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351-0778-00L 3 Credits BSC , DR , MSC D-ITET , D-BAUG , D-MTEC , D-MAVT , D-INFK , D-GESS
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Discovering Management

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Volker Hoffmann, Prof. Dr. Georg von Krogh, Prof. Dr. Stefano Brusoni, Prof. Dr. Bart Clarysse, Prof. Dr. Torbjörn Netland, Lien De Cuyper
Examiners: Prof. Dr. Volker Hoffmann, Prof. Dr. Georg von Krogh, Prof. Dr. Stefano Brusoni, Prof. Dr. Florian von Wangenheim, Prof. Dr. Bart Clarysse, Prof. Dr. Torbjörn Netland, Lien De Cuyper
Entry level course in management for BSc, MSc and PHD students at all levels not belonging to D-MTEC. This course can be complemented with Discovering Management (Excercises) 351-0778-01L.
VVZ CR 4.07

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:55:26

Abstract

Discovering Management offers an introduction to the field of business management and entrepreneurship for engineers and natural scientists. The module provides an overview of the principles of management, teaches knowledge about management that is highly complementary to the students' technical knowledge, and provides a basis for advancing the knowledge of the various subjects offered at D-MTEC.

Objective

The objective of this course is to introduce the students to the relevant topics of the management literature and give them a good introduction in entrepreneurship topics too. The course is a series of lectures on the topics of strategy, innovation, marketing, corporate social responsibility, and productions and operations management. These different lectures provide the theoretical and conceptual foundations of management. In addition, students are required to work in teams on a project. The purpose of this project is to analyse the innovative needs of a large multinational company and develop a business case for the company to grow.

Content

Discovering Management aims to broaden the students' understanding of the principles of business management, emphasizing the interdependence of various topics in the development and management of a firm. The lectures introduce students not only to topics relevant for managing large corporations, but also touch upon the different aspects of starting up your own venture. The lectures will be presented by the respective area specialists at D-MTEC. The course broadens the view and understanding of technology by linking it with its commercial applications and with society. The lectures are designed to introduce students to topics related to strategy, corporate innovation, corporate social responsibility, and business model innovation. Practical examples from industry will stimulate the students to critically assess these issues.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , DR , MSC
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
Only dictionary allowed. (No electronics)
The final presentation will be graded and counts for 30 % the final grade (compulsory performance assessment). The session examination counts 70 %.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Discovering Management
  • Thu 08:15-11:00 (HG D 7.1)
3 h weekly

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