Guidelines for Leadership and Good Management – Development and Implementation
Excellent results are usually also the result of good leadership. With the Guidelines for Leadership and Good Management, which were developed in an extensive participatory process, the University of Tübingen is continuing on its path to intensify a Culture of Cooperation and Commitment. Through leadership clarity and a communicative community of academics, technicians, administrative staff and students, the University of Tübingen aims to strengthen and expand its self-image as a modern research university and attractive employer in the region and worldwide.
Four goals of the guidelines for leadership and good management
1. A common basic understanding of leadership/good management and an ongoing discussion
In discussion groups, we work out what good leadership means for us as managers and employees in our everyday work. This includes both overarching leadership issues and concrete questions of management practice.
2. Orientation and clarity of expectations
The guidelines set out clearly the criteria on which leadership and good management are based. These guidelines support those in personnel management in their leadership role and in the tasks it involves.
3. Taking responsibility, living appreciation
Good management and leadership guidelines underscore that the work of all employees is an important contribution to the overall success of the University. We call on each individual to take responsibility for themselves, their own team and their respective area of work.
4. Creating a framework for new management instruments
Guidelines for good leadership are not an end point; they are a starting point that creates clarity and perspective. With the adoption of the guidelines, measures are now being promoted to continuously develop the quality of leadership and good management at the University of Tübingen on these foundations.