
ENTRANT platform offers SMEs (including startups) the opportunity to enhance their entrepreneurial and digital skills in international trade, e-commerce, and strategic management through a comprehensive digital learning experience. Join a community of innovators and gain access to valuable mentorship and networking opportunities, all aimed at accelerating your business growth.
What SMEs will gain:
1. In-Depth Learning Modules
With 10 expert-designed modules, SMEs representatives will gain essential knowledge across various areas, such as:
- Incubators’ Ecosystem & Entrepreneurship Fundamentals: build a strong foundation in how incubators operate, the entrepreneurial mindset, and how to thrive within a supportive ecosystem.
- International Trade & E-Commerce Abilities: learn how to navigate international markets, manage trade logistics, and leverage e-commerce to reach global customers.
- Strategic and Team Management: enhance your leadership skills, strengthen team collaboration, and develop strategies for sustainable business growth.
- Sustainability and Green Practices: understand green management practices to make your startup environmentally sustainable and attract eco-conscious clients and investors.
2. Interactive Workshops
Benefit from 4 interactive workshops where you’ll apply your new skills to real-world scenarios, guided by experienced trainers. These sessions are designed to reinforce learning through practical exercises and „learning by doing” activities. A specific in-person workshop will be organized in each of the partner’s countries.
3. Exclusive Mentorship Program
ENTRANT mentorship program includes one-on-one guidance with experts in entrepreneurship and international trade. Your mentor will help you navigate challenges, explore international opportunities, and grow your digital competencies.
4. Global Networking Opportunities (Forum)
Engage with other startups and experts worldwide through our dedicated forum, designed to foster international connections, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. Access insights from other businesses, expand your network, and find potential partners and clients.
Who should apply?
All SMEs can apply and we encourage applications from startups and micro-enterprises that are looking to develop their digital skills and gain insight into international markets. Specifically, this platform is ideal for:
- Newly established startups seeking on knowledge in entrepreneurship and digital business.
- SMEs interested in internationalization (searching to expand in international markets through e-commerce or trade).
- Sustainability: SMEs aiming to incorporate green practices into their operations.
- Entrepreneurs eager for lifelong learning who value mentorship and want access to a supportive global network.
How to join the ENTRANT training platform:
To apply, complete the registration form. Eligible SMEs will be selected based on a few simple criteria, such as:
- Be legally registered in Romania.
- Should not have more than 5 years since its establishment.
- Must not have any legal issues, including those arising from participation in other projects funded by grants or public funds.
Registration Deadline: 28.02.2025
The Entrant Training Platform is supported by ENTRANT project, financed by the European Commission through Erasmus+ Programme. ENTRANT consortium is coordinated by BTU-Turkey, and has 5 partners from Europe, having expertise in entrepreneurship, digital learning, and international trade.
- Bursa Technical University (BTU), Turkey: as the project lead, BTU has designed and developed the platform’s curriculum, ensuring it meets industry standards and provides real-world applicability in digital entrepreneurship.
- Bursa Technopark, Turkey: Bursa Technopark provides valuable insight and support on startup growth and incubation, helping shape the training to match the needs of early-stage entrepreneurs.
- Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania: co-leader in module development, Kaunas University of Technology brings expertise in e-learning and digital competencies, ensuring a seamless and accessible learning experience.
- NOVI Science Park, Denmark: NOVI leads transnational meetings and supports the development of content, enabling startups to access practical insights into global business trends.
- Magurele Science Park, Romania: MSP collaborates on creating interactive and practical workshop content, helping participants apply learning to their business contexts.
- Tehnološki Park Varaždin, Croatia: provides resources and expertise on supporting startup growth, helping tailor the platform’s offerings to maximize impact for European startups.
If you have any questions regarding the ENTRANT Training Platform, please contact us at the email address or phone number provided below.
Andrei Groșeanu: andrei.groș[email protected]; +40739918015.
Disclaimer:
This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication [communication] reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.