Students & Scientists

Your journey as tech leader begins here.

Whether you're exploring new ideas or ready to develop your own product, our programs support you every step of the way. Start by tackling real-world challenges, building problem-solving skills, and shaping ideas in a supportive, tech-driven environment. As you progress, you have the opportunity to develop prototypes, validate them with real users, and gain hands-on experience in product development and testing. All of this happens in a collaborative space designed to help you grow, learn, and take your ideas further.

About the Module

All Programs

Global Impact Sprint NYC

100 hours, master's students from 6 leading universities, and 1 challenge!

Founder Fundamentals

Founder Fundamentals is a workshop-based program that introduces participants to the essentials of entrepreneurship.

Economic Fundamentals

IT knowledge integrated into a broader economic and ethical framework.

Digital Health Spark

This intensive program is tailored for 18 students passionate about digital health innovation.

How to be a (Startup-) CTO

The course aims to inspire and empower you for tech management and leadership roles, working with and learning from role models from startups, grown-ups and corporates.

HPI Product Builder

15 weeks, 20 master's students, one amazing experience! In our Product Builder program, students work in agile, interdisciplinary teams and experience market- and user-centric digital product development.

All Events

Startup Tour by Ignite

Your journey as tech leader begins here.

Open House

Discover the world of entrepreneurship at the HPI Engine Open House and connect with like-minded innovators.

Community Night

Community Nights are all about connection, conversation, and collaboration. It's a welcoming space where founders, students, and curious minds gather to share ideas, stories, and experiences.

Failure Nights

Join us for Failure Nights, where entrepreneurs share their most impactful failure stories to inspire growth through adversity.

Start-Up Talks

Join us for Startup Talk, where founders share their startup journeys and insights with aspiring entrepreneurs.