Mini MBA Circular Economy & Entrepreneurship
at Campus Fryslân
Many professionals want to adopt a circular business approach but lack the strategic depth and practical tools to make it a reality.
This mini-MBA is for professionals with 5+ years of work experience in sustainability, strategy, or management roles who:
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don’t have the time or budget for a full MBA
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do need to deepen their knowledge and engage in reflection
What do you get?
A compact 10-week course featuring:
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academic insights
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practical tools
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a strong regional network
Themes:
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strategy
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leadership
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ecosystems
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impact measurements
How does it work?
Hybrid format:
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5 physical sessions in Leeuwarden
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4 pre-recorded online sessions
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weekly assignments & group reflection
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time commitment: ± 5 hours/week
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language: Dutch/English (depending on participants)
What is the investment?
€3970
What sets it apart from an MBA or other programmes?
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Shorter, more practical, more affordable
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Based on current academic research
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Rooted in the region and real-world practice
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Strong emphasis on networking and reflection
What do you learn from the course?
You can:
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Develop sustainable strategies and business models that work in complex, real-world contexts
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Lead and accelerate the transition toward sustainability within organizations and teams
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Operate effectively in ecosystems, build partnerships, and amplify impact beyond your own organization
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Measure and communicate impact so that sustainability guides strategic decision-making
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Session
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Theme
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Format
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Activities
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Key insights and skills
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1
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Kick-off
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Offline
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Immersive fieldtrip & executive dialogue
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2
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Foundations of Circular Entrepreneurship & Business
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Online
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Online lectures & self-study
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3
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Foundations of Circular Entrepreneurship & Business
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Offline
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Online lectures & self-study
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4
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Sustainable Business
Strategy & Leadership |
Online
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Online lecture & self-study
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5
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Sustainable Business
Strategy & Leadership |
Offline
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Case studies, group discussion & workshops
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6
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Ecosystem Orchestration & Systemic Transitions
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Online
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Online lectures & self-study
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7
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Ecosystem Orchestration & Systemic Transitions
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Offline
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Case studies, group discussion & workshops
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8
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Assessing Sustainable Performance
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Offline
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Case studies, group discussion & workshops
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9
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Assessing Sustainable Performance
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Online
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Online lectures & self-study
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10
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Reflection & Conclusion
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Offline
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Presentations & discussion
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Registration
Registration for the Mini MBA Circular Economy & Entrepreneurship will soon be possible!
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Instructors

Dr. Sven Kilian, Assistant Professor Sustainable Entrepreneurship
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