The course takes place in period

1 (2018-08-01 to 2018-10-21)

Level/category

Professional studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Compulsory

Cycle/level of course

Second

Recommended year of study

2

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

By the end of the course the student will be
able
to:

• Analyze and evaluate knowledge about
leadership theory and approaches in a Nordic
context.

• Manage and develop leadership
communication in contexts that are complex,
unpredictable and require new strategic
approaches.

• Evaluate and develop own leadership
that is transformative, cultural sensitive and
effective.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student is
expected
to be able to:

Analyze and evaluate knowledge about leadership
theory and approaches in a Nordic context.

1) Formulate, theoretically motivate and
discuss the own leadership style.
2) Critically discuss different leadership
theories in a context

3)Manage and develop leadership communication in
contexts that are complex, unpredictable and
require new strategic approaches.

4) Understand and interpret societal
trends
and their effects for future business culture

5) Demonstrate and discuss a variety of
communication strategies that are adaptable to
different and challenging work situations.

6)Evaluate and develop own leadership that is
transformative, cultural sensitive and
efficient.

7) Can show increased leadership
efficiency
in a multicultural setting
8) Will actively be part of and can deal
with
change processes in the own context and to
change
own leadership approach accordingly

• Leadership in an intercultural context
with focus on teams/smaller groups
• Communication and leadership
• The cultural landscape (culture,
language,
history)
• The political landscape(democracy,
peace,
stability)
• The social landscape (socioeconomic
development)
• Change- and knowledge management issues

Course contents

Course content will be updated by Aug 22, 2018

Prerequisites and co-requisites

A bachelor degree and at least three years work
experience gained after completing the higher
education degree.

Additional information

The core content of the course is given at the
face-to-face lectures. The idea is it is a
collaborative effort and attendance is therefore
warmly recommended at each lecture (50%
attendance is mandatory). To complete the course
you are expected to do all required assignments,
including the lecture diary. If you are unable to
attend, please go through the lecture materials
carefully on your own. There will also be
additional recommended reading for those unable
to attend.

Recommended or required reading

Course literature will consist of journal articles;
the list will be provided when the course starts.

Study activities

  • Lectures - 18 hours
  • Practical exercises - 10 hours
  • Individual studies - 107 hours

Workload

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

Mode of Delivery

Multiform education

Assessment methods

Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

Student keeps a light lecture diary which is
used in the written assignment.

The written assignment is an essay based on
journal articles, the lecture contents,
and own reflections on the lecture themes (the
lecture diary!). This assignment generates a
maximum of 75 points (to pass you need 50%).

Student will also draft a plan that targets a
specific leader behavior or skill that he/she
feels needs improving. This assignment generates
a maximum of 25 points (to pass you need 50%).

Both assignments are mandatory.

Teacher

Stenius Minna

Examiner

Rosenbröijer Carl-Johan

Group size

No limit (27 students enrolled)

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2018-08-13 to 2018-09-09

Assessment methods

Date will be announced later - Reports and productions

Room reservations
Date Time Room Title Description Organizer
2018-08-30 16:30 - 20:00 B518 Leadership Stenius Minna
2018-08-31 16:30 - 20:00 B518 Leadership Stenius Minna
2018-09-01 09:30 - 16:00 B518 Leadership Stenius Minna
2018-09-20 16:30 - 20:00 B320 Leadership Stenius Minna
2018-09-21 16:30 - 20:00 B518 Leadership Stenius Minna
2018-09-22 09:30 - 16:00 B518 Leadership Stenius Minna

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