Dates: 9-19 August 2021
Location: Tallinn, Estonia & Helsinki, Finland
Credits: 3 ECTS
- Welcome to the webpage of the first international summer school on Digitalization and Sustainability hosted by the Estonian Business School. The summer school focuses on the current digital and green transformations and investigates what this means for the companies and their business models.
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Speakers
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Among our speakers will be:BENGT HOLMSTRÖM, Nobel Prize laureate in Economics and Professor at MIT
Martin Kenney, Distinguished Professor at the University of CaliforniaEric Lamouroux, Ambassador of France in Estonia
Nele Leosk, Ambassador-at-Large for Digital Affairs, Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Katrin Höövelson, Recovery and Resilience Task Force, European Commission
Vivian Loonela, Spokesperson for Green Deal, European Commission
Taavi Rõivas, Former Prime Minister of Estonia and entrepreneur
Rose Luckin, Professor of Learner Centred Design at the UCL Knowledge LabMeelis Kitsing, Rector at Estonian Business School
The summer school will have a strong critical thinking and analytical component and will earn its participants 3 ECTS. Special attention will be given to engaging women participants and other minorities, who are historically underrepresented in global business, especially in the top leadership roles. We are planning at least one round table with female CEOs and entrepreneurs.
Most presentations are planned at EBS’s Tallinn campus, but we will visit our Helsinki campus as well. There are several company visits planned, as well as a visit to the Estonian Parliament.
We have a confirmed line-up of amazing speakers. Below you will find sample topics that will be covered and confirmed speakers:
- Global and European views on digital and green transformation
Bengt Holmström, Nobel Prize laureate in Economics and Professor at MIT
Eric Lamouroux, French Ambassador in Estonia
- Vivian Loonela, Spokesperson for Green Deal, European Commission
Peter Lõhmus, Economist at IMF
Henrik Hololei, Director-General for Transport, European Commission
Katrin Höövelson, Recovery and Resilience Task Force, European Commission
Madis Müller, Governor at Bank of Estonia
- Digital transformation and governance
Taavi Rõivas, Former Prime Minister of Estonia and Entrepreneur
Nele Leosk, Ambassador-at-Large for Digital Affairs, Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Long-term foresight and scenario planning
Meelis Kitsing, Rector at Estonian Business School
Anna Ebers Broughel, Tetra Tech and University of Texas at Austin, The Academic Director of the Summer School
Einari Kisel, Head of Partnerships and Strategy at FinEst Twins
- Finnish perspective on digital transformation
Elina Lepomäki, MP, Member of Finance Committee of Eduskunta and Chair of the Board of Finnish think-tank Libera
- Helsinki and Tallinn startup ecosystems
Marion Teder, Founder and CEO of CareMate
Petri Kajander, Serial Entrepreneur and Founder of Finnish Think-Tank Libera
Antti Ainamo, Professor at TalTech University and Aalto University
Timo Seppälä, Professor at Aalto University
- Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Businesses
Andres Meesak, CEO at Estonian PV Association
Martin Kruus, Sunly OÜ, Founder
Tõnu Mauring, Building Physicist, Amenti AG
- Electric Utility and Beyond
Marko Viiding, Head of Electric Transport Services, Elektrilevi
Kristjan Eljand, Eesti Energia AS Technology
Risto E. J. Penttilä, CEO and Senior Partner of Nordic West Office
- Sustainable development
Niveditha Pankova, Assistant Professor at Estonian Business School
Ivan Sergejev, Head of Sustainable Regional Development, FMA
Alex Wellman, Marketing and Communications, Team Lead, e-Residency
- Agriculture and Tech
Martin Kenney, Distinguished Professor at the University of California
- The Future of Work
Rose Luckin, Professor of Learner Centred Design at the UCL Knowledge Lab
Attendance
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We would like to welcome participation from advanced undergraduate and graduate students in social sciences, engineering, and other disciplines, who strive for excellence in global business.
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After the completion of the summer school the students can receive 3 ECTS.
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In order to apply, please submit the following info and documents as PDF-files to summerschool@ebs.ee:
A resume;
An unofficial school transcript with grades (undergraduate and graduate, if available);
A short justification (max 1 page) why you would like to participate in this event;
Justification for a need-based scholarship;
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Application deadline is 30 June 2021. The applications will be reviewed on the rolling basis and we strongly encourage you to apply early, as spaces are limited. Once you are accepted, full tuition payment is due by 26 July 2021 to secure your spot.
Tuition
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Price per participant: 950 EUR. Price includes tuition fee, study materials, certificate.
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The organizers will award need-based scholarships on the rolling basis. Special consideration will be given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds and to EBS alumni. In order to be considered for a need-based scholarship, please add a separate file to the application package outlining your situation and the amount needed (provide evidence, if appropriate). Partial scholarship waivers are more likely than full waivers.
- All students will be responsible for the own transportation and lodging in Tallinn and Helsinki, as well as ticket purchases for site visits.
We look forward to welcoming you at this exciting event in Tallinn and Helsinki this summer.
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Photo credit: Kaupo Kalda