Success in the circular economy also requires sound business strategies, innovative revenue models, appropriate financing mechanisms, and a clear understanding of the legal frameworks that govern ownership, liability, contracts, procurement and risk. These financial and legal dimensions often determine whether a circular initiative can scale and create lasting value.

This post-academic programme equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to develop, evaluate, finance and implement circular business models. 

Participants will gain insight into circular economy strategies, value creation, policy and regulatory frameworks, while focusing on the financial, legal and business conditions that enable circular initiatives to scale. Through expert-led sessions, practical cases, workshops and study visits, the programme will explore topics such as:

• Circular business strategies and corporate models
• Alternative revenue models and financing strategies
• Frameworks for circular valuation
• Legal aspects related to ownership, contracting, liability, circular procurement, waste
• Collaborating in and for a circular economy
• The social economy in the circular economy

This programme is designed for professionals who want to understand how circular economy principles can be translated into viable, scalable and profitable business models.

The course will be in person only and will run from 11 March 2027 to 27 May 2027. It will entail six classes taking place from 13:30 to 18:00 on Thursdays in Sint-Niklaas, Brussels, Ghent, Kortrijk and Antwerp. The sessions and course material will be provided in English.

The early bird rate applies until 4 January 2027.