It is an intensive two-week master's-level program at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). The curriculum combines lectures, workshops, pitch sessions, and site visits on sustainable energies, the global energy transition, and sustainable business models. 

The program is coordinated by the Professorship of Corporate Sustainability (Prof. Belz) at TUM School of Management.

International Summer School will take place 13-24 July 2026 in Munich, Germany, at the main campus of the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

All academic and social activities will be conducted in English.

The program is primarily designed for international Master’s students and early-career professionals with a background and strong interest in sustainable energies and/or entrepreneurship. Other applicants (e.g., strong Bachelor’s students or early PhD students) may be considered if they demonstrate strong motivation and are capable of working at the Master’s level.

Yes. While the program is designed for master’s students, bachelor's students are welcome to apply. 

Please note that your application should clearly demonstrate that you have the academic background and motivation to successfully follow master’s-level content and the program format (including group work and presentations).

The program combines academic input with hands-on entrepreneurial work and covers sustainable energies, the global energy transition, and sustainable business models. A relevant academic background and strong motivation are important. 

If you have limited prior exposure to either energy topics or business/entrepreneurship, please address this in your application and explain how your experience prepares you to follow the master’s-level format.

Please complete the application form.

Applicants must submit a CV and a motivation statement in English. A transcript of records is not required, but it is beneficial. The motivation and background information can be entered directly in the application form's text field.

After you submit your application, it will be reviewed by the TUM School of Management team. Selection is based on your academic background, motivation, and overall fit with the program.

If selected, you will receive an invitation email to confirm your participation and verify the accuracy of your legal address for invoice issuance. After confirmation, we will issue the invoice. 

Payment is due within 10 days; your place is secured only after payment has been received. Once the payment has been processed, you will receive a final confirmation by email.

Participants who successfully complete the program and fulfil the assessment criteria will receive 6 ECTS credits.

All participants will receive a certificate of participation. Additionally, participants can receive an official ECTS confirmation from TUM School of Management after successfully completing the assessment requirements, if applicable.

Recognition depends on your home institution. Please check with your study coordinator.

A group presentation on the final day and a short written paper linked to the team’s developed business model (max. 3,000 words).

Participation in the group presentation on the final day is mandatory. During the second week, participants work in groups to develop business models, and the final presentation marks the conclusion of both this week and the overall International Summer School program.

The written assignment is an individual assignment submitted after the Summer School ends. Submission of the paper is not required for participation in the programme itself.

However, participants will only receive an official 6 ECTS confirmation from TUM School of Management upon successful submission of the written assignment. Without the submitted assignment, participants will receive only a certificate of participation.

Yes. As this is an intensive on-site program with interactive sessions and group work, regular attendance is expected. To successfully complete the program requirements (including ECTS assessments), participants must actively participate in scheduled sessions and group activities.

€1,290 early-bird fee for registrations received by 31 March 2026

€1,490 regular fee for registrations received by 30 April 2026

The only discounted rate is the early-bird fee: €1,290 for registrations submitted by 31 March 2026. 

After that, the regular fee is €1,490 for registrations submitted by 30 April 2026. No other discounts or special rates are offered.

The fee covers academic sessions, course materials, selected site visits, and participation in the organised social program. 

Accommodation and travel costs are not included in the program fee.

No. The International Summer School does not offer scholarships or mobility grants. All participants are expected to cover the program fee and their own expenses.

No, accommodation is not included in the program fee. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own accommodation during the Summer School.

Upon request, we are happy to provide recommendations for hotels, hostels, and short-term rental options in Munich to support your planning.

Payment is possible only via direct bank transfer. If you are selected, you will receive an invoice that includes all payment details (bank account information, reference, amount, and deadline).

No, travel costs are not included in the program fee. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel expenses.

Depending on your nationality, you may require a visa for Germany. Admitted participants can request an official invitation letter for the visa process.

Participants are responsible for arranging appropriate health and travel insurance for their stay in Germany. If specific coverage is recommended for the program, we will inform selected participants in advance.

Please reach out to the organising team at seed-center@tum.de