Target audience and level of qualification

The target group of the university curriculum “Developing Businesses in Resource Recovery and Reuse” are a) business students interested in opportunities in the waste and sanitation sectors and b) engineering students in need of more business knowledge.

Engineering students

The course will target MSc-level environmental or sanitary engineering students or natural scientists with a similar thematic focus. It is assumed that these students have a basic awareness of water and waste related service delivery and technologies. Ideally they have already completed WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) related courses. Students are also expected to have an interest in circular economy and development cooperation.

Business students

The course will target MBA and MSc-level business students. It is assumed that these students have knowledge in entrepreneurship, social innovation and product design, as well as background information on financing, managing and marketing new ventures. Students are also expected to have an interest in circular economy and development cooperation.

Agricultural students

The course will target MSc-level agricultural students. It is assumed that these students have knowledge in agribusinesses, entrepreneurship, business creation and management. Ideally in the field of agricultural economics and business management. Students are also expected to have an interest in circular economy and development cooperation.

Note:

Please note that the accommodation facilities will be provided for the participants if required.