In a dynamic and turbulent environment, innovation and change is necessary for gaining and sustaining competitive advantage. However, in addition to introducing novelties, organizations have to exploit their current business models. In this course, we investigate how firms learn strategically by exploiting existing capabilities for remaining successful in current markets based on established technologies or business models, while facilitating exploration to develop new capabilities to grasp future opportunities.

The seminar aims at discussing current topics in the field of strategic learning including leadership, HRM, organizational learning and change management. During the course we answer questions such as "Why is innovation and change often difficult for established organizations?", "What can prevent innovative organizations from implementing the new into an existing business model?", "What is the role of leadership in creating organizational adaptability and development?". In answering these questions, we combine theoretical inputs with practical insights and analyses.

The seminar builds upon the basic knowledge in the field of organizational learning and strategic management. After completing the seminar, students are able to contribute to the theoretical discussion in their field and to derive practical insights for their business career as leaders, consultants, and trainers. In particular, they gain knowledge to analyze, to design, and to govern change and learning processes in organizations to achieve strategic objectives.

The main didactical foundation of this course is enabling interactive learning by combining theory presentations, experiences through exercises and case-study based teaching accompanied by reflections and discussions.

The main didactical foundation of this course is enabling interactive learning by combining theory presentations, experiences through exercises and case-study based teaching accompanied by reflections and discussions.

Based on two individual and two group assessment categories. In order to pass the course at least 61% of the points need to be achieved.

Presence and active participation in class is expected.

• Attendance and active participation (15 points)
• Individual reflection report (30 points)
• Presentation of group work in class (20 points)
• Post-module assignment – Seminar thesis (35 points)

Successful completion of the course "Introduction to Management"

This course builds on the knowledge content of the bachelor's degree. It has a dedicated scientific character and ties in with the current state of scientific research.