Teamwork and Project Management (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Implementations: Contact, Online, Demo and Work&Study

If you already meet the learning objectives of this course, you can demonstrate your knowledge. You can do this by taking the DEMO implementation, which you need to sign up for through PEPPI.

For your demonstration, you must create a video showing how the basics of teamwork and project management can be applied in practice. The video should include the key concepts and project management methods. In the video, you will need to combine theory and practice. Detailed instructions can be found on Moodle for the DEMO implementation.

For more information about recognising prior learning:https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/career-planning/recognition-learning

Intro

Working in a team and managing a project are basic skills in today’s work and study environment. In a well-functioning team 1+1 becomes more than two and diversity is perceived as a strength. In this course, you will learn to participate effectively and responsibly in multi-cultural teams and projects. You will acquire skills for handling challenging situations in teams and you will be able to execute projects related to work or studies. In this course, among other objectives, you will learn how to set objectives for a project, how to write a project plan and how to develop teamwork. You learn more about yourself by analyzing team working methods and team role tests. A human being learns in interaction with others, so this course will benefit you throughout your life.

Materials

Belbin Limited, s.a. The nine Belbin team roles.

Bell, G. 2013. Teamwork makes the team work. An interview with Dr Meredith Belbin. Human Resource Management International Digest 21, 2, 45-47.

Friedman, R. 21.10.2021. 5 things high-performing teams do differently. Harvard Business Review.

Gido, J., Clements, J. & Baker, R. 2017. Successful project management. South-Western College Pub.

Lencioni, P. 2002. The five dysfunctions of a team. A leadership favel. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. e-book.

Meslec, N. & Cureu, P. L. 2015. Are balanced groups better? Belbin roles in collaborative learning groups. Learning and Individual Differences, 39, 81-88.

Teaching methods and instruction

This is a contact course and the lectures are held at the Pasila campus. You are expected to attend lectures regularly. Participation in the course lectures will affect your grade. Therefore, for those unable to attend lectures, a virtual implementation is available. Additionally, if you have existing knowledge in this area, you may showcase your skills through a demonstration of competence (RPL).

Beyond just theoretical understanding, you will actively participate in team-based assignments and discussions that mirror worklife collaboration.

Working life connections

In this course, you will explore case studies and real-life examples that connect what you learn with actual work situations. This will help you use your new knowledge and skills to improve your work in organizations.

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

No exam.

Internationality

The course materials and assignments reflect global perspectives, enriched by the diverse experiences of your fellow students.

Completion alternatives

Demonstration of key competencies

This course can also be completed by demonstrating your competence. Before attempting the demonstration, please review the study guide. Compare your own skills and knowledge with the learning objectives specified in the study guide. Through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), you will show your existing competence that aligns with the course's content. It's important to thoroughly understand the learning objectives and assessment criteria before you decide to do the demonstration. For more information about demonstrating key competencies, visit Moodle https://hhmoodle.haaga-helia.fi/course/view.php?id=37821§ion=5#tabs-tree-start (course key: RPL).

Learning assignments

The course has three assignments to submit. All assignments are graded on a scale of 0-5. Assignments 1 and 2 are mandatory and must be completed to pass the course. If you fail to submit the assignment 3, the grade of that is zero.

1) Analysis of teamwork skills (individual assignment, 40% of the grade): Assess and reflect on your teamwork abilities.

2) Project work (team assignment, 30% of the grade): Collaborate on a project, experiencing team dynamics first-hand.

3) Project reflection (individual assignment, 20% of the grade): Analyze and reflect on the project experience.

Assignments 1 and 2 are essential for course completion. Detailed guidelines will be provided in the first session.

Assessment methods

Your final grade for this course will be based on individual assignments, each with its own weighting, as well as team assignments. The course is graded on a scale from 0 to 5. The evaluation method used is an evaluation matrix.