Information for the current term (Summer Term 2026)

Course Description

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.

*A joint field trip involving the Chair for Transformation of Work and the Chair for Strategic Management is planned for June. If the number of interested students exceeds capacity, participation will be determined by lottery. Groups not participating in the field trip will present their work on campus at the University of Münster.

Course Schedule:

ToW Topics: In the Summer Term the ToW Seminar will cover the following topics: Application is now open until February 6th 2026 via the CfM-Website

1. The Role of AI in Team Collaboration and Creativity: A Process Perspective (Experimental Study)
2. The Role of AI in Team Collaboration and Creativity: A team characteristic perspective (Experimental Study)
3. The Influence of Daily AI Use on Work Behaviors: A Performance Perspective (Experience Sampling Study)
4. The Influence of Daily AI Use on Work Behaviors: A Well-Being Perspective (Experience Sampling Study)
5. When Culture Guides the Machine: A Management View on Workplace AI (Cross-sectional Study)
6. When AI Enters the Workplace: Cultural Context and the Human Cost of AI at Work (Cross-sectional Study)
7. Beyond the Clock: How Personal and Professional Stressors Align in the New Working World (Qualitative Diary Study)
8. Beyond the Clock: How Personal and Professional Stressors Align in the New Working World (Qualitative Interview Study)
9. Beyond the Four Days: Decoding the Language of Modern Work Flexibility (Job Advertisement Study)
10. The New Talent Currency: Decoding Trends in Work Flexibility (Job Advertisement Study)

Contact

Dr. Matthias Sinnemann
Assistant Professor