The team at Kaffeebar WiSo has prepared an Advent calendar for you:

From 1st December, two doors will open every day, as the cosy coffee bar closes on 15th December. Three doors will even be opened on 6th and 15th December!

The honour of opening one of the doors goes to the 100th and 200th visitor. On 6th and 15th December, the 150th visitor can also open one of the doors!

Don't forget: This magical Advent calendar is available exclusively at the WiSo coffee bar.

After two exciting info sessions, we will now continue with the topic "Finding an internship and career planning": Why are internships and company contacts important? Where can I find an exciting internship? And what is the best way to apply? We will provide you with information on all aspects of career prospects, internships and CV checks. We will also introduce you to our alumni network, where you can already benefit from numerous contacts.

When: Thursday, 30th November 2023 | 5.45-7.15 p.m.

Where: lecture hall XXIV (WiSo tube)

Infos by: Ms Julia Monzel (career, internship and CV check) &. Mr Pascal Tambornino (WiSoAlumni)
Who for: Bachelor's students from the 2nd semester onwards, event is in german

Presented by: WiSo Student Service Point (WiSSPo)

And another save the date! We will continue with the topic next Thursday: "Last step - the Bachelor's thesis is coming up!" Are you planning your Bachelor's thesis for the upcoming semester and have questions about the requirements and registration? We summarise the most important topics for you.

When: Thursday, 7th December 2023 | 5.45-7.15 p.m.

Where: lecture hall XXIV (WiSo tube)

Infos by: Ms Lena Bongartz (general study & examination guidance)

Who for: Bachelor students before their final thesis, event is in german

Presented by: WiSo Student Service Point (WiSSPo)

Registration is not necessary, just drop by! We are looking forward to seeing you.

Many greetings

Your WiSSPo student advisors

For visiting students of the WiSo Faculty

Each term, the International Relations Center at the WiSo Faculty (ZIB WiSo) and the PIM and CEMS Student and Alumni Club Cologne e.V. organise a Buddy Programme for guest students from the WiSo Faculty's partner universities. At the beginning of each term, ZIB WiSo looks for students and doctoral candidates interested in mentoring guest students for that term.

In fall we expect most of our incomings to arrive in Cologne in March.  

Benefits of the Buddy Programme:

• Meet students from all over the world
• Participate in the "Welcome Days"
• Participate in a number of exciting, international social events
• Develop your language skills
• Demonstrate social commitment during your studies
• Receive first-hand information about partner universities as perfect preparation for your exchange term

Upon request, we will be happy to issue a letter of acknowledgement covering your support and social commitment.

For more information, please check out the Buddy Programme webpage.

Click here to register!

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions: Jens Funk (j.funkwiso.uni-koeln.de) or Varvara Bocharova (v.bocharovawiso.uni-koeln.de)

Picture this: spending the summer break in the heart of London, where the iconic Big Ben chimes in harmony with your innovative spirit – while still gaining credit towards your Bachelor degree. London isn't just one of the world’s most vibrant cities; with WiSo@London, it becomes a classroom full of opportunities just waiting to be seized.

Join fellow WiSo students for this unique study abroad opportunity in 2024:

• Programme dates: 19th August - 13th September 2024 (4 weeks)
• Professors: guest lecturers from Birmingham University, UCL and Imperial College
• Coursework: Post-Brexit UK Economy, Sustainability & Competitive Advantage, and Innovation in & with Cities (6 ECTS each)
• Additional activities: professional visits to companies and institutions, networking events and cultural outings

Applications are now being accepted via the WEX Portal: https://uni.koeln/PTQG2

Additional information can be found on the programme website(https://uni.koeln/C8CAD) or on ILIAS: (https://uni.koeln/A6MHY)

Contact: academicshortswiso.uni-koeln.de

…and he will be coming to the WiSo Faculty! Join him and us for a chance to win a little surprise.

When: 6th December 2023, 9.00am to 2.00pm

Where: WiSo hallway close to lecture hall XXIV

We are looking forward to seeing you!

ZIB WiSo Outgoings Team

Master Students interested to apply for a term abroad within the STAP MBA/MSc Business&Economics offer, are invited for the infosession ‚Latest news for the STAP Main Selection Round‘.

Tuesday, 5th December, 6.00 pm via Zoom (pls register through the following link): https://uni-koeln.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEscemgqjwoHdLosDSZLoMKTXPKHGa6RRvF

In case of any question, pls contact ZIB outgoing coordinator Jutta Reusch

The Institute of European Studies at the University of Wroclaw is looking for an intern to assist the coordinator of the European Studies Programme. Please see here the job description and contact details.

This internship is suitable for ERASMUS+ mobility grant, for details on this funding option pls see here and get in contact with the ZIB outgoing coordinator Jutta Reusch:  wiso-outgoingsuni-koeln.de

Are you currently navigating through your Economics studies and eager to gain valuable insights into your future career? Look no further – we've got the perfect event for you!

Join us at our upcoming Career Tuesday, where you can gain firsthand experience from successful Economics graduates who have launched their careers. They will share their personal journeys, discuss how they overcame challenges, and reveal the exciting career paths that unfolded for them. This is a unique opportunity to benefit from the experiences and tips of seasoned WiSo-Alumni in the fields of microsimulation, econometrics, change management, analytics, and data science.

Our event not only provides you with insights into your potential career path but also offers the opportunity to build valuable connections.

When and Where: Tuesday, 5^th December 203, 5.00 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. @ WiSo-Building in S241

Event language: German

Register & find more information on the WiSo-Career-Service website.

We are excited to welcome you to Career Tuesday!

Your WiSo-Career-Service

www.wiso-career.uni-koeln.de

The finish line of the winter semester is in sight, and we still have some exciting events lined up for you! Don't miss the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of career paths and make valuable connections. Here are our upcoming highlights:

1. Career Tuesday: Career Perspectives in Economics
   • When & Where: Tuesday, 5th December, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. @ S241 (WiSo Building)
   • Insights into career entry, challenges, and career paths for economics students, along with networking opportunities with successful Cologne economics alumni
2. Workshop: Mental Health
   • When & Where: Thursday, 7th December7th, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. @ Universitätsstr. 91
   • Identify your personal resources and develop initial strategies against stress & burnout for a successful academic and professional life.
3. Field Trip to Gateway: Found your own Start-up!
   • When & Where: Tuesday,12th December, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. @ InnoDom, Weyertal 109
   • Exclusive tour of the modern InnoDom, introduction into Gateway’s working areas, presentation of two start-ups, and social exchange with Glühwein & snacks

Click on the links to register and get more information. We look forward to your active participation!

Best regards,

Your WiSo-Career-Service

www.wiso-career.uni-koeln.de

Online workshop on idea generation for students at the University of Cologne

This workshop is for you if you ...

• ... are enrolled at the University of Cologne.
• ... are thinking about dropping out of your degree programme.
• ... are looking for an alternative to your current degree programme.
• ... want to know what to do next: Study or training?
• ... are thinking: What do I want? What can I do? What does my profile look like?
• ... want to playfully develop as many ideas as possible with a group on the question: How do I shape my future?

Time
The next workshop will take place ONLINE: Wednesday, 6th December 2023 from 12.00am – 6.00pm

Sufficient breaks will be provided!

Prerequisite for participation in the workshop is the processing of self-study material. We estimate that you should plan an additional 5 hours in total for this. 

More information and registration: https://verwaltung.uni-koeln.de/abteilung21/content/service/anmeldung/workshop_future_you/index_ger.html 

This workshop is for you if you want to know ...

• how you can best plan your studies in terms of time.
• how to use the weekly compass to harmonise your studies and free time.
• what tools are available for flexible daily planning.
• how you can find and/or maintain your motivation.
• how you can approach specific tasks.

Time

The workshop will take place: Friday, 8th December 2023, 10 am - 2 pm

More Information: https://verwaltung.uni-koeln.de/abteilung21/content/service/anmeldung/zeit__und_selbstmanagement_fuer_studierende/index_ger.html 

On Wednesday, 6th December 2023 (5.45pm – 7.15pm, Aula 2), the Ludwig Erhard Lecture 2023 will take place at the University of Cologne. 

Prof Lars Feld, former Chairman of the German Council of Economic Experts, will speak on the topic of "60 Years of the German Council of Economic Experts". 

The Ludwig Erhard Lecture 2023 is a joint event organised by the Ludwig Erhard Foundation, the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Institute for Economic Policy at the University of Cologne.

The event is open to the public.

More information: https://iwp.uni-koeln.de/ludwig-erhard-lecture-2023