Overview Apart from strong personal motivation, acting and leading in a political environment also requires a thorough understanding of management and responsibilities of leadership. The Master’s degree program for the first time in Austria positions political management at the centre of continuing education. Political systems combined with business administration and management methods are at the core of the curriculum. The Master’s degree program will prepare you for leadership positions in politics and management, also in companies and non-governmental organizations.Apply nowContact usContact us!Mag.a Daniela Antal Course coordination Favoritenstraße 226, A.3.22 1100 Vienna T: +43 1 606 68 77-3982 F: +43 1 606 68 77-2159fpm@fh-campuswien.ac.atMap main campus Favoriten (Google Maps)Gerald ForstnerAdministrationT: +43 1 606 68 77-3983F: +43 1 606 68 77-3989gerald.forstner@fh-campuswien.ac.atAnrede Frau Herr Vorname *Nachname *E-Mail address *Nachricht *AbsendenIhre E-Mail wurde versendetDuration of course4 SemesterOrganisational formpart-time120ECTSLanguage of instruction German24Study placesFinal degreeMaster of Arts in Political Management (MA)Application period for the academic year 2022/23Application is continuously possible.tuition feeonce payment€ 13.600,-1+ ÖH premium / semester1 Alternative model What you can offer Working at the intersection to a political system or in a managerial function in politics requires openness, capability for discourse, a good perception of social problems and a willingness to compromise, yet also assertiveness. It is also important to consider your dialog partner's point of view and thereby to surmount ideological barriers. Whilst many see this as a challenge, you see the opportunity to find good and constructive solutions together. You are part of a political organization yourself, or you need to deal with corporate political decision making. Your concept of politics is of a long-term process which impacts the future and your actions are far-sighted. You will, in a management position, be able to implement processes and decisions with a sense of responsibility and prudence. The Master's degree program will add the finishing touch to your above skills. What we offer you The Master's degree program in Leadership, Politics and Management was introduced in the 2012/13 academic year. This postgraduate degree program is unique in Austria to this day. This is because for the first time managers or persons on the leadership track in political and semi-governmental organizations can now qualify in this field specifically. The degree program combines detailed know-how about political systems with business administration, leadership and management strategies. Our management training for political professions offers you the advantage of studying together with your "peers". This means that your fellow students in the degree program will hail from the political or economic arena, just like you. Your project work also stands to benefit from this interaction. You will combine the knowledge you gained in your own professional practice with the sound scientific know-how of the course. Our lecturers, all of whom are also engaged in their chosen professions, are your guarantee of the practical application of your studies. Our university additionally also presents evening lectures (Campus Lectures), delivered by top notch experts and free for all to attend. What makes this degree program special Your purpose with these studies is to obtain excellent political management skills. This demand is satisfied already in the structuring of the curriculum. This included numerous political role players. This will meet the high expectations you have of the degree program, since two distinguishing features of the Master's degree program are its direct relevance to your professional practice and the first class network. Our invaluable contacts enable you benefit from excursions which will include discussions with top political players. Our university also has profound management and administration skills relevant to the public sector. Our successful cooperation with the Federal Chancellery (Public Management degree program) and the Ministry for Finances (Tax Management degree program) are cases in point.Apart from your recognized academic graduation as a Master of Arts (MA), there are additional benefits for you in your Master's degree program. We can offer you the opportunity of obtaining important international certifications:Level D certification by the International Project Management Association IPMAYour course will prepare you for level D certification by the International Project Management Association IPMA without the need for any additional courses.Supervisory board certificate You will be able to obtain a certificate within the framework of the degree program which serves to confirm your technical aptitude for supervisory board membership. The preparations for certification for supervisory board membership are fully integrated in the curriculum of the degree program, strengthening your competency for making far reaching decisions in complex systems. What you will learn in the degree program The objective of the Master's degree program is to teach you the personal and technical prerequisites enabling you to manage complex organizations in the political sphere and in institutes and companies involved in political processes. The degree program will impart specialized knowledge of the administrative political system to you, including its relevance to business economic theories, processes and analytical methods. You will acquire expert knowledge of system and complexity theories, project and process management, strategy development and change management. You will learn about new methods of strategic management and discussion and negotiation techniques, including debating the challenges posed by modern leadership principles. On the basis of concrete examples, you will deepen your knowledge about the relationship and interaction between the economy, politics and society. In the course of the first three semesters, you will be analyzing complex political projects and problems, applying your know-how to practical cases. Curriculum 1. Semester LectureSWSECTSFundaments of business management MODULFundaments of business management MODUL7SWS11ECTSLanguageGerman711Fundaments of the political system MODULFundaments of the political system MODUL8SWS12ECTSLanguageGerman812Scientific working methods MODULScientific working methods MODUL1SWS1ECTSLanguageGerman11Organization and leadership theories MODULOrganization and leadership theories MODUL4SWS6ECTSLanguageGerman46 2. Semester LectureSWSECTSApplied empirical research methods MODULApplied empirical research methods MODULLector: Gerald Forstner2SWS3ECTSLanguageGerman23Applied political analysis MODULApplied political analysis MODULLector: Lukas Bauer, Mag. Benedikt Gamillscheg, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Dr. Dietmar Halper, Mag. Bernhard Krumpel, Dr. Sabine Neyer, Paul Schmidinger, MA, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz7SWS11ECTSLanguageGerman711Management of complex systems MODULManagement of complex systems MODULLector: FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Mag. Bernhard Krumpel, Mag.a Susanne Schwanzer, MSc, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz5SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman57Values-based leadership MODULValues-based leadership MODULLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Regina Kmenta, Dr. Tatjana Lackner, MBA, Mag. Klaus Pahr, Dr. Claudia Schmied, Univ.-Prof. Mag. Dr. Andreas Schnider, Mag. Anita Stadtherr, MBA6SWS9ECTSLanguageGerman69 3. Semester LectureSWSECTSResilient leadership MODULResilient leadership MODULLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, Gerald Forstner, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Regina Kmenta, Dr. Tatjana Lackner, MBA, Mag. Klaus Pahr, Mag. Anita Stadtherr, MBA5SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman57State, politics and media MODULState, politics and media MODULLector: Dr. Christian Böhmer, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Dr. Dietmar Halper, Verena Nowotny, MA, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz, Mag. Dr. Florian Wenninger6SWS9ECTSLanguageGerman69Applied transformational leadership MODULApplied transformational leadership MODULLector: FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Julia Newertal, MSc, MSc, Dr. Claudia Schmied, Günter Toth6SWS10ECTSLanguageGerman610Communicating political und scientific issues MODULCommunicating political und scientific issues MODULLector: Gerald Forstner, Maximilian Freissler, MA., FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Mag. Dr. Christian Hummer, Mag. Markus Lurger, Dr.in Yvonne Prinzellner, Dr. Claudia Schmied3SWS4ECTSLanguageGerman34 4. Semester LectureSWSECTSMaster Thesis MTMaster Thesis MTLector: Gerald Forstner, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner4SWS23ECTSLanguageGerman423Compulsory optional subject ILVCompulsory optional subject ILVLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, Lukas Bauer, Paul Schmidinger, MA4SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman47From the 1st semester, blended learning for some courses (class attendance phases and e-learning phases)Times: In blocks over weekends, Friday to Monday, one to two blocks per month.Language of InstructionGermanCosts1The actually incurred expenses will determine the tuition fees. For the payment of your fees, you may select one of three different payment options: Option A This option assumes that you are certain to complete and pay for the entire degree course (four semesters). The fees of € 13.600,- are due in full at the start of the degree program. Once-off payment of € 13.600,-Due about four weeks prior to the start of the first degree program semester. Option B This option allows you to pay your tuition fees in four installments of € 3.550,- each. The tuition fees must be paid in full, even should you terminate your degree program prematurely. Installment per semester: € 3.550,- (full amount: € 14.200,-)In each case due about four weeks prior to the start of the semester Option C This option takes into account the option of terminating the studies after any semester, which is the best option for those who prefer keeping open their options for early termination. First, second and third semester, each € 4.500,- Fourth semester € 2.000,- (total amount € 15.500,-) In each case due about four weeks prior to the start of the semester. Can I afford the study course? Grants may be applied for for Master courses and for academic courses and seminars. For information on supporting bodies, please refer to Grants and Bursaries. Your career opportunities You may deploy your comprehensive management skills in all fields of politics and civil society in a leading position in the following areas:On EU, Federal, State, Regional and Municipal level Cabinets of ministries or in the offices of political decision makers (city or state councilor) Political (semi)organizations and interest groups and also organizations with political objectivesPublic organizations (infrastructural bodies, hospitals, relief agencies, etc.)CompaniesInternational organizations (UN, OSCE, etc.)Consulting and expert opinion in political structuring and communication processes Admission Admission requirements Bachelor, Master or Diploma graduation with at least one year of relevant professional practice (political organization, major corporations, administration or NGO). The required university degree may be offset against at least three years of relevant professional experience in a managerial position and other professional qualifications - provided your relevant aptitude is also satisfactory. A commission will in individual cases decide on the applicant's aptitude.Information for applicants with non-Austrian (school) certificates Application To apply you will require the following documents:Birth certificateProof of citizenshipValid photo identificationSchool leaving certificate or university entrance qualification examProof of completed degree programletter of motivation and detailed CV with photograph.Please note:It is not possible to save incomplete online applications. You must complete your application in one session. Your application will be valid as soon as you upload all of the required documents and certificates. In the event that some documents (e.g. references) are not available at the time you apply, you may submit these later via e-mail, mail or in person by no later than the start of the admission process. Admission procedure The admission procedure examines the aptitude of the applicants for the Master's degree program. This consists of an admission interview with the course directors. The course coordinator, Mag.a Daniela Antal, will inform you of the date of the admission interview. AimThe aim is to ensure places are offered to persons who complete the admission procedure with the best results. CriteriaThe criteria for acceptance are based solely on performance. The geographical origin of the applicant has no influence on the admission decision. The admission requirements must be met in all cases. The process as a whole and all test and assessment results for the admission procedure are documented in a verifiable manner and archived. Studying with disabilities If you have any questions regarding accessibility or if you have a specific need in the admission procedure due to an impairment, please contact Ursula Weilenmann for organizational reasons as early as possible at barrierefrei@fh-campuswien.ac.at.Since we try to take into account individual needs due to disabilities when conducting the written admission test, we ask you to indicate in your online application to Weilenmann in which form you require support.Your contact person in the department Gender & Diversity ManagementMag.a Ursula Weilenmann, Mitarbeiterinbarrierefrei@fh-campuswien.ac.athttp://www.fh-campuswien.ac.at/barrierefrei Contact > FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner Head of Master´s Course Leadership, Politics and Management, Digitization, Politics and Communication, International Relations and Urban Policy, Academic Staff T: +43 1 606 68 77-3981peter.grabner@fh-campuswien.ac.atMag.a Daniela Antal Course coordination Favoritenstraße 226, A.3.22 1100 Vienna T: +43 1 606 68 77-3982 F: +43 1 606 68 77-2159fpm@fh-campuswien.ac.atMap main campus Favoriten (Google Maps)Gerald ForstnerAdministrationT: +43 1 606 68 77-3983F: +43 1 606 68 77-3989gerald.forstner@fh-campuswien.ac.atOffice hours during the semesterby agreement Cooperations and Campusnetzwerk We work closely with renowned companies in commerce and industry, with universities, institutions and schools. This guarantees you contacts for internships, employment or participation in research and development. You can find information about our cooperation activities and much more at Campusnetzwerk. 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1. Semester LectureSWSECTSFundaments of business management MODULFundaments of business management MODUL7SWS11ECTSLanguageGerman711Fundaments of the political system MODULFundaments of the political system MODUL8SWS12ECTSLanguageGerman812Scientific working methods MODULScientific working methods MODUL1SWS1ECTSLanguageGerman11Organization and leadership theories MODULOrganization and leadership theories MODUL4SWS6ECTSLanguageGerman46
2. Semester LectureSWSECTSApplied empirical research methods MODULApplied empirical research methods MODULLector: Gerald Forstner2SWS3ECTSLanguageGerman23Applied political analysis MODULApplied political analysis MODULLector: Lukas Bauer, Mag. Benedikt Gamillscheg, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Dr. Dietmar Halper, Mag. Bernhard Krumpel, Dr. Sabine Neyer, Paul Schmidinger, MA, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz7SWS11ECTSLanguageGerman711Management of complex systems MODULManagement of complex systems MODULLector: FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Mag. Bernhard Krumpel, Mag.a Susanne Schwanzer, MSc, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz5SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman57Values-based leadership MODULValues-based leadership MODULLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Regina Kmenta, Dr. Tatjana Lackner, MBA, Mag. Klaus Pahr, Dr. Claudia Schmied, Univ.-Prof. Mag. Dr. Andreas Schnider, Mag. Anita Stadtherr, MBA6SWS9ECTSLanguageGerman69
3. Semester LectureSWSECTSResilient leadership MODULResilient leadership MODULLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, Gerald Forstner, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Regina Kmenta, Dr. Tatjana Lackner, MBA, Mag. Klaus Pahr, Mag. Anita Stadtherr, MBA5SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman57State, politics and media MODULState, politics and media MODULLector: Dr. Christian Böhmer, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Dr. Dietmar Halper, Verena Nowotny, MA, Mag. Wolfgang Tomaschitz, Mag. Dr. Florian Wenninger6SWS9ECTSLanguageGerman69Applied transformational leadership MODULApplied transformational leadership MODULLector: FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Julia Newertal, MSc, MSc, Dr. Claudia Schmied, Günter Toth6SWS10ECTSLanguageGerman610Communicating political und scientific issues MODULCommunicating political und scientific issues MODULLector: Gerald Forstner, Maximilian Freissler, MA., FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner, Mag. Dr. Christian Hummer, Mag. Markus Lurger, Dr.in Yvonne Prinzellner, Dr. Claudia Schmied3SWS4ECTSLanguageGerman34
4. Semester LectureSWSECTSMaster Thesis MTMaster Thesis MTLector: Gerald Forstner, FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner4SWS23ECTSLanguageGerman423Compulsory optional subject ILVCompulsory optional subject ILVLector: Mag.a Daniela Antal, Lukas Bauer, Paul Schmidinger, MA4SWS7ECTSLanguageGerman47
> FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Peter Grabner Head of Master´s Course Leadership, Politics and Management, Digitization, Politics and Communication, International Relations and Urban Policy, Academic Staff T: +43 1 606 68 77-3981peter.grabner@fh-campuswien.ac.at