• Strategic Analysis, Planning, and Implementation (3 days): Learn strategy analysis techniques and competitive strategies to position your company optimally in turbulent markets. You'll be equipped to conduct informed environmental and corporate analyses and develop promising implementation strategies.
• Competence and Skills Management (3 days): Identify and develop the key competencies of your organization, including change management and organizational culture. These skills will enable you to lead a strong, adaptable team ready to face challenges.
• Financial Management and Budgeting (3 days): Master the art of strategic financial management to minimize financial risks and create precise budget plans. You'll learn how to implement control systems and continuously assess your company's financial performance.
• Corporate Entrepreneurship and Venturing (3 days): Foster entrepreneurial thinking within your organization by learning to manage autonomous strategic activities. With our techniques to enhance organizational creativity and effective strategic communication, you can unlock new business opportunities.
• Strategic Technology Management and Acquisitions (3 days): Develop in-depth knowledge of the M&A process to plan and execute acquisitions strategically. Understand the motives and processes behind M&A transactions and learn how to effectively engage key stakeholders.

Our advanced program, "Masterclass in Strategic Management & Technology," is designed for ambitious executives and professionals who wish to further develop their skills in strategic and technology management. Participants in our Masterclass come from a wide range of industries and bring diverse professional experiences, which they aim to expand and refine.

• Experienced Executives: With years of leadership experience, you are seeking new insights to further develop your strategic management skills and align with technological trends. This program helps you deepen your strategic thinking and lead complex business transformations successfully.

• Aspiring Managers: On your way to higher leadership positions, you want to accelerate your career through advanced strategic management education. You will gain practical skills and solid knowledge to become a leader in your industry and achieve your career goals faster.

• Experienced Professionals: In a key role within your company, you aim to complement your qualifications with strategic knowledge and technological expertise. The program offers a comprehensive overview of management processes and technology management to help you make better-informed decisions.

• TU Wien Alumni: As a graduate of TU Wien, you wish to expand your theoretical knowledge with practical applications and further develop your qualifications in an internationally recognized way. You also benefit from an exclusive 10% discount and expand your network within the TU Wien community.

• International Leadership Talents: With international work experience, you seek to deepen your expertise through a top-tier European executive education program. The English-language program and intercultural exchange provide global insights and strengthen your international career.

Your TU Wien Academy for Continuation (ACE) Benefits:

• Application and implementation-oriented course content: Gain practical skills that can be immediately applied in real-world situations.
• Management reflection of the contents: Reflect on and integrate course learnings into your management practices.
• Exchange and networking opportunities within the framework of the seminar as well as the TU Wien ACE: Connect with peers and industry experts to share insights and build professional relationships.
• On-site classes centrally located at TU Wien: Attend conveniently located classes in the heart of Vienna

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The program is designed for professionals and executives in industry, business, public administration, or the start-up sector.

A bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification and at least 3 years of relevant work experience are required.

Exceptional candidates without a formal degree but with extensive professional experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The compact program is specifically designed for working professionals and can be completed part-time in 15 days. The structure of the program is based on the principles of strategic management and includes various phases of decision-making. The development and innovation of new strategies are central components of the program.

The class size is limited to approximately 15-20 participants to ensure an interactive, discussion-based learning environment. In-person sessions promote practical activities, case studies, and peer learning.

This program structure enables you to gain comprehensive knowledge in the field of strategic management. The importance of organization and process in strategic management is also emphasized.

No, the individual modules consist of three phases: a preparation phase (reading case studies, literature analysis, etc.), the in-person phase on-site, and a follow-up phase (completion through term papers, individual or group work). The discussion aspect and the involvement of start-ups are also part of the program to convey the relevance of strategic management and its application in various companies to participants.