Learning objectives:
Strategic Skills & Business Communication

The core focus of this module is to improve in-depth research skills with advanced professional communication in an international context.

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

  1. Analyze the Consulting Field: Deepen their understanding of a consultant's function and role within diverse project teams and the broader landscape of national and international markets.

  2. Business English: Confidently use English as a professional working language when presenting, debating, and creating technical documentation.

  3. Conduct Applied Research: Independently investigate and prepare a case study on an assigned consulting sub-market or specialist topic.

  4. Simulate Professional Scenarios: Construct and deliver effective presentations while adopting the persona of a consultant, including skillfully defending their proposals and responding to audience challenges.

Core contents:

  • Types and Markets of Consulting

  • Professional and Personal Requirements for Consultants

  • Legal Foundations of Consulting

  • Consulting Acquisition

  • Consulting Implementation

  • Fee/Remuneration Models

  • Communication in the Consulting Process

  • International Consulting

  • Detailed Consulting Sub-Markets

Course manual:
https://moduldb.htwsaar.de/cgi-bin/moduldb-c?bkeys=wi3&ckeys=wcx&lang=en