Thematic education

Leadership Academy UP

This comprehensive two-year training programme is aimed at developing the key managerial competencies of Palacký University (UP) senior staff in the field of research organisation management. UP senior staff will undertake training in the areas of strategic management of research organisations, leadership, change and innovation management, crisis management in science and research, and international and applied collaboration. Other topics covered will include the sustainable development of science and research, funding and the formation of specialist teams, leading multidisciplinary teams, communication and negotiation in science and research, and the ethical use of AI tools. Intended for all senior staff, in particular the Rector?s Council, deans of faculties and the director of CATRIN, directors of central units and heads of departments.

Change and Innovation Management in R&I

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Working at the university means we are all familiar and interested in breakthrough science, new discoveries and inventions. But how can we in addition to publications achieve more? How can we turn research results into real innovation? In this workshop we will discuss how we can prepare the ground for impactful research and technology transfer. We will explore programs and methods to stimulate the entrepreneurial mind set of researchers as well as research managers. Another topic will be the establishment of networks with partners from economy and industry as well as regional stakeholders.

The educational objective of the programme is to develop managerial and leadership skills in the context of the academic and research environment. The programme takes a practical approach and responds to real-life challenges related to leading people and teams, managing research, and navigating change in the academic and research environment. At the same time, it is geared towards acquiring inspiration from experts from the Czech Republic and partner universities within the Aurora Alliance, and sharing experiences with other leaders and managers at Palacký University Olomouc.

The programme is intended for managerial and senior UP staff.

Participants will learn how to create the conditions for impactful research, explore approaches to technology transfer and entrepreneurial mindset as well as help them gain knowledge in establishing networks with industry and regional stakeholders.

Drábek Jiří, prof. Mgr. Ph.D.