Evaluating a Multicultural Model for Entrepreneurship Education

In higher education, cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets and competencies for working in multicultural, real-business contexts is critical. The Erasmus+ Strategic Partnership ECMT+ (Entrepreneurship and Communication in Multicultural Teams) aims to streamline this process. This paper investigates student reflections on entrepreneurship instruction within international, multicultural teams. Using a pilot quantitative survey and qualitative reflective essays, data were collected from 48 participants (14 countries, 7 European institutions) during a two-week intensive program at Karelia University (March 2017), via the Claroline Connect platform. The study explores participants’ perceptions of innovative teaching methods, cultural diversity, team dynamics, entrepreneurial attitudes, and problem-solving in developing business solutions. Preliminary findings reveal high engagement, improved entrepreneurial skills, and positive intercultural collaboration. These insights provide a foundation for further empirical research into effective entrepreneurship education in multicultural settings.