Join the program and seize the opportunity to learn firsthand from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts about the basics for founding and running a digital business. 

The course is designed to facilitate a conversation between lecturers and participants. You will gain a detailed understanding on how entrepreneurs build and run their startups. Industry experts will advise you on the legal and financial aspects of founding a venture in Switzerland. Each session includes an introductory presentation, followed by an informal discussion.

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Kaiser

• Dr. Kynan Eng, CEO iniVation AG
• Erik Gloerfeld, COO YOVA AG
• Pascale Honold, Partner Wenger & Vieli AG
• Dr. Martin Murmann, Senior research associate, Chair for Entrepreneurship UZH
• Prof. Dr. David Oesch, Full Professor of Financial Accounting UZH
• Alex Stöckl, Partner Wingman AG
• Claudia Winkler, CEO Lionstep

• Entrepreneurship facts and numbers
• Leadership for digital entrepreneurs
• Self-management & personal resilience 
• Entrepreneurial finance  
• Company founding in Switzerland
• Financial management
• IP licensing

23 April 2020, 9:30 – 17:15

24 April 2020, 9:30 –17:15

25 April 2020, 9:30-15:00

25 May 2020, 12:00-14:00

Master students across faculties and researchers who are interested in the process and responsibilities of founding and leading a technology startup.

At the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Informatics, the seminar "Digital Ventures: Leadership & Foundation" is accredited with 3 ECTS (master level, BWL5).

Please check with your corresponding faculty to confirm accreditation.

Apply to "Digital Ventures: Leadership & Foundation"