Fundamentals of scientific theory (history, truth, etc.) Critical thinking (argumentation, reasoning, reflection), logic (induction, deduction, abduction), basics risk and safety (definitions, concepts,) selected organizational theories, moral courage, fundamentals law, hierarchy of the legal system, basics of complexity

Lectures, presentation, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Statistical basics (sample and population, frequencies, qualitative and quantitative characteristics, scale levels); statistical parameters (positional and dispersion measures, distribution measures); graphical representation; basics of probability theory; discrete and continuous random variables and distribution forms (inter alia binomial, Poisson, normal distribution); Expected value; standard deviation and variance in the probability calculus; correlation and its interpretation; formulating hypotheses; significance level and normal distribution approximation; parameter estimation, confidence intervals for share values; means and variances; errors of the first and second kind; test distributions and hypothesis testing, variance analysis; significance check for correlations;

Lectures, presentations, individual and group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Process Lifecycle - designing processes: recording process in process map, developing processes (identification and delimitation / analysis of status quo process / conception of target process / realization of potential for improvement), success factors process management, accompanying changes: system, human, team, leadership, motivation, conflict, creativity methods, organizational cultures, resistance, change, organizational changes, change management

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Standard ISO 9001: 2015: Overview, Introduction, Chapters 4-5, Normative (Vision, Mission, Culture, Values, Mission Statement), Strategic (Strategy, Objectives), Operational (Processes, Projects, Measures, Strategy Map, BSC), Norm ISO 9001: 2015: Chapters 6-8, Documentation Process Management, Standard ISO 9001: 2015: Chapters 9-10, Models, Audit 9001, Assessment, Optimization QM Methods, Statistical Quality Management, Overview Integrated Management Systems, Enterprise Policy IMS, Definition Management System, Communication

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Historical development, definitions (e.g. ML, DL, ANN), generative AI, augmented intelligence, ethics and law, critical and responsible use of AI

Lectures, presentations, group tasks, self-study (e.g. using applications)

Module exam

Reflect on and strengthen reading, research, thinking and writing skills (cf. critical thinking, argumentation, logic, source criticism, writing process), citation, basics of academic writing (e.g. academic language, research question, defining and researching a research topic, writing an introduction)

Lectures, exercises, self-study, feedback, written exam

Module exam

Requirements of the professional environment, expectations of the professional environment. Understanding of roles, day-to-day work processes, rules and structures, communication channels, operational framework conditions

Business simulation
The course is designed as a practical work setting in which students can realistically test the central requirements of everyday working life. In binding work phases (onboarding and project work), they work on regular tasks with clear deadlines and receive continuous feedback on quality, diligence and professional implementation. By adhering to formal standards, structured processes and clear roles, a resilient understanding of work and responsibility is established. Overall, the format promotes the development of professional routines under conditions of commitment and pressure to be efficient.

Continuous assessment: Exam format (practical tasks)

Self-awareness and change of perspective, analysis of professional experiences, classification of situations in theoretical models, critical examination of own assumptions and actions, derivation of learning and development needs, review of routines and understanding of roles, connection of theory and practice, evaluation of decision-making processes and their effects.

Reflection is methodically supported by Tavistock-oriented work discussion: professional situations are introduced as short case vignettes, contextualized together (roles, expectations, dynamics) and evaluated in terms of their effect on actions and decisions. In addition, students use reflective journals/learning logs and structured guiding questions to systematically record experiences and make patterns visible over time. Single- and double-loop learning is used not only to evaluate actions, but also to examine and develop the underlying assumptions, rules and values. Peer feedback, collegial case consultation and sensemaking formats ensure a diversity of perspectives and promote a professional language for reflection and the transfer of learning into everyday working life.

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Concept of risk in the historical context, contents and tasks of a risk management system, methods of risk identification, - analysis and management, specifics of representation and communication of risks, perception of risk, fundamentals of decision theory, fundamentals of danger theory

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Risk management and society, individual and cooperative risk behavior, opportunities and problems in decision-making processes, presentation of probabilities, theory and practice of risk management, special risk management organization, participation in internal events and congresses, comparison of risk management between Austria and selected countries

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Fundamentals of technical and organizational systems, identification of basic sources of danger and typical weak points, analysis of elementary cause-and-effect relationships, understanding of basic propagation, impact and load mechanisms, initial assessment of possible effects on people, the environment and material assets,

Practical project

Module exam

In-depth analysis of complex technical and operational structures, investigation of complex dispersion, impact and exposure mechanisms, assessment of multi-layered effects on people, the environment, supply systems and material assets, integration of analysis results into conceptual, strategic and advisory decision-making processes.

Experiential learning / Reflection

Module exam

Properties of flammable substances, combustion processes, heat, extinguishing methods and extinguishing agents, causes and dangers of fire, structural fire protection (installation areas, escape routes, building products, etc.), technical fire protection (fire alarm system, sprinkler system, etc.), organizational fire protection (fire safety officer, etc.), laws and standards (ASchG, TRVBs, OIBs, etc.),

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Final exam: Examination format (written)

Basics of PM according to IPMA, methods for project start, methods for project coordination, methods for project marketing, methods for project controlling, methods for overcoming a project crisis, methods for project completion

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Final exam: Examination format (written)

understanding of operational procedures and process logic, orientation towards roles, responsibilities and communication channels, structured assumption and prioritization of tasks, application of basic working and organizational methods, compliance with specified standards, processes and quality specifications

The course is designed as a practice-oriented working and learning setting in which students realistically test and reflect on the central requirements of everyday professional life. In bindingly structured work phases, they continuously work on tasks with clear expectations regarding the quality of deadlines and results and receive ongoing feedback. The work is carried out according to defined processes, roles and quality standards, which builds up professional orientation and responsibility in the work context. Overall, the format supports the development of stable routines and professional action under conditions of commitment, quality standards and efficiency pressure.

Continuous assessment: Exam format (practical tasks)

Self-awareness and change of perspective, analysis of professional experiences, classification of situations in theoretical models, critical examination of own assumptions and actions, derivation of learning and development needs, review of routines and understanding of roles, connection of theory and practice, evaluation of decision-making processes and their effects.

Reflection is methodically supported by Tavistock-oriented work discussion: professional situations are introduced as short case vignettes, contextualized together (roles, expectations, dynamics) and evaluated in terms of their effect on actions and decisions. In addition, students use reflective journals/learning logs and structured guiding questions to systematically record experiences and make patterns visible over time. Single- and double-loop learning is used not only to evaluate actions, but also to examine and develop the underlying assumptions, rules and values. Peer feedback, collegial case consultation and sensemaking formats ensure a diversity of perspectives and promote a professional language for reflection and the transfer of learning into everyday working life.

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Hierarchy of legal system, overview of legislation & rough structure of the ASchG (Employee Protection Act), general obligations of employers & employees from the ASchG, employer obligations to workplaces, work equipment and materials, responsibility and liability in employee protection, occupational accident & occupational disease, AUVA & labor inspection, employee protection functions & organization, basics of workplace regulations (AStV), Basic Noise and Vibration Regulation (VOLV), Fundamentals of Explosion Protection & Regulation of Explosive Atmospheres (VEXAT), Basic Electromagnetic Fields Regulation (VEMF), Harmful Substances and Preventive Measures, Health Monitoring and Assessment of Health Hazards (VGÜ), Foundations of First Aid, Fundamentals of the Machinery Safety Ordinance (MSV 2010) Fundamental Regulation on Optical Radiation (VOPST), Fundamentals of the Electrical Protection Ordinance (ESV 2012), Fundamentals of the Work Equipment Ordinance (AM-VO), Fundamentals of Vulnerable Persons (expectant mothers, disabled people, adolescents), Fundamentals of Ergonomics, Fundamentals of Screen Ergonomics, Physical and Chemical Risks - Overview & Basics, Basic Principles of the Austrian Limit Value Ordinance (GKV), Fundamentals of the Construction Worker Protection Ordinance (BauV),

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Regulations and basics for evaluation, Evaluation Approaches & Evaluation Process, Methods and Tools for Risk Assessment, Instruction & Information Methods, Accident Pyramid & Iceberg Model, Systematic Accident Cause Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis (Accident Costs), Personal Protective Equipment, Manual Load Evaluation Method, Chemical Hazard Assessment and Derivation of Measures according to the STOP principle, assessment of hazards when driving in containers and derivation of measures, storage of hazardous substances, sensitization, assessment of building site hazards and derivation of measures, comparison of employee protection between Austria and selected countries.

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Philosophy of science and basic epistemological positions, lines of development in the history of science, research paradigms and their influence on questions and choice of methods, basics of qualitative and quantitative research logics, structure and phases of the research process from problem formulation to securing results, planning, conception and operationalization of empirical studies, selection of suitable survey and evaluation methods, quality criteria of scientific research, documentation,

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Continuous assessment: Examination format (written)

Basics of organizational design, central approaches of organizational theory in discourse, basics of management, analysis of formal and informal structures, understanding of organizational structure and process organization, role and responsibility models, interactions between organization, leadership and culture, consideration of typical areas of tension in organizations (e.g. stability vs. flexibility, centralization vs. decentralization), integration of basic organizational principles in operational contexts and change processes.

Lectures, presentations, group tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Final exam: Examination format (written)

Application of mediated basics of employee protection within a specific project. 

The course is designed as a practice-oriented working and learning setting in which students realistically test and reflect on the central requirements of everyday professional life. In bindingly structured work phases, they continuously work on tasks with clear expectations regarding the quality of deadlines and results and receive ongoing feedback. The work is carried out according to defined processes, roles and quality standards, which builds up professional orientation and responsibility in the work context. Overall, the format supports the development of stable routines and professional action under conditions of commitment, quality standards and efficiency pressure.

Continuous assessment: Exam format (practical tasks)

Self-awareness and change of perspective, analysis of professional experiences, classification of situations in theoretical models, critical examination of own assumptions and actions, derivation of learning and development needs, review of routines and understanding of roles, connection of theory and practice, evaluation of decision-making processes and their effects.

Reflection / Coaching

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Basics of security and business continuity management, key terms, objectives and areas of application, basic structures and processes of organizational security and continuity, identification of typical threats and disruptions, analysis of elementary vulnerabilities and dependencies, basics of risk and impact analysis, understanding of basic protection, prevention and continuity principles, initial derivation of security and BCM-related requirements for organizations, introduction to roles, responsibilities and stakeholders in security and BCM, basics of security-related communication and internal coordination, importance of culture, context and organizational environment.

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

In-depth approaches to integrated security and business continuity management, analysis of complex threat, risk and continuity situations, evaluation of dynamic interactions and critical dependencies, development and design of integrated security and BCM concepts, definition of responsibilities, decision paths and process chains, planning and implementation of technical, organizational and strategic measures, design of emergency, escalation and recovery structures, integration of international and intercultural perspectives,

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Explanation of terms and the objective of ISMS and common procedures and standards, network components, network types, security in networks, security components in networks etc. Determination of protection requirements, application of the procedures of common standards to selected companies

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Application of the procedures of common standards to selected companies, communication of current threats and hazards and vulnerabilities and which common measures and methods exist to effectively counteract them, communication of psychological aspects as a basis for social engineering techniques, communication of common methods of social engineering, comparison of cyber and information security between Austria and selected countries

NIS2 and interfaces between NIS2 and RKE

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Normative basics of physical security, presentation of the disciplines of physical security, perimeter protection, constructional and mechanical object protection measures, electronic object protection and detection measures (burglary and attack detection technology, video surveillance technology, access control technology), personal property protection measures, organizational object protection measures, planning process

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Analysis of different planning approaches, assessment of concepts of adequacy, completeness, compliance with requirements and technical correctness, ways of implementing physical protection systems in an organization, planning of maintenance of physical security systems of functionality and adequacy according to derivation of requirements from the RKE and interfaces to NIS2

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Module exam

Reflection on the conception phase of the Bachelor thesis project

Coaching

Module exam

Development of a clearly structured project outline, specification of the problem and research interest, coordination of research concerns and framework conditions with clients, exploration of expectations, resources and realization conditions, conception of the research project Bachelor thesis

Concept

Module exam

Fundamentals of coordinating operational work processes, understanding roles, responsibilities and organizational interfaces, professional design of cross-departmental cooperation, analysis and optimization of information and communication flows, methods of coordination and stakeholder management, targeted control of coordination and decision-making processes, dealing with dependencies and frictional losses, ensuring smooth handovers and process chains, coordination according to the principles of process and organizational theory.

Business Simulation

Continuous assessment: Exam format (practical tasks)

Self-awareness and change of perspective, analysis of professional experiences, classification of situations in theoretical models, critical examination of own assumptions and actions, derivation of learning and development needs, review of routines and understanding of roles, connection of theory and practice, evaluation of decision-making processes and their effects.

Reflection / Coaching

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Fundamentals and objectives of information security management systems, central security standards and normative requirements, structure and functionality of network components and network architectures, analysis of security-relevant relationships in IT and OT environments, identification of typical threats and vulnerabilities, methods of risk analysis and systematic risk identification, criteria for determining protection requirements, derivation of security-relevant requirements from risk and protection requirement analyses and understanding the interactions between technical, organizational and procedural security factors.

Lectures, presentations, group tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research)

Final exam: Examination format (written)

Fundamentals of situation assessment and evaluation, structuring and analyzing available information, recognizing relevant developments and correlations, processing and communicating key aspects of the situation to different roles and levels, developing well-founded options for action based on the situation analysis, reflecting on one's own role

Practical exercise

Continuous assessment: Examination format (participation)

Fundamentals of organizational structures and dynamics, principles of planned change processes, analysis of organizational fields of action and development needs, SKKM principles, structures and processes

Lectures, presentations, group tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research), reflection

Final exam: Examination format (participation)

Reflection on project plan and operationalization

Coaching

Module exam

Preparation of a structured scientific exposé, formulation of a clear problem definition and precise research questions, presentation of initial technical principles and theoretical reference points, selection and justification of the intended methodological approach, preparation of a preliminary work plan and schedule, assessment of the feasibility and limitation of the research project, initial partial results

Independent scientific work, reflection

Module exam

Understanding of requirements and stress factors in dynamic working environments, self-control and prioritization under time and efficiency pressure, development and stabilization of professional routines, responsible decision-making in demanding situations, application of work psychology principles for coping with stress and performance pressure, use of methods for self-organization and stress regulation, continuous reflection on one's own working methods, ensuring reliability and quality despite high demands.

Business Simulation

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Self-awareness and change of perspective, analysis of professional experiences, classification of situations in theoretical models, critical examination of own assumptions and actions, derivation of learning and development needs, review of routines and understanding of roles, connection of theory and practice, evaluation of decision-making processes and their effects.

Reflection / Coaching

Continuous assessment: Examination format (reflection)

Topics in the area of risk and security management

Lectures, presentations, group work tasks, self-study (e.g. reading, research), experiential learning

Continuous assessment: Examination format (participation)

Bachelor examination 

Independent preparation for the bachelor examination

Final exam: Examination format (oral, commission-based)

Conclusion and consolidation of the scientific argumentation, integration and presentation of central results, verification of theoretical and methodological coherence, application of scientific writing and citation standards, ensuring formal requirements such as structure, layout, language and references, systematic quality assurance based on scientific criteria, implementation of final correction and revision processes, organization of all necessary steps of submission and submission, timely implementation of administrative requirements as well as independent planning and control of the final process.

Independent work on a project

Module exam

Reflection on practical project

Coaching

Module exam

Mentoring and reflection on internship

Coaching

Module exam

specific practical activity in an organization

Relevant concepts and tasks, workshops, individual meetings, supervision

Module exam