Leading Human Resources (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Tuesdays 10.00- 11.45 and Thursdays 14.00-15.45

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Learning with contact teaching including assignments, project work, independent study and possible exams.
Learning by using the work-based learning method “Work&Study” according to a plan that shows how the learning goals of the course can be obtained through the student’s work or hobby. More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.
Demonstration (of earlier skills and knowledge in the course content). More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

Materials

Books on the content topics
E-books and online articles
Online tutorials
Companies’ web-portals
Industry related reports and statistics
Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
Social networking tools
Exercises, tests
Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students

Teaching methods and instruction

Lectures and workshops
Independent study and teamwork
Peer teaching
Inquiry based Learning
Project work


Contents:
Teamwork process
Team leadership
Project management
Project leadership
Performance management
Motivational theories and their practice in teams and organizations

Learning objectives:
As a result of studies and practices student are expected to be able to:
- practice self-management and leadership
- understand dynamics of effective teamwork and leadership principles and practice them
- use appropriate problem and conflict resolving techniques in teamwork
- recognize own and team potential and development opportunities
- advance his/her team to effective performance and utilize the opportunities
- represent his/her team and organization professionally and develop networks
- take appropriate roles (leader/follower) flexibly to advance team effectiveness

Working life connections

When applicable company visits, guest lecturers and workshops in cooperation with different companies and organizations. Commissions from industry partners

Internationality

Possibility to work with international team and international lectures. Guest lecturers from international organizations and partner universities. International learning materials.

Completion alternatives

Learning by using the work-based learning method “Work&Study” according to a plan that shows how the learning goals of the course can be obtained through the student’s work or hobby. More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

Demonstration (of earlier skills and knowledge in the course content). More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

Learning assignments

Individual assignments
Group assignments
Peer Teaching
Inquiry based learning task
Group project

Assessment methods

Assessment criteria

Assessment criteria - grade 1
Moderate level of understanding dynamics of teamwork and leadership and practicing them
Moderate level of commitment to teamwork and contribution to outcomes
Moderate level of demonstration of self and team leadership skills
Some recognition of challenges of the team and teamwork and suggestion for improvement in modest level.

Assessment criteria - grade 3
Clear understanding of the theories and practicing of effective teamwork and leadership
Good level of analysis and understanding of situational factors in effective team leadership and their impact on organizations
Good understanding of different roles in teamwork and practicing these roles appropriately and actively
Recognition of team strengths and weaknesses of the team and having solution oriented approach to challenges

Assessment criteria - grade 5
Excellent understanding of the theories and practicing of effective teamwork and leadership
Excellent level of analysis and understanding of situational factors in effective team leadership and their impact on organizations
Excellent ability to take different roles in teamwork to advance goal achievement with a consideration to both organizational and individual goals
Encouraging and supporting creativity and development of team members in a perfect balance
Ability to change leadership and communication styles for different situations and doing it in a constructive and motivating approach
Able to inspire and motivate team members to reach the common goals