1. Semesters LectureSWSECTSChemistry in Packaging Technology ILVChemistry in Packaging Technology ILVLector: Dr. Christian Kirchnawy, Dr.techn. Bernhard Rainer, MSc3SWS6ECTSLecture contentsGeneral and inorganic chemistry: - Atomic structure and atomic models - Periodic table of the elements - Chemical bonds - Stoichiometry - Acid-base concept - Conservation laws and consequences - States of matter - Chemical equilibrium - Types of bonds Organic chemistry: - Properties of org. compounds - Functional groups (alcohols, phenols, ethers, sulphur compounds, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines, epoxides); - Nomenclature of alkanes - Polymers: basics Biochemistry/natural product chemistry: - Amino acids, peptides and proteins: structure, composition and properties, denaturation - Carbohydrates & sugars: structure, composition and properties, starch and cellulose - Fats & oils: structure, composition and propertiesAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Exercises, intermediate exams, written final examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures, exercises and repetitions during the classroom sessions, exercises and e-learning units including book chapters and teaching videos.LanguageGerman36Chemical Laboratory Exercises UEChemical Laboratory Exercises UELector: Dipl.-Ing. Lukas Prielinger, BSc, Verena Vogler, BSc2SWS4ECTSLecture contents- Safety in the chemical laboratory - Recording - Handling of basic laboratory equipment - Semiquantitative analysis of inorganic anions and cations using colourimetric rapid tests - Quantitative analysis by volumetric methods (acid base titration, redox titration, complexometry) - pH value and pH determination methodsAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Practical work in the chemical laboratory, protocol and final discussion, online quizTeaching methodsPractical exercises and lectures by teachers, with distance learning elements.LanguageGerman24Fundamentals of Business Management ILVFundamentals of Business Management ILVLector: Mag. Gernot Marecek2SWS4ECTSLecture contents- Introduction to the way of thinking in economics - Subject of business administration - Fundamentals of Business Management - Strategic Management - Human Resources and Organisation - Materials Management and Production - Marketing and Sales - Accounting and Balance Sheet Analysis - Investment and Financing - Corporate TaxationAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Tasks, business concept, final examTeaching methodsThe knowledge have to be prepared on the basis of the Books (Messner, Kreidl, Wala) and are worked out together in the classroom units and deepened within the framework of tasks that are worked out independently. At the same time, a business concept has to be created independently on the basis of what has been learned.LanguageGerman24Fundamentals of Packaging Materials and their Production ILVFundamentals of Packaging Materials and their Production ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair3SWS6ECTSLecture contentsThis lecture provides an initial overview of common packaging materials and packaging supplies. You can expect the following contents: - Fields of application and use of plastics - Packaging made of plastics and composites - Processing methods of plastics - Packaging solutions made of paper, cardboard and carton - Metals in the packaging world - Glass as packaging material - Wood packaging - Materials from renewable resources as packaging materials - Designs, closures and application examples of packaging materials - Limits of different manufacturing processes - Advantages and disadvantages of different packaging materials and packaging types - Advantages and possibilities of composite materials - Workshop with different samples on advantages and disadvantages of different materials used in packaging - Typical specification values for various packaging materialsAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Work order, cooperation/intermediate tests, final testTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by teachers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman36Fundamentals of Packaging Technology ILVFundamentals of Packaging Technology ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich, Dr.in Mary Grace Wallis3SWS6ECTSLecture contents- Getting started with studies (e.g. finding a group, self-organisation, mutual expectations, organisation of distance and attendance phases, development of the study programme culture). - Basics of academic work (writing academic texts, quoting, researching) - Packaging-specific terminology, definitions - Functions of packaging - Influence of packaging on shelf life/deterioration - Property profiles of the essential filling goods - Trends in the packaging market - Sustainability issues in packaging technology - CV, Letter of Motivation (in English)Assessment methodsContinuous assessment Scientific teamwork, scientific individual work, work assignments, final examinationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by teachers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman36Cost accounting and Controlling ILVCost accounting and Controlling ILVLector: Mag. Christoph Rath2SWS4ECTSLecture contentsIn the course Cost Accounting and Controlling (ILV) you will learn about the following topics: - relevant technical terms of cost accounting and controlling - essential costs that arise in the company and how they are allocated - Calculation of production costs, prime costs and sales prices - Advantages and applications of contribution margin accounting. STRUCTURE OF THE LECTURE 1. basics of cost accounting and controlling: - Cost and activity accounting - Basic concepts of cost accounting - Types of costs 2. cost center accounting: - Operational accounting with cost allocation sheet - Internal activity allocation - Determination of overhead rates - Cost over- and under-coverage 3. calculation of products and merchandise: - Determination of manufacturing costs, prime costs and selling prices - Overhead calculation with accounting of hourly rates for machines - Calculation of trade goods - Preliminary and post calculation 4. short-term income statement in cost- and performance calculation - Total cost method - Cost-of-sales method 5. contribution margin accounting - Key figures calculationAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Cooperation, intermediate examination, final examinationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by teachers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24
2. Semesters LectureSWSECTSIntroduction to operational IT ILVIntroduction to operational IT ILVLector: Dipl.-Kfm. Daniel Walkiewicz1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Introduction to Information Processing - Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0 - Modelling and Business Process Analysis - ERP systems and special software - IT Project ManagementAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Examination papers are made available online at a set time for a set duration and must submit results online in Moodle before the duration expires.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures by teachers, practical group exercises and presentations by students.LanguageGerman12Requirements and characteristics of filling goods ILVRequirements and characteristics of filling goods ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich3SWS6ECTSLecture contents- Food chemistry, Food microbiology, quality maintenance and deterioration, methods for preserving food, requirements of Food on packaging, interaction Food-packaging, overview Food-technology; - Migration issues - Active and intelligent packaging - Requirements of pharmaceuticals on packaging, GMP, interaction between pharmaceutical and packagingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Immanent examination character: Intermediate tests, work assignments, preparation of a scientific paper, design and presentation of a poster, final examination. Bonus points for outstanding performanceTeaching methodsBlended learning consisting of lectures, practical exercises, reflections/discussions, small group work, student presentations and e-learning units.LanguageGerman36Microbiology Laboratory Exercises UEMicrobiology Laboratory Exercises UELector: Dr.techn. Bernhard Rainer, MSc, Verena Vogler, BSc1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Basics of microbiological work (hygiene measures, sterile work, safety) - Cultivation and inoculation of microorganisms - Microscopy and staining techniques - Microbial counts and hygiene monitoring tests - Hygiene testing of food packagingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment The performance assessment consists of an online course (blended learning microbiology), the assessment of the practical work in the laboratory and the laboratory protocol.Teaching methodsThis course is conducted as a practical exercise. The students work independently on given tasks. The course is accompanied by a teaching event on Moodle, where scripts, videos and other information material are available.LanguageGerman12Microbiology and Hygiene ILVMicrobiology and Hygiene ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Cell structure and cell function of microorganisms - Growth, inhibition and killing of microorganisms - Basics of microbial metabolism - Systematics and nomenclature of microorganisms - Safety measures when handling microorganisms - Microorganisms as spoilage agents, pathogenic and toxinogenic microorganisms - Overview of preservation processes - Basics of hygiene - Hygiene managementAssessment methodsContinuous assessment 3 work tasks, 2 intermediate tests, final testTeaching methodsThis course is designed as a lecture. Essentially, lectures are combined with work assignments (e-learning) and presentations by the students. In addition, students are encouraged by the lecturer to critically question teaching content.LanguageGerman12Physics in packaging technology ILVPhysics in packaging technology ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. nat. techn. Simon Krauter, BSc2SWS4ECTSLecture contentsMeasurement and units of measurement Mechanics: - Laws of motion - Work, energy, momentum, power - Friction - Translation and rotation - Statics - Mechanical characteristics of materials - Tensile test Specifications Basics of thermodynamics and properties of matter: - Heat energy and temperature - Main theorems - Heat capacity - Heat transport - Efficiency - Entropy - Kinetic theory of gases - Steam pressure - Miscibility - Phase transformations - State diagrams - Ideal gas law - Gases and liquids (behaviour, viscosity, surface tension) - Diffusion Electromagnetic radiation - Electromagnetic radiation spectrum - Applications (spectroscopy) - Interaction between radiation and matterAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Work assignment (30 P), cooperation/intermediate exams (30 P), final exam (40 P)Teaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24Filling- and packaganing technology processes ILVFilling- and packaganing technology processes ILVLector: Ing. Peter Kerstan3SWS6ECTSLecture contents- Physical basics of the filling material - Dosing technology - Filling systems and filling technology - Handling technology - Closure technology - Robotics in packaging technology - Hygienic design and cleaning - Aseptic filling, sterilisable packaging - Packaging technology peripherals - Industry 4.0 and sustainability - Packaging technology and the manufacture of loading units - Load securingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Integrated course with immanent examination character; project work elaboration, project work peer review, project work presentation, cooperation, final examinationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, exercises during the lectures and development of a specialist topic including presentations by the students.LanguageGerman36Quality management and occupational safety ILVQuality management and occupational safety ILVLector: Lukas Weiss, MSc1.5SWS3ECTSLecture contentsQuality management systems - Terms and definitions - Development of quality management - Tools and methods - Standards and norms - Developing QM systems - Audits, certification and accreditation - Total Quality Management and Six Sigma Occupational safety - Basics of the Occupational Health and Safety Act - Workplace evaluationAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Einzelaufgabe, Gruppenaufgabe, PrüfungTeaching methodsBlended Learning, bestehend aus Lehrendenvorträgen, praktischen Übungen, Einzel- sowie Gruppenarbeiten der Studierenden und E-Learning-Einheiten.LanguageGerman1.53Special Quality Management ILVSpecial Quality Management ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair1.5SWS3ECTSLecture contentsGeneral principles of quality assurance systems at packaging manufacturers and packaging users - QM in the food industry- Basics and standards - Specifications - Hygiene management - HACCP and GMP - Certification systems (BRCGS; FSSC, ...) - Audits (internal and external) - QM in the pharmaceutical industry- Legal bases and standards - Specifications - GMP and GLP - Hygiene management - Certification systems - Audits - Preparation of test and work instructions - Case Study: Risk analysis and damage analysisAssessment methodsFinal exam Individual tasks, group tasks, final examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning unitsLanguageGerman1.53Team and Leadership ILVTeam and Leadership ILVLector: Martin Musil1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Dimensions of leadership (according to D.Goleman) - Leadership styles - the right leadership style - Management by objectives - Formulating goals - Motivation - how does it work Motivation - how does it not work - Phases of team development - Team building - Team roles - Characteristics of high performance teams - Making decisions (in the team) (Normative Decision Model) - Leadership communication - Feedback as a leadership toolAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Attendance, active participation throughout the course, active participation in group work and discussions, respectful and appreciative interaction, willingness to give and take feedback.Teaching methodsBlended learning consisting of teacher lectures, practical exercises, reflection, model study, use of a self-assessment tool and team development activities.LanguageGerman12
3. Semesters LectureSWSECTSPrinting technology ILVPrinting technology ILVLector: Ing. Franz König, BEd2SWS4ECTSLecture contents- Graphic supply chain and print shop workflow - Technical terms, definitions & rules - Colour management - Prepress tasks and tools - Requirements for print data - Printing forme production of the different printing processes (differences & similarities) - Printing processes and machines in the packaging sector - Quality assurance in print production - Environmental protection and sustainability - relevant aspectsAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Pre-tests, active participation, written examination, seminar paperTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, e-learning units, an excursion and the guided acquisition of specialist knowledge while studying specialist literature and writing an independent seminar paper.LanguageGerman24Glass ILVGlass ILVLector: Bernhard Huber, Dipl.-Ing. Christoph Schipfer2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents- Glass chemistry - Glass production- Process - Glass testing - Quality assurance - Specifications - Material properties - Ageing and glass strength - Sustainability and resource consumption Case Study: Production, monitoring and documentation as well as sustainability for glass packagingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Individual tasks, group tasks, examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of e-learning units and practical exercises, presentations by the students, discussion of the results and supplementary explanations by the lecturers. Students' presentations, discussion of the results and supplementary explanations by the lecturers.LanguageGerman2.55Metal ILVMetal ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich, Ing. Bernd Henzinger, Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Martin Kornfeld, MBA2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contentsRigid metal packaging - Packaging steel - manufacturing process (TP, ECCS, BP) - Properties of packaging steel - Manufacturing process 2- or 3-part tinplate/aluminium cans (painting, printing, deep drawing, roll forming, welding......) - Packaging variants and characteristics - Quality standards - Manufacturing process for stretch-drawn DWI cans - Manufacturing process for tubes/monobloc containers using the impact extrusion process - Applications and types of rigid metal packaging - Cans - Sterilisation - Recycling & Life Cycle Assessment Flexible aluminium-based packaging - Production of aluminium and aluminium foil - Finishing technologies - Applications and packaging types/specifications - Packaging properties - Metallurgy and corrosion - Quality testing Sustainability Case studies/group work within the framework of the above-mentioned contentsAssessment methodsContinuous assessment written, open questions or multiple/single choiceTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman2.55Operational and Commercial Excellence ILVOperational and Commercial Excellence ILVLector: Mag. Christoph Rath2SWS4ECTSLecture contentsIntroduction to the methodology of process optimisation in the area of operational and commercial excellence with a focus on Lean Six Sigma. Structure of the Course: - The Six Sigma Toolbox - The Six Sigma core processes:- Define - Measure - Analyse - Improve - Control - Methods of Lean Management (5S, SMED, Kanban,...) - Application of statistical methods in the context of Lean Six Sigma - Use cases from practice - Exchange between students on relevant topics, case studiesAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Individual tasks, group task, examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24Operational Controlling ILVOperational Controlling ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Johannes Sailer1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Basics of production controlling - Key figures of industrial manufacturing - overall context and interdependencies: OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency), availability, machine efficiency, material efficiency, personnel efficiency, cost efficiency, overall equipment efficiency, incoming orders, order backlog, planning efficiency, OTIF, lead time, inventories, delivery time, quality, operational safety, health & safety. - Productivity and industrial improvement processes - Change Management - Applications in packaging productionAssessment methodsContinuous assessment individual work assignment, group work incl. presentation, final test and participationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, examples of calculations, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman12Paper ILVPaper ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich2SWS4ECTSLecture contents> Raw materials and additives > Paper and board production > Paper machine technology > Packaging properties of paper and board > Paper and board grades and their different applicationsAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Written testsTeaching methodsblended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24Paper processing ILVPaper processing ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Florian Dorner3SWS6ECTSLecture contents- Herstellung, Veredelung und Verarbeitung von: - Wellpappe - Faltschachteln - Flexiblen Verpackungen auf Papierbasis - Verbundverpackungen auf Papierbasis - industrielle Säcke - Flüssigkeitsverpackungen auf Papierbasis Case Study: Stand der Technik, wirtschaftliche und technologische Betrachtung, Überwachung und Dokumentation sowie Beurteilung der Nachhaltigkeit von Papierverpackungen anhand ausgewählter aktueller BeispieleAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Einzelaufgabe, Gruppenaufgabe, PrüfungTeaching methodsBlended learning, bestehend aus Lehrendenvorträgen, praktischen Übungen, Präsentationen der Studierenden und E-Learning-Einheiten.LanguageGerman36
4. Semesters LectureSWSECTSPlastics ILVPlastics ILVLector: Marina Kreuzinger, BSc MSc, Univ.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Manfred Tacker2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents>Chemistry and physics of plastics >Material properties of plastics used in packaging technology >Plastics testing >Additives >Composites >Stabilization and ageing of plastics >Manufacture of plastics >Sustainability and resource use >BiopolymersAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Intermediate exams, individual & group work , final examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning unitsLanguageGerman2.55Plastics processing ILVPlastics processing ILVLector: Dr. Christian Martschitsch2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents- Verfahren der Kunststoffverarbeitung- Extrusion - Spritzguss - Thermoformen - Blasformen - Sonstige Verarbeitungsverfahren - Herstellung von Materialverbunden- Mehrschichtfolien - Getränkeverbundkarton - Laminate - Sonstige Verbunde - Bedruckung und Beschichtung - Hygienegerechte Produktion - Eigenschaften von Kunststoffen in Verpackungen - Anforderungsprofil und Spezifizierung von Kunststoffverpackungen Case Study: Produktion, Überwachung und Dokumentation sowie Nachhaltigkeit für KunststoffverpackungenAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Einzelarbeit, Gruppenarbeit, PrüfungTeaching methodsBlended learning, bestehend aus Lehrendenvorträgen, praktischen Übungen, Präsentationen der Studierenden und E-Learning-Einheiten.LanguageGerman2.55Sustainability and Packaging ILVSustainability and Packaging ILVLector: FH-Prof.in DIin DIin Dr.in Victoria Krauter2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contentsThe course provides competences in the areas of: - Basics of sustainability (see learning outcome 1) - Sustainability and packaging (2-3) - Sustainability assessment methods (4-5) - Sustainable product and process design (6-7) - Communication of sustainability aspects (7)Assessment methodsContinuous assessment Reading assignment and online test 1 and 2 *Voluntary in-depth assignment *Final exam *Semester ChallengeTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman2.55Testing technology ILVTesting technology ILVLector: DI (FH) Michael Auer, MSc, FH-Prof.in DIin DIin Dr.in Victoria Krauter3SWS6ECTSLecture contents>General testing techniques - Physical methods - Chemical methods - Biological methods - Others >Basic testing methods for materials testing - Glass - Metal testing - Paper and cardboard - Plastics and composites >Testing of the entire packaging >Testing standards and guidelines >Damage analysis >Statistical methods in testing technology >Quality assurance in testing technology >Practical packaging testingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment participation in class, elaboration of the questionnaire, examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman36Recycling and Waste Management ILVRecycling and Waste Management ILVLector: Marina Kreuzinger, BSc MSc, Univ.-Doz. Mag. Dr. Manfred Tacker2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contentsRecycling technology - Mechanical, physical and chemical processes - Recycling of metals - Recycling of paper / cardboard - Recycling of plastics - Recycling of glass Waste management - Waste concept - Collection and transport - Waste treatment and disposal - Waste management concepts - Legal framework Case Study: Recycling and exemplary waste management concepts in the packaging sectorAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Intermediate exams, individual/group tasks, final examTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman2.55Packaging law ILVPackaging law ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Johannes Bergmair2SWS4ECTSLecture contents>Overview of national and international legal standards >Food law for consumer goods >Chemicals and waste law >Packaging law >Product liabilityAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Individual and group tasks, final examinationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by lecturers, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24
5. Semesters LectureSWSECTSBachelor thesis SEBachelor thesis SELector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich2SWS10ECTSLecture contentsStudents receive support and encouragement in the development of a suitable research design, in the creation of a concept as well as in the writing of the Bachelor's thesis. The Bachelor's thesis is an extended work record of the professional internship, which is documented and scientifically reflected. The topic of the Bachelor's thesis results from the question chosen during the professional internship.Assessment methodsFinal examTeaching methodsIndependent work on a scientific questionLanguageGerman210Internship PRInternship PR0SWS19ECTSLecture contentsThe students work on a specific task under the supervision of a person relevant to the subject. In the professional internship, the professional, methodological and social competences acquired during the degree programme are implemented and practically consolidated in the intended professional field of activity.Assessment methodsContinuous assessmentTeaching methodsPractical application of the knowledge acquired during studies.LanguageGerman019Internship reflection SEInternship reflection SELector: FH-Prof.in DI.in Dr.in Silvia Apprich1SWS1ECTSLecture contentsExperiences and procedures during the internship are discussed and reflected upon in the form of individual conversations and group discussions.Assessment methodsContinuous assessmentTeaching methodsReflection on the internshipLanguageGerman11
6. Semesters LectureSWSECTSEcodesign ILVEcodesign ILVLector: DI Bernd Brandt, Dipl.-Ing. Werner Frühwirth, MSc, Raffaela Zuliani, MSc2.5SWS5ECTSLecture contents- Eco design as a core requirement- Three pillars of sustainability - Introduction to ecological design principles: Design flow charts, Design for Recycling, Design from Recycling. - Legal and normative foundations of Eco Design- Circular Economy plan EU, Ecodesign Regulation, Packaging Regulation, Waste Management Act (AT), REACH, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), International Organization for Standardization (ISO 14040/14044/14062), EMAS, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)- Sustainability assessment of packaging - Eco Design web tools- Practical application of design principles - Guidelines- Circular Packaging Design Guideline - Packaging Design for Recycling - Sustainability assessment of packaging Case studies - web tools, re-design of packaging using the guideliesAssessment methodsContinuous assessment - 20 % Presentation (group) - 50 % written report (group) - 30 % written exam (all)Teaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, guest lecture, practical examples in web tools, carrying out a case study, presentations by the students, written elaboration and written exam.LanguageGerman2.55Purchaising and Supply Chain Management ILVPurchaising and Supply Chain Management ILVLector: Heinz Kailbauer, MSc, Mag. Walter Woitsch1.5SWS3ECTSLecture contents- Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management - Structure of the supply chain in industrial production chains - Importance of SCM in the overall context - SCM organisation in SMEs & corporate organisations - Purchasing strategies - Information systems in purchasing - Supplier evaluation and selection - Order quantity, disposition, order processing in the overall context of efficient production - Key performance indicators in purchasing and supply chain management - Management systems for controlling the efficiency of purchasing and supply chain organisations - Trends in the digitalisation of supply chain processesAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Group work, presentations, final examTeaching methodsLectures, case studies, group workLanguageGerman1.53Conversation and negotiation techniques ILVConversation and negotiation techniques ILVLector: Martin Musil1SWS2ECTSLecture contents- Taktische Orientierung - Die Harvard Prinzipien für sachgerechtes Verhandeln - Analyse von Gesprächssituationen - Werkzeuge der Verhandlungsführung (BATNA, ZOPA) - Psychologie der Verhandlungsführung - Verhandlungssituationen (Simulationen) - Grundlagen der ÜberzeugungspsychologieAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Präsenz, Teilnahme an den Gruppendiskussionen, Bearbeitung der Fallstudien und Einzelaufgaben.Teaching methodsBlended Learning, bestehend aus Lehrendenvorträgen, praktischen Übungen, Reflexion, Modellstudium, Quiz, Simulation.LanguageGerman12Interdisciplinary project packaging development and design ILVInterdisciplinary project packaging development and design ILVLector: Mag.Art. Susanne Lippitsch, Mag. art. Christian Steiner6SWS12ECTSLecture contents- Basics / Design with CAD programme V-Pack - Design standards of carton packaging: ECMA-FEFCO, packaging design principles, prototyping, sustainability - Packaging design studies and packaging comparison - Communication function, packaging as brand and silent salesman (basics of sales psychology and brain research) - Convenience and Second Life in packaging design - Target group oriented packaging design - Gender and diversity management - Acceptance testing and production transitionAssessment methodsContinuous assessment evaluation of individual and group workTeaching methodsFrontal teaching, individual and group work, case studies, project workLanguageGerman612Consumer- and Industrial goods marketing ILVConsumer- and Industrial goods marketing ILVLector: Mag. Ernst Krottendorfer, PhD2SWS4ECTSLecture contents- Market structure and main characteristics of industrial goods markets, in particular packaging markets. - Buyer behaviour, company networks and network analysis - Industry analysis and market strategy - Market research in industrial goods markets - Market communication - Distribution policy - Pricing Strategy and Revenue Management - Analysis of international packaging markets - The global packaging industry - Marketing Concept - Strategic planning and marketing planning - Market research, especially packaging market research - Marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) - The role of packaging in the marketing mix - Brand policy and packagingAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Individual tasks, Group tasks, ExamTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning unitsLanguageGerman24Sales and key account management ILVSales and key account management ILVLector: Dipl.-Ing. Ralph Nägeli2SWS4ECTSLecture contents- The role of sales in the packaging company - Sales organisation - Sales information systems - Customer Management - New Business Development and Innovation - Why Key Account Management - Key Account Planning - Key Account Strategy - The sales process in practice - Sales organisation in the packaging companyAssessment methodsContinuous assessment Individual tasks, group task, examinationTeaching methodsBlended learning, consisting of lectures by the lecturer, practical exercises, presentations by students and e-learning units.LanguageGerman24
> FH-Prof. DI Dr. Silvia Apprich Head of Sustainable Management of Resources, Industrial Packaging Technology, Packaging Technology and Sustainability T: +43 1 606 68 77-3581silvia.apprich@fh-campuswien.ac.at
> FH-Prof. DI DI Dr. Victoria Krauter Head of Competence Center for Sustainable and Future Oriented Packaging Solutions, Stadt Wien Endowed Professor for Sustainable and Future-Oriented Packaging Solutions