How to start a business in Germany

Have you ever thought of becoming an international entrepreneur (in Germany)? No matter if you have a background in scientific/ academic research, in software development or arts, certain rules apply for any international founder (in Germany). If you’re curious to learn more about setting up your own business in Germany.

Learning Goal:

During the 2 hours we are going to take a closer look at the general conditions for doing business in Germany. The workshop will not only cover legal requirements, but also shed light on intercultural specifics and best practices, including examples from other international founders.
FormatWorkshop
TopicCompany Building, Finance/Funding, Legal Aspects
Mittwoch
10. Juni 2026
13:00 Uhr
until
15:00 Uhr
Duration:
120 minutes

Target Group

  • Interessierte
  • Forschende
  • Studierende

Open to

Interested parties worldwide

Participation

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Venue

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Georg Forster Haus - Internationales Begegnungszentrum
Seminarraum
Emil-Abderhalden-Straße 7a
06108 Halle (Saale)
Anfahrt Google Maps

Tags

Empowerment, Enabling, Basic Knowledge

Some issues that will be addressed during the workshop:

  • Different options of starting up a business in Germany
  • Intercultural challenges, for instance how to negotiate in Germany
  • Central contacts for legal requirements
  • Existing legal forms for businesses in Germany

The course will be conducted by:

Dr. Edgar-John Vogt

Manager Entrepreneurship Education

Contact point for international students, guidance and entrepreneurship inputs, educational offerings, interface with MLU units, network partners & regional actors

0345 / 55 22959
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