Joint interdisciplinary study trip, in which students from the three Executive Master Degree Programmes gain knowledge about programme-related and interdisciplinary topics in relation to the financial hubs of Hong Kong and Singapore. The specialised knowledge attained on location will be linked to the knowledge already obtained during the programme. This shall be presented to experts with regard to a given programme-related topic and discussed using (legal) comparisons.

Interaktive Vorlesungen mit Fallbeispielen, Workshops, Vorträge.

Die Studierenden erwerben folgende Fachkompetenzen:
Sie kennen
• die einschlägigen Jurisdiktionen vor Ort sowie die signifikanten Unterschiede zum Heimatrecht;
• die rechtliche Behandlung von Gesellschaften des Zielorts und können die im Studiengang erworbenen Kenntnisse anwenden.

Erstellung einer Präsentation mit Vortrag und intensiver Diskussion im Ple-num/Teilnahme an der Studienreise. Abweichend davon kann die Prüfungs-leistung durch die Studienleitung ebenso eine wissenschaftliche Ausarbei-tung einer Seminararbeit/Teilnahme an der Studienreise vorsehen. Die ge-nauen Modalitäten werden durch die Studienleitung im Rahmen der Vorbe-reitung der Studienreise rechtzeitig bekannt gegeben.

Alternativ kann ein frei wählbares Modul der anderen angebotenen Executive Masterstudiengänge (z.B. in International Taxation oder in Bank- und Finanzmarktrecht) abgeschlossen werden. Ebenfalls besteht die Möglichkeit, eine schriftliche Case Study im Rahmen des „I&F Family Wealth Preservation Award“ zu bearbeiten. Insgesamt können nur zwei der drei Wahlmodule ersetzt werden. Mindestens eines dieser Wahlmodule (Module 5 bis 7) muss als Vorlesungsmodul besucht werden.

To support the holistic educational aim of artistic and technically skilled graduates, this report unites technical disciplines embedded in the curriculum into a compulsory document/ report.
It is coordinated with the lecturers of the theoretical subjects that are supporting it by iterative consultations.

exercises, research, writing, case study

Paper, Portfolio, exercises, minimum 70% mandatory presence, continuous assessment

Web-based Information Systems covers subjects related to Web-related technologies. The goal is providing a solid understanding of the “Internet”, which is a cornerstone of modern Information Systems. Students are expected to learn a solid basis that can be further expanded by other courses taught in the MSc. in Information Systems. The main topics discussed in Web-based Information Systems entail:

· Basic architectures of Distributed Systems
· Routing and Switching
· IP and MAC addresses
· Domain Name System
· Client/Server
· Content Delivery Network
· Local Area Network and Wide Area Network
· Virtual Private Network
· Transmission Control Protocol and User Datagram Protocol

• Interactive Lectures
• Simple in-class Exercises (a laptop is required)
• (optional) Homework

After successful completion of the course, students will know how the Internet works at a basic level. They will be able to understand the various processes that occur while browsing the Web. They will also learn how to allocate the IP address pool to configure a simple network. In more detail, students will

Professional competence

• Understand the pillars of distributed information systems and related acronyms: DNS, IP, MAC, LAN, WAN, VPN, CDN, TCP, UDP

Methodological competence

• Know the steps that are performed by “client and server” while exchanging the information involved in web-browsing
• Learn how to setup an environment of networked information systems

Social competence

• Be able to understand and express themselves in “technical” terminology

Personal competence

• Learn the elements that make up a network of information systems

Technological competence

• Configure the network interfaces of information systems

Written exam (60min)

The Free Master's Thesis builds on the student's preliminary study and is supervised individually by the unit. The thesis contains a developed hypothesis that is verified (or falsified) within the framework of a freely chosen design project. In addition to the actual design project, the free Master's thesis includes the design and production of the thesis book. This consists of three parts: the documentation of the design project, a theoretical report and a technical report. The formal aspects of the thesis and the thesis book are described in the Master's Thesis regulations.

Free project work, mentored by the unit.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to

Successful completion of 3 Advanced Studios in the Master's degree programme. In addition, the Preliminary Study must have been completed with a minimum grade of 5.0.

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment, midterm and final reviews.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: design project (60%), presentation (10%) and thesis book (30%: 10% theoretical report, 10% technical report and 10% project documentation).

The Professional Practice gives students the opportunity to work in an architectural office or related fields to gain new practical experience in different stages from design studies, competition entries and construction projects up to the on-site building process. The Professional Practice is planned and set up by the students, under the guidance of mentors. Thereby students learn to apply for a new job. They prepare a professional portfolio and document their learnings during the professional practice. Those who already work in an architecture office or in related fields can also complete the Professional Practice module but must arrange a work situation that allows them to gain experience in a new field within their employment for the required duration. The experiences and insights gained during the Professional Practice are presented at the University of Liechtenstein and reviewed in front of the mentors.

Professional practice under the guidance of mentors.
Professional Practice enables students to establish a close link to practice. By working on studies, competitions or real
projects, students gain a deeper insight into various areas and phases of architecture and related fields. By collaborating
on real projects, students are enabled to supplement their theoretical studies with practical work.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance
Two mentoring meetings, the first before starting the professional practice and the second during the professional practice.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: professional practice documentation (60%) and presentation (40%).

Tectonics relates building methods from construction in wood, brick, stone or concrete to theoretical approaches of Schinkel, Semper, Viollet-le-Duc or Choisy and reflects upon the relation of form, structure and construction. Built examples serve to record the material laws that determine the construction and illuminates these at various levels of scale. The conceptually and constructively formulated detail, which essentially describes the character of a building, is the focus of the tectonic investigations. This research on iconic buildings is undertaken in axonometric drawings that allow to explain the specific tectonic approach.

The seminar involves interactive lectures with exercises to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical design and analysis skills.

After successful completion of the seminar, students will be able to

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance and continuous assessment.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: final submission (80%) and oral presentation (20%).

Extracurriculare Activities comprise of various activities that are not linked to the Curriculum of the MSc in Information Systems, which are optional and further support the studying of the Master programme.

The sustainable operation within a complex architectural or urban environment is critically analysed and applied. The Bachelor’s Thesis students take part in one of the Advanced Studios within the Bachelor´s degree programme. The thesis includes a developed hypothesis which is verified (or falsified) within the context of a design project.

Guided project work in the design studio. A seminar week focussing on the studio topic is an integral part of the design studio.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to

Successful completion of all four foundation studios and one Advanced Studio within the Bachelor's degree programme.

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment, midterm and final reviews.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: design project (60%), final presentation (20%) and thesis book (20%).

The Bachelor's Thesis comprises the design and production of the Bachelor's thesis book, in which the entire research and design process of the design project is documented. The formal aspects of the Bachelor's Thesis are described in the Bachelor's Thesis regulations. The thesis book can be written in German or English.

This module, optionally to be undertaken in the third semester, serves as a basis for an individual Master’s Thesis, if successfully completed with a minimum grade of 5.0. The sustainable operation within a self-chosen area is critically analysed and applied. It contains a research question, an in-depth theoretical investigation as well as a conceptual outline for a Theoretical Report and a Technical Report. In the Preliminary Study the supervision consists of directing the preparation of the thesis proposal and the research design as well as the development of the student’s clear conceptual position. The Preliminary Study needs to be completed at the University of Liechtenstein and is reviewed before a panel of experts of the related research unit.

The Preliminary Study, optionally to be undertaken in the third semester, serves as a basis for an individual Master’s Thesis. It contains a research question and a theoretical investigation that serve as a conceptual outline for the Theoretical and Technical Report of the aspired Master’s Thesis. Site, programme and user profile for a design proposal are evaluated and proposed.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to

Minimum 75% compulsory attendance, continuous assessment and regular meetings with instructors.
The final grade is calculated according to the weighting of the following components: final submission (80%) and oral presentation (20%).

Im Anschluss an das zweite Modul erwerben die Studierenden im dritten Modul vertiefte Kenntnisse rund um die Geldwäscherei im weiteren Sinne, das heisst im breiten Zusammenhang mit den üblicherweise damit assoziierten Kriminalitätsformen der Geldwäscherei, der Terrorismusfinanzierung und der organisierten Kriminalität. Das Modul vermittelt Wissen sowohl auf nationaler als auch auf supranationaler Ebene.
Im ersten Teil des Moduls erhalten die Studierenden eine Einführung in das liechtensteinische Gesetz über die beruflichen Sorgfaltspflichten zur Bekämpfung von Geldwäscherei, organisierter Kriminalität und Terrorismusfinanzierung (SPG) und beschäftigen sich anschliessend mit einer detaillierten Analyse der Straftat der Geldwäscherei. Im zweiten Teil des Moduls werden die weiten Begriffe der Terrorismusfinanzierung und der organisierten Kriminalität behandelt, wobei die Studierenden die relevanten Vorschriften kennenlernen, die über mehrere Paragrafen des StGB verteilt sind. Der dritte und schwerpunktmässige Teil des Moduls vermittelt umfassende supranationale Perspektiven: Die Studierenden erarbeiten fundierte Kenntnisse über die verschiedenen Ebenen, auf denen wirtschaftsstrafrechtlich relevantes Hard Law und Soft Law entwickelt werden, einschliesslich der Strukturen des EWR-, EU- und internationalen Rechts. Ferner werden bedeutende Institutionen wie FATF und MONEYVAL vorgestellt, die für Liechtenstein eine sehr wichtige Rolle spielen.
Das Modul behandelt folgende Themenbereiche:
• Das liechtensteinische Sorgfaltspflichtgesetz (SPG)
• Der Straftatbestand der Geldwäscherei (§ 165 StGB)
• Die Straftaten der Terrorismusfinanzierung und Organisierter Kriminalität
• Das EWR-Recht und seine Organe
• Einführung in das EU-Recht
• Das EU-Strafrecht
• Das internationale Strafrecht
• Zentrale internationale Institutionen zur Bekämpfung von Kriminalität

Interaktive Vorlesung mit eingehender Diskussion.

Die Studierenden erwerben die Fachkompetenz, die Vorschriften des liechtensteinischen Sorgfaltspflichtgesetzes (SPG) sowie die Straftatbestände der Geldwäscherei, Terrorismusfinanzierung und organisierten Kriminalität fundiert anzuwenden. Sie sind in der Lage, komplexe grenzüberschreitende Sachverhalte zu analysieren, Risiken für Unternehmen und Behörden zu erkennen und präventive Handlungsempfehlungen abzuleiten. Darüber hinaus können die Studierenden supranationale Rechtsentwicklungen beurteilen, Unterschiede zwischen nationalem, EWR-, EU- und internationalem Recht erkennen sowie deren Zusammenspiel verstehen und die Rolle zentraler Institutionen wie FATF und MONEYVAL für die Praxis in Liechtenstein einordnen.