Vytautas Magnus University

Kaunas, Lithuania

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU, Kaunas, Lithuania), established in 1922 (re-established in 1989), is one of the most comprehensive and modern universities in Lithuania. Its well-deserved reputation is built on pursuing policies of liberal studies and establishing successful international relations with other universities all over the world. It is an open university where traditions and innovations meet and complement each other. It is also the second-largest university in Lithuania, hosting around 9000 students. In QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia (EECA) University Ranking, VMU is in the 61st position and 492nd in the global QS Ranking in terms of internationalization. VMU takes pride in its international profile and thus ensures that the 20 percent foreign student population receives assistance in any situation possible, ensuring their stay in Kaunas is as pleasant and rewarding as possible. Since 2021 VMU has hosted 62 IISMA programme students.

Activities

Lectures

Learning activities in class that discuss entrepreneurship material including Development of Entrepreneurial and Leadership Skills, Management for Business Start-up's, Environmental Concerns in Business. Principles of Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility in the Company, Accounting of Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainable Waste Management Principles of Circular Economy in Sustainable Business, Towards "Greenfluencing": Skill Development in the Encouragement of Mindset Towards Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Development, Development of Food Supply Chains and the Local Food System in the Context of Sustainability

Practical Activities

Contains practical activities such as group work, sustainable practice, visits to Vilnius business organizations

Field Trips

Field trips made to visit business organizations in Vilnius

Cultural Component

Learning that aims to get to know Lithuania through history and culture through visits to the old town and volunteer activities at the Ukrainian Center