Can I write a thesis at the chair?
In order to be able to write a thesis at our chair, formal requirements must be met. You can find information under Theses. Please understand that the fulfillment of the formal criteria is mandatory.

Is there free supervision capacity?
The allocation of supervision capacities is decided on a fixed date in the semester. Information on the allocation of supervision capacities can be found under Theses.

Will I be assigned a topic for my thesis?
The choice of topic should fall within one of the subject areas listed under Theses . We will not provide you with a specific question and you must submit it yourself using a PMG form.

Where do I start looking for a topic?
A good starting point is the textbooks of the courses and research in databases for scientific articles. We require the use of scientific literature for final theses. International sources and scientific articles are desirable for Bachelor's theses and a must for Master's theses.

Can I also write a thesis in a company?
We do not supervise purely practical theses. This means that we require your research question to have a theoretical basis. However, you are welcome to embed your scientific question in a practical business context. In this context, we are very open to empirical theses.

How do I research scientific articles?
You can find academic articles via the university library databases. Alternatively, you can use Google Scholar for a search. However, some articles are only available free of charge via the university and are chargeable via external searches such as Google. Newspaper or magazine articles, websites, etc. are not academic sources and can be ignored. Candidates for Bachelor's theses must provide proof of participation in the University Library's database training course as a formal requirement. We also recommend that candidates for Master's theses attend the training courses to refresh their knowledge of literature research and management.

What is the application procedure if I have a topic?
Please use the PMG form to submit your topic proposal. If you have any questions about the PMG, please consult the information sheet. Please send the PMG form to our secretary's office by the fixed allocation date for supervision capacities.

What should I bear in mind when writing?
Detailed information on the scope, citation, appearance, structure and design of a thesis can be found in the document "Things to know about writing academic papers at the Department of Human Resource Management and Organization Studies".

What advice is there on sufficient examination behavior?
Basic rules of good academic practice for writing academic theses can be found in the University of Kassel's bulletin dated 13.06.2014.

What are the consequences of attempted plagiarism and cheating?
You can find information on the problem of plagiarism in the handout from the Department of Studies & Teaching.

What is a colloquium? What do you have to do?
The colloquium at the end of a Bachelor's or Master's thesis is the defense of the thesis. In the colloquium, you present the results of your work (approx. 15 minutes) and discuss the content, implications and relevance of the research question (also approx. 15 minutes) with your examiner. Your presentation should also include a discussion of the expert opinion on your thesis. The colloquium grade is included in the final grade in accordance with your examination regulations. Unless otherwise agreed, the colloquia will take place in Prof. Eberl's office. If possible, students should bring their own laptop - a projector is available in the office.