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New international collaboration strengthens entrepreneurship in rural Ostrobothnia

Centria University of Applied Sciences has launched a three-year international project, Northborne – Accelerating Bold Futures from Remote Beginnings. The aim of the project is to develop a new kind of community-based rural accelerator model for startups, scaleups, and SMEs in the Ostrobothnia region.


The Final Event of the Tervatynnyri Pitch Competition

The Tervatynnyri Pitch Competition is again looking for fresh ideas and brave creators! Who or who will pocket the hefty prize money in this year's competition? It will be decided on Thursday 3.12.2026 at the final event at Centria University of Applied Sciences Kokkola campus. The registration period is open from 1 September to 31 October 2026, so now is a good time to start brainstorming!


Current tools and trends in AI

We will go through current tools and trends in AI and how these are applicable to entrepreneurs and your business. Especially if you are pondering …


AI in marketing

This session offers a practical introduction to how artificial intelligence can help you uncover the right keywords and tap into valuable online content—without needing a tech team.


Tervatynnyri Presents: Pitch & Pizza

Pitching is a skill you need in life – especially when you want to present your idea convincingly. A well-crafted pitch can help bring your business idea to life.


Centria RDI Open Doors Event in Kokkola

Welcome to explore Centria’s research, development and innovation activities at the Talonpojankatu Campus in Kokkola on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 12:00 to 16:00. We will open our laboratories to visitors and present ongoing projects, research results, as well as the machines and equipment currently in use.


Job-seeking related workshops

All workshops are open to Finnish and international students. Pre-registration is not required.