Class objective(s) (learning outcomes)

In this course students will learn to
- observe and reflect their own behaviour when working in teams.
- experience different roles in teams
- identify phases of team building and team development
- learn how to manage teams for effectiveness.

Prerequisites according to degree program

1.) Diplomstudien (auslaufend): freies Wahlfach
2.) Bachelorstudien: Teilnahmebestätigung, keine ECTS (Enrichment)

Teaching and learning method(s)

Inputs from the lecturer on specific topics (team development, factors of team effectiveness, team roles)
Self assessment
Group exercises
Reflection

In case of restricted admission; selection criteria

Bachelorstudien: mind. 42 ECTS

Criteria for successful completion

Participation in class
Seminar paper on personal reflection

Availability of instructor(s) for contact by students

mailto:Soziale.Kompetenz@wu-wien.ac.at
Sector A, 2nd floor, UZA 1

Miscellaneous

If you do not attend it you will lose your place on the course.
Please be punctual: if you come late you may lose your place on the course!

A deposit of €20 will be levied at dates that will be announced (http://www.wu.ac.at/sozialekompetenz/news), which will be repaid at the end of the seminar.
De-registration is possible 21 days before the seminar starts. A doctor’s certification is necessary in case of illness.

Team development and improving team performance is critical to the most successful corporate teams. To inform about principles of team work and to observe and analyse group behaviour will be main parts of the course. We will also focus on reflecting team exercises and the role of feedback in teams.