Competencies

The competencies acquired upon completion of the education.

Sustainable ethical and technological competence

Knowledge (understand)

You understand the evolution of healthcare technology and understand the ethical perspective related to this. You have advanced understanding for research methodology application and can compare different implementation theories for the Nordic healthcare setting.

Skills (do)

You can use and implement different technological solutions with a user perspective.
You can communicate on a societal level about ethical elements in the digital transformation of healthcare. You can critically evaluate different research methods and their use within various fields of healthcare sector. You solve demanding problems creatively in research and / or innovative activities where you develop new knowledge and procedures and apply and integrate knowledge from different areas.

Attitude (be)

You are visionary in finding solution for societal challenges. You critically question and adapt sustainable values. You adapt a scientific approach to healthcare.

Collective sensemaking competence

Knowledge (understand)

You know the key elements of service design and can take in to account several perspectives in order to figure out what is changing and what is needed next. You understand and can choose and evaluate tools for implementing a successful change process.

Skills (do)

You can design, develop and plan for delivering high qualitative healthcare in the Nordic setting.
You demonstrate cultural and communication skills that are ethical, innovative and inclusive.

Attitude (be)

You act responsibly toward society and promote sustainability.
You appreciate each person as an expert on their own experience of healthcare services.

Nordic Scenario building competence

Knowledge (understand)

You understand and describe current and historic trends and events that influence Nordic healthcare.
You are familiar with evidence-based management and can discuss the transition from theory to practice in Nordic healthcare settings. You foster an understanding of research methodology and can evaluate different research designs used in healthcare research.

Skills (do)

You can identify and illuminate different key points that influence decision making and routines in healthcare. You take responsibility for communicating these issues on a societal level. You can compare and assess research and projects in Nordic healthcare in order to understand how alternative scenarios are built for the future.

Attitude (be)

You collaborate with different kinds of people in the study and work community and in other groups and networks, taking into account community and ethical aspects.
You show open-mindedness and curiosity towards different Nordic healthcare and research initiatives.
You foster a lifelong-learning attitude.

Change and innovatice competence

Knowledge (understand)

You appraise change theories with their strength and weakness and understand the drivers and enablers for innovation and creativity.

Skills (do)

You develop creative ideas. You propose changes that translate innovations into actions. You lead and develop complex, unpredictable and new strategic approaches.

Attitude (be)

You question status-quo by being open and curious. You utilize potential to achieve changes in a Nordic healthcare setting. You present a variety of interventions to enhance an innovative and inclusive work environment by demonstrating cultural sensitivity and advanced communication skills.

Leadership competence

Knowledge (understand)

You understand different leadership theories and can discuss and evaluate them from a critical and reflective scientific manner as the basis for original thinking. You can select suitable data in order to enhance interprofessional teamwork and development

Skills (do)

You demonstrate reflection for own learning process. You adapt a professional communication style. You develop self-awareness and show agile learning skills. You illustrate specialized problem-solving skills required in healthcare sector in order to develop projects and lead people and procedures by integrating evidence from different fields.

Attitude (be)

You develop a personal and authentic leadership style that enhances collaboration and communications in complex healthcare settings. You can critically acknowledge and appraise your own development challenges.