Roland J. Schuster

Roland J. Schuster serves as Deputy Head of Studies and Lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences BFI Vienna, where he focuses on intervention science, organizational dynamics, and innovative teaching methodologies within the Department of Technical Sales Management. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in organizational development and education.

Dr. Schuster's research centers on intervention science, exploring how structured interventions can transform organizational dynamics, particularly in hierarchical settings. His work examines the tension between traditional hierarchical structures and emerging democratic approaches in organizations, with special attention to educational contexts. He investigates how power dynamics, group processes, and emotional factors influence organizational effectiveness and learning environments. His research on the "49-Point Intervention" demonstrates innovative approaches to student assessment that challenge conventional hierarchical teacher-student relationships.

His scholarly contributions reveal a consistent focus on practical applications of organizational theory, with emphasis on how intervention research can simultaneously generate knowledge and implement solutions in real-world settings. Schuster's work demonstrates how transdisciplinary and intervention research can leverage optimization potential within organizations while actively involving stakeholders in the research process. His publications show increasing attention to contemporary organizational challenges including digitalization and New Work concepts.

As Deputy Head of Studies, Schuster contributes to shaping educational programs that integrate experiential learning with theoretical frameworks, particularly in technical sales management. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the connection between transcendent knowledge and immanent phenomena, creating learning environments where students can develop practical competencies through direct engagement with organizational dynamics and challenges.