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373-0101-00L 2 Credits WBZ D-MTEC

Entrepreneurial Leadership and Teams

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Jana Thiel
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:33

Abstract

This is the second knowledge module within the CAS ELTV. During this module, we will discuss important themes concerning entrepreneurial team formation and management and practice elements in interactive workshops.

Objective

This module enables participants: - To understand key requirements for new venture leadership and how to build effective governance structures for the founding team - To select and implement approaches and methods to structure productive work relationships within an emerging firm. - To understand and build the organizational foundations for successful professionalizing of venture operations

Content

This module zooms in on the design and management of new venture teams in technology-​based companies as well as the role of leadership in building successful venture teams. Key contents in this module comprise founder contracts, successful governance structures, and approaches to team performance management. This module also allows participants to understand requirements for venture leadership and professionalizing venture operations as well as building productive work relationship within their emerging firm.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
WBZ
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Entrepreneurial Leadership and Teams
Block course
No time listed 24 h semesterly

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