Leading Human Resources (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Tuesdays 10.00- 11.45 and Thursdays 14.00-15.45
Week 42 no class

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
Starting level and linkage with other courses
Self and Team Leadership 1 and 2 are prerequisites, module is linked to other modules through projects and continues as Developing Human Resources in semester 4 with a developmental focus.

Teaching methods and instruction

Learning with contact and online teaching including assignments, project work, independent study and possible exams.

Working life connections

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

Internationality

Possibility to work with international team and international lectures. Guest lecturers from international organisations 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 assignment
Group assignment

Assessment methods

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 organisations
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 organisations
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