This module for newly appointed professors includes an introduction to the Swiss higher education landscape and the organization, structure, culture, values and strategy of the university. Information on support options, the most important services and relevant aspects in the areas of teaching, research, infrastructure, IT services and finance, people and culture are also presented. The module is part of the core offering. Registration is by invitation.

Speakers:
President, Vice Presidents, directors, General Secretary and departmental and subject area heads

Duration:
One day, including lunch

Date:
20 September 2024
17 October 2025

This module for newly appointed professors focuses on the topic of personnel management and leadership. Participants become familiar with their various roles and learn about leadership models, principles and tools, as well as key points concerning the Code of Conduct, promotion of early career researchers and employee reviews. The module is part of the core offering. Registration is by invitation.

Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Michael Watkins (external lecturer)

Duration:
One day, including lunch

Date:
12 April 2024

This module is designed specifically for professors with additional leadership functions and includes various sections on university governance and personnel and financial management. In addition, certain relevant topics from INSIDE I and II modules are explored in greater depth (e.g. promotion of early career researchers, diversity, academic and personal integrity). The course is part of the core offering. Registration is by invitation.

Speakers:
Members of the President's Board and Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Bernhard Eitel (external lecturer)

Duration:
One day, including lunch

Date:
17 May 2024

This module is open to all professors and includes various workshops with case studies on conducting interviews, self-management, conflict management, change management and good clinical practice. The half-day to one-day course is optional.

The concept is still under development and will be continuously supplemented.

Individual course on Leadership Lab:
Speakers: Prof. Dr. Manuel Battegay
Duration: half a day (morning)
Date: 25 April 2024
Costs: free of charge
Registration: via professional education program offered by of the University of Basel

The INSIDE VI module is specifically designed for former and current deans. Members of university management address strategic issues currently relevant to the university in a half-day retreat.

In addition to the various «INSIDE» modules, professors at the university also have access to numerous other courses and workshops as part of the general professional education program offered by the University of Basel.