Skills Sprint Week: Learn, Connect & Grow Beyond the Classroom
Event Details
Host: Gisma University of Applied Sciences
Venue: Berlin & Potsdam
Time: 13:00 Europe/Berlin
Date: 31 August 2026
At Gisma, we believe that learning extends beyond the classroom. Skills Sprint Week brings together practical workshops, expert sessions, company experiences and industry insights to support our students’ personal and professional development. Throughout the week, Gisma students will have the opportunity to explore different aspects of career development, entrepreneurship, consulting, wellbeing and emerging technologies.
WFBB Lecture: Startup Funding, 31 August 2026 | 13:00
Gisma welcomes Kuang Dai from WFBB for a session exploring startup funding opportunities in Brandenburg. Students will gain insights into funding programmes, available support and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Talk: Job Hunting & the System, 31 August 2026 | 11:00
This session at Gisma looks at the realities of today’s recruitment landscape. Students will explore common job-search challenges and gain practical approaches to navigating the employment market.
Vhealthy Workshop: Job Search & Wellbeing, 1 September 2026 | 13:00
Students will explore the connection between job searching and wellbeing with Vhealthy. The workshop focuses on managing stress, maintaining resilience and developing healthier approaches to career uncertainty.
Think-Cell Workshop: Consulting Skills, 2 September 2026 | 15:00
Students will develop their consulting and problem-solving skills through a practical workshop with Think-Cell. The session focuses on structured thinking and approaches to solving real-world business challenges.
IFA Berlin Expedition, 4 September 2026 | 10:30
Gisma students will visit IFA Berlin to experience one of the world’s leading consumer technology events. The expedition offers an opportunity to explore emerging technologies, innovations and industry trends.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Skills Sprint Week reflects Gisma’s commitment to connecting academic learning with practical experiences. Through expert knowledge, hands-on activities and industry exposure, students can develop skills and perspectives that support their future careers.