Program Overview

Introduction to the CAS Forschungsmanagement 2026/27 Program

The CAS Forschungsmanagement 2026/27 program is designed to support researchers in their daily activities, providing them with the necessary tools and expertise to manage research projects effectively. This program is offered by the Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) at the University of Bern.

Program Overview

• Program Name: CAS Forschungsmanagement 2026/27
• Start Date: April 16, 2026
• Duration: 1 year
• ECTS Credits: 12
• Frequency: Annual
• Flexible Entry: Yes
• Individual Modules: Can be attended separately
• Location: Bern and Gunten am Thunersee
• Language: German
• Admission Requirements: Master's degree, concrete research experience, or work in a research context
• Application Deadline: March 10, 2026
• Cost: CHF 8700 (excluding accommodation costs for the "Laterale Führung" module, CHF 338)

Program Structure

The program consists of compulsory and elective modules, designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge in research management.

Compulsory Modules

• Forschungspolitik und Strategie in der Schweiz (April 16-17, 2026)
• Forschungsförderung und Finanzmanagement (May 28-29, 2026)
• Management in Forschungsprojekten (June 25-26, 2026)
• Laterale Führung (September 3-4, 2026)

Elective Modules

• Management in inter- und transdisziplinären Kooperationen und Verbünden (October 22-23, 2026)
• Qualitätssicherung und Entwicklung im Forschungskontext (November 19-20, 2026)
• Wissenschaftskommunikation und Forschungsmarketing (December 3-4, 2026)
• Innovation, Transfer und Translation im Forschungskontext (January 28-29, 2027)
• Data Governance im Forschungskontext (February 18-19, 2027)
• Diversitymanagement im Forschungsumfeld (March 18-19, 2027)

Program Leadership and Sponsorship

• Sponsor: Lifelong Learning Center (LLC), University of Bern
• Program Leadership: Includes Prof. Dr. Yvonne Döring, Dr. Jill Bühler, Dr. Christina Cuonz, Dr. Antonietta Di Giulio, Prof. Dr. Andreas Lienhard, Prof. Dr. Peter Messerli, Maddalena Tognala, and Dr. Marc Zbinden

Admission Requirements

• A Master's degree
• Concrete research experience or work in a research context
• Admission "sur dossier" is possible
• The program is designed for individuals working in the science system, companies, or public administration, particularly those in middle management ("research manager") positions leading complex research projects.

Language and Costs

• Language: German, with some lectures possibly in French or English
• Costs: CHF 8700 for the entire program, payable in two installments. Additional costs for accommodation during the "Laterale Führung" module and potential certification fees apply.

Testimonials

Participants from previous years have praised the program for enhancing their skills in research management, allowing them to apply theoretical and methodological knowledge directly to their work, and for the valuable network of professionals they gained.

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