The "RMI Day of Management 2025" is dedicated to the question of whether problems in business and society are increasingly no longer being solved cooperatively, but instead a confrontational approach is being taken. From behaviour in the workplace to global politics, this topic is currently relevant. Those who bear responsibility and want to fulfil it are faced with the challenge of steering conflicts and tensions into constructive channels.

In her keynote speech, Prof Dr Daniela Schwarzer from the Bertelsmann Stiftung Executive Board will place various aspects of this topic in a broader picture of political and economic developments. Further input on the topic will come from the researchers of the RMI team, among others, who will contribute to the discussion from the perspective of management and organisational research on cooperation. In addition, guest topics will be taken up and discussed interactively in the "Open RMI Circles".

Here is a preview of the programme:

• 09:30 - 11:00: Welcome & introduction: "Confrontation and cooperation today"
  Prof. Dr Martin Butzlaff, President of the UW/H
  Prof. Dr Guido Möllering, Director of the Reinhard Mohn Institute, UW/H
  Prof. Dr Hendrik Wilhelm, Professor at the Reinhard Mohn Institute, UW/H
• 11:30 - 13:00: RMI Open Circles - Discussion rounds on topics from the RMI and from the guests
• 14:00 - 14:45: Keynote speech by Daniela Schwarzer: "Confrontation, cooperation, cohesion"
• 14:45 - 15:45: Panel discussion with Daniela Schwarzer, Guido Möllering and the audience
• 16:15 - 17:00: Final reflection and outlook "Shaping cooperation"
• from 17:00: Closing and small networking reception

The event continues the tradition of previous RMI symposia and promotes dialogue between science, business and society on important issues for the future. Participation is free of charge, but prior registration is required and is still possible at short notice. Programme information can be found here. Further information on the institute and the "RMI Day of Management", including reports and videos of previous events, can be found on the RMI website. If you have any questions, please contact rmi@uni-wh.de.