363-1028-00L  Entrepreneurial Leadership

SemesterAutumn Semester 2016
LecturersC. P. Siegenthaler, P. Baschera, S. Brusoni, G. Grote, V. Hoffmann, G. von Krogh
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentLimited number of participants.

Students apply with motivation letter, CV and a transcript of records no later than 22.8.2016.
Earlier applications welcome. Send application to Link.
Once your application is confirmed, a registration in myStudies is possible.



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
363-1028-00 SEntrepreneurial Leadership Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers.
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
Additional classes are: plus one workshop, several interviews and two full days at corporate partner on dates to be confirmed by early September 2016.
45s hrs
28.09.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
12.10.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
19.10.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
09.11.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
23.11.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
05.12.10:15-13:00WEV H 326 »
C. P. Siegenthaler, P. Baschera, S. Brusoni, G. Grote, V. Hoffmann, G. von Krogh

Catalogue data

AbstractThis seminar provides master students at MTEC with the challenging opportunity of a real case on strategy, innovation and leadership in close collaboration with the top management of leading Swiss technology company.
ObjectiveIn your team, you will work on a specific assignment that flows from the current strategic agenda of the board. While gaining substantial insights into the structure, dynamics and challenges of the industry, you immerse into the business model and strategic landscape of the corporate partner. You visit their headquarter, conduct interviews with members of the management team as well as internal and external experts before you discuss your ideas with top executives. To secure impact, it is key that you formulate your recommendations from a deep understanding of the authentic leadership culture of the corporate partner.
ContentIn this endeavour you are coached and supported by
- Gudela Grote, Chair of Work and Organizational Psychology
- Stefano Brusoni, Chair of Technology and Innovation Management
- Claude Siegenthaler, Business School Lausanne / The St.Gallen MBA
- Georg von Krogh, Chair of Strategic Management and Innovation
- Pius Baschera, former Chair of Entrepreneurship
Prerequisites / NoticePlease apply for this course via the official website (Link) - to be opened by end of May 2016. Apply no later than August 22.
The number of participants is limited to 18.
ECTS: 4
Participants receive a certificate.

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits4 credits
ExaminersC. P. Siegenthaler, P. Baschera, S. Brusoni, G. Grote, V. Hoffmann, G. von Krogh
Typegraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.
Additional information on mode of examinationEvaluation of student performance is based on two kinds of deliverables: a 50% weight is put on the team assignment consisting of written reports and presentations. An individual score is given for the completion of a pre-structured learning diary and an active participation in class (50% weight).
As the course follows an Action Learning approach the attendance of every student is required throughout the course, i.e. attending class is a must. Absence without permission can not be accepted.

Learning materials

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Groups

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Restrictions

General : Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers
Permission from lecturers required for all students
End of registration periodRegistration only possible until 26.09.2016

Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
MAS in Management, Technology, and EconomicsElectives, 1. and 3. SemesterWInformation
Management, Technology and Economics MasterAdditional Electives CoursesWInformation