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Vienna Graduate Spring Programs

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Vienna Graduate Spring Programs are academic programs offering intensive, practice-oriented courses on innovation management and global branding, including insights into the latest trends, real-life project experience, and intercultural teamwork. The programs will take place in May 2026, and will last for two weeks (exact dates will be posted shortly).  A group of graduate students, both from WU’s international partner universities as well as from WU, will jointly attend the programs and work together on hands-on group projects. Students can choose between two tracks: Vienna Innovation Program or Vienna Global Branding Program.

Important information at a glance

  • Program Dates: May 2026 (exact dates will be posted shortly)

  • Level and participants: graduate students from WU and WU partner universities

  • Credits: 5 ECTS Credits

  • Application period:

    • Students from WU partner universities need to be nominated by their home university by February 28, 2026

    • WU students will be able to apply in January and February 2026 (exact dates tbc). WU students will be able to access the application form below under "Important information for WU students". 

Program details

Academic program

Social program

Application (for students from partner universities)

Program fee

Services included in the program fee

Important information for WU students

Impressions of former participants

Shabnam Sultana
Shabnam Sultana

The Vienna Innovation Program has been nothing short of transformational. Between the rich in-class learnings, collaborating with dynamic minds from across the globe, and learning directly from industry experts, VCs, and startup champions, I walked away with a complete, hands-on understanding of what it really means to think and execute like an innovator. It’s one thing to study innovation- it’s another to live it, and that’s exactly what this experience delivered.

University of British Columbia (2025)

Arianne Buzar
Arianne Buzar

The Vienna Innovation Program has been an enriching experience both academically and culturally. It offers a great blend of lectures and group work. The professors are highly knowledgeable, and the speakers are incredibly engaging. The courses—covering sustainability, networking in innovation, modern leadership, and AI—are timely and relevant. The socio-cultural activities were excellently organized. Our visit to Wachau showcased the beauty of Austria beyond its mesmerizing architecture. Everyone has welcomed us warmly. This has been an unforgettable experience, filled with new friendships, valuable experiences, and significant knowledge gained.

University of Calgary (2024)

Sanjay Sukumar
Sanjay Sukumar

There were several reasons why I applied for this program. First and foremost, I wanted to gain some hands-on experience in solving complex, ill-defined problems. Secondly, I wanted to add to the international aspect of my business education. Working with colleagues from multiple schools and nationalities, I gained practical experience together with a diverse team.

Indiana University (2023)

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Last update: August 2025. All information is subject to change.

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