Leadership

Department

Bachelor's program Business & Management

Course unit code

B&M-B-5-LES-LES-INS

Number of ECTS credits allocated

4.0

Name of lecturer(s)

Dr. Dietmann-Oberrauch Evelyn, FH-Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Stöckl Thomas

Mode of delivery

-

Recommended optional program components

none

Additional information about examination modalities

The assessment is based on a multi-part, competence-oriented evaluation design consisting of a team-based case assignment (40%), an individual reflection paper (40%), continuous team micro-checks (up to 10%), and individual engagement (up to 10%). This format enables a practice-oriented, continuous, and reflective assessment of the leadership competencies acquired

Level of course unit

Bachelor

Year of study

Spring 2026

Semester when the course unit is delivered

5

Language of instruction

English

Learning outcomes of the course unit

The learning goals of the course are to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of leadership in dynamic environments, to develop analytical and practical competencies for addressing leadership challenges, to build knowledge about essential leadership qualities and strategies, and to foster deep personal reflection regarding individual leadership potential and career aspirations

Course contents

• History and theory of leadership
• Concepts, styles and competencies
• Game changers
• Fields of tension and limits of leadership
• Practice and studies

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course follows an interactive and practice-oriented learning architecture. Rather than relying on traditional lectures only, it combines multiple complementary formats: team-based learning and team-based assessment, World Café discussions, Micro Checks, Mentimeter Quizzes, peer-learning, self-directed and reflective learning

Work placement(s)

none