The course is included in these curricula and study modules

The course takes place in period

3 (2023-01-01 to 2023-03-19)

Level/category

General studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Compulsory

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

1

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

In this study unit the focus lies on the following
competencies:

Ethical and sustainability competencies

Local and global societal competencies

Business and organisational competencies

Intercultural competencies

SDG´s in focus:
- #4: Quality education
- #7: Affordable and clean energy
- #10: Reduced inequalities
- #13: Climate action

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this study entity you can:

You are able to identify and describe the UN
Sustainable Development Goals for societal
development, as well as to identify how they are
related to your field and to the development of
Nordic society as a whole. (Knowledge)

You account for the rule of law, and understand
the fundamentals of employment law as a foundation
for the Nordic societal model. (Knowledge)

You can relate your understanding of sustainable
development and ethical principles to concrete
contexts in your profession. (Skills)

You can discuss various contemporary societal
topics in a social, cultural and political
context, doing so critically and analytically.
(Skills)

Stemming from your developed understanding of
sustainability and ethical principles, you are
able to reflect on the choices you make
professionally. (Approach)

You reflect on your ability to contribute to your
environment while bearing in mind the Nordic
welfare model. (Approach)

Course contents

* UN Sustainable Development Goals
* Intercultural Business- cultural dimensions
theories
* Nordic leadership styles
* The Nordic welfare model
* Employment law as a foundation for the Nordic
societal model

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Period 1 and Period 2 studies for first year
students

Previous course names

Intercultural Business

Additional information

Language used in course is English. Swedish speaking
students are allowed to submit answers to
assignments and exams in Swedish.

Recommended or required reading

To be announced by latest during Introduction
lecture.

Study activities

  • Lectures - 27 hours
  • Practical exercises - 19 hours
  • Small-group work - 19 hours
  • Project- and production work/artistic activities - 20 hours
  • Individual studies - 40 hours
  • Internet-based studies - 10 hours

Workload

  • Total workload of the course: 135 hours
  • Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
  • Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours

Mode of Delivery

Participation in tuition

Assessment methods

  • Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
  • Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

To pass the course the student should pass the
examinations presented during the Introduction
lecture. Mandatory participation in Introduction
lecture!

Teacher

  • Broth Joacim
  • Halmén Mia
  • Kietz Tove

Examiner

Kietz Tove

Home page of the course

Group size

No limit (150 students enrolled)

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2022-12-26 to 2023-01-05

Assessment methods

  • Date of examination will be announced later - Exams
  • Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
Room reservations
Date Time Room Title Description Organizer
2023-01-12 10:15 - 11:15 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Introduction lecture, in Zoom https://arcada.zoom.us/j/66099528111 Meeting ID: 660 9952 8111 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-01-17 14:15 - 15:45 Etisk och hållbar samhällsutveckling Zoomlänk: https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62848042697 Enkvist Joachim
Karlsson Jonny
Karmano Mikael
Sigfrids Ingmar
2023-01-18 10:00 - 11:30 D4107-08 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development - for International Business students The Political System in Finland. This session is only meant for students studying International Business. Sigfrids Ingmar
2023-01-19 12:45 - 14:15 Etisk och hållbar samhällsutveckling Zoomlänk: https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62848042697 Enkvist Joachim
Karlsson Jonny
Karmano Mikael
Sigfrids Ingmar
2023-01-24 14:15 - 15:45 Etisk och hållbar samhällsutveckling Zoomlänk: https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62848042697 Enkvist Joachim
Karlsson Jonny
Karmano Mikael
Sigfrids Ingmar
2023-01-26 12:45 - 14:15 Etisk och hållbar samhällsutveckling Zoomlänk: https://arcada.zoom.us/j/62848042697 Enkvist Joachim
Karlsson Jonny
Karmano Mikael
Sigfrids Ingmar
2023-01-31 12:00 - 15:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 1 (You will be divided into groups: A, B, C and D. Group A will stay in the Big auditorium while the other groups, B, C and D will have their own rooms after 12.30 pm) Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-01-31 12:30 - 15:00 D173 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 1 - Group C Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-01-31 12:30 - 15:00 B518 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 1 - Group B Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-01-31 12:30 - 15:00 B323 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 1 - Group D Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-02-07 12:00 - 15:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 2 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-02-14 12:00 - 15:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 3 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-02-16 09:00 - 12:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 4 Kietz Tove
2023-02-21 12:00 - 15:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 5 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-02-28 12:30 - 15:30 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 6 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-03-09 09:00 - 12:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 7 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove
2023-03-16 09:00 - 12:00 F143 Ethical and Sustainable Societal Development Workshop 8 Broth Joacim
Halmén Mia
Kietz Tove

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