This seminar presents cutting-edge discussions in urban theory that shed light into globally and locally connected processes of urbanisation. In the face of increasing global challenges, it is incumbent upon designers to engage with climate change, uneven development, migration, economic crises and social conflicts. Cities and regions are key sites in which these challenges are staked, resulting in an uneven landscape of resources and opportunities.
The course therefore analyses state-of-the-art theoretical texts from fields such as urban studies and geography, in order to provide insight into the urbanisation processes that underlie contemporary urban life.

Lectures, oral presentations, textual analysis, written assignments

After successful completion of the course, 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%).

Modul 6 vermittelt die Grundlagen des Versicherungsrechts, vom Versicherungsaufsichtsrecht (Solvency) über das Recht der Versicherungsvermittlung (IDD; PRIIP-Verordnung) bis zum liechtensteinischen, schweizerischen und österreichischen Versicherungsvertragsrecht (VersVG; VVG).
Im zivilrechtlichen Teil des Moduls werden die Grundlagen für Versicherungsverträge beleuchtet (VersVG; ABGB). Dabei erfolgt auch ein Blick über die Grenze auf die Rezeptionsgrundlagen in Österreich und der Schweiz. Ange-sichts der eminenten Bedeutung des Cross border-Geschäfts in Liechtenstein stehen auch grenzüberschreitende Versicherungsdienstleistungen und die Vorgaben des Internationalen Versicherungsvertragsrecht (IVersVG) sowie des europäischen Versicherungsrechts im Mittelpunkt.
Im aufsichtsrechtlichen Teil des Moduls wird die Regulierung von Versicherungsunternehmen erörtert, wobei auch sonstige Vorsorgeeinrichtungen (insbesondere Pensionskassen) einbezogen werden. Im Zentrum des Versiche-rungsaufsichtsrechts stehen die Pflichten nach der Solvency II-Richtlinie bzw. dem liechtensteinischen Versiche-rungsaufsichtsgesetz (VersAG). Dabei wird auch die grenzüberschreitende Erbringung von Dienstleistungen im EWR aus aufsichtsrechtlicher Sicht behandelt. Teil des Moduls ist auch das Gesetz über die betriebliche Personal-vorsorge (BPVG). Zudem erfolgt eine detaillierte Auseinandersetzung mit der Versicherungsvermittlung nach der Versicherungsvertriebsrichtlinie bzw. IDD (Insurance Distribution Directive). Ein Fokus liegt schliesslich auf der Produktregulierung nach der PRIIP-Verordnung (Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products).

Interaktive Vorlesung, eingehende Diskussion unter Einbeziehung der Studierenden, ggf. einzelne Gruppenausar-beitungen.

Die Studierenden haben fundierte Kenntnisse im Privatversicherungsrecht und können Versicherungsunterneh-men in rechtlichen Fragestellungen beraten. Die Studierenden sind mit der Zulassung sowie Beaufsichtigung von Versicherungsunternehmen, insbesondere nach der Solvency II und dem VersAG, vertraut und erlangen vertiefte Kenntnisse über die betriebliche Personalvorsorge. Sie kennen die Rechtsgrundlagen des Versicherungsvertriebs und können Rechtsfragen im Zusammenhang mit der Versicherungsvermittlung eigenständig zu lösen. Insbeson-dere kennen sie die zentralen Inhalte der IDD sowie der Produktregulierung nach der PRIIPs-VO.

Schriftliche Prüfung à 90 Min.

Alternativ können die Studierenden bei 2 der 3 Wahlmodule ein frei wählbares Modul der anderen Executive Masterstudiengänge («Executive Master of Laws in International Taxation», «Executive Master of Laws im Gesell-schafts-, Stiftungs- und Trustrecht» oder «Executive Master of Laws im Wirtschaftsstrafrecht») belegen.

This optional module allows for various kinds of research studies. It is closely connected to the five units of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture and is usually part of ongoing research projects. The supervision consists of directing the students towards clear results within a given field of research. The individual study is reviewed within the respective unit.

Built Heritage & Upcycling Unit:
Modern architecture came to Liechtenstein in 1924: on a bicycle in the form of the young German architect Ernst Sommerlad. Sommerlad reinterpreted international modernism for the Alpine region and created dozens of residential buildings in the Principality as well as in Appenzell, St. Gallen, Graubünden and Vorarlberg. On the occasion of a scientific symposium at the University of Liechtenstein in fall 2025, we are taking a close scientific look at Sommerlad' s broad and exciting oeuvre in cooperation with the state and the OST (Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences). Be part of it!

Self-defined design or research studies, developed individually or in groups agreed upon with research units and under the guidance of mentors. The size of the module is determined by the respective unit.

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

None.
It is recommended to complete this course in the third semester. The prerequisite for admission is a subject registration and the approval of the responsible unit.

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

Individual appointments will be set with the tutor.

Group projects are also possible, as well as group work with individual submissions.

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 sowie selbstständige Erarbeitung einer Präsen-tation und anschliessender Diskussion.

Die Studienreise bietet den Studierenden einen Einblick in den Arbeitsalltag verschiedener Finanzmarktakteure. Dadurch wird die theoretische Wissensvermittlung der anderen Module durch einen praktischen Aspekt abgerun-det. Die Erstellung eines Vortrags mit anschliessender Präsentation und Diskussion ermöglicht den Studierenden, ihr Wissen weiter zu vertiefen und ihre Präsentationsfähigkeiten zu verbessern.

Teilnahme an der Studienreise sowie Erstellung einer Präsentation mit Vortrag und Diskussion im Rahmen der Studienreise

Alternativ können die Studierenden bei 2 der 3 Wahlmodule ein frei wählbares Modul der anderen Executive Masterstudiengänge («Executive Master of Laws in International Taxation», «Executive Master of Laws im Ge-sellschafts-, Stiftungs- und Trustrecht» oder «Executive Master of Laws im Wirtschaftsstrafrecht») belegen.

In the viva voce examination the doctoral student proves that he/she meets the requirements on the dissertation by publically defending his/her dissertation.

The Chairperson of the Board of Examiners, the supervisor and the co-supervisor(s) shall determine a grade for the viva voce examination.

Practise listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills and competences to reach an advanced B2 level (cf. CEFR descriptors).

Information about the placement test is provided on the website of the cross-faculty elective subjects > language courses and by the study programmes.

The schedule is preliminary and can later be adapted upon participants' request.

Interaction, coaching

Develop skills and competences to reach an advanced B2 level (cf. CEFR descriptors)

• listening:

o understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar

• reading:

o understand articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints

• speaking:

o interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible
o take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining own views
o present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to own field of interest
o explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options

• writing:

o write clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects related to own interests
o write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view

Develop skills and competences to reach an advanced B2 level (cf. CEFR descriptors)

• listening:

o understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar

• reading:

o understand articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints

• speaking:

o interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible
o take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining own views
o present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to own field of interest
o explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options

• writing:

o write clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects related to own interests
o write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view

Available on Moodle

Grading

Parts of assessment
A: written assignments
B: presentations
C: report
D: participation

Attendance: minimum 80% required

Grading

Parts of assessment
A: written assignments
B: presentations
C: report
D: participation

Attendance: minimum 80% required

cross-faculty course:
Rules for registration: www.uni.li/cross-faculty

In Project Seminar, students analyse a real-world case from a specific industry. Students divide into groups according to their preferences and work on one of four cases through the lens of process management, data and application security, data science, or digital innovation. The course topics change from semester to semester.

Projects will address security applications in practical context. Exemplary topics include but are not limited to security awareness, security management, data protection, incident response, blockchain applications, penetration testing. Projects are expected to deliver either conceptual designs for security operations or specific tools and their assessment.

• The course involves interactive seminars with workshops and regular presentations.
• The faculty and a jury of representatives from regional companies evaluate the students’ solutions in terms of innovativeness and usefulness and provide them with feedback and advice.

After successful completion of the course, students will

Professional competence

• be able to analyse real-world cases
• integrate knowledge to identify areas of improvement or innovation
• use appropriate methods to develop recommendations for a case company

Methodological competence

• manage a (small) project
• identify and structure existing information
• work with domain experts (external partners)

Social competence

• self-organise within a group
• work in a group and with external partners
• handling criticism and demonstrate the ability to criticise in a constructive manner

Personal competence

• reflect on limitations of their own work
• work on tasks independently within a group
• manage time

Seminar paper (50%), presentations (50%); attendance is mandatory (80%)

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 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).

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%).