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The transformation of the previous university administration into an entrepreneurially oriented university management requires the use of entrepreneurial management concepts. High demands are placed on those involved. The success of management is increasingly determined by the correct, future-oriented approach to phenomena such as complexity, dynamics and knowledge. In today's communication and knowledge society, companies and universities are dependent on aligning their entire organization, all employees, visions and strategies - to the future. This requires in-depth knowledge of the use of...
The management situation in universities and colleges has changed significantly in recent years. Competition for students and funding in connection with high quality and qualification requirements are closely related to the reorganization of university administration to an entrepreneurially oriented university management. Entrepreneurial leadership, organizational and management concepts are increasingly being used in universities. The adaptation of management systems and management styles to the circumstances of the respective university or college places high demands on those involved. Ensuring the optimal fulfillment...
Universities and colleges are subject to constant change. The education system has been undergoing changes for several years, which can be described or summarized under the following keywords: Bologna process, university reform, introduction of bachelor's and master's courses, ECTS points (European Credit Transfer System), junior professorships, conversion into independent organizations own leadership, management, personnel management, appraisal interviews, participation, project management, quality management, quality of academic teaching with controlling, evaluation, collection of tuition fees, cooperation and mergers of educational institutions as...
Universities and colleges are increasingly exposed to competition. A far-reaching transformation of the previous university administration is taking place towards an entrepreneurially oriented university management. Today entrepreneurial management concepts are transferred to universities and applied successfully. In practice, the management concepts cannot always be transferred without problems, but management concepts that have proven themselves can be adapted to the circumstances of the respective university or college. This results in major challenges for those involved. The success of management is increasingly...
The company's success is largely driven by employee behavior. If the employees are motivated and committed, this has a corresponding effect on the company's performance. The successful management of a company aims at motivated employee behavior. Various forms of participation and leadership styles are available for leadership and participation. Management behavior and communication have a significant impact on employee behavior. Various organizational approaches, motivational models and behavioral models have proven to be helpful for this. Employee participation in decision-making processes...
There are different opinions about the meaning of the terms management and leadership. The two terms are often used synonymously. However, many leaders ask themselves: Am I more of a manager or a leader? A manager can perform activities that are more associated with management or leadership. From a theoretical point of view, however, management is not the same as leadership. It is possible for a person to have activities from both areas, even if leadership and management are two...
The performance of the employees and thus the performance of the company depends on various factors. In addition to creating favorable framework conditions and organizational requirements, management has a significant influence on performance. Employees are often self-motivated. However, they should also be well integrated into the company, the organization and the culture so that they are really enabled to provide the desired and also desired services. There are numerous leadership models and management principles for this purpose. The participation of...
The success of companies and organizations is essentially determined by the commitment and cooperation of the people working in these institutions. This applies in particular to managers and employees. The quality of leadership has a corresponding effect on the quality of corporate performance and thus on the competitiveness of the institutions. Personality and the management culture that is practiced are important factors in the success of the company. The success of a leader is closely linked to self-management and inner...
In HR management, the importance of appreciating employee performance through praise and recognition is often underestimated. Positive feedback develops important impulses for leadership, control, performance, motivation, creativity, innovation and thus for the competitiveness of the company. Managers can improve employee engagement and motivation through sincere performance recognition and appreciation. Don't be too sparing with giving out praise and recognition, but don't be too wasteful either. If the performance of the employees is not recognized or if very good performance is...
Various studies show that women are becoming increasingly important for the economy. Nevertheless, women are underrepresented in managerial positions. Your male colleagues are not only preferred when it comes to senior positions. It is also difficult for women who are in management positions to assert themselves. They are often used in management jobs that are thought to be better suited to women. This often cuts them off from the really important managerial tasks and decisions. In addition, they usually receive...
The importance of giving and receiving feedback correctly is often underestimated in companies. However, feedback emanates important impulses for leadership, control, performance, motivation, creativity, innovation and thus also for the competitiveness of the company. Even the smallest mistake when giving or receiving feedback often becomes a stumbling block in communication and cooperation. These could usually be avoided if those involved would stick to the rules. In many cases, even simple tools prove to be very helpful. Leadership has a significant...
The successful management of a company requires certain characteristics, skills and competencies from the entrepreneur and the managers. The success-relevant characteristics of companies are the subject of numerous scientific studies. In addition to the required characteristics, these also deal with what successful entrepreneurs do better and allow building blocks of successful leadership to be derived from the knowledge gained. On this basis, leadership skills can be improved. Improving personal charisma also makes a significant contribution to the success of entrepreneurs....