The Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) ’50+10 Cocreation Challenges: Finance and SDG Application’, is jointly coordinated by the University of Burgos (UBU), the Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA), and the NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences (NHL Stenden).

Transitioning to a sustainable and inclusive economy requires innovative approaches to align financial objectives with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This BIP fosters a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment where students, academics, and professionals from the financial sector work together to create sustainable solutions for real-world challenges. 

In the first phase, students will explore, understand, and plan; in the second phase, they will develop practical solutions with and for the real world; and in the third phase, they will refine and present their proposals in response to the challenge. 

The outcomes of this BIP directly impact participants’ education and enhance their relevance in the financial job market. The transition to a sustainable economy demands professionals who can integrate ESG criteria and align financial strategies with the SDGs. As demand for experts in sustainable finance and innovation continues to rise, the BIP’s results ensure participants are equipped to lead the transformation of the financial sector. 

Schedule
9 to 30 May 2025

Online sessions

• Session 1 (2h) – SWOT. How Might We. Heat Map.
• Session 2 (4h) – Intro to Finance for non-financiers (corporate). 
• Session 3 (2h) – Kick-off with External Entity. 
• Session 4 (4h) – Storyboards. Ideas & Vote. 
• Session 5 (4h) – Canva Business Model. 

Face-to-face week
From 26 to 30 May at UBU, in Burgos, Spain.

• Session 6 (4h) – Intro to Finance & Public Policies 
• Session 7 (2h) – Ideation Concepts 
• Session 8 (2h) – Project Review 
• Session 9 (2h) – How to Pitch 
• Session 10 (4h) – Final Pitch 

Classes will take place from 9h00 to 18h00.

Mode of delivery
Blended

Language of instruction
English

3 ECTS credits

Academic recognition
The participants who successfully complete this RUN-EU BIP will receive a Certificate of Participation and a Transcript of Records jointly issued by the organising institutions. 

Eligible participants
RUN-EU students from 1^st cycle (6) – bachelor and from 2^nd cycle (7) – master

How to apply
Fill in the application form

Deadline for applications
4 April 2025