Starting a business as a chance for international students & Alumni in Germany
Details
Are you an international student or alumnus in Saxony (Leipzig) with a business idea?
Are you considering starting your own business or becoming self-employed in Germany?
This interactive workshop provides an introduction to the key legal aspects international students and graduates should be aware of when planning to start a business or work independently in Germany. The session is designed to help participants better understand the regulatory framework and navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey with more confidence.
What to Expect?
- ⚖️ Overview of legal requirements for international founders in Germany
- 💡Key considerations for self-employment and business formation
- 💶Insights on startup funding opportunities
- ❓Space for questions, exchange, and practical clarification
- 🤝You will have ample time to network and you might be lucky to find a co-founder
Event Details
🗓️ Date: 24 February
🕔 Time: 17:00 – 19:00
📍 Location: Leibnizladen (Academic Lab), Campus-Court (Innenhof), Leipzig University
🎟️ Format: On-site | Free of charge
👕 Dress code: Come as you are
About the Facilitator
Christian Hauke is a Startup Business Coach at SMILE, Leipzig University, supporting students and graduates in developing business ideas and navigating the early stages of entrepreneurship. With 15+ years of experience, he provides practical guidance on business formation, self-employment, and the regulatory framework for startups in Germany.
About the Organisers
This workshop is part of the Born Global Meetup Leipzig series and is organised by the start-up initiative SMILE at Leipzig University, co-financed by the European Union and the Free State of Saxony.
Join the Community
If you would like to join the Born Global community and offer a workshop to share your knowledge or test your product or service, please contact:
📧mabarry@uni-leipzig.de
We look forward to welcoming you.
Kind regards from your host, Barry!