Entrepreneurship (minor)
The Entrepreneurship minor is an engaging and professionally oriented undergraduate component offered within Leuphana University Lüneburg’s interdisciplinary bachelor structure. Designed for students who want to complement their major with entrepreneurial expertise, this part-time or full-time minor combines academic foundations with practical experience. Students explore responsible entrepreneurship, purpose-driven innovation, and real cases of entrepreneurial action, preparing them for future roles in business development, social impact ventures, and creative problem-solving. The program is structured across six semesters and can only be studied in combination with a major subject.
Located in Lüneburg, a city known for its vibrant academic atmosphere and innovative learning culture, this English-taught minor emphasizes both strategic thinking and real-world application. With a strong focus on reflective practice, collaboration, and experiential learning, students not only study the theory behind entrepreneurship but also gain insight from founders’ reflections and hands-on projects. The course reflects Germany’s commitment to combining academic quality with practical relevance, making it an excellent choice for students interested in shaping meaningful entrepreneurial initiatives and contributing to sustainable business transformation.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor’s degree (Minor subject)
- Standard period of study: 6 semesters
- Location: Lüneburg
- Study Type: Undergraduate (part-time/full-time)
- Admission semester: Winter Semester only
- Area of study: Business Management, Organisation Management
- Admission modus: Local admission restriction
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Responsible Entrepreneurship for Social Impact
- Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship Vision
- Foundations of Responsible Innovation
Semester 2 – Entrepreneurial Thinking & Reflection
- Entrepreneurial Experience: Cases of Responsible Entrepreneurship
- Founders’ Reflections
- Understanding Entrepreneurial Challenges
Semester 3 – Applied Entrepreneurial Practice I
- Entrepreneurial Action I
- Idea Development & Opportunity Recognition
- Team-Based Entrepreneurial Problem-Solving
Semester 4 – Applied Entrepreneurial Practice II
- Entrepreneurial Action II
- Strategy Development for Social Impact Startups
- Sustainable Business Model Creation
Semester 5 – Advanced Entrepreneurial Methods
- Leadership in Entrepreneurial Contexts
- Scaling Social Impact Ventures
- Economic, Social, and Environmental Responsibility
Semester 6 – Integrative Entrepreneurship Project
- Final Entrepreneurship Project
- Practical Implementation of a Business Concept
- Presentation & Reflection on Entrepreneurial Practice
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Entrepreneurship minor are well-prepared to pursue roles in innovative organisations, start-ups, and social enterprises. Possible career paths include project manager, social entrepreneur, innovation assistant, business development coordinator, or founder of a purpose-driven initiative. Through its focus on responsible entrepreneurship, the programme equips students with the knowledge, mindset, and practical skills necessary to create sustainable and socially impactful ventures in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Entrepreneurship minor means joining a programme that emphasises social responsibility, creativity, and real-world entrepreneurial action. As part of Leuphana’s interdisciplinary bachelor's model, students benefit from strong academic foundations, practical project work, and access to experienced faculty and entrepreneurial networks.
The programme’s unique strength lies in its integration of social purpose with entrepreneurial practice. Students learn from real cases, collaborate in innovative projects, and develop the entrepreneurial mindset needed to initiate meaningful change and build future-oriented business models.
Contact Information
Leuphana University Lüneburg – Student Advisory Service
Universitätsallee 1
21335 Lüneburg, Germany
Tel: 04131 / 677-2277
Fax: 04131 / 677-1430
Email: studierendenservice@leuphana.de
Programme Contact
Email: studierendenservice@leuphana.de
International Office – Leuphana University Lüneburg
Universitätsallee 1
21335 Lüneburg, Germany
Tel: 04131 / 677-1070
Fax: 04131 / 677-1075
Email: international@leuphana.de
