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Professur für Daten- und Anwendungssicherheit

Prof. Dr. Pavel Laskov

Data and Application Security

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We develop methods to protect digital systems through intelligent and adaptive technologies, in particular at the interface between cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Our team researches both fundamental and application-oriented aspects of cyber defence:

How do attacks work? How can they be detected? And how can systems continue to operate reliably despite attacks?

In close collaboration with partners from academia and industry, we translate our research findings into practical solutions for current security challenges.

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Research Topics

We address a range of exciting research topics in IT security, including:

We investigate how attackers can deliberately deceive AI models and how these models can be made more resilient, as well as how AI-enabled systems, for example in high-frequency trading or in network management components of 5G infrastructures, can fail under attack and how their robustness can be improved.

We develop systems that use data-driven methods to detect unusual or harmful activities, such as malware, phishing attacks or network anomalies, in complex, dynamic and heterogeneous environments.

We investigate how threat intelligence is generated, shared and used in practice, and how this process can be made more reliable and effective through empirical studies and automated methods.

We apply structured security models such as attack trees to systematically identify and mitigate security risks.

We develop didactic concepts and tools to promote awareness and skills in the field of cybersecurity across different age and professional groups, with a particular focus on closing skills gaps and supporting informed digital participation.

Further areas of focus include benchmarking and reproducibility in security research as well as user-centred studies in the field of cybersecurity.

Teaching and Professional Education

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Our teaching focuses on education in cybersecurity and information systems, predominantly in master's and doctoral degree programmes. We place particular emphasis on practice-oriented learning and the development of research-oriented skills.

Prof. Dr. Pavel Laskov is the academic director of the master's degree programme in Information Systems at the University of Liechtenstein.

Our team is involved in compulsory and elective courses of this degree programme on topics relating to data and application security. In addition, we promote professional education and public awareness, for example through training for professionals and initiatives to raise cybersecurity awareness from an early age.

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Center for Economics

Ass.-Prof. Dr. Tanja Kirn

Centre for Economics

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We develop microsimulation models to analyse the effects of tax and social policy measures. These models enable a better understanding of complex social and economic issues, support well-informed policy decisions and strengthen societal discourse. In teaching, we impart an economic understanding of topics such as consumer behaviour, strategic business decisions, macroeconomics and international trade and financial relations.

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Research Focus Areas

We concentrate on two major societal transformations: demographic change and shifts in consumer behaviour. As these megatrends are of international interest, we collaborate with a range of research partners, including Uppsala University, the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER) and the EU Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC).

  • What impact does demographic change have on pension income from the first and second pillars?
  • How can we age more healthily?
  • How has consumer behaviour changed over time?
  • What are the CO2 emissions associated with our consumption, and how could these emissions be reduced?

Transfer

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Transfer Projects

  • Simulation of the Fiscal Equalisation Act reform (Government of Liechtenstein)
  • Simulation of revenue and distribution effects of the comprehensive tax law revision (Government of Liechtenstein)
  • “Round Table on Poverty” (with Caritas Liechtenstein)

  • Lecture Series for Junior Research Group (since 2023)
  • Organization of the Summer School “Dynamic Microsimulation” (2023) at the University of Freiburg (Germany)
  • Organization of the Summer School “Microsimulation and Advanced Empirical Methods” (2025) at the University of Galway (Ireland)

  • HORIZON funding for the research project “MIGAPE – Mind the Gap in Pension Income,” development of a dynamic microsimulation model
  • NORDFORSK funding for the research project “Sustainable Working Life for Ageing Populations”
  • National expert for the EU Commission, development of SWISSMOD, the Swiss country model of EUROMOD

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Head - Center for Economics Assistant Professor - Liechtenstein Business School
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Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility

Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility (ICM) supports the exchange of students and university staff between EU programme countries and partner countries outside Europe. The programme funds study periods, traineeships and teaching assignments to strengthen international cooperation and intercultural exchange. In addition, ICM facilitates the development of strategic partnerships between universities to enhance academic and administrative collaboration in the long term and to develop innovative projects at an international level. The aim is to expand participants’ knowledge and skills and to promote global exchange.

Opportunities for PhD Students:

  • Research stays
  • Traineeships abroad

 

Opportunities for University Staff / Lecturers:

  • Teaching assignments
  • Initiation of joint projects
  • Job shadowing

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Mobility for Doctoral Students

Researchers and doctoral students at the University of Liechtenstein have the opportunity to spend time conducting research at a university abroad. These stays may be used for research purposes as well as for academic consultations with a dissertation supervisor.

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BIP

Blended Intensive Programme

As part of the Erasmus+ programme generation (2021–2027), the Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP) mobility format was introduced. This format enables short-term group mobility that combines physical and virtual components. Partner universities jointly develop mobility curricula and activities, with the virtual phase supporting collaborative learning. This fosters international cooperation, enhances the quality of teaching and strengthens students’ intercultural skills. At the same time, BIPs offer students who are unable to participate in long-term mobility the opportunity to gain valuable international experience through a short-term programme. In this way, Erasmus+ activities are becoming more inclusive and forward-looking.

 

 

 

  • Participation of at least three partner universities from Erasmus+ programme countries.
  • Physical stay of at least 5 days and no more than 30 days.
  • A minimum of 10 mobile students must participate in person.
  • The BIP must include both a virtual and a physical phase.
  • The BIP must award a minimum of 3 ECTS credits.
  • Conclusion of an Erasmus+ bilateral agreement.

The coordinating university holds primary responsibility for the organisation, application process and administration of a BIP and receives financial support in the form of OS funds (organisational support). In most cases, it also acts as the host institution. However, the BIP may also take place at a different university.

 

The organisation includes a digital learning agreement and the issuing of a transcript of records. The following points should be especially noted for an incoming BIP:

  • Students from the organising university may participate in the BIP, but they do not count towards the minimum number of mobile participants.
  • A partner university from outside Europe may be added as a fourth partner.

The OS funds range from €4,000 to €8,000 depending on the number of participants (minimum of 10). These funds may be used for the preparation, development, implementation and administration of the BIP. This includes, for example, personnel costs (e.g. student assistants), teaching materials, printing costs, room hire, public relations, catering, translation services, events, excursions, and so on.

 

However, these funds may not be used to cover mobility costs under the BIP or to increase individual support.

Mobile participants are funded by their respective sending university through Erasmus+ funds. This applies to both students and university staff wishing to take part in a BIP.

A BIP is coordinated by a partner university in a European programme country, while the University of Liechtenstein participates as a partner university and sends mobile students and staff to the BIP. Participants from the University of Liechtenstein receive a grant to support their participation in the programme.
After nomination by the International Office, students are informed about the required steps and deadlines.

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Student Mobility

Erasmus+ In the field of higher education, Erasmus+ supports physical and blended mobility for students across all fields of study and levels (short-cycle programmes, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as doctoral studies). Students can study at a partner university abroad. In addition, they have the opportunity to combine a study abroad period with an internship to deepen their learning outcomes and gain additional skills.

With the current Erasmus+ programme generation, stays at selected universities outside Europe can also be supported.

Internship Abroad

Traineeships supported by Erasmus+ are a key part of the programme and, in the new programme generation, include a uniformly defined top-up.

 

Students can complete an internship abroad in a company, research institution, laboratory, organisation or other relevant workplace. This applies to all levels of study, as well as to recent graduates, including research assistant placements.

 

Graduates can also undertake a traineeship abroad within one year of graduation, but applications must be submitted while still enrolled. The aim is to facilitate the transition into professional life.

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Professur für Sustainable Finance und Investments

Ass.-Prof. Dr. Othar Kordsachia

Sustainable Finance and Investments

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The teaching and research programme of the Chair in Sustainable Finance and Investments, represented by Assistant Professor Dr. Othar Kordsachia, focuses on the principles of sustainable corporate governance and finance, as well as on the effects of sustainability-oriented regulation on companies and capital markets. Particular emphasis is placed on the integration of social and environmental sustainability criteria in financial decisions and on examining different manifestations of sustainability in investment offerings.

 

In these areas, we are also pleased to act as a point of contact for transfer projects with practice.

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The professorship’s research focuses on various issues in the field of sustainable financial markets and sustainable corporate governance, in particular:

  • Sustainability reporting and CSR risk management
  • Influence of sustainable institutional investors on corporate sustainability
  • Index construction for sustainable development
  • Capital market reactions to sustainability regulations

To ensure that society and the economy benefit from our research findings, scientific expertise and newly developed financial solutions, we place great importance on active knowledge and technology transfer.

In teaching, the professorship offers a broad portfolio of courses in finance and sustainable finance. Numerous theses on sustainable finance address practical issues. We also offer various professional education programmes, such as the Excel Power Workshop.

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Our chair is strongly committed to research, as evidenced by numerous publications in leading academic journals (such as Journal of Banking & Finance, The European Journal of Finance, Journal of Risk Finance, Review of Managerial Science, Journal of Sustainable Finance and Investment and Business Strategy and the Environment). Our research activities are complemented by regular conference contributions on international platforms such as the Conference on Sustainable Banking and Finance and the Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance Symposium.

 

Further information: Liechtenstein Workshop of Sustainable Finance 

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Our Environment

Sustainable Living in Liechtenstein

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Whether it’s drinking tap water, saving discounted groceries, shopping second-hand, or getting around by bike or bus – here you’ll find practical tips on how to make your everyday life at university more sustainable.

Good for the environment and your budget!

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Tap water is safe to drink! The spring water supplied by the Vaduz waterworks has an excellent taste and is always fresh. 85% of the water comes from springs in Malbun, Liechtenstein. The remaining 15% is sourced from the municipalities of Triesen and Triesenberg.

Several initiatives are actively working to combat food waste. For example, the TooGoodtoGo-app allows users to purchase surplus food at reduced prices. Participating restaurants and shops in the region use the app to indicate when leftover meals or products are available. These can then be picked up locally at a significantly discounted price, helping to prevent waste.

Other shops that frequently offer discounted food shortly before closing include:

  • Lidl (Sevelen, Grabs)
  • Aldi (Sevelen, Buchs)
  • Spar (Feldkirch)

In many second-hand shops, charity shops or online platforms (tutti.ch), you can buy used household items, clothes, shoes or bicycles at affordable prices. At the end of your stay, you can resell these items online or donate them to local second-hand shops.

Borrowing Instead of Buying
Do you need something specific for a limited period? Then rent it instead of buying. https://www.sharely.ch/en

In Liechtenstein, the following items should not be thrown in the general waste but taken to the recycling centre (Werkhof) and disposed of separately:

  • Cans
  • Plastic bottles
  • Cardboard
  • Paper

Bicycle
Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Austria have very well-developed cycle paths. You can often find affordable second-hand bikes on www.tutti.ch or at local second-hand shops.

Public Transport in Liechtenstein

The bus pass in Liechtenstein is offered at a reduced rate for students. Municipalities cover up to 50 per cent of the cost of LIEmobil annual passes.

Municipality of Vaduz

Local bus

Some municipalities offer a free local bus service within the town. In Vaduz, the local bus stops near the student residence at the “Rüfestrasse” stop, or below the university at “Spörry”, and above the university at “Bannholzstrasse”.

Day Passes for Switzerland

In Switzerland, discounted day passes for public transport (train, bus, tram, boat) can be purchased at www.sbb.ch. The earlier you book, the cheaper they are.

Friends Day Pass

With the Friends Day Pass Youth, two, three or four of you can travel across Switzerland for a whole day – for just 80 Swiss francs in 2nd class. The only condition: everyone must be 25 or younger. The pass allows you to use all public transport in Switzerland and Liechtenstein: trains, buses, trams and boats. The International Office is happy to provide tips for excursions.

FlixBus

FlixBus actually stops in Vaduz! From there, you can reach eight cities. This offers a budget-friendly way to travel more sustainably or to arrive via international airports other than Zurich.

Interrail Pass 

This pass is valid for six months and can be used by Erasmus+ students for both travel to and from the host country as well as during their Erasmus+ stay.

Detailed information can be found here: Interrail Pass for Erasmus+

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MBA in Technology and Innovation

Next Start: June 2026

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Technology and Innovation

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Technological change and global connectivity demand new leadership and innovation skills. The MBA in Technology and Innovation equips professionals and executives to make forward-looking decisions in a dynamic environment. In this part-time programme, you will acquire practice-oriented expertise in digitalisation, sustainable development, and entrepreneurial innovation. Theory and practice are closely linked, with an international focus, strong practical relevance, and space for individual growth.

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Degree
Master of Business Administration in Technology and Innovation
Programme Start
12 June 2026
Programme Length
4 semester incl. thesis
Programme Credits
60 ETCS
Number of Students
max. 15
Tuition Fee
CHF 32'000.–
Programme Type
Part-time
Programme Language
Primarily in German
Sabina MBA
The MBA showed me how to successfully implement technological innovations. It strengthened me in my role as a team leader and opened up new opportunities, such as establishing change management and leading an additional team.”
Sabina Hodzic, MBA, Senior Manager Technical Acoustics, thyssenkrupp Presta AG
Leo Brecht
Technology changes the rules – innovation makes the difference. Our MBA in Technology & Innovation brings together leadership, implementation power, and practical solutions – for real impact in your company and for you personally.”
Prof. Dr. Leo Brecht, Academic Director MBA in Technology and Innovation
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The results of my MBA thesis demonstrate that hybrid competencies—combining technical expertise, cognitive abilities, leadership, and collaboration—are critical for success in Industry 4.0 and 5.0. The MBA provided me not only with a theoretical foundation but, above all, with a practical framework to develop these competencies myself.”
Dr. Vanja Vukojevic, Team Leader Application Automation, Hamilton Bonaduz AG

Modules of the MBA in Technology and Innovation

The programme comprises 24 modules that explore current topics at the intersection of management, innovation, and technology in depth. It combines core business administration principles with forward-looking subjects such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, digitalisation, and entrepreneurial leadership.

Taking into account international developments and practical requirements, the MBA delivers an interdisciplinary management education that fosters both strategic and technological thinking. The focus is on developing innovation competence, building entrepreneurial skills, and understanding complex economic interrelationships in a dynamic environment.

Module 1 – Business Fundamentals

In the introductory module, students engage with essential business concepts and their relevance for technology- and innovation-driven enterprises. They build a solid foundation in strategic management, accounting, controlling, finance, and risk management. These business fundamentals enable students to critically assess entrepreneurial decisions and evaluate the economic viability of innovation projects.

In addition, they gain an understanding of key economic interrelationships as well as current developments in sustainability, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and reporting standards. The focus is on linking theoretical foundations with practical applications – for example, through case studies and discussions of current challenges from a business context.

Upon completion of this module, students are able to contribute targeted economic, financial, and strategic perspectives to innovation and technology projects. They also share a common foundational understanding that supports their work in the subsequent modules of the programme.

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Programme Overview: Information, Structure, and FAQ

Shaping the Future with the MBA in Technology and Innovation

The MBA in Technology and Innovation at the University of Liechtenstein is a practice-oriented and flexible professional education programme aimed at professionals and executives in technical or entrepreneurial environments. Its goal is to equip participants with advanced skills in management, technology, and the development of innovative business models. Students learn to lead organisations successfully in an increasingly interconnected and fast-paced economy and to implement forward-looking projects. The programme is firmly rooted in practical application: theoretical content is linked to real-life case studies, enabling students to apply what they learn directly in their professional practice.

The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, from strategic management and entrepreneurial leadership to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain. It also addresses methods for founding and scaling innovative companies, as well as design thinking and agile working practices. The programme is structured over four semesters and, thanks to condensed on-campus sessions – typically on Fridays and Saturdays every three to four weeks – it is ideally suited for combining studies with professional commitments.

The final master’s thesis provides an opportunity to address a current research topic in the field of technology and innovation in cooperation with companies or other relevant institutions, thereby creating lasting value for professional practice.

Assessment formats are designed to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and the ability to apply it in practice. A mix of written exams, essays, case studies, presentations, and group projects ensures that students not only gain in-depth expertise but also demonstrate teamwork, decisiveness, and innovative thinking.


Degree Awarded

The MBA in Technology and Innovation concludes with the academic degree Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Technology and Innovation. To successfully complete the programme, students must attend at least 75% of the on-campus sessions. This requirement ensures that all practice-relevant content is delivered and that the intensive exchange between participants and lecturers is maintained.

The MBA in Technology and Innovation opens up diverse opportunities to advance your career in a targeted way. Graduates benefit in particular in technology-oriented companies that aim to combine leadership competence with innovation capability.

Typical Career Paths After Graduation

  • Team Leadership and Project Management
    Progression into leadership positions such as team leader or project manager.
  • Department and Division Management
    Assuming responsibility for larger organisational units.
  • Strategic Leadership Roles
    Contributing to cross-departmental innovation and transformation projects.
  • Enhancing a Technical Profile
    Expanding business management expertise to combine technological understanding with entrepreneurial thinking.

The MBA’s practice-oriented training prepares participants optimally to take on responsibility at the intersection of technology, management, and innovation. The competencies acquired are applicable across industries and provide a solid foundation for long-term professional development.

The teaching team consists of experienced professors as well as experts with many years of professional practice in the fields of technology, management, and innovation.

In addition to the full-time faculty of the University of Liechtenstein, guest lecturers from renowned universities and companies contribute to the programme, providing in-depth insights into the latest developments.

Target Group

The MBA in Technology and Innovation is designed for experienced professionals and executives between the ages of 30 and 55 who wish to purposefully advance their careers. This includes in particular:

  • Individuals who already hold or aspire to demanding leadership roles
  • Professionals and executives seeking a part-time study programme
  • Leaders in technology-oriented companies aiming to develop their careers in a digitally driven economy

Participants bring:

  • High motivation and enthusiasm for innovation
  • Willingness to integrate new technologies and entrepreneurial methods into their organisations
  • Interest in practice-oriented approaches and interdisciplinary knowledge
  • Desire for intensive exchange with experts

This profile equips them to strengthen their strategic thinking and develop forward-looking solutions to current and future challenges.

Admission

Admission to the MBA in Technology and Innovation is based on the current Admission Policy for Professional Master’s Programmes at the University of Liechtenstein. The requirements for admission are as follows:

  • A university degree (Bachelor, Master, Diploma, or equivalent qualification); or
  • Completion of a relevant tertiary education or continuing education programme (minimum 60 ECTS) and
  • At least six years of professional experience, including at least three years in a field relevant to the programme.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the MBA programme is CHF 32,000 in total, payable conveniently in three instalments over three years:

  • CHF 12,000 before the start of studies
  • CHF 12,000 at the beginning of the 2nd semester
  • CHF 8,000 at the beginning of the 4th semester

The total amount includes all tuition and examination fees, access to university facilities, and comprehensive learning materials.

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Shape Innovation and Leadership

Next Start: June 2026

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Enhance your management expertise in technology and innovation with the MBA at the University of Liechtenstein – and qualify for demanding leadership positions.

Take your career to the next level – practice-oriented, interdisciplinary, and internationally focused. Secure your place now and actively shape your professional future!

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The General Terms and Conditions (GTC), regulations, and other guidelines for the professional education programmes are available in the download section of the Guides and Downloads page.

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Lake Constance Arts & Sciences Association

Cross-Border Module-Based Mobility

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Students at the University of Liechtenstein can attend one course or module per semester at one of the partner universities of the Lake Constance Arts & Sciences Association. This offers access to an enormous variety of subjects, disciplines and specialised courses.

 

Application for the University of Konstanz:
Autumn semester: application deadline 30 April
Spring semester: application deadline 30 September

 

Further information is available hier.

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