It doesn't take much to get started!

Self-employment is certainly a career option for students, graduates and academics, but as soon as they begin to consider it, they are faced with numerous challenges. To set them on the path self employment, the University has set the strategic educational goal of fostering a culture of independence, and a support centre has been set up. However, as when setting up a "real" business, only limited resources are available. Nevertheless, the high levels of motivation of all stakeholders, a diverse network and great creative freedom enabled a successful start.

19.06.2015 | Stefanie Bold, Sabine Flören & Frederike Königs (Mönchengladbach)