Course organised jointly by European Parliament Liaison Office, Valletta & the Foundation for the Promotion of Entrepreneurial Initiatives (FPEI)
This course is designed to give young entrepreneurs a clear understanding of how the European Union shapes the business environment and how they can use this knowledge to strengthen and future-proof their enterprises—particularly within the context of a small EU Member State. Through practical, policy-focused modules, participants will gain the tools to navigate regulation, identify opportunities, and respond strategically to change.The course begins by unpacking how European law is made, guiding participants through EU legislative procedures, negotiation dynamics, and influence pathways, and showing how businesses and SMEs can have a voice in shaping policies that affect them. Participants will then explore what the EU offers in terms of support and opportunities, including funding instruments, training programmes, and cross-border initiatives that can support business growth and innovation.
A dedicated module will introduce the 28th regime, a proposed EU-wide legal framework aimed at innovative and fast-growing companies, highlighting how it could simplify operations and reduce regulatory barriers across Member States. Participants will also gain practical insight into taxation and licensing, with a focus on compliance, strategic planning, and operating efficiently within EU and national frameworks.
The course further addresses the impact of digitalisation and artificial intelligence on SMEs, examining both the opportunities for innovation and productivity, and the responsibilities businesses have in protecting workers’ rights, including under the Just Transition Directive. Finally, participants will analyse geopolitical tensions and their impact on business, gaining a better understanding of how global uncertainty, supply chains, and international relations influence markets and entrepreneurial decision-making.
By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to make informed strategic decisions, engage with EU policies, and position their businesses to adapt, compete, and grow in a rapidly evolving European and global environment.
Modules:
- How a European law is born: procedures, strategy, negotiation and influence
- What can the EU offer in terms of support and opportunities?
- The 28th regime: A new legal framework for innovative companies
- Taxation and Licensing for Business
- Digitalisation & AI and its impact on SMEs
- Geopolitical tensions and the impact on business
Dates & Time:
Friday 15 May 2026 | 09:30 – 12:30
Friday 22 May 2026 | 09:30 – 12:30
Friday 29 May 2026 | 09:30 – 12:30
Venue:
European Parliament Liaison Office, St Paul’s Street, Valletta
