EU4Dual Annual Conference
The EU4Dual Annual Conference 2026 in Heilbronn brought together more than 400 participants from 16 countries to discuss how dual higher education can address key societal challenges such as health, sustainability, innovation, and the future of work. The event highlighted international collaboration, student mobility, and research partnerships. We reported on the conference and its key outcomes on our website and in our newsletter.
EU4Dual Annual Conference 2026 in Heilbronn: European University Alliance Provides Strong Impetus for Health, Innovation, and the Future of Work
The EU4Dual Annual Conference 2026 in Heilbronn brought together more than 400 participants from 16 countries to discuss how dual higher education can address key societal challenges such as health, sustainability, innovation, and the future of work. The event highlighted international collaboration, student mobility, and research partnerships. We reported on the conference and its key outcomes on our website and in our newsletter.
PILC 2025 – Transformational Leadership in the Digital Era
PILC 2025, the 14th PAR International Leadership Conference, gathered scholars, professionals and students in Opatija and Rijeka to explore transformational leadership in the digital era. Focusing on the future of work, the event addressed empathetic leadership, managing digital generations and building resilient, innovative organisations. The conference served as a platform for exchanging research, strategies and skills essential for navigating leadership challenges in a fast-evolving global landscape.
Dual Model in Action: Designing Solutions for Maritime Center of Excellence
PAR students visited the Maritime Center of Excellence as part of their final exam in the Management of SMEs course, where company representatives presented core operations and posed a real business challenge. Applying the dual education model, students combined classroom knowledge with hands-on problem solving, working on innovative proposals in response to the company’s needs. The activity strengthened collaboration between education and industry, encouraging practical learning, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial mindset development.
Industry Forum on Dual Education in Croatia
As part of Career Days at PAR, the Industry Forum on Dual Education in Croatia gathered company representatives to present their work environments and internship opportunities. Each company offered insight into how student practice is integrated within their organisation, highlighting the value of mentorship, flexibility, and skill development. The event reinforced the importance of cooperation between higher education and employers in shaping relevant, hands-on learning experiences through the dual education model.
BOOTCAMP Sail & Learn 2025: Navigating Innovation Around the Islands
BOOTCAMP Sail & Learn 2025 brought together students and entrepreneurs for a unique learning experience at sea, organised by PAR University of Applied Sciences. On board, participants worked in mixed teams to develop project ideas, guided by mentors from business and academia. The programme offered a dynamic setting for developing entrepreneurial skills, leadership and creativity – all while navigating the Adriatic sea.
Women in Business Conference ”Women Without PARdon 2025”
Women Without PARdon 2025 showcased the connection between education and business through women’s leadership. In its 12th edition, the conference brought together inspiring women, including business owners who host PAR students for internships – to share experiences at the intersection of leadership, mentorship and real-world learning. Through panels, keynote talks and the PARdonna award, the event celebrated women who lead with purpose and actively support dual education through their professional roles.
PAR Business Camp 2025: From Idea to Impact
Hosted in Rijeka, the camp brought together over 70 international students for workshops, lectures and project-based collaboration. Participants visited two regional development agencies and developed original business podcast concepts. The programme strengthened entrepreneurial skills, cross-cultural teamwork, and innovation through real-world experiences, reflecting PAR’s commitment to applied, interdisciplinary education.
Iraia Urkia-Basterra’s PhD Mobility in Dual Education
Iraia Urkia-Basterra, PhD student and lecturer at Mondragon Unibertsitatea’s Faculty of Humanities and Education, had a 3-month-long mobility in DHBW. The PhD mobility was carried out within the framework of the EU4Dual Alliance, supporting cross-institutional collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field of Dual Higher Education. The stay was hosted by the team of NextEducation at DHBW Karlsruhe under the guidance of Ulf-Daniel Ehlers, editor-in-chief of the European Scientific Journal of Dual Higher Education (ESJDHE).
PAR Business Camp 2024: Green & Digital Innovation in Action
PAR Business Camp 2024 gathered over 50 students from across Europe for a one-week Erasmus+ BIP focused on the green economy. Held in Rijeka during Global Entrepreneurship Week, the camp combined lectures, workshops, and team challenges under the theme ”Green and Digital: Human Footprints”. Participants explored sustainable business models and environmental impact through a dual education approach, blending academic insight with real-world problem solving, international collaboration, and entrepreneurial skill-building.