This workshop is offered in cooporation with the LIfBi & BAGSS.

Short outline:

Would you like to achieve your goals successfully through project management? Would you like to carry out and complete your projects effectively, efficiently, and self-confident?In this training, you will learn about project management in general and specifically how to apply it to your dissertation and research projects – from the initial idea and exposé to realization.You will be introduced to a variety of tools that make it easier for you to start, manage, and successfully complete your projects with satisfaction. You will learn how to plan and execute the individual phases of your projects, as well as when and how to select and use different tools to structure and organize your projects.

Schedule:

? Welcome and needs assessment

? What is a project?

? What makes a research project special?

? What work packages exist within a research project?

? What are milestones in a research project?

? What can milestone plans look like?

? What visualization options exist for timelines and work packages?

? How do I prioritize individual projects, work packages, and tasks in everyday life?

? Which project management tools and software can I use?

? Additional tips and tricks

? Feedback round and closing

About the Trainer:

Dr. Angela Firmhofer (Change i) is a geographer and cultural scientist who works as a trainer in personal development and sustainability. Through her trainings, she supports people in unfolding their potential; achieving personal and professional goals; living authentically, compassionately, motivatedly, with strong communication skills and confidence; and fostering positive change for themselves, others, and the world.

Target group: Doctoral candidates and Postdocs (max. 12 persons) 

Time: Friday, 06.03.2026, 9:00-17:00

Place: Online - the link will be provided a few days before the workshop

Work units: 8

Registration: Please register, via this form by February 25, 2026. Registration is mandatory. The number of participants is limited to 12.

This workshop is offered in cooporation with the LIfBi & BAGSS.

Short outline:

The PhD journey requires specific time and self-management skills that differ from MA studies or previous work experience. This workshop addresses key questions: How do I effectively plan a multi-year research project? How can I balance daily tasks with long-term goals? How do I build a relationship with my supervisors that supports my progress? Through group exchange, practical exercises, and personalized input, you will develop strategies for managing your PhD as both a research project and career phase. The workshop supports you in owning your PhD journey, empowering you to make informed decisions about your research path and professional development.

• PhD as Career Phase: Reflection on the doctoral journey, goal setting, and work habit assessment
• Large-Scale Project Planning: Methods for structuring multi-year research projects, with application to participants' own PhD plans
• Time Management Strategies: Daily and weekly task management techniques, priority setting, and adaptive planning
• Supervisor Relationships: Exploring advisor-advisee dynamics and strategies for productive collaboration
• Peer Coaching & Networking: Introduction to peer coaching methods and (potential) formation of ongoing peer support groups

Learning objectives:

You will be able to create realistic, adaptive plans for your PhD project timeline and daily/weekly task management. You will develop strategies for effective communication with your supervisors, including setting clear expectations and goals. You will acquire peer coaching skills and establish ongoing support networks with fellow doctoral candidates. Finally, you will gain tools for regular self-reflection and plan adaptation.

Method:

The workshop employs an interactive, participant-centred approach combining brief theoretical input with practical application. Methods include guided self-reflection exercises, small group discussions, peer coaching techniques, and hands-on planning activities. We will discuss and test appropriate use of AI. The format allows participants to immediately apply concepts to your own PhD project while benefiting from peer exchange and instructor feedback.

Time:

24.11.2025 9:30-17:30 & 25.11.2025 12:30-16:00 (12AE)

Place:

Leibniz-Institut für Bildungsverl?ufe, Wilhelmsplatz 3, room 01.04

Registration:

Please register, via this form by November 11, 2025. Registration is mandatory. The number of participants is limited to 12.

Trainer:

Dr. Christiane Kasack works as a coach and workshop facilitator. As a certified business coach and career counsellor, she supports personal development in time- and self-management as well as career planning. After a PhD in the social sciences and two years of post-doc work, Christiane managed the Hertie School’s PhD programmes and later career development pro-grammes for postdocs at the Head Office of the Helmholtz Association.