I-Week 2027

Registration will be open from September 21, 2026, to December 6, 2026.

  • Teaching Day Time from Time to
    Monday 18.1.2027 9:00 16:00
    Tuesday 19.1.2027 8:30 16:00
    Wednesday 20.1.2027 8:30 16:00

    NEBOJSA DIMIC – Corporate Responsibility and Ethics in Finance

    Offered by the Faculty of Finance and Accounting

    Course in InSIS – 1MT555, classroom – ?, Max. number of students 30



    Nebojsa Dimic     is an Associate Professor (tenure track) at the University of Vaasa, working in the Finance Group at the School of Accounting and Finance. His teaching focuses on areas such as corporate responsibility and ethics in finance, financial markets, sustainability, and green finance. His research interests include ESG investing, climate-related financial risks, and international financial markets, with numerous publications in leading academic journals.

     

    Course syllabus:

    The course provides an overview of topical themes related to corporate social responsibility and ethics in finance. The main objective of the course is to enhance students’ awareness of why corporate responsibility and ethics matter. After completing the course, students should be able to understand how firms and their business models can affect the society and environment. Furthermore, students should recognize that ethical frameworks and corporate social responsibility are important aspects to be considered in decision-making. The course will enhance students’ generic skills in sustainability and ethics, problem solving as well as written and oral expression. The course also aims to develop competencies in terms of interpersonal skills, teamwork, and cross-cultural co-operation.

    WOJCIECH STILLER – Tax and Data

    Offered by the Faculty of Finance and Accounting

    Course in InSIS – 1VF555, classroom – ?, Max. number of students 30



    Wojciech Stiller     is a Professor of Business Taxation at the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR Berlin), where he has been teaching since 2013. In addition to his academic role, he serves as Program Director of the FACT Master’s programme and Dean of Studies for Master’s programmes. He holds a PhD in economics from the University of Mannheim and has also worked there as a research and teaching associate. His expertise covers national and international business taxation, tax accounting, and VAT, with a strong research focus on topics such as tax fraud, digitalization, and international taxation. He is actively involved in international research and regularly presents his work at academic conferences.

     

    Course syllabus:

    This intensive course provides students with a unique, interdisciplinary bridge between legal tax frameworks, economic theory, and advanced data analytics. Students will first master the legal foundation and economic relevance of Value Added Tax (VAT). Armed with this knowledge, they will pivot into the data lab. Utilizing industry-level data, students will apply descriptive statistics and regression analysis to test concrete hypotheses regarding how VAT rates, exemptions, and cross-border regulations impact real-world business decisions.

    By the end of this intensive course, students will be able to:

    • Navigate core EU and international VAT legal frameworks and identify tax optimization vs. compliance risks.
    • Understand the economic incidence of VAT (who bears the tax burden) and its distortionary effects on business operations.
    • Formulate testable economic hypotheses regarding tax changes.
    • Execute descriptive statistics and ordinary least squares (OLS) regression models using statistical software to isolate tax effects.
    • Translate complex statistical outputs into clear legal and business recommendations.

    TOBIAS KAUFMANN – Personal Wealth Management

    Offered by the Faculty of Finance and Accounting

    Course in InSIS – 1VF556, classroom – ?, Max. number of students 25



    Tobias Kaufmann     is an academic affiliated with the University of Bamberg at the Chair of Banking and Financial Control. He specializes in finance, controlling, and accounting, and has completed his doctoral studies at the University of Bamberg. His academic background also includes international experience, with studies in finance and actuarial mathematics at the Universidad de Alcalá in Spain.

     

    Course syllabus:

    The objective of this lecture is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial situation of private households and the various opportunities for building, managing, and safeguarding personal wealth over the life cycle. The course emphasizes the importance of incorporating financial considerations into individual decision-making processes throughout life. Students acquire practical and readily applicable tools for the organization of household finances and for making informed financial decisions. The course offers a structured overview of financial products available to private investors and explains the functioning of financial markets from a market microstructure perspective. It introduces the key criteria relevant to financial planning and demonstrates how to develop a coherent investment strategy. Particular emphasis is placed on the analysis and evaluation of major investment instruments, including fixed-income securities, equity investments, active and passive investment funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and real estate investments for both personal use and investment purposes. The benefits and risks associated with these instruments are systematically examined.

     

    CIARA GILMARTIN – Digital Marketing in the International Context

    Offered by the Faculty of International Relations

    Course in InSIS – 2IB354, classroom – NB 177A, max. number of students 35



    Ciara Gilmartin     is a Lecturer in Marketing at Technological University Dublin. She holds an MSc in Advertising and is currently pursuing a PhD focused on the commercial determinants of health. Her work lies at the intersection of marketing, public policy, and social impact. She teaches a range of subjects including digital and strategic marketing and is known for her practice-oriented approach, integrating real-world case studies and industry collaboration into her teaching. Her research focuses on corporate lobbying, public health communication, and the influence of commercial interests on policy.

     

    Course syllabus: 

    The aim of the course is to clarify the influence of modern information and communication technologies as an accelerating tool for the development of relationship marketing. Students who successfully complete the course will know the principles of electronic commerce and electronic marketing, including the typology of e-business, e-procurement and especially B2B and B2C marketing in the global environment. Students will understand the penetration of the Internet into communication activities (online advertising, mobile marketing, Internet sales support, social networks such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).

    EMIL MARTIROSYAN – Supply Chain Management

    Offered by the Faculty of International Relations

    Course in InSIS – 2OP354, classroom – NB 474, max. number of students 25



    Emil Martirosyan     is an adjunct faculty member at Webster Vienna Private University in the field of Management. He contributes to teaching business and management-related subjects as part of the university’s Business and Management faculty.

     

    Course syllabus: 

    This course provides an introduction to supply chain management and the role of logistics within modern organizations. Students will examine the relationships between logistics and other business functions, including marketing and operations management, and explore the principles of physical distribution, inventory management, and stock control models. The course emphasizes logistics decision-making processes, priority setting, and analytical thinking in commercial environments. Through practical examples and case studies, students will develop an understanding of how logistics contributes to organizational efficiency and customer value in supply chains.

    NATHALIE CHALVESCHE – Efficient Communication in International Corporate Environment


    Offered by the Faculty of International Relations
    Course in InSIS – 2IB352, classroom – NB 457, max. number of students 25

    Nathalie Chalvesche     is an experienced lecturer in Business English at IAE Aix‑Marseille Graduate School of Management, where she has been working since 1996. She serves as Academic Director of the Executive Bachelor in Operational Management programme and is actively involved in continuing education. Her expertise lies in business communication, language training, and pedagogical innovation, including e‑learning and practice‑oriented teaching. She combines extensive international teaching experience with a strong focus on developing students’ professional and communication skills.
    Course syllabus:
    This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, principles, and tools of effective communication in international corporate environments. Students will develop practical skills for communicating across different organizational levels and business contexts, with a particular focus on public speaking, audience engagement, and professional presence. The course explores techniques for transforming nervousness into positive energy, enhancing communication impact, and adapting messages to diverse audiences. Special attention is given to intercultural communication and the challenges and opportunities of communicating within culturally diverse workplaces. Through practical exercises and real-world applications, students will learn to prepare, structure, deliver, and evaluate business communication in a global context.

    BEVERLEY HONIG – Artificial intelligence and contract management in supply chain management

    Offered by the Faculty of International Relations

    Course in InSIS – 2IB424, classroom – ?, Max. number of students 25

     

    Beverley Honig is part of the 2016 Businesswomen’s Hall of Fame. She is the 2015 winner of Australian Financial Review/Westpac 100 Women of Influence and is recognized as one of the top business entrepreneurs in Australia. She is an internationally qualified lawyer, Chief Executive of Honeylight Enterprises, and has held numerous leadership roles, including long-term Director of the Australia-Israel Chamber of Commerce. She has also served as a judge, board member, and chair across various institutions in business, education, and public service.

     

    Course syllabus:

    This course explores contract management as a key discipline within supply chain management, with a particular focus on relational contracts, where trust, collaboration, and shared risk create long-term value between contracting parties. It examines how artificial intelligence is transforming the creation, execution, and management of contracts, reshaping business relationships and strategic decision-making. Students will analyze the impact of AI on business strategy, productivity, efficiency, and contracting practices, including emerging applications such as smart contracts enabled by blockchain technologies. The course also takes a forward-looking perspective on the future of contracting, while critically assessing areas where AI has limited effectiveness from a strategic and managerial standpoint. Through this balanced approach, students gain both practical insight and critical understanding of AI-driven developments in contract management.

    PAUL GAUCI – Authentic and Creative Leadership

    Offered by the Faculty of Business Administration

    Course in InSIS – 3PS675, classroom – ?, Max. number of students 30

    Paul Gauci is a Visiting Senior Lecturer at the University of Malta, specializing in management, leadership, and human resource development. With over 25 years of international experience, he combines academic teaching with practical training across various industries. He is a recognized training professional, an award‑winning expert in leadership development, and an active speaker at international conferences.

     

    Course syllabus: will be added

    KARSTEN BÖHM – Transformative Technology Usage in the Age of Generative AI – A Balancing Act

    Offered by the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics
    Course in InSIS – 4IT470, classroom –  RB 204, max. number of students 25
    Karsten Böhm is a Professor of Business Informatics at FH Kufstein Tirol in Austria, with extensive academic and industry experience. His work focuses on knowledge management, digital innovation, and information systems. He combines research, teaching, and practical expertise gained from collaboration with technology-oriented companies and international projects. He is also actively involved in academic development, innovation processes, and international cooperation.
    Course syllabus:
    This intensive course explores the rapidly evolving impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on technology use in both business and society. It introduces current trends and real-world applications while encouraging students to critically reflect on their own approach to technology, balancing its benefits with the development of independent thinking and personal skills. Through interactive group work, the course emphasizes the importance of maintaining autonomy and building resilience in a dynamic digital environment.

    MIRJANA KLJAJIĆ BORŠTNAR – Basics of Data Analytics and Visualization

    Offered by the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics
    Course in InSIS – 4ST460, classroom – ?, max. number of students 25

    Mirjana Kljajić Borštnar is a full professor of information systems at the University of Maribor and a recognized expert in data analytics, decision support systems, and knowledge-based systems. Her research focuses on data mining, multi‑criteria decision making, and organizational learning, and she has published extensively in leading international journals. She is actively involved in international academic networks, conferences, and research projects, particularly in the areas of digital transformation and AI, and has received several awards for her scientific work.

    Course syllabus:
    The course introduces students to key concepts and practical tools for analyzing and visually presenting data to support decision-making. It covers theoretical foundations of visualization, data storytelling, and data mining techniques such as clustering and classification, while also developing skills in working with real datasets and software tools. Through hands-on exercises and projects, students learn how to transform complex data into clear, meaningful insights applicable in business and research contexts.

    ANDREJA PUCIHAR – Designing Digital Business Models: From Idea to Digital Platform

    Offered by the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics
    Course in InSIS – 4SA630, classroom – ? , max. number of students 25
    Andreja Pucihar is a full professor of information systems at the University of Maribor and head of study programs in information systems management. She is an expert in digital transformation, innovation, and digital business models, with more than 20 years of experience in international and industry-focused projects. She leads research in digital business and decision support systems, publishes in leading journals, and is actively involved in academic communities, including organizing the Bled eConference and contributing to international scientific journals.
    Course syllabus:
    The course introduces students to how digital transformation, platform-based models, and AI shape modern business. Through a mix of theory and hands-on workshops, students analyze real-world cases and use tools such as the Business Model Canvas to design their own digital business ideas. Working in teams, they develop concepts into prototypes and present them in a final pitch, gaining practical experience in creating innovative, scalable business solutions.

    NIKOLAOS BELESIS – Chapters in Economics III.: Financial Statements Analysis: Practical Guide for Economists

    Offered by the Faculty of Economics
    Course in InSIS – 5EN383 , classroom – ? , max. number of students 20
    Nikolaos Belesis worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA – Auditor). He was mainly engaged on Auditing Financial Statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). From 2015 he was promoted to Audit Manager. He was responsible for the entire audit cycle of each Audit Engagement (From Planning to Audit Report).
    He is also assistant Professor in Accounting on the department of Business Administration on the University of Piraeus. He teach in Graduate and Post Graduate level the following courses: Auditing – International Standards of Audit (ISA) Financial Accounting – Managerial Accounting – Accounting for Maritime Companies – Greek GAAP –Accounting Software.

    Course syllabus:

    This practical course serves as an introduction to the world of financial statements and their characteristics, emphasizing their key role in shaping financial decisions. Students will learn the fundamentals of financial statements, which are an essential tool in the financial decision-making process.

    The course presents various techniques for conducting a detailed analysis of financial statements. Students will learn to work with financial ratios and will be introduced to horizontal and vertical analysis of financial statements. The aim is for students to acquire the knowledge that will enable them to see not only the numbers but also to look beyond the statements and apply economic intuition. In addition, students will become familiar with the key characteristics of an audit report, an essential aspect of financial analysis.
    The teaching approach of this course is based on real-world applications, ensuring that every concept students learn is supported by practical, authentic examples. This course is not just about lecturing; it is based on interaction, where active student participation is key.

    By the end of the course, students will have the skills to assess a company’s financial health. Students will be able to analyze a company’s financial statements, identify its strengths and weaknesses, and assess its potential future trajectory. This course is not just about learning; it is about equipping students with the skills to critically evaluate and interpret the financial position of any company. Sign up for this engaging course and transform your perspective on financial statements and how to analyze them!

    PAULO FAGANDINI – Economics of Incentives for Policy and Politics

    Offered by the Faculty of Economics
    Course in InSIS – 5EN381, classroom – ?, max. number of students 20
    Paulo Fagandini is a Business Engineer fro the University of Chile, and hold a PhD in Economics from Nova School of Business and Economics. Currently, he serve as Assistant Professor of Economics (Adjunct) at the Lisbon Accounting & Business School and also at Nova School of Business and Economics, where he teach Microeconomics (BSc), Econometrics (BSc), and Mathematics (MSc and PhD). He is a member of the CEFAGE Research Center.
    His research focuses mostly on applied economics. Previously he worked on corporate finance and applied microeconomic theory, mainly on auctions, contract theory, and matching. He has published research in peer reviewed journals like Computational Economics and Managerial and Decision Economics.

    Course syllabus:

    The course has as it main goal to help students understand how incentives shape behavior in organizations of different kinds, and confront them with several situations where the economic theory provides a useful framework to implement solutions to these issues.

    By the end of the course, it is expected that students will be able to apply basic game-theoretic and contract-theoretic models to analyze strategic situations, and furthermore, to recognize incentive problems in organizations and public policy settings.

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