The digital transformation of the economy requires managers with a skills portfolio that combines technological competence, business acumen, an understanding of complex networks and the ability to identify and exploit transregional and cross-border business opportunities. The double degree Master’s programme ‘Digital Transformation Technologies and Management’ provides students with the opportunity to acquire an in-depth understanding of the complexity and heterogeneity of the European regions and to develop innovative ways of using the specific characteristics of Europe and the European market to drive digital transformation. Graduates from the programme have the following core competencies:
– Knowledge of digital technologies and practical methods that can be used to analyse their impact on organizations and businesses in particular;
– The ability to apply artificial intelligence, IT security principles, virtual reality technology and 3D modelling concepts to the design of information systems;
– The ability to develop and evaluate digital strategies, processes, products and services to meet market demands;
– The knowledge and skills to drive digital transformation in organizations and to establish start-ups for that purpose;
– An understanding of current academic research in the fields of IT and business management;
– An appreciation of the challenges and opportunities of transnational cooperation within the European Union.