The programme will be fully online and will consist of a 9-day training course complemented by professional coaching and mentoring.

Programme structure:

9 days – 14:00 - 18:30 (CET)

Week 1 - October 18-22, 2021

Week 2 - October 25-28, 2021

Module 1: Unlocking Your Innovation Potential - first steps toward innovation leadership. The goal is to focus on the entrepreneurial journeys of women. The aim of the module is to map the individual needs of participants, individual challenges and resources through the use of creative tools and methodology of self-discovery. After this module, participants will design initial solutions and prepare an action plan.

Learning blocks: 1. Assessing needs, challenges and expectations, 2. Define action points, 3. Design your action plan.

Module 2: Starting the Entrepreneurial Journey - next steps to a business idea. The aim is to meet the entrepreneurial challenges of women who want to start their own healthcare business. Participants will discuss their ideas with like-minded female founders and coaches, and will be guided through the key aspects of setting up a venture. Participants will learn about creative leadership, how to communicate effectively and convincingly, and how to attract and keep the audience's attention.

Learning blocks: 1. Validation of the business concept; 2. The world of VC and investor pitching; 3. Convincing and inspiring communication; 4. Leadership and team development in a start-up.

Coaching & Mentoring: During the capacity building activities, a series of group coaching and mentoring sessions will be offered. Sessions will consist of 6-8 person groups who will be provided with expert coaching and advice on how to maximize participants' potential and communication skills.