business School faculty.
- Reflections of the visit at Tampere University and lunch.
- Visit to Tampere Startup Community with a presentation on Tampere’s business environment and startup ecosystem.
- Workshop: Analyzing Tampere’s thriving startup scene and its support systems.
- Return to the hotel.
- Optional sauna experience.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer from the hotel to Business Tampere’s headquarters for insights into Finland’s technology and innovation sector.
- Reflections of the visit at Business Tampere and lunch.
- Workshop: Smart City and Skill Framework - Finnish education policies in the context of Smart City.
- Meet and greet with a city official and decision maker.
- Return to the hotel.
- Optional tour at the Finlayson Center.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure back to Helsinki.
- Visit to the University of Helsinki and meeting with faculty members.
- Reflections of the visit at the University of Helsinki and lunch.
- Workshop: Sustainable Business Development - Finnish approaches to sustainability in business.
- Return to the hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit to Maria 01, an innovation and startup campus.
- Reflections of the visit at Maria 01 and lunch.
- Meeting with local business leaders and academics about business environments.
- Workshop: Social Entrepreneurship - Promoting social innovation through business.
- Certificate ceremony and official tour by the Council for Creative Education.
- Return to the hotel.
- Optional tour to the historical Senate Square.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Full-day tour in Helsinki on your own.
- Farewell dinner in the evening.
- Departure day.
Cost of the Program Includes:
The cost of the trip is $4,500 (double-occupancy) per person
* Single Room Upgrade: $500 for single occupancy by February 14, 2025
* Single Room Upgrade: $500 for single occupancy by February 14, 2025
This educational trip can be funded out of pocket or through institutional support. Schools and universities can cover the full cost or offer partial sponsorship for their faculty's participation.
Payment Schedule (alternate schedule may be negotiated by request of the participant)
- $300 non-refundable fee by October 1, 2024
- $700 by November 15, 2024
- $700 by December 16, 2024
- $700 by January 15, 2025
- $700 by February 14, 2025
- $700 by March 14, 2025
- $700 by Aptil 15, 2025
Single Room Upgrade:
- $500 for single occupancy by February 14, 2025
The cost doesn’t cover:
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be received in writing. The following cancellation schedule applies.
- 70% of the paid amount refunded between 100 and 91 days prior to departure.
- 60% of the paid amount refunded between 90 and 61 days prior to departure.
- 50% of the paid amount refunded between 60 and 51 days prior to departure.
- No refund within 50 days of the departure date.
All cancellations must be received in writing. The following cancellation schedule applies.
Dr. Vipin Gupta
Professor of Management
The Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration
California State University - San Bernardino
*There may exist minor changes in the program timetables and venues due the possible restrictions.