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ERASMUS FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS (EYE) - EUROPA EMPRENDE
- Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: What is that?
- Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Why?
- Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Who can apply?
- Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: What does EYE have to offer?
- Impressions of Young Entrepreneurs
- Newsletter
- Contact
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: What is that?
The market for young entrepreneurs is not only limited to Germany. Thus, WWU has been participating in the European Commission's project "Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs" (EYE) since February 2010. AFO who is responsible for the project's coordination within WWU is one of three project partners in the network "Europa Emprende". These partners, consisting of innovation offices and start-up centres, assist young entrepreneurs (new entrepreneurs) in finding successful companies (host entrepreneurs) in the European Union (EU).
"Erasmus" is mainly known for its mobility grant for students. But "Erasmus" is more than that. Young entrepreneurs are able to gain insight into companies operating in the EU and to work on specific projects together with experienced entrepreneurs. This experience is supposed to support young entrepreneurs in setting up their own business or to promote an already existing one.
Interview with Dr. Wilhelm Bauhus, director of AFO on Radio Q (with the consent of Radio Q)
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Why?
Entrepreneurial initiative is of great importance for economic growth and the creation of jobs. Many entrepreneurs of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) lack management experience and other essential competencies. Together with the fact that the majority of small- and medium-sized companies operate in one country economic growth is constrained. The program "Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs" supports young entrepreneurs in acquiring the necessary competencies and to operate at the EU level.
This EU-program
- offers young entrepreneurs the possibility, to learn from an experienced entrepreneur how to manage a small- or medium-sized enterprise in another EU country
- enables the exchange of experiences between young and experienced entrepreneur
- facilitates the entry into new markets and the search for potential business partners
- strengthens the network of business people and of small- and medium-sized enterprises
- enables experienced entrepreneurs to establish new business contacts and to come to know about business opportunities in other EU countries
Thus, the program supports entrepreneurial initiative, the competitiveness, the internationalisation and the growth of newly established businesses as well as of small- and medium-sized enterprises in the EU. Furthermore, the program contributes to the research transfer and to the development of management skills of managers of small- and medium-sized enterprises.
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Who can apply?
The project addresses young (new entrepreneurs) as well as experienced entrepreneurs (host entrepreneurs). A general precondition is a EU residence permit. New Entrepreneurs are classified as being entrepreneurs who intend to set up a business or have already done so in the past three years. A convincing business plan, a CV, a motivation and the willingness to take part in the program clear the way for a successful participation in EYE.
Host entrepreneurs are entrepreneurs who have been owning or managing a company for more than three years.
Are you interested in participating? If so, register here. We are pleased to assist you with your registration and application. Moreover, we assist new entrepreneurs in finding a suitable company and offer support during their stay abroad.
What companies are available? Further information here.
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: What does EYE have to offer?
New Entrepreneurs
The program offers young entrepreneurs the possibillity to work in a small- or medium-sized enterprise operated by an experienced entrepreneur in another EU country. The new entrepreneur will gain knowledge of setting up and managing a SME. First-hand advice and a lot of practical experience is supposed to support you in starting up a business or in successfully continuing your business operations.
Moreover, you have the chance to
- establish international contacts
- get to know the markets and the economic life of other EU countries
- strengthen industry-sector-specific skills
- get to know successful business people
- discover possibilities of cooperation
- receive funding through the European Union
Host Entrepreneurs
You want to expand to other European markets and are looking for a first point of contact? A new entrepreneur may not only be a potential future business partner but may also give you helpful advice on the expansion to a foreign market. Additionally, new entrepreneurs contribute to the development of your company by bringing up new and innovative ideas. You, on the other hand, have the possibility to pass on your valuable knowledge and experience and thus, the possibility to facilitate the start-up of a business.
Moreover, you have the chance to
- establish international contacts
- work on a specific project together with a very motivated young entrepreneur with new ideas
- get to know more about foreign markets
- find innovative solutions for new business opportunities
- discover new possibilities of cooperation
- expand business operations to another country
Impressions of Young Entrepreneurs
Newsletter (German only)
December 2011
To be an employee or start up an own business? Self-employment has several convincing aspects to it: Who would not like to be his own boss, be flexible and independent? At the same time, courage and determination are two important preconiditons for a successful start-up. Nevertheless, one should never underestimate the importance of support by others. Here you can find more information on where to find this support.
March 2012
The month of April is filled with interesting seminars and workshops. A selected choice of events can be found in our newsletter. Besides, don't miss Mareike Knue's blog article about co-working and also become a member of our "Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs" facebook site. Continue reading...
May 2012
We are still waiting on spring. However, in order to keep you busy, use your creativity in one of our idea minings. Alternatively, you may want to actually realize your idea. The workshop "Side Job Self-employment - I'm following my own plans" offers hints and suggestions concerning the first steps into self-employment. And in case your idea is already perfected, DaWanda might be the exact right platform for you. Continue reading...
Contact
For further information contact:
Support Office Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs
c/o First Elements Euroconsultants Ltd
10 Gregoriou Xenopoulou Str., 1st Floor
CY 1061, Nicosia, Cyprus
Fax: +357 22 757080
e-mail: support@erasmus-entrepreneurs.eu
AFO-fields of work
- Patents
- Business start-up
- Science communication
- Expositions and symposia
- AFO regional
- AFO international
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