Institute for Entrepreneurship & InnovationRSS

The driving force behind company formation and the innovation process is the entrepreneurial act. In a fast-changing and increasingly complex world, emerging and established companies must continuously challenge and rediscover themselves through innovation.

Our teaching programs present students with state-of-the-art knowledge in the areas of entrepreneurship and innovation. Our teaching is informed by our research, in which we tackle highly relevant open questions. We continuously communicate our findings in top international journals and conferences.

In research and teaching, we can rely on our extensive network of well-known partners from international corporates, start-ups, distinguished academic institutions and government bodies.

E&I Team

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E&I in numbers

E&I in numbers

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Call for Bachelor Theses: Academic Spin-Offs & Innovation Ecosystems

We are looking for motivated bachelor students who want to write their thesis on the topic of academic spinoffs

Touchdown

Celebrating the 48th E&I Touchdown

The E&I Touchdown on June 13th brought together hundreds of people to celebrate bold ideas, entrepreneurial spirit, and outstanding student projects.

EI

E&I Institute in the Spotlight at WU-Sacher-Salon

Prof. Nikolaus Franke Joins Panel on Start-Up Investments

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E&I legend visiting!

Meeting with Dr. René Alfons Haiden

Andrew Isaak

Study by Dr. Andrew Isaak published in the top journal Organization Science

The study investigates how regulation and grand corruption shape the rise of Bitcoin trading.

Hiring at E&I - Institute Manager

We are hiring: Institute Manager

Take the Lead in Shaping the Future of Our Institute – Join Us as an Institute Manager!

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E&I Research at the 2025 GEM GLOBAL CONFERENCE in Bilbao

Last week, E&I faculty member Dr. Dorothee Horvath presented her research project with Benjamin Monsorno at the 2025 GEM GLOBAL CONFERENCE in Bilbao, Spain. Conducted within the eXplore! project, this…

Application SBWL E&I

Welcome to E&I in the summer term 2025!

Applicants to the E&I specialization in the summer term 2025 have been informed about the outcome of their application today via e-mail to their WU student account.

Touchdown!
One Semester in 45 seconds? The E&I Touchdown is the event for everyone interested in Entrepreneurship & Innovation.
E&I SBWL
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Master program "Strategy, Innovation and Management Control"
Interested in a master program that combines theory, practice, and social skills, for an integrated approach to organizational leadership?