Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The Education & Industry Forum 2027 is a pivotal event designed to foster collaboration between academia and industry.
Taking place from May 10 to May 13, 2027, at Stages Hotel Prague, this forum will bring together educators, industry leaders, and students to discuss innovative practices and strategies that align educational outcomes with the evolving demands of the workforce.
EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 takes place in Prague, Czech Republic.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The Education & Industry Forum 2027 takes place from May 10 to May 13, 2027, at Stages Hotel Prague, Czech Republic.
- 2Scale and Focus: This forum aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by ECCEDU, dedicated to enhancing education and industry partnerships.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include educators, industry leaders, and students, all seeking to align educational practices with real-world needs.
- 5Entry: Registration is available online with early bird pricing for various participant categories.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest trends in education and industry collaboration, network with professionals, and participate in hands-on workshops. Attendees include educators, industry leaders, and students, all seeking to align educational practices with real-world needs.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their innovations, connect with potential partners, and engage directly with an audience of educators and industry professionals. The event is organized by ECCEDU, dedicated to enhancing education and industry partnerships. Attendees include educators, industry leaders, and students, all seeking to align educational practices with real-world needs.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
University and college leadership (rectors, deans, curriculum directors) reviewing industry-aligned degree, module and assessment design.
Vocational education and training (VET) providers, apprenticeship coordinators and sector skills councils looking for employer partners.
Corporate HR, learning-and-development and talent-acquisition leads sourcing training providers, credentialing and campus recruiting channels.
EdTech procurement and digital-learning managers comparing LMS, assessment, simulation and virtual-classroom platforms.
Careers services, placement offices and student employment teams building employer pipelines and internship schemes.
Ministry, national agency and regional development officials working on skills strategy, qualification frameworks and funding programmes.
Chambers of commerce, sector associations and employer federations running skills-gap studies and dual-education pilots.
Researchers, knowledge-transfer and technology-transfer offices seeking applied R&D, Erasmus+ or structural-fund partners.
Students and early-career professionals exploring internships, graduate schemes, micro-credentials and further study options.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
EdTech and learning-platform vendors: LMS, virtual classrooms, authoring tools, assessment engines, proctoring and VR/AR simulation.
Universities, higher-education consortia and transnational programme providers promoting degrees, joint curricula and applied research capacity.
VET providers, training academies, apprenticeship intermediaries and work-based learning operators.
Certification, accreditation and micro-credentialing bodies issuing industry-recognised digital badges and competence records.
Careers platforms, graduate recruitment firms and employer-branding agencies selling campus access and talent pipelines.
Laboratory, workshop and simulation equipment suppliers for engineering, electrical, automation, healthcare and safety-critical training.
Corporate academies and in-house training divisions presenting co-designed curricula, internships and sponsored-lab models.
Publishers and content developers supplying textbooks, open educational resources and localised course content.
Consultancies advising on curriculum reform, skills-gap analysis, qualification mapping and EU funding applications.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Learning management systems, virtual classrooms and digital course-authoring tools.
Assessment, proctoring and skills-verification platforms, including competence-based testing.
VR/AR and simulation training for technical, medical, logistics and safety-critical skills.
Curriculum and content packages mapped to industry standards and national qualification frameworks.
Apprenticeship, internship and work-based learning placement services and matching platforms.
Micro-credentials, digital badges, certification schemes and prior-learning recognition services.
Lab, workshop and training equipment: automation rigs, electrical benches, HVAC trainers, healthcare simulators.
Graduate recruitment, careers-fair and employer-branding services aimed at universities and VET schools.
Skills-gap analytics, labour-market data and curriculum-consulting services.
Mobility and funding advisory: Erasmus+, European Social Fund and cross-border partnership support.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Stages Hotel Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
Facilities
Parking
Stages Hotel Prague in Prague typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Stages Hotel Prague in Prague typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Stages Hotel Prague for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Prague, Czech Republic
Why it matters
On 2027-05-10 to 2027-05-13, EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 in Prague covering Educational technology solutions for enhanced learning., Curriculum development services aligned with industry needs., R gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CZK
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Prague
Upper-midscale
Prague city centreUSD 125–155 / night
Hotel NH Collection Prague
Upper-midscale
Prague city centreUSD 135–165 / night
Hotel NH Collection Prague Carlo IV
Premium
Prague city centreUSD 235–285 / night
Amedia Express Prague Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Midscale
Prague (confirm exact district)USD 65–85 / night
Comfort Hotel Prague City East
Midscale
Prague city eastUSD 66–88 / night
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro, tram and bus (PID 90-minute ticket)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAnywhere in the Prague integrated network, transfers included
Metro, tram and bus (PID 30-minute ticket)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forShort hops, for example hotel to a Line B interchange
PID 24-hour pass
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forUnlimited city travel for one calendar day
PID 72-hour pass
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forUnlimited city travel across the 10-13 May 2027 event window
Airport Express (AE) bus
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forVáclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Stages Hotel Prague
PID bus 119 plus metro Line A
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forPRG airport to Nádraží Veleslavín, then metro into the centre
Taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forPRG airport to central Prague hotels
Ride-hail (Bolt, Uber, Liftago)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forPRG airport or central hotel to Stages Hotel Prague
Weather
Mid-May in Prague is late spring: bright but changeable, with average daytime highs near 19 C and nights around 8 C. A warm spell can push past 24 C, while a cold front can hold daytime temperatures at 12-14 C, so layers matter more than a heavy coat. Rain falls on roughly 12-14 days of the month, usually as short showers or afternoon thunderstorms rather than all-day rain, with monthly totals of around 60-75 mm. Sunset is close to 20:40 in mid-May, which leaves daylight for venue visits or a walk through the Old Town after sessions. These are climatological bands for Prague in May, not a forecast for 10-13 May 2027 - check a local forecast in the final week.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Czech mobile networks (T-Mobile, O2, Vodafone) deliver wide 4G and 5G coverage across Prague, including most of the metro network and the exhibition district around Českomoravská. EU/EEA visitors roam on their domestic tariff under EU roaming rules; travellers from outside the EU should compare a local prepaid SIM bought in the PRG arrival halls with an eSIM data plan purchased before departure. Power in the Czech Republic is 230 V at 50 Hz with Type E sockets (round pins), so UK, US and Australian plugs need an adapter, and most laptop and phone chargers accept 100-240 V. Wi-Fi in meeting rooms, halls and the exhibition floor is provided by the venue - confirm bandwidth, whether it is included in your delegate or stand package, and whether it supports video demos before relying on it.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Currency
Prague uses the Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but keep small notes for trams, kiosks, market stalls and tips. Decline dynamic currency conversion at card terminals and pay in koruna.
Language
Czech is the official language. English is standard in hotels, at the venue and among younger professionals, but less reliable in small shops and suburban restaurants. A few words of Czech - dobrý den (hello) and děkuji (thank you) - go a long way.
Transport etiquette
Tickets must be validated in the yellow box on first boarding and kept until you exit. Inspectors check frequently and fines are levied on the spot, usually payable in cash. Give up seats on the metro for older passengers and let people off before boarding.
Tipping
Round up or leave 5-10 percent in restaurants and bars, either added to the card payment or in cash. Tipping is not expected in taxis but rounding up is normal.
Business culture
Prague meetings start on time and small talk is brief before the agenda. A firm handshake, an exchange of business cards and formal titles on first contact are still common in universities and public bodies; corporate and startup teams are more casual.
May public holidays
1 May (Labour Day) and 8 May (Liberation Day) are public holidays in the Czech Republic, when offices and many shops close. Both fall before the 10-13 May programme, but expect quieter offices and altered opening hours in the preceding week.
Dress code
Business casual is the norm on the programme floor, with a jacket for formal openings or signing ceremonies. Evenings are relaxed; Prague restaurants are smart-casual rather than formal.
Safety and practicalities
Central Prague is busy and generally safe. Watch personal belongings on crowded trams and in the Old Town, and avoid unlicensed taxi drivers approaching inside the airport terminal - use the official rank or a ride-hail app.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Captured Google Flights results for 10 May 2027 departures and 14 May 2027 returns show round-trip economy fares for one adult of about CZK 3,869 from Frankfurt (FRA), CZK 4,424 from London (LHR), CZK 14,581 from Toronto (YYZ) and CZK 16,941 from New York (JFK). Fares were flagged as currently typical and include taxes and fees; checked-bag and seat fees may be extra. Václav Havel Airport Prague splits traffic between Terminal 2 for Schengen arrivals and Terminal 1 for non-Schengen arrivals, so build in extra time for border formalities and the metro transfer. Book roughly 8-12 weeks out for May travel, aim to land on 9 or 10 May to clear jet lag before the opening, and re-check fares before ticketing - these are observed samples, not quoted prices.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Prague; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Stages Hotel Prague: Prague city centre: Radisson Blu Hotel, Prague; Prague city centre: Hotel NH Collection Prague; Prague city centre: Hotel NH Collection Prague Carlo IV.
Ride-hail: Bolt, Uber and the Czech platform Liftago all operate in Prague, with pickup points at both PRG terminal forecourts and across the city centre. Typical fares are approx. CZK 450-650 for the airport run to central hotels and approx. CZK 250-400 for a central hotel to Stages Hotel Prague, with surge pricing during the morning peak and after large evening events. Check the plate and driver name before getting in, pay in koruna through the app rather than cash, and use the in-app support rather than hailing an unlicensed car at the terminal curb.
Public transit: Prague's integrated system (PID) covers metro, trams, buses, ferries and the airport connections on one ticket. Single tickets cost approx. CZK 30 for 30 minutes and approx. CZK 40 for 90 minutes, with 24-hour passes at approx. CZK 120 and 72-hour passes at approx. CZK 330; validate the ticket in the yellow box on first boarding and keep it until you exit. Three metro lines cover the city: Line A runs north-west to south-east through Můstek and Muzeum, Line B runs Zličín to Černý Most through Florenc and Českomoravská, and Line C runs Letňany to Háje through Florenc and Muzeum. For the venue, take Line B to Českomoravská. Trams fill the gaps between metro lines and are often faster for short central hops. Confirm current fares and timetables at pid.cz or in the PID app before travel.
Parking: Parking at Stages Hotel Prague is listed as available on site, but rates, bay counts and hall access should be reserved with the organiser or the hotel in advance, particularly during the four-day programme. In central Prague, street parking is organised into paid zones with resident and visitor permits and is enforced on weekdays - visitor parking in the centre is limited and expensive. For a park-and-ride approach, use P+R car parks at metro termini such as Zličín, Černý Most, Letňany or Chodov and continue by metro Line B, typically costing far less than venue-adjacent garages. Expect central garage rates in the region of approx. CZK 300-600 per day; confirm live prices before travel.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: Approx. 8-19 C (46-66 F) as the typical daily low-to-high band in mid-May; warm spells have pushed past 24 C and cold fronts have held days at 12-14 C. Treat these as climatological ranges for Prague, not a forecast for 10-13 May 2027.
Seasonality: May is one of Prague's wetter months, with roughly 60-75 mm falling across about 12-14 rain days. Rain usually arrives as short showers or afternoon thunderstorms rather than persistent all-day drizzle, so a compact umbrella or shell is more useful than heavy waterproofs.
Packing: Pack layers: a light knit or jacket for 8-12 C mornings, short sleeves for warm afternoons, and a packable rain shell or umbrella for the showers. Bring broken-in walking shoes - Prague's cobbled Old Town, metro stairs and large exhibition halls punish new footwear. Add a Type E power adapter, a small amount of CZK cash for trams and tips, and a light scarf or jacket if you plan an evening at a formal reception.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Book accommodation for the 9-14 May window; central Prague fills quickly in the May congress season, so prioritise free-cancellation rates.
Day 2
Check Schengen visa or ETIAS status for every traveller in your party; short-stay visa processing can take several weeks and appointments are limited.
Day 3
Book flights into Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) and note whether you arrive at Terminal 2 (Schengen) or Terminal 1 (non-Schengen).
Day 4
Download the eif-connect.com schedule, shortlist sessions across the four days and note any exhibitors you must visit on the first morning before stands get busy.
Day 5
Plan your Prague transit: PID 72-hour pass (approx. CZK 330) covers the event window, or buy 24-hour passes (approx. CZK 120) day by day.
Day 6
Check business card stock, download a lead-capture app or notebook, and confirm any meeting slots you agreed with exhibitors or university partners.; Arrange some CZK cash and check your card's foreign transaction fees; small purchases and tips are easier in koruna.
Day 7
Pack layers for 8-19 C days, a compact rain shell and comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones and metro stairs.
Day 8
Check in for your flight, reconfirm the airport transfer (taxi approx. CZK 550-750, ride-hail CZK 450-650) and print or save the hotel voucher.
Day 9
Arrive in Prague, test the metro route to Českomoravská on Line B and locate the venue entrance before the first morning rush.
Day 10
Arrive 30-45 minutes before the opening session for badge collection, security screening and a first pass of the hall floor.
Day 11
Confirm your delegate registration category on eif-connect.com and save the confirmation, badge details and venue address for Stages Hotel Prague.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Stages Hotel Prague
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 registration concourse
Stages Hotel Prague
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Stages Hotel Prague
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCZK 190.00
- Per diem × 2CZK 150.00
Estimated totalCZK 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Educational technology solutions for enhanced learning. solutions and benchmarking suppliers at EDUCATION & INDUSTRY FORUM 2027 in Prague.
Min. budget
$720.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Educational technology solutions for enhanced learning. products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$3,240.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Prague show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is the Education & Industry Forum (EIF Connect)?
It is a Prague-based forum run on the eif-connect.com domain that brings education providers together with employers and technology suppliers. The listing describes a programme and exhibition mix covering curriculum alignment, vocational training, EdTech, credentialing and graduate talent pipelines, aimed at the point where study programmes meet labour-market demand.
When and where does the 2027 edition take place?
10-13 May 2027 in Prague, Czech Republic. The organiser's logistics information points to Stages Hotel Prague as the event base, with the metro Line B station Českomoravská serving the district. Confirm the exact hall, entrance and registration desk hours in your booking confirmation.
Who should attend EIF in Prague?
University and VET leadership responsible for programme design, corporate HR and L&D teams sourcing training and graduate talent, EdTech procurement managers, careers services, and national or regional skills-policy officials. Suppliers of learning platforms, simulation equipment and certification schemes attend as exhibitors and partners.
How do I register as a delegate?
Registration runs through the official organiser site, eif-connect.com. Delegate categories, deadlines and any fees are published there. No third-party ticket resellers are referenced for this event, so book only through the official domain.
Can students and job seekers attend?
The event is framed around institutional and employer participation. Access rules for individual students, early-career visitors and recruiters are set by the organiser, so check the registration categories on eif-connect.com before you book travel or accommodation.
What is the easiest way to reach the venue from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)?
Take metro Line B towards Černý Most and alight at Českomoravská, the station closest to Stages Hotel Prague. To get to Line B from the airport, use the Airport Express bus to Praha hlavní nádraží (approx. CZK 100) or PID bus 119 to Nádraží Veleslavín plus metro Line A. A 90-minute transfer ticket at approx. CZK 40 covers the whole journey. Taxis cost roughly CZK 550-750 and ride-hail CZK 450-650.
Should I stay in central Prague or near the venue?
Both work. Central hotels put the Old Town, main station and evening restaurants within walking distance and connect to Českomoravská on metro Line B in roughly 20-30 minutes. Staying in Prague 9 near the venue cuts the daily commute but limits evening options. Mid-May is high season, so book early and check cancellation terms.
Which currency and payment methods are used in Prague?
The Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro. Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops, but keep some cash for trams, kiosks, market stalls and tips. Avoid street currency exchange booths with unadvertised commissions; use bank ATMs or your own bank's card rates.
Do I need a visa to attend from outside the EU?
The Czech Republic is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities can enter visa-free for short business trips, while others need a Schengen short-stay (type C) visa applied for in advance at a Czech embassy or consulate. Allow several weeks for processing and check the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs guidance for your nationality before booking non-refundable travel.
What language is the programme delivered in?
The organiser publishes the programme at eif-connect.com/schedule, and session descriptions indicate the working language per slot. English is the working language for an internationally marketed education-industry forum, but confirm each session in the schedule before planning your day.
Are there exhibition or partnership opportunities for suppliers?
Yes - the listing presents supplier, institution and partner participation across learning platforms, training equipment, certification bodies and recruitment services. Stand formats, partnership packages and prices are set by the organiser and are not published in the available captures, so request the current exhibitor prospectus through eif-connect.com.
What should I wear and how formal is the event?
Business casual is the safe default for the programme floor, with a jacket for formal openings or signing ceremonies. Prague in mid-May swings between 8 C mornings and 19 C afternoons, so layering matters more than formality, and comfortable shoes are essential for cobbled streets and metro stairs.
Glossary
- Dual education (dual VET)
- A model in which learners split their week between a school and a company, with the employer providing supervised workplace training and the school delivering theory. Common in Czech engineering, electrical and mechanical trades.
- Work-based learning (WBL)
- Any structured learning that happens in a real workplace - internships, apprenticeships, project placements or clinical rotations - assessed against defined learning outcomes.
- Micro-credential
- A short, assessed unit of learning (typically 1-15 ECTS or a few weeks) that certifies a specific competence and is often issued as a verifiable digital badge.
- ECTS
- European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System: 60 credits represent one full-time academic year, used to compare and transfer study across European institutions.
- Learning outcomes
- Statements of what a learner can actually do after a module - written as observable competences rather than as syllabus topics. The basis of employer-facing curriculum design.
- Skills-gap analysis
- A structured comparison of the competences employers need against those the education system currently produces, usually by sector and region. It drives curriculum reform and funding priorities.
- Employer advisory board
- A standing panel of companies that reviews a study programme's content, equipment and assessment. Often a formal accreditation requirement for professionally oriented degrees.
- Apprenticeship
- A multi-year, contract-based programme combining paid work with formal training and a recognised final qualification, usually regulated by national law.
- Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
- A process that awards credit or exemption for competences gained through work or informal study, shortening the path to a formal qualification.
- National qualifications framework (NQF/EQF)
- A grid that places every qualification at a level (1-8 in the European Qualifications Framework) so that employers and foreign institutions can compare awards.
- Learning management system (LMS)
- Software that hosts courses, tracks learner progress and issues assessments. Procurement decisions increasingly hinge on interoperability standards such as LTI and xAPI.
- Knowledge transfer partnership
- A funded collaboration in which a company hosts a graduate or researcher to embed new capability, supervised jointly by the company and an academic institution.
- Talent pipeline
- The managed flow of students and graduates from a study programme into a specific employer or sector, built through internships, sponsorships, guest lecturing and targeted recruitment.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Education & Industry Forum 2027
- EIF Connect Prague 2027
- EIF Prague May 2027
- education industry forum Prague
- EIF Connect education forum
- Prague education conference May 2027
- education and industry collaboration forum
- EdTech forum Prague 2027
- skills and curriculum forum Prague
- university industry partnership forum 2027
2 more alternate names hidden
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.