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Future of Work: Strategies|Skills|Self-Leadership (IEL-B-3+5-WPM-IEL)
Department
- Bachelor's program Medical, Health and Sports Engineering
Course unit code
- IEL-B-3+5-WPM-IEL
Level of course unit
- Bachelor
Year of study
- Fall 2024
Semester when the course unit is delivered
- 5
Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5.0
Name of lecturer(s)
- Pattermann Juliana, BA MA MSc
- FH-Prof. Dr. Spieß Teresa
Learning outcomes of the course unit
- Upon completion of this elective course, students will be able to:
- Explore the multiple dynamics and trends shaping the Future of Work
- Design individual strategies for long-term career planning in a changing and challenging environment
- Assess, build and further develop in-demand skills for work environments of the future such as continuous learning, building personal brands and networks, adaptability to change and personal resilience as well as self-leadership
- Reflect on personal values, strengths, and passions as well as concepts like “meaningful work” and align those ideas with individual career aspirations
Mode of delivery
- face-to-face
Recommended optional program components
- none
Course contents
- - The Future of Work: How work and career paths will change
- Drivers of change: Technological advancements, social transformation and environmental dynamics
- Crafting careers: Developing career strategies for the Future of Work, considering concepts like “meaningful work”
- Mastering essential skills: Continuous learning, embracing change, personal branding, building networks, resilience, self-leadership and well-being
- Harnessing personal uniqueness: Reflecting values, strengths and passions as career catalysts
- "Crafting Your Life": A simulation where students balance work, life, and values
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
- The course comprises an interactive mix of lectures, discussions and individual and group work.
Assessment methods and criteria
- Group Work (40%), Individual Reflection (60%)
Language of instruction
- English
Work placement(s)
- none