Competence Management
| Structure Type: | Course |
|---|
| Code: | KC31TY131 |
|---|
| Type: | Compulsory |
|---|
| Level: | Master |
|---|
| Credits: | 5.0 points |
|---|
| Responsible Teacher: | Huhtamäki, Pauli |
|---|
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
|---|
Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| YTEKNO-2013 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2013-09-01 |
2013-12-31 |
| YTEKNO-2014 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2014-09-01 |
2014-12-31 |
| YTEKNO-2015 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2015-08-01 |
2015-12-31 |
| YTEKNO-2016 |
1 autumn |
5.0 |
2016-08-01 |
2016-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be competent in evaluating technological development and analyse how it will further develop in the future. Further, students will have the knowledge to evaluate the impact technological development has on society, individuals and organisations and their environments. They will identify the typical characteristics of expert organisations, be aware of the more common problems in them and know how to deal with those problems. They will be knowledgeable of the distinctive features of building an innovative business environment and be competent in perceiving their organisation's operations model. Students will possess the skills and knowledge they need to suggest improvements be made to better the opportunities to enagage in creativity.
Student's Workload
Total work load 135 h of which scheduled 32 h.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prerequisites.
Contents
- Evaluation of technological development
- Management of technology competence
- Managing an expert organisation and creativity
Recommended or Required Reading
- Teacher´s material.
- Background reading: e.g.
* Arthur, W.B. 2009. The Nature of Technology. What It Is and How It Evolves. Free Press.
* Burgelman, R.A., Christensen, C.M. & Wheelright, S. 2008. Strategic Management of Technology and Innovation (4th edition). McGraw-Hill/Erwin.
*Huuhka, M. 2010. Luovan asiantuntijaorganisaation johtaminen, Talentum.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises.
Assessment Criteria
On scale 1-5.
Assessment Methods
Grading is based on a scale of 1 to 5 and comprises an assignments and/or exam.
Back