The MCI is a signatory of the PRME (Principles for Responsible Management Education) initiative of the United Nations and committed to pursuing ethics, responsibility and sustainability in teaching, research and organisational practice. The ‘Sustainable Development Goals’ (SDGs) provide an overarching framework in this effort. In this context, both responsible management education and responsibility towards society (including third mission activities) are objectives of this research area. Responsibility has a legal as well as an ethical component and must be considered in all management areas (personnel, strategy, lifelong learning, etc.).
Responsibility is linked to both law and ethics and is based on values and principles (Jean Monnet Chairs). Fields of application of this approach are, amongst others, digitalisation (e.g. artificial intelligence), the health sector and, more generally, decision-making, especially at the EU level (lobbying, etc.).
Against the backdrop of dynamic developments (digitalisation, demographic developments, sustainability, etc.), responsible management is of great importance, particularly in the areas of management, strategy (especially regarding Mergers & Acquisitions) and organisation (HR and personnel). The challenges these changes pose for society, companies and employees are a subject of this research focus, which emphasises both research and practical transfer (SMA Research Lab).
Digital and sustainable Learning is at the forefront of addressing the complex challenges that digitalization presents for both individual growth and organizational evolution, now and in the future. Our research prioritizes knowledge management, competence development, and learning within the information society, with a keen focus on sustainable practices. Furthermore, we explore digital workplace learning and emerging trends in vocational education and training. Our goal is to ensure that digital learning solutions of the future are not only effective and innovative but also mindful of their environmental and societal impact.
Responding responsibly to future changes today and actively shaping the future are crucial competencies for the 21st century (UNESCO Chair Futures Literacy). For this to happen, individuals and organisations need to continuously develop. Topics in this research field include futures literacy, lifelong learning, organisational behaviour, emotions in organisations and behavioural economics.
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