ToW Master Seminar Winter Semester 25/26
In this course, students will collaboratively understand research methods, develop and answer research questions drawing on theory, prior work, and own empirical work. Students learn how to design research projects and conduct research which aims to prepare them for their master thesis. In this years seminar students will cover one of the following ten topics which reflect current research interests at the department Transformation of Work. The detailled presentation can be accessesed here: Slides Kick-Off WS 25/26
1) The Influence of a Four-Day Work Week on Employee Stress (Qualitative)
2) The Influence of a Four-Day Work Week on Employer Branding (Qualitative)
3) Flexible Work Models and Organizational Creativity and Change Processes (Qualitative)
4) The Impact of Work Flexibility on Employees: A Meta-Analytic Perspective (Meta-Analysis)
5) National Culture and the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace (Quantitative)
6) The Role of AI in Team Collaboration and Creativity (Quantitative)
7) The Effects of AI Integration on Employees (Meta-Analysis)
8) Manager Personality Traits and Their Impact on Firm-Level Outcomes (Meta-Analysis)
9) A Gendered Perspective on the Effects of Leader Personality (Meta-Analysis)
10) Inferences on CEO Narcissism Based on LinkedIn Profiles (Quantitative)
Key Facts:
Credits |
12 |
Courseformat |
Seminar thesis and presentation in groups of 4-5 members |
Courselanguage |
English |
Schedule |
Students will be assigned to their topics in mid-June |
Examination |
Group Seminar Thesis (appr. 30 Pages excluding bibliography and appendix) + Presentation |
Date of Submission |
December 8th 2025 |
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