Smart Production and Services Master FT

Leadership & Project Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590112

Leadership & Project Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Design of core areas relevant to human resources (staffing in the organisation, personnel development, employee retention and motivation) • Traditional and modern forms of remuneration and performance measurement • Management and employee relations • Traditional and modern concepts and theories of leadership (roles, skills and styles as well as leadership in a virtual, global and volatile environment) • Interpersonal competences • Intrapersonal competences • Methods in conflict management (manifestations & conflict analysis, conflict diagnosis and stages of conflict escalation including the basics of CSF) Special aspects of Leadership & Conflict Management of sustainability transformation. Language of instruction: German / English

Leadership & Project Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590113

Project Management Excellence

2.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Project management: state-of-the-art modern and agile approaches • Project controlling & steering: hybrid/agile project portfolio management, multi-project controlling • Project communication, social skills Language of instruction: German / English

Marketing & Research | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590108

International Marketing & Market Research

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

Course content: • Importance and positioning of international and strategic marketing in the company • Methods, instruments and channels of international marketing management • Importance of sales and distribution in marketing management • Market-, competitor-, dealer-, supplier- and customer-oriented strategies in terms of international business activities • International, global and multinational marketing strategies • Market entry strategies • Application of marketing tools throughout the product and market life cycle • Methods and instruments of market research in an international context • Cross-cultural differences in global marketing • International marketing controlling and key figures Language of instruction: German / English

Marketing & Research | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590109

Scientific Research Methods

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Building on the students’ previous knowledge of scientific work (courses in the Bachelor’s programme, writing seminar papers and Bachelor’s theses), the students’ knowledge of scientific work is deepened. The focus is on the following aspects: • Preparation: topic selection and planning of comprehensive scientific work (research projects and theses) • Discussion of methods • Professional handling of literature • Quantitative and qualitative analysis, in particular questionnaire development, data analysis and evaluation (e.g. using structural equation modelling), documentation • Critical appraisal • Scientific argumentation (incl. theses, hypotheses, verifications and falsifications) Language of instruction: German / English

Operations Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590110

Advanced Supply Chain Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Goals and trends in purchasing, supplier and supply chain management • Meta studies on purchasing trends and supply chain developments • Core tasks and central target dimensions in purchasing • Portfolio technology in purchasing • ABC/XYZ analysis • Supplier management at a glance • Methods of supply chain design • Overview of supply chain concepts • Instruments of supply chain coordination Language of instruction: German / English

Operations Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590111

Factory Design & Lean Production

3.00

ECTS

2.50

SWS

Layout planning • lean management • planning system of target planning • preliminary/rough-cut planning • ideal and real layout planning Analysis of optimization and loss sources: • Throughput times • transportation • stocks • material flow • waiting time • overproduction • process method • rejects and rework Knowledge and use of tools such as: • value stream method • Kaizen • Kanban • Poka Yoke • 5S • Heijunka Links to sustainability aspects are addressed in all topics. Language of instruction: German / English

Tools for Data Analysis | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590114

Tools for Data Analysis

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Basics of applied statistics • Typical stumbling blocks of statistical data analysis • Statistical concepts & basic statistical terms: population, sample, variables, frequencies • Statistical data processing: data entry, import and preparation • Descriptive statistics: data types & scales, absolute, relative and cumulative frequency distributions, position and dispersion parameters, measures of relationship between two/multiple characteristics, graphics for visual representation • Inductive statistics: parameter estimation, hypothesis tests, parametric and non-parametric significance tests in relation to location and dispersion parameters (multivariate) regression, correlation, elementary time series analysis • Graphical representation of the results • Critical interpretation of statistical results • Basic introduction to concepts/methods of AI and Machine Learning and corresponding tools Language of instruction: German / English

Industrial Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590104

Cost accounting & Controlling

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Basics of leading with figures • Subsystems of corporate accounting, in particular book keeping and cost accounting • Integrated planning & budgeting • Management accounting: – Management accounting cycle and instruments – Profitability analysis – Forecasting – KPI systems Language of instruction: German / English

Industrial Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590107

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Digital transformation and trends in ICT • Value contribution, cost factor & risks of ICT • Examples of teaching participation, specialist and methodological skills for “solution providers” in the area of ICT • Role and tasks of the CIO in companies • Information systems in companies • Trends in the area of operational information systems • Integrated standard business application software (ERP-Systems): – Overview of SAP Business Suite as an example of an ERP system: – Technical architecture – Business architecture – Modules and integration relationships overview • Process Mining: How to optimize ERP business processes • Database Management Systems (DBMS): Functionality of DBMS, Data Warehouse, Categories of DBMS. Relational data models. Applications of commercial DBMS, SQL, NoSQL, Big Data Language of instruction: German / English

Industrial Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590106

Logistic & Process Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Logistics: • Logistics Operations • Logistics Processes • Logistics Costs and Service Level • Logistics Tasks • Material Management and Demand Planning • Logistics Metrics Process Management: • Concepts and Ideas of Process Management • Identifying Core Processes and Support Processes (Process Map) • Process Discovery and Basics of Process Visualization • Measurement of Process Performance • Systematic Process Design • Application of Process Management Software Tools Language of Instruction: German / English

Industrial Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590105

Production & Quality Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Production and quality management • Plant, materials and personnel management in production • Production program planning • Production logistics • Layout planning • Scheduling • Quality assurance methods • Ensuring quality in all areas of the company • Philosophy and methods of TQM • ISO 9000:2015 • ISO/TS16949 • Toyota Production System (TPS) • Standardization of production processes • 5S concept • OEE optimization • Deriving Q concepts/models/systems from the corporate strategy • Modular Production Systems (MPS) exercises Language of instruction: German / English

Process Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590102

Advanced Process Engineering

4.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Fundamentals of process and technology evaluation o Process models o Methods and instruments o Technical criteria o Economic criteria o Energy balances in the above-mentioned industries o Consequences for the environment • in selected industries, for example o Metal and metal processing industry o Electrical engineering/electronics industry o Plastics industry o Wood industry each with links to sustainability aspects in these industries Language of instruction: German / English

Process Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590101

Process Engineering

3.00

ECTS

2.50

SWS

• Basics of chemistry • Fundamentals of different processes and technologies in process engineering (thermal, mechanical & chemical process engineering) • Processes, apparatus and plants • Flow chart • Overview of core industries in Europe and Austria • Links to sustainability aspects in the industry Language of instruction: German/English

Process Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590103

Production Technologies in Practice

3.00

ECTS

2.50

SWS

• Rapid Prototyping / Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing Processes • New technologies for processing renewable and new raw and materials • Technologies for future Zero-Emission Production • Requirements for production technologies for Industry 4.0 and Robotics • Integration with Lean Manufacturing Language of instruction: German / English

AI Applications & Automation | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590211

AI Applications & Automation

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Concepts and methods of AI and machine learning, and corresponding tools • Data preparation for AI applications • AI applications in industry, illustrated by selected examples • Classification, regression, prediction, clustering, AutoML, validation, deployment, selection, model accuracy Language of instruction: German / English

Entrepreneurship & Finance | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590205

Entrepreneurship

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Entrepreneur mindset (willingness to take risks, innovative strength, proactivity, customer view/orientation & market tests) • Success factors, methods and concepts for start-ups and in the early phases of the start-up process • Entrepreneurship as the core of an innovative corporate culture • Methods and tools for technology assessment in the fields of production, product and market analysis • Business model development • Business planning and start-up financing • Structure and content of a business plan including the relevant contexts Language of instruction: German / English

Entrepreneurship & Finance | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590203

International Management Accounting

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Internationalisation of financial reporting (IFRS, US-GAAP) • Basic principles of financial reporting in accordance with IAS/IFRS • Fair Value as an assessment tool (Identifying Fair Value – a three-stage-model, Revaluation Model, Impairment Test) • Selected aspects of realisation of proceeds (Multiple Element Arrangments, Construction Contracts (PoC)) • Major differences in analysing annual accounts reports according to IFRS and the Austrian Enterprise Code (UGB) • Management Accounting aspects of IFRS • Key aspects of international controlling (e.g. risk management, valuation of company (divisions), currencies, management of international locations/companies) Language of instruction: German / English

Entrepreneurship & Finance | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590204

Stratigic IT-Management

1.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• strategically relevant aspects and fields of action in the area of information and communication technology (ICT) • Cost and risk management in ICT with a special focus on IT-security • Management of ICT resources • Tasks of IT Enterprise Architecture Design (user level, data level, technology level) • Strategic issues of ICT in enterprises • Potential and costs of using (specific) IT systems Language of instruction: German / English

Industrial Research Project | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590209

Change Management

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

Basics of Change Management • Types of change • Lewin’s 3 phase model • Kotter’s 8 Steps Process Micro- and macroeconomic success factors • Human factor in the change process (vision, leadership, communication, participation and integration, selling ideas) • Employee behavior in the change process, change curve • Current developments and new approaches in change management. • Overview of relevant methodological approaches for sustainably successful change process support. Special change aspects for transformations towards sustainability. Language of instruction: German / Englisch

Industrial Research Project | Project Thesis (PA) | Coursecode: M240590210

Industrial Research Project

8.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Students work on practice-relevant topics in cooperation with industrial companies or on research focal points of the degree program. Over a period of around four months, they analyze a problem relevant to industry, develop a solution concept and implement measures. In addition to deepening their knowledge of the content, students learn about the aspects of customer orientation by implementing a specifically defined project task for an industrial customer or an internal client of the institute and managing the entire process from kick-off to the final presentation. Accompanying the preparation of project work Interact with customers/clients and your employees in a professional setting. Language of instruction: German / English

Law for managers | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590208

Commercial & Enviromental Law

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Basics of trade law & differentiation from other areas of law • Freedom of trade and trade regulations (GewO) • Steps and requirements for business registration • Trades requiring a licence • Sanctions and penalties • Definition, principles and sources of environmental law • Industry-relevant aspects of immission, nature conservation and waste legislation • Authorisation procedures for environmentally relevant facilities • Environmental liability for environmental damage and its definition Language of instruction: German / English

Law for managers | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590206

Contract Law

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basics of corporate law • Contractual components of different company-relevant contracts • Selected relevant aspects of civil law, such as non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, conflicting terms, defects and rectification of defects, contract manufacturer vs. subcontractor (contract law / liability law) • Relevant international agreements and legal provisions relevant to contract law, such as the European legal framework or EU regulations, the WTO and their effects on international business relationships Language of instruction: German / English

Law for managers | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590207

Labour Law

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Management-relevant aspects of labour law with special consideration of • Employment relationship • Labour law regulations • Employee Protection Act • Termination/dismissal • Labour procedural law • Working Hours Act and holiday law • Selected aspects of the Labour Constitution Act, such as collective agreements, works agreements, works council Language of instruction: German / English

Strategic Management & CSR | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590202

Advanced Strategic Management

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basics of strategic management – strategic analysis, developing strategies, implementing strategies and strategic control (theory) • Strategic analysis and developing strategies (case studies) • Strategic links to sustainability aspects in strategic management Language of instruction: German / English

Strategic Management & CSR | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590201

Corporate Responsibility & ESG

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Social responsibility and basic principles of sustainable management • Corporate social responsibility as a relevant dimension of value-oriented corporate management • Sustainability strategies and their impact on traditional strategic management • In-depth study of approaches and methods of sustainable management at company and product level (e.g. environmental management systems, ESG, GHG protocol, life cycle assessment, eco-design) Language of instruction: German / English

AI & Big Data | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590310

Advanced & Generative AI

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Various methods for AI and machine learning • Methods for data capture, manipulation, and cleaning • Recognizing patterns in time series • Predicting time series of hierarchical sizes such as sales • Complex image analyses for industrial use Language of instruction: German / English

AI & Big Data | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590309

Big Data Analysis

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Technical capture and substantive analysis of sensor and production data • Application of data mining in manufacturing companies • Detection of data patterns using data mining to generate manufacturing strategies • Analysis of data from prototypes and production Language of instruction: German / English

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590306

Future of Work

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Examination of the changes in the world of work resulting from digitalization and Industry 5.0 • Use and sustainably successful handling of assistance technologies such as XR (extended reality) and exoskeletons • Analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence on industrial workplaces • Exploring new working time and work location models made possible by digital transformation • Adapting the organization, employees and managers to the new requirements of the digitalized world of work • Preparing students to understand and successfully shape the challenges and opportunities of the future world of work Language of instruction: German / English

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590303

Industrial Service Engineering

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Definition of services, service design and engineering, process models • Tangible goods versus services and hybrid bundles • Methods and instruments (e.g. Service Blueprinting, Service Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Capstone Model according to Karni, Requirements Analysis, Conjoint Analysis, Quality Function Deployment, Process Modeling, Training (Training), Target Costing, Process Cost Accounting, Pricing, Creativity Techniques, Maturity Model of Customer Orientation, Kano Model, Market Analysis) • Working conditions in the service • Project and development organization of services • Integration of digital technologies into the service area to improve service offerings • Development of effective service concepts that increase customer value and contribute to the company’s added value Language of instruction: German

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590304

Production Controlling

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Correlation of production with other directly and indirectly related divisions of a business • Significance, tasks and instruments of management accounting in production • Connection between controlling and optimisation tasks in production • Production and productivity KPIs • Methods and instruments in production controlling (e.g: Cost unit accounting as an essential instrument in production controlling, time-driven activity-based costing, investment appraisal from the perspective of production) • Sustainability controlling for production • Energy controlling from an efficiency and sustainability perspective Language of instruction: German / English

Smart Production & Prototyping | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240590308

Seminar in Smart Production & Prototyping

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

In this seminar, current developments and research results will be presented. The following topics will be covered as examples: • Use of intelligent robots (collaborative robots) • Application of autonomous systems (autonomous machining) • Creation of prototypes • Establishment of IIoT Connectivity to the cloud and data analysis Language of instruction: German / English

Smart Production & Prototyping | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590307

Smart Production & Prototyping

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

In the Smart Production Lab, a large number of case studies on the topic of “Smart Production and Prototyping” are available for teaching purposes: • Modular Production System (MPS) incl. RFID connection to the ERP system • Vertical IT integration (ERP systems, MES and shop-floor integration) for end-to-end IT support in an assembly process • Simulation environment for “bridging the gap” from technology to profitability in order to make the effects of automation in production visible and easier to understand (downtimes and stoppages, profit and loss account) • Internet of Things (IoT) starter kits for setting up and programming applications for industry-relevant tasks such as condition-based monitoring Language of instruction: German / English

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590301

Digital Production

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• The challenges of production planning • Concepts and applications of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in detailed planning • Differences in the way of working ( ERP vs. MES) • Selection and implementation of MES • MES use in practice • Modern production in the age of digitisation • Vertical IT integration / MES in the automation pyramid • Cost and benefit considerations when using MES Language of instruction: German / English

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590302

Simulation & Digital Twin

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Applications and benefits of additive manufacturing • Limitations of Smart Production using examples • Integration of Lean business processes for Smart Production in a company • Fundamentals of simulation technology, the concept of Digital Twins, and their application in various industries • Case studies on the successful implementation of simulation and Digital Twins in the industry • Evaluation of own simulation models and Digital Twins for selected applications The language of instruction is German/English.

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590305

Sustainable Production

2.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Principles of sustainability in production, including ecological, economic and social aspects • Sustainable design and use of products • Techniques for reducing waste and pollution in production processes • Strategies for resource conservation and energy efficiency • Life cycle analysis of products to assess their environmental impact over the entire life cycle • Sustainable production and operational management systems • Legal framework and standards for sustainable production • Case studies on the implementation of sustainable practices in various industries Language of instruction: German / English

Digital Supply Chain and Transformation Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590319

Digital Supply Chain

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Procurement and supplier management processes • Deriving requirements for ICT • Target dimensions and potential in procurement computing/supplier relationship management • Specific functionalities/processes of ERP systems • Advanced functionalities/process scenarios and economic analysis of SRM systems • Integration of ERP systems with internet-based portals (SRM systems) • Sales processes: Interactions with the customer • ICT potential in sales computing • Specific sales-relevant functionalities, processes of ERP systems • Integration of the sales area into other company areas (IT aspects) • Structure/functionalities of CRM systems • Potential of CRM systems for sales and after-sales processes or the service area • Advanced supply chain analytics solutions • Advanced Planning Systems • Forecasting Language of instruction: German / English

Digital Supply Chain and Transformation Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590318

Transformation Management

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

The students train their skills in analysing scenarios, devising alternative strategies and decisions and have to present this both orally and in writing. Knowledge transfer is by means of case studies, which may be presented by experienced guest lecturers. The students develop specific approaches to finding a solution with respect to the challenges one can expect in an international business environment. Cases include: • Strategic Purchasing and Procurement in international business • Smart Supply Chain Processes by using modern technologies • Competitive Sales: Implementing Supply Chain Technologies for creating new business models for traditional industries • Advanced Transformation Methods in International Supply Chains (z.B. Transformation Map, Sense of Urgency, Stakeholder Analyse) • Sustainability in the supply chain Language of Instruction: German / English

Sales & Procurement Excellence | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590312

Procurement Excellence & Supplier Management

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Goals and trends in purchasing and supplier management • Core tasks and central target dimensions in purchasing Deriving procurement strategies • Material group management (e.g. MG keys such as eClass, UNSPSC) Supplier management • Supplier scouting & assessment • Supplier qualification and onboarding • Supplier evaluation and development • Phasing out suppliers • Conducting negotiations Organizational aspects of purchasing management • Centralized/decentralized purchasing • Lead buyer concept • Core competencies of a buyer • Maturity level management in purchasing • Case study “HiTech” Language of instruction: German / English

Sales & Procurement Excellence | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590311

Sales Excellence & CRM

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Concepts and approaches of customer-centred corporate management • Sales structures and processes • Importance and organisation of CRM in (internationally oriented) industrial companies • Lead management • Tasks of CRM • Key account management • Components of a CRM system • Implementation of a CRM system Language of instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Engineering and Intralogistics | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240590313

Seminar in Supply Chain Engineering

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Current topics in the field of supply chain, sales and procurement, which are not explicitly on the curriculum. The lecture is a scientific specialisation of content from previous courses. Topics include: • Strategic Supply Chain Management and Mapping of Business Models (Supply Chain Operations Reference Model and Value Stream Mapping) • Route Planning and Transport Optimization • Smart Logistics Technologies and their implications on processes and business results. • New Business models in the Supply Chain applying Internet of things • Digital Procurement • Business Analytics in Supply Chains • Customs and foreign trade Language of Instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Engineering and Intralogistics | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590314

Smart Intralogistics

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Automated Guided Vehicles • Autonomous Mobile Robots • Augmented Reality and Wearables • Tracking and Tracing • Warehouse and order picking • Material flow optimisation with simulation Language of instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590316

Supply Chain Controlling

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Contribution of procurement to success • Measurement of purchasing performance & success • Importance of procurement & supply chain controlling • Strategic vs. operational procurement & supply chain controlling • Organisation of procurement & supply chain controlling in the company • Objectives, tasks, methods & instruments of procurement controlling • Selected instruments (in-depth): Total cost of ownership, working capital management, key figures & systems, target costing, degree of rigour models, balanced scorecard in sales • Recommendations for action for procurement controlling • Strategic vs. operational and internationally orientated (export) sales controlling • Structures, concepts, instruments o Sales cost accounting o CRM/customer controlling o Key sales figures o International controlling: own sales vs. sales partners o Role of the controller in international sales Language of instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240590315

Supply Chain Simulation

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Conducting a simulated company game (currently TOPSIM Logistics) with several groups of students, who act as companies competing against each other on the market. • The focal points of the simulation game are in the fields of logistics, purchasing, sales and production planning, as well as the impact on corporate success – especcially business parameters. • The students gain the following learning effects from the simulation game: • Controlling the key functions of a virtual enterprise • Making decisions involving risk and uncertainty • Team and management communicatio Language of Instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590317

Sustainable SCM & Resilience

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Supply chain resilience concepts • Risk management in the supply chain • Resilience capability vs. resilience costs • Sustainable supply chain management • Green supply chain management • Green logistics and decarbonisation • Social compliance in supply chain management • Waste reduction in packaging • Relevant regulations in the global supply chain Language of instruction: German / English

Digital Supply Chain and Transformation Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590319

Digital Supply Chain

5.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Procurement and supplier management processes • Deriving requirements for ICT • Target dimensions and potential in procurement computing/supplier relationship management • Specific functionalities/processes of ERP systems • Advanced functionalities/process scenarios and economic analysis of SRM systems • Integration of ERP systems with internet-based portals (SRM systems) • Sales processes: Interactions with the customer • ICT potential in sales computing • Specific sales-relevant functionalities, processes of ERP systems • Integration of the sales area into other company areas (IT aspects) • Structure/functionalities of CRM systems • Potential of CRM systems for sales and after-sales processes or the service area • Advanced supply chain analytics solutions • Advanced Planning Systems • Forecasting Language of instruction: German / English

Digital Supply Chain and Transformation Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590318

Transformation Management

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

The students train their skills in analysing scenarios, devising alternative strategies and decisions and have to present this both orally and in writing. Knowledge transfer is by means of case studies, which may be presented by experienced guest lecturers. The students develop specific approaches to finding a solution with respect to the challenges one can expect in an international business environment. Cases include: • Strategic Purchasing and Procurement in international business • Smart Supply Chain Processes by using modern technologies • Competitive Sales: Implementing Supply Chain Technologies for creating new business models for traditional industries • Advanced Transformation Methods in International Supply Chains (z.B. Transformation Map, Sense of Urgency, Stakeholder Analyse) • Sustainability in the supply chain Language of Instruction: German / English

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590306

Future of Work

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Examination of the changes in the world of work resulting from digitalization and Industry 5.0 • Use and sustainably successful handling of assistance technologies such as XR (extended reality) and exoskeletons • Analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence on industrial workplaces • Exploring new working time and work location models made possible by digital transformation • Adapting the organization, employees and managers to the new requirements of the digitalized world of work • Preparing students to understand and successfully shape the challenges and opportunities of the future world of work Language of instruction: German / English

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590303

Industrial Service Engineering

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Definition of services, service design and engineering, process models • Tangible goods versus services and hybrid bundles • Methods and instruments (e.g. Service Blueprinting, Service Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Capstone Model according to Karni, Requirements Analysis, Conjoint Analysis, Quality Function Deployment, Process Modeling, Training (Training), Target Costing, Process Cost Accounting, Pricing, Creativity Techniques, Maturity Model of Customer Orientation, Kano Model, Market Analysis) • Working conditions in the service • Project and development organization of services • Integration of digital technologies into the service area to improve service offerings • Development of effective service concepts that increase customer value and contribute to the company’s added value Language of instruction: German

Innovative Production Methods | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590304

Production Controlling

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Correlation of production with other directly and indirectly related divisions of a business • Significance, tasks and instruments of management accounting in production • Connection between controlling and optimisation tasks in production • Production and productivity KPIs • Methods and instruments in production controlling (e.g: Cost unit accounting as an essential instrument in production controlling, time-driven activity-based costing, investment appraisal from the perspective of production) • Sustainability controlling for production • Energy controlling from an efficiency and sustainability perspective Language of instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590316

Supply Chain Controlling

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Contribution of procurement to success • Measurement of purchasing performance & success • Importance of procurement & supply chain controlling • Strategic vs. operational procurement & supply chain controlling • Organisation of procurement & supply chain controlling in the company • Objectives, tasks, methods & instruments of procurement controlling • Selected instruments (in-depth): Total cost of ownership, working capital management, key figures & systems, target costing, degree of rigour models, balanced scorecard in sales • Recommendations for action for procurement controlling • Strategic vs. operational and internationally orientated (export) sales controlling • Structures, concepts, instruments o Sales cost accounting o CRM/customer controlling o Key sales figures o International controlling: own sales vs. sales partners o Role of the controller in international sales Language of instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240590315

Supply Chain Simulation

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Conducting a simulated company game (currently TOPSIM Logistics) with several groups of students, who act as companies competing against each other on the market. • The focal points of the simulation game are in the fields of logistics, purchasing, sales and production planning, as well as the impact on corporate success – especcially business parameters. • The students gain the following learning effects from the simulation game: • Controlling the key functions of a virtual enterprise • Making decisions involving risk and uncertainty • Team and management communicatio Language of Instruction: German / English

Supply Chain Simulation and Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590317

Sustainable SCM & Resilience

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Supply chain resilience concepts • Risk management in the supply chain • Resilience capability vs. resilience costs • Sustainable supply chain management • Green supply chain management • Green logistics and decarbonisation • Social compliance in supply chain management • Waste reduction in packaging • Relevant regulations in the global supply chain Language of instruction: German / English

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590301

Digital Production

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• The challenges of production planning • Concepts and applications of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in detailed planning • Differences in the way of working ( ERP vs. MES) • Selection and implementation of MES • MES use in practice • Modern production in the age of digitisation • Vertical IT integration / MES in the automation pyramid • Cost and benefit considerations when using MES Language of instruction: German / English

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590302

Simulation & Digital Twin

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Applications and benefits of additive manufacturing • Limitations of Smart Production using examples • Integration of Lean business processes for Smart Production in a company • Fundamentals of simulation technology, the concept of Digital Twins, and their application in various industries • Case studies on the successful implementation of simulation and Digital Twins in the industry • Evaluation of own simulation models and Digital Twins for selected applications The language of instruction is German/English.

Sustainable & Digital Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590305

Sustainable Production

2.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Principles of sustainability in production, including ecological, economic and social aspects • Sustainable design and use of products • Techniques for reducing waste and pollution in production processes • Strategies for resource conservation and energy efficiency • Life cycle analysis of products to assess their environmental impact over the entire life cycle • Sustainable production and operational management systems • Legal framework and standards for sustainable production • Case studies on the implementation of sustainable practices in various industries Language of instruction: German / English

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590401

Global Economics

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basic principles of macro economics • International economic development • International monetary policy • Monetary policy and the European Currency Union Language of instruction: German / English

Masterthesis | Modul/Final Examination (FA) | Coursecode: M240590403

Diploma Eximination

2.00

ECTS

0.00

SWS

• Presentation and defence of the Master Thesis • Examination discussion on contents relevant to the curriculum Language of instruction: German / English

Masterthesis | Master's Thesis (MA) | Coursecode: M240590404

Master Thesis

19.00

ECTS

0.50

SWS

• Analysis of the assignment • Devising and developing new, theoretical principles; assessment of different alternative solutions, also based on contemporarily incomplete research. • Independetly developing a solution to the problem • Completing a final, scientific paper in the form of a Master’s thesis. Language of instruction: German / English

Masterthesis | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: M240590402

Seminar Masterthesis

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

The diploma students should be supported in the preparation of their scientific work through courses similar to private seminars. Open questions can be clarified not only through 1:1 information, but also by presenting the problems to the group and answering them for everyone. The presentation of sub-chapters of the work completed up to that point, which must be presented at a scientific level, helps students to discuss open content-related questions in the group. Language of instruction: German / English

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590405

Circular Economy (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Principles of the circular economy (closed-loop, systems thinking) • Sustainable material management and resource efficiency • Business models for the circular economy (PaaS, sharing, reuse, recycling, etc.) • Fundamentals of product, production, after-sales and end-of-life management • Basic concepts and principles of product lifecycle management (PLM) • Analysis and processing of information generated during the product lifecycle • Discontinuation, phase-out management and obsolescence • Models and methods for organizing and managing product data and for managing engineering processes • IT systems in the area of PLM • Case studies and practical applications Language of instruction: English/German

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590411

Compulsory elective subject in the department (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

It is possible to select a subject from all study programmes within the Department of Management at FH JOANNEUM (pending approval). Lectures in Master’s programmes at other departments/universities require pre-approval from the Head of the Study Programme. The lecture must comprise 3 ECTS.

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590409

Global Operations & Services (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Topics from real cases in production and supply chain will be discussed in this lecture. The following cases will be covered based on examples: • Generating greater flexibility in works organisations and processes • Standardising production methods • Selecting a global business location from a supply chain perspective • Principles of success in industrial management • Group dynamic processes in decision-making Language of instruction: German / English

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590407

Innovation (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Methods for identifying and analysing the need for and potential of innovations in manufacturing companies • Creativity techniques for generating innovations • Position and significance of technology strategies in the context of strategic management • Methods and instruments for technology assessment in the fields of production, product and market analysis Language of instruction: German / English

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590410

Intercultural Management & Communication (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Definition and elements of culture • Taxonomies of cultural patterns • Cultural intelligence, cultural relativism and cultural bias • Culture and communication • Corporate culture • The role of language in intercultural business communication and verbal communication styles • Non-verbal language in intercultural business communication • International business in selected countries/regions • International Management & Strategies • Intercultural Negotiation Language of instruction: German / English

Global Economics & Management | Project Thesis (PA) | Coursecode: M240590408

International Project (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Processing of relevant tasks within the framework of international projects/blended intensive programmes (BIP) • Project management: planning, implementation and evaluation of international projects, including time management, resource allocation and team leadership • Intercultural communication: understanding and applying communication strategies in an international context and cultural sensitivity • Investigating global issues such as sustainability, digitalisation, technology, social justice and international business • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: working with team members from different disciplines and cultures to tackle complex problems. • Research methods: Apply methods for collecting, analysing and interpreting data in an international context • Investigating cultural and social aspects of different countries Language of instruction: English

Global Economics & Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: M240590406

Negotiations (W)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Interests, divergent views and tension in a negotiation • Self- and external motivation • Preparation for a negotiation as a key element • Psychology of negotiations and fair play • Different negotiating tactics (win-win vs. confrontation) • Expression and effect of body language • Leading negotiations • Recognising unfair negotiating tactics • Negotiating options instead of sticking to principles • Leading negotiations from a strong/weak position Language of instruction: English

Leadership Competences | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590106

Change Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture • Basics of Change Management • Types of change • 3 phase model by Lewin • Kotter’s 8-Step-Process Success factors • Human factor in the change process (vision, leadership, communication, participation und integration, selling ideas). • Success factors, Kotter’s 8-Step-Process • Employee behaviour in the change process, change curve • Triggers and obstacles for change management Case Studies • Implementing the learned skills based on case studies Language of instruction: German/English

Leadership Competences | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590105

Social Competences & Conflict Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture • Intrapersonal Competences o Individual Psychology o Self-concept/ self-esteem o Topic-centred interaction o Riemman’s model • Interpersonal Competences: o Social Thinking /Attributions theory o Social Influence /Conformity o Social Relations / Relationships • Social Competencies and new media • Non-violent Communication • Different types of conflicts • Appearance and conflict analysis • Conflict diagnosis and conflict progression • Levels of conflict escalation in directions Language of instruction: German/English

Lean Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590104

Factory Panning & Lean Production

4.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Layout panning • Lean management • Planning systems of target planning • Pre- and rough planning • Ideal and real layout planning Analysis of sources of loss and optimisation • Lead times • Transport • Stock • Material flow • Waiting times • Overproduction • Process methods • Rejects and rework Knowledge of tools and concepts such as: • Kaizen • Kanban •Poka Yoke • 5S • Heijunka

Lean Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590103

Quality & Risk Management

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: Advanced methods of quality management • EFQM • Six Sigma • Quality management in the value chain (QM value stream analysis) • Quality management at delivery and despatch • traditional QM methods • Norms (ISO 9001, TS 16949 etc.) Language of instruction: German/English

Operations Analytics | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590107

Operations Analytics & Simulation

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Illustration and application of real decision making problems or simulation model • Development of an algorithm to solve the problem • mathematical optimisation • Optimisation of transport and loading • Graph theory and critical path analysis (optimising routes, spanning trees, Simplex applied to graph theory, CPM, MPM, PERT) • Queuing theory and simulation • Qualitative and quantitative forecasting systems • IT systems to solve complex optimisation issues • Predictive Analytics

Supply Chain Engineering I | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590101

International Marketing & Market Research

2.50

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Importance and positioning of international and strategic marketing within an enterprise. • Methods, instruments and channels of international marketing management. • Significance of sales in marketing management • Strategies geared towards the market, competitors, dealers, suppliers and buyers, with a backdrop of doing international business. • International, global and multinational marketing strategies. • Market entry strategies. • Applying marketing instruments during the entire product and market life cycle. • Tools and methods of market research. • Case studies of successful and unsuccessful (international) marketing concepts from industry. Language of instruction: German/English

Supply Chain Engineering I | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590102

Purchasing and Supplier Management

4.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

Goals and trends in Purchasing and Supplier Management • Meta-study on purchasing trends • Core tasks and central goals in purchasing Derive purchasing strategies • Material group management (e.g. MG classifications such as eClass, UNSPSC). • Building the connection between corporate and purchasing strategies. • Tech portfolio in purchasing • ABC/XYZ analysis Supplier Management • Supplier scouting and assessment • Supplier qualifications and “onboarding” • Supplier evaluation and development • Phasing out suppliers • Leading negotiations Organisational aspects in procurement management • Centralised/decentralised purchasing • Lead buyer concept • Core competence of a purchaser Special topics in procurement management & case study such as • Degree of maturity management in purchasing and • Case Study “Hi Tech”

Industrial Management & Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590114

Applied IT & Information Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Digital transformation and trends in ICT • Added value of ICT, ICT as a cost factor, risks of ICT • Examples of communicating co-determination, professional expertise and analysis of methods for “solutions providers” in the field of ICT. • Roles and tasks of a CIO in a company • Corporate information systems • Trends in the field of corporate information systems • Trends in integrated business standard application software (enterprise resource planning systems): – overview of SAP Business Suite as an example of an ERP system – technical architecture – business architecture – overview of module and integration relations.

Industrial Management & Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590111

Cost accounting and Management Accounting (Controlling)

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Basics of leading with figures • Subsystems of corporate accounting, in particular book keeping and cost accounting • Integrated planning & budgeting • Management accounting: – Management accounting cycle and instruments – Profitability analysis – Forecasting – KPI systems

Industrial Management & Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590113

Logistics and Process Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Logistics: • Logistics operations • Logistical process chains • Logistics costs and extent of service • Logistical tasks • Materials planning and planning production requirements • Logistical key performance indicators Process Management: • Concepts and ideas of process management • Identifying core and support processes • Identifying and visualising processes • Measuring process performance • Systematic process design • Dealing with and applying process management software tools

Industrial Management & Engineering | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590112

Production & Quality Management

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Plants, materials and Human Resources in Production • Product development and design • Production programme planning • Production Logistics • Layout planning • Rollout planning • Methods of quality assurance • Ensuring quality in all areas of a company • Philosophy and methods of TQM • ISO 9000:2015 • ISO/TS16949 • Toyota Production System (TPS) • Standardised production processes • 5S-Concept • Link to strategic management • Deriving Q-Concepts/models/systems from corporate strategy

Production Technologies and Optimisation | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590110

Advanced Production Technologies

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Rapid prototyping/basic principles of additive manufacturing processes • Laser processing • Introduction to microsystems technology and nanotechnology • New technologies for processing renewables, raw materials and new materials • Technological trends in pharmaceutical production technology • Technology trends in food production • Technology for future zero-emissions manufacturing • Challenges facing production engineering for Smart Manufacturing (“Industry 4.0”) • Integration with lean manufacturing

Production Technologies and Optimisation | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590108

Process Engineering

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Basic principles of Chemistry • Basic principles of various differet processes and technologies in process engineering • Processes, apparatus and plants • Flow charts

Production Technologies and Optimisation | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590109

Process and Technological Assessment

5.00

ECTS

4.00

SWS

• Basic principles of assessing processes and technologies o procecure models o methods and instruments o technical criteria o business criteria o energy balance in the aforementioned industrial sectors o environmental consequences in selected industries, for example: o metal industry o metal processing industry o electronics industry o polymer industry o pharmaceutical industry o timber industry

International Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590207

Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Success factors, methods and concepts for a start-up and the early phases of founding a company. • Entrepreneurs as drivers of innovation and the ideal innovation process. • Entrepreneurship as the core of innovation friendly corporate culture • Methods for identifying and analysing needs and potential for innovation in manufacturing companies • Tools for creativity to help generate innovation • Position and value of technological strategies within the framework of strategic management. • Methods and tools for assessing technologies in the analytical fields of production, product and market. Language of instruction: English/German

International Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590206

International Management Accounting

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Internationalisation of financial reporting (IFRS, US-GAAP) • Basic principles of financial reporting in accordance with IAS/IFRS – General rules and principles – Sections of an annual report • Fair Value as an assessment tool – Identifying Fair Value – a three-stage-model – Revaluation Model – Impairment Test • Selected aspects of realisation of proceeds – Multiple Element Arrangments – Construction Contracts (PoC) • Major differences in analysing annual accounts reports according to IFRS and the Austrian Enterprise Code (UGB) • Management Accounting aspects of IFRS

Law for Executives | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: 170590205

Law for Executives

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Legal matters relevant to corporate executives with special attention paid to • Labour law o Employment contract o Labour legislation codes o Employee Protection Act o Termination/Dismissal o Procedural Labour Code o Working Hours Act und the right to paid leave • Selected aspects of the Constitutional Labour Act, for instance collective labour agreements, works agreements, works council. Language of instruction: English/German

Law for Executives | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590204

Law for Production & Procurement, Sales

3.00

ECTS

3.00

SWS

• Basic principles of trade law and related legal fields concerning purchasing. • Selected and relevant aspects of civil law, for example confidentiality agreements, Letters of Intent, conflicting terms, deficiencies and corrective action, contract manufacturers vs. sub-contractors (service contract law/liability law). • Relevant international treaties and legal regulations such as European Law or EU regulations; the WTO and its effects on international trade relations; civil and criminal product liability. • Immaterial goods rights (samples, patents, licences) with particular attention to aspects of patent law when contracting a supplier. • Insolvency law, in particular bankruptcy or a supplier – procedures and effects. • Basic principles of Operating Premises Law (incl. parts of commercial law) and environmental protection law. • Basic principles of Internet Law Language of instruction: English/German

Research & Project | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590208

Advanced Project Management

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Project Management • Project content and time management • Project assignment • Project environment and risk analysis • Structural project planning • Planning project milestones • Project roles • Project controlling Project controlling • Project KPIs • Earned-Value-Analysis • Milestone trend analysis • Finalization planning and documentation Project communication

Research & Project | Project Thesis (PA) | Coursecode: 170590210

Industrial Research Project

11.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Students work on practically relevant topics in cooperation with industrial companies, or on dedicated research topics of the study programme. Research is conducted for a period of around four months on a problem pertaining to industrial management. A solution is then presented and the measures implemented. Besides deepening their knowledge and skills, students learn aspects of customer awareness by implementing a pre-defined project assignment for either an industrial client or an internal client from the institute. The students have to control the entire process from the kick-off to the final presentation. Accompanying the project report. Interacting with their staff and clients in a professional project setting.

Research & Project | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: 170590209

Tools for Scientific Work & Research

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Based on the previous knowledge students gained in scientific work (lectures in the Bachelor’s programme, writing term papers and a Bachelor’s thesis), students will gain a greater insight into scientific work and research. The focus lies on the following aspects: • Preparation: choosing a topic and planning a comprehensive piece of scientific work (research projects and diploma theses) • Discussing methods • Professional approach to literature and hermeneutic processes • Conducting and evaluating studies • Quantitative and qualitative analysis, especially developing questionnaires, data analysis and evaluation, documentation • Critical appraisal • Scientific argumentation (incl. theories, hypotheses, verifications and falsifications)

Stratetic Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590201

Advanced Strategic Management

3.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basics of strategic management – strategic analysis, developing strategies, implementing strategies and strategic control (theory) • Strategic analysis and developing strategies (case studies) • Strategic fields of activity in corporate functional areas – selected functional strategies: o Procurement o Production o Sales Language of instruction: English

Stratetic Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590203

CSR (Sustainable Development)

2.50

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Social responsibility and basic principles of sustainable management • Corporate Social Responsibility as relevant dimensions of value-oriented corporate leadership • Sustainability strategies and their effects on classical strategic management • Advancement of partial aspects of sustainable management, for example impact analyses of sustainability drives. Language of instruction: English/German

Stratetic Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590202

Strategic IT-Management

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Effect of the “tool” ICT • Value-oriented ICT management • Cost and risk management in ICT with a special focus on IT-security • Tasks of IT Enterprise Architecture Design (user level, data level, technology level) • Strategic issues of ICT in enterprises Language of instruction: English

Leadership in Smart Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590311

Intercultural Communication in Production

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Elements of Culture • Taxonomies of Cultural Patterns • Cultural Intelligence. Cultural Relativism & Cultural Bias • Culture and Communication • Corporate Culture and Production • The Role of Language in Intercultural Business Communication and Verbal Communication Styles • Nonverbal Language in Intercultural Business Communication Language of instruction: English

Leadership in Smart Production | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590310

Leadership & Human Resource Management in Production

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: Developing and Implementing Strategic Human Resources Plans in advanced manufacturing; The impact of ICT on Work; The evolving relationship between humans and machines; Staffing the Manufacturing Organization; Smart procress manufacturing and its implications in HRM; Compensation and Benefits; Retention and Motivation in a highly digitalized environment; Performance Management and Appraisal; Managing Employee Relations; International Human Resources Management; Concepts and theories of Leadership; Role, Skills and Styles; Leadership and Organizational Change. The leader in a virtual a digital environment; Leadership in intercultural context Language of instruction: English

Planning & Production Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590305

Business Planning in Production

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Significance of business plans – from founding a company to company assessment within the context of mergers & acquisitions • Preparation, concept and design of professional business plans • Controlling of business ideas and investment with business plans • Financial planning and engineering of major projects, with special respect towards challenges in an international environment, such as: o Risk in international business o tax and legal issues o ensuring currency stability o issues regarding customs and transport logistics (INCOTERMS) o Guarantees o Case studies with a special focus on manufacturing Language of instruction: English

Planning & Production Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590303

Management Accounting in Production

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Correlation of production with other directly and indirectly related divisions of a business • Significance, tasks and instruments of management accounting in production • Optimisation tasks in production • Production and productivity KPIs • Cost-carrier accounting as a key instrument in management accounting in production • Time-driven activity-based costing • Methods of investment calculation from the perspective of production

Planning & Production Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590304

Production Data Analysis & Big Data

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Data analysis in production • Technical compilation and analysis of production data • Using data mining in manufacturing companies • Recognising data patterns with the help of data mining, to generate manufacturing strategies • Analysis of production data generated by means of plant simulation Language of instruction: English

Service Engineering & Production Lab | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590308

Industrial Service Engineering

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Levels of “strategy/business model”, “organisation & processes”, as well as the possibilities of ICT are illustrated and elaborated. In particular: • Definitions of service, service design and engineering, process models • Material goods versus services and hybrid packages • Methods and instruments such as: Service Blueprinting, Service Error and Impact Analysis, Capstone Model according to Karni, Requirements Analysis, Conjoint Analysis, Quality Function Deployment, Process Modelling, Training, Target Costing, Process Cost Accounting, Pricing, Creative Thinking, Degree of Maturity Model for Customer Orientation, Kano Model, Market Analysis • Working conditions in providing services • Project and organisational structure of services

Service Engineering & Production Lab | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590309

Lab Advanced Production

5.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: A wide range of case studies in the field of Smart Production are available in the 4-Factory Lab: • Modular Production System (MPS), incl. RFID connection with the ERP system • Vertical IT-integration (ERP, MES and Shop-Floor Integration systems) for complete IT-suport of a fitting process • Simulated environment to bridge the gap between technology and profitability; to make the impact of automation in production visible and more understandable (i.e. down times, profit & loss accounts) • Internet of Things (IoT) starter kits to build and programme applications for industrially relevant assignments such as condition-based monitoring Language of instruction: English

Smart Production I | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590302

IT in Production

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Problems that occur in production planning • Concepts and application fields for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in fine-tuning and planning • Concepts and application fields for Advanced Planning Systems (APS) • Differences between ERP/MES/APS systems • Selection/Implementation of MES • Use of simulation software to illustrate simple production processes • MES applications in practice • Holistic case study of production optimization

Smart Production I | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590301

Smart Manufacturing & Simulation

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Applying additive manufacturing processes (3D printing, laser sintering…) • Tooling machines (leaser technology, micro-swaging, precision cutting) • Finding potential for implementing new technologies • Machine data entry, business data entry, incl. protocols • Link-up with information systems/Control-Measurment technology (in-process measurement) • Concepts for linking with Service Engineering • Autonomous machines, which self-correct processes • Simulation of use-cases (layout planning, analysing sources of optimization and loss).

Smart Production II | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590307

Case Studies Global Operations & Services

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: Topics from real cases in production and supply chain will be discussed in this lecture. The following cases will be covered based on examples: • Generating greater flexibility in works organisations and processes • Standardising production methods • Change Management (from a centralised to a de-centralised form of organisation) • Selecting a global business location from a supply chain perspective Language of instruction: English

Smart Production II | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590306

Special Topics in Smart Production (Industry 4.0)

4.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Current developments in industry feature in this lecture. The following topics will be discussed based on examples: • implementing collaborative robots • applying autonomous machining • fully automated warehouse • MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) Technology

Leadership in Supply Chain | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590322

Intercultural Communication in Supply Chain

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Contents of lecture: • Elements of Culture • Taxonomies of Cultural Patterns • Cultural Intelligence. Cultural Relativism & Cultural Bias • Culture and Communication • Corporate Culture and Services • The Role of Language in Intercultural Business Communication and Verbal Communication Styles • Nonverbal Language in Intercultural Business Communication Language of instruction: English

Leadership in Supply Chain | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590321

Leadership & Human Resource Management in Supply Chains

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Contents of lecture: • Developing and Implementing Strategic Human Resources Plans in the Supply Chain • Staffing the Organization • Human Resources Development • Compensation and Benefits • Retention and Motivation , considering the supply chain • Performance Management and Appraisal • Managing Employee Relations • International Human Resources Management • Concepts and theories of Leadership; Role, Skills and Styles • Leadership and Organizational Change in the total supply chain • Leadership in intercultural context Language of instruction: English

Planning & Supply Chain Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590316

Business Planning in Supply Chains

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of lecture: • Significance of business plans: from setting up an enterprise to evaluating an enterprise within the context of mergers & acquisitions • Preparing, conceptualising and devising professional business plans • Controlling business ideas and investments with business plans • Financial planning and engineering of (large) projects, with particular focus on the challenges of doing business in an international environment such as: o risk in international business o tax and legal issues o securing exchange rates o customs and transport logistics issues (INCOTERMS) o Guarantees • Case studies focussing on supply chains Language of instruction: English

Planning & Supply Chain Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590314

Management Accounting in Procurement

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Success contribution factor of procurement • Measuring pruchasing performance and success • Significance and necessity of management accounting in procurement. • Strategic vs.operative management accounting in procurement. • Organisation of management accounting in procurement within a company. • Goals, tasks, methods and instruments of management accounting in procurement. • Selected instruments (in-depth): Total Cost of Ownership, Working Capital Management, KPIs and KPI systems, Target Costing, models of degrees of implementation • Recommendations for management accounting in procurement

Planning & Supply Chain Controlling | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590315

Management Accounting in Sales

1.50

ECTS

1.00

SWS

• Strategic vs. operative management accounting in Sales • Internationally oriented management accounting in Sales (export) • Structures, concepts, instruments o Sales cost accounting o Customer Releationship Management o Sales KPIs o International controlling: internal sales division vs. sales agencx o The role of the managerial accountant in overseas sales

Supply Chain Computing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590319

IT in Procurement

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Processes of procurement and supply management: which interactions with the supplier(s) exist? • Ability to derive requirements for ICT • Dimensions of goals and potential in Procurement Comuting/Supplier Relationship Management • spezcific functionalities and processes of ERP systems • Advanced functionality and process scenarios in SRM systems • Integrating ERP systems with internet-based portals (SRM systems) • profitability analysis of SRM systems Language of instruction: English

Supply Chain Computing | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590320

IT in Sales

4.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: • Processes for “Sales”: interaction with customers • Deriving requirements for ICT • ICT potential in Sales Computing • Specific, sales-related functions and processes of ERP systems • Integrating the sales division in other parts of a company (IT aspects) • Structure and functionality or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. • Potential of CRM systems for sales and after-sales processes, and the field of services. Language of instruction: English

Supply Chain Engineering II | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: 170590318

Case Studies Technical Procurement & Technical Sales

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Content of the lecture: The students train their skills in analysing scenarios, devising alternative strategies and decisions and have to present this both orally and in writing. Knowledge transfer is by means of case studies, which may be presented by experienced guest lecturers. The students develop specific approaches to finding a solution with respect to the challenges one can expect in an international business environment. Cases include: • Strategic Purchasing and Procurement in international business • Smart Supply Chain Processes by using modern technologies • Competitive Sales: Implementing Supply Chain Technologies for creating new business models for traditional industries • Lean Management and Principles in Supply Chain Management Language of instruction: English

Supply Chain Engineering II | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590317

Special Topics in Supply Chain Engineering (Industry 4.0)

4.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Current topics in the field of supply chain, sales and procurement, which are not explicitly on the curriculum. The lecture is a scientific specialisation of content from previous courses. Topics include: • Strategic Supply Chain Management and Mapping of Business Models (Supply Chain Operations Reference Model and Value Stream Mapping). • Route Planning and Transport Optimization • Smart Logistics Technologies and their implications on processes and business results. • New Business models in the Supply Chain applying Internet of Things • Maturity Models in Purchasing

Supply Chain Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590312

Customer Relationship Management

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Contents of the lecture: • Concepts and approaches customer-centred corporate leadership • Sales processes and structures • Importance and organisation of CRM in (internationally oriented) industrial corporations. • Lead Management • CRM tasks • Key Account Management • Elements of a CRM system • Implementing a CRM system Language of instruction: English

Supply Chain Management | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: 170590313

Supply Chain Simulation

3.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

Contents of the lecture: Conducting a simulated company game (currently TOPSIM Logistics) with several groups of students, who act as companies competing against each other on the market. The focal points of the simulation game are in the fields of logistics, purchasing, sales and production planning, as well as the impact on corporate success – especcially business parameters. The students gain the following learning effects from the simulation game: • Controlling the key functions of a virtual enterprise • Making decisions involving risk and uncertainty • Team and management communication Language of instruction: English

Global Economics | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590401

Global Economics

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basic principles of macro economics • International economic development • International monetary policy • Monetary policy and the European Currency Union Language of instruction: English/German

Master Thesis | Thesis (DA) | Coursecode: 170590403

Diploma thesis/Master Thesis

23.00

ECTS

0.00

SWS

• Analysis of the assignment • Devising and developing new, theoretical principles; assessment of different alternative solutions, also based on contemporarily incomplete research. • Independetly developing a solution to the problem • Completing a final, scientific paper in the form of a Master’s thesis.

Master Thesis | Seminar (SE) | Coursecode: 170590404

Seminar Master Thesis

1.00

ECTS

1.00

SWS

The diploma candidates should be supported in their scientific work in a type of research seminar. Open questions are not only clarified by 1:1 information transfer, but by presenting the problem(s) to the group, thereby solving them for all who are present. Presenting the content and parts of chapters in a scientific manner, helps encourage debate over open, content-related questions in the group.

Product Lifecycle Management | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590402

Product Lifecycle Management

2.00

ECTS

1.50

SWS

• Basic principles of product, production, after-sales and end-of-life management • Basic principles of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) • Risks and opportunities of PLM • Analysis and processing of data, which transpire throughout the entire product lifecycle • Notice of discontinuation and management of product discontinuation • Obsolescence • Processes, models and methods of PLM which support business processes • IT systems in PLM Language of instruction: English/German

Negotiation Elective Module | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590405

Elective Module 1: Negotiations

2.00

ECTS

2.00

SWS

• Interests, divergent views and tension in a negotiation • Self- and external motivation • Preparation for a negotiation as a key element • Psychology of negotiations and fair play • Different negotiating tactics (win-win vs. confrontation) • Expression and effect of body language • Leading negotiations • Recognising unfair negotiating tactics • Negotiating options instead of sticking to principles • Leading negotiations from a strong/weak position Language of instruction: English

Negotiation Elective Module | Lecture/Practical (IL) | Coursecode: 170590406

Elective Module 2: Elective in the Department of Management

2.00

ECTS

0.00

SWS

It is possible to select a subject from all study programmes within the Department of Management at FH JOANNEUM (pending approval). Lectures in Master’s programmes at other departments/universities require pre-approval from the Head of the Study Programme. The lecture must comprise 2 ECTS.