Cases and Debates in Project Management and Transformation

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Number/Code	WP-CDPMT / WP-SK-CDPM
Module name	Cases and Debates in Project Management and Transformation
Type of module	Compulsory elective module (production engineering and ergonomics / human-organization technology)
Learning outcomes, competencies (qualification objectives)	After completing the module, students will be able to identify complex project management issues in the context of digital transformation, critically analyze relevant theories and methods and evaluate their applicability. They can select suitable research and analysis methods, plan, carry out and document a scientifically sound term paper and present results clearly and appropriately. In addition, they are able to compare different points of view and represent them in a well-founded manner, obtain and implement constructive feedback and organize their work process independently and in a goal-oriented manner. They recognize gaps in their own knowledge and close them through targeted further training. In this way, they acquire the skills to understand complex project topics from different perspectives, make well-founded judgments and develop practical and research-relevant solutions.
Types of course	2 SWS
Course content	The module deepens selected questions, theoretical concepts and methods or case studies in the field of project research. Building on the theoretical and methodological foundations acquired in other modules, students work independently on an individually tailored topic. The work is closely supervised in terms of content and methodology by lecturers in the subject area. The course content includes In-depth examination of current scientific and practice-oriented issues in project management. Analysis and discussion of selected case studies ("Cases") and critical reflection and debate ("Debates") on controversial topics and innovative approaches in project research. Development and preparation of a scientifically sound term paper on a specific project topic. Exemplary topics: Requirements of digital transformation in general and artificial intelligence in particular for project work and project organization. Acceptance and implementation of new technologies in the project context. Motivation, retention and leadership of project team members. Conflict management and mediation in projects. Development and management of inter-organizational project cooperation. Tensions in inter-organizational projects. Use of agile methods to promote creativity and innovation. Topics are selected individually and are based on students' interests and current developments in research and practice.
Course titles	Cases and Debates in Project Management and Transformation
(Teaching/learning methods) Teaching and learning methods (ZEVA)	seminar
Applicability of the module	M. Sc. Mechanical Engineering Open to students from other departments, provided that the respective degree program allows the subject to be included in the elective area.
Duration of the module	One semester
Frequency of the module	Every semester
Language	German or English
Recommended (content-related) prerequisites for participation in the module	Previous or parallel attendance of at least one other subject in the field of Project Management in Digital Transformation (PMDT).
Prerequisites for participation in the module	Registration required
Student workload	2 SWS VL (30 hours) Self-study 60 hrs.
Academic achievements	Writing a term paper
Prerequisite for admission to the examination	-
Examination performance	Written term paper (individual or group work, approx. 20-30 pages, usually 6-8 weeks to complete) OR oral examination (approx. 20 minutes) OR presentation (approx. 20 minutes, possibly with a written paper of approx. 5-10 pages).
Number of credits for the module	3 credits
Teaching unit	Department 15
Person responsible for the module	Prof. Dr. Timo Braun
Lecturers of the module	Prof. Dr. Timo Braun and research assistants
Media forms	Seminar-based course
Literature	Braun, T., Müller-Seitz, G. 2023. digital transformation: change through projects. Vahlen: Munich. Braun, T., Sydow, J. 2019. project management and temporary organizing. Kohlhammer: Stuttgart. Sydow, J., Duschek, S., Braun 2025. management of interorganizational relationships. Networks - clusters - alliances. 2nd edition. Stuttgart: Kohlhammer. Sydow, J., Schüßler, E., Müller-Seitz, G. 2016. Managing Interorganizational Relations - Debates and Cases. Palgrave-Macmillan: London. Further literature will be announced in the course.