Aspects of Management practiceLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: HL00BT34
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- English
- Finnish
Responsible person
- Kirsi Kemell
Objective
The object of the course
The object of the course is that you understand the significance of managerial work as a success factor for organizations and are able to develop managerial work.
Course competences
Business competence
Operating in a workplace
Learning to learn
The learning objectives of the course
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify the areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style.
Content
Manager’s position and responsibility
Manager’s duties and roles
Theories and styles of leadership
Leadership and influence
View of human
Motivation and encouragement
Development as a manager
Tools
Methods for developing managerial work in the work community
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Business Administration
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are capable of creating illustrative documents related to the contents of the course.
Satisfactory 2
You are able to present knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are able to utilize theories to prepare illustrative and consistent documents.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
You are able to compare knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to assess the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyze the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and develop your management style. You are able to use relevant theories to prepare illustrative, consistent and well-reasoned documents.
Very good 4
You compare and analyze knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to plan solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to assess your view of human and develop your management style in a goal-oriented manner. Your reporting is logical, analytical and competent, and you are able to evaluate the contents of the documents you have prepared.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
You are able to create new points of view based on theories and methods related to managerial work. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyse, plan and develop solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to critically assess your view of human and develop your management style in response to the needs of the work community. You reporting is logical and convincing and demonstrates critical thinking. You are capable of preparing documents that meet the professional requirements.
Further information
Please notice that this course replaces the previously conducted courses Supervisory Work and Esimiestyö (in Finnish).
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Laura Sjöman
Groups
-
HTL22S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
The object of the course
The object of the course is that you understand the significance of managerial work as a success factor for organizations and are able to develop managerial work.
Course competences
Business competence
Operating in a workplace
Learning to learn
The learning objectives of the course
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify the areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style.
Content
Manager’s position and responsibility
Manager’s duties and roles
Theories and styles of leadership
Leadership and influence
View of human
Motivation and encouragement
Development as a manager
Tools
Methods for developing managerial work in the work community
Materials
Learning material:
Hyppänen, R. 2013. Esimiesosaaminen: Liiketoiminnan menestystekijä. Helsinki: Edita.
Additional material:
Järvinen, P. 2012. Esimiestyön vaikeus ja viisaus. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.
Other recommended learning material provided by the teacher in the course e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
Webinars
Flipped learning
Independent studying and learning assignments
Group work (areas of management practice, familiarizing with the everyday life of the manager)
Group discussions and peer learning
Self-reflection
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
Introduction and guidance to course themes and assignments
Guidance of group work and group discussions
Group specific feedback
Peer guidance
Personal guidance and feedback on the personal essay
The grade for the course is based on the competence shown in the personal essay and in the group work related to the everyday life of the manager.
Exam schedules
Deadline for returning the personal essay is on 26th April 2024.
The retake of the personal essay is possible on 17th May 2024 and 31st May 2024.
Completion alternatives
Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
Studification
More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide.
Student workload
Contact lessons 24 h
Independent study and personal learning assignments 61 h
Group study 50 h
Content scheduling
During the course, contact lessons, independent study, group work and group discussions will alternate. Additionally, personal learning assignments and personal essay will be completed throughout the duration of the course.
Further information
The course assessment methods include:
Self-evaluation of own competence
The group's peer assessment
Teacher's assessment of competence
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are capable of creating illustrative documents related to the contents of the course.
Satisfactory 2
You are able to present knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are able to utilize theories to prepare illustrative and consistent documents.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
You are able to compare knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to assess the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyze the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and develop your management style. You are able to use relevant theories to prepare illustrative, consistent and well-reasoned documents.
Very good 4
You compare and analyze knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to plan solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to assess your view of human and develop your management style in a goal-oriented manner. Your reporting is logical, analytical and competent, and you are able to evaluate the contents of the documents you have prepared.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
You are able to create new points of view based on theories and methods related to managerial work. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyse, plan and develop solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to critically assess your view of human and develop your management style in response to the needs of the work community. You reporting is logical and convincing and demonstrates critical thinking. You are capable of preparing documents that meet the professional requirements.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Business Administration
Further information
Please notice that this course replaces the previously conducted courses Supervisory Work and Esimiestyö (in Finnish).
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024
Timing
08.01.2024 - 20.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Kaisa Partanen
Groups
-
ZJA23SH4Avoin AMK, lita, esihenkilötyö, erillisryhmä
-
HTL22SIYLiiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
The object of the course
The object of the course is that you understand the significance of managerial work as a success factor for organizations and are able to develop managerial work.
Course competences
Business competence
Operating in a workplace
Learning to learn
The learning objectives of the course
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify the areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style.
Content
Manager’s position and responsibility
Manager’s duties and roles
Theories and styles of leadership
Leadership and influence
View of human
Motivation and encouragement
Development as a manager
Tools
Methods for developing managerial work in the work community
Materials
Hyppänen, R. 2013. Esimiesosaaminen: Liiketoiminnan menestystekijä. Helsinki: Edita.
Järvinen, P. 2012. Esimiestyön vaikeus ja viisaus. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.
Teaching methods
Webinars
Flipped learning
Independent studying and learning assignments
Group work (areas of management practice, familiarizing with the everyday life of the manager)
Group discussions and peer learning
Self-reflection
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
Introduction and guidance to course themes and assignments
Guidance of group work and group discussions
Group specific feedback
Peer guidance
Personal guidance and feedback on the personal essay
The grade for the course is based on the competence shown in the personal essay and in the group work related to the everyday life of the manager.
Exam schedules
Personal essay return in week 19.
Retakes are announced at the start of the study period.
Completion alternatives
Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
Studification
More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide.
Student workload
Online lessons 24 h
Independent study and personal learning assignments 61 h
Group study 50 h
Group study is possible to replace with a personal assignment by agreeing about it with the teacher in the beginning of the course.
Content scheduling
During the course, online lessons, independent study, group work and group discussions will alternate. Additionally, personal learning assignments and personal essay will be completed throughout the duration of the course.
Further information
The course assessment methods include:
Self-evaluation of own competence
The group's peer assessment
Teacher's assessment of competence
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are capable of creating illustrative documents related to the contents of the course.
Satisfactory 2
You are able to present knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are able to utilize theories to prepare illustrative and consistent documents.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
You are able to compare knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to assess the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyze the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and develop your management style. You are able to use relevant theories to prepare illustrative, consistent and well-reasoned documents.
Very good 4
You compare and analyze knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to plan solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to assess your view of human and develop your management style in a goal-oriented manner. Your reporting is logical, analytical and competent, and you are able to evaluate the contents of the documents you have prepared.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
You are able to create new points of view based on theories and methods related to managerial work. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyse, plan and develop solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to critically assess your view of human and develop your management style in response to the needs of the work community. You reporting is logical and convincing and demonstrates critical thinking. You are capable of preparing documents that meet the professional requirements.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Business Administration
Further information
Please notice that this course replaces the previously conducted courses Supervisory Work and Esimiestyö (in Finnish).
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Laura Sjöman
Groups
-
ZJA23KHAvoin AMK, lita
-
ZJA22SH1Avoin AMK, lita, organisaation johtaminen, erillisryhmä
Objective
The object of the course
The object of the course is that you understand the significance of managerial work as a success factor for organizations and are able to develop managerial work.
Course competences
Business competence
Operating in a workplace
Learning to learn
The learning objectives of the course
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify the areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style.
Content
Manager’s position and responsibility
Manager’s duties and roles
Theories and styles of leadership
Leadership and influence
View of human
Motivation and encouragement
Development as a manager
Tools
Methods for developing managerial work in the work community
Materials
Hyppänen, R. 2013. Esimiesosaaminen: Liiketoiminnan menestystekijä. Helsinki: Edita.
Järvinen, P. 2012. Esimiestyön vaikeus ja viisaus. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.
Teaching methods
Webinars
Flipped learning
Independent studying and learning assignments
Group work (areas of management practice, familiarizing with the everyday life of the manager)
Group discussions and peer learning
Self-reflection
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
Introduction and guidance to course themes and assignments
Guidance of group work and group discussions
Group specific feedback
Peer guidance
Personal guidance and feedback on the personal essay
The grade for the course is based on the competence shown in the personal essay and in the group work related to the everyday life of the manager.
Completion alternatives
Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
Studification
More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide.
Student workload
Online lessons 24 h
Independent study and personal learning assignments 61 h
Group study 50 h
Group study is possible to replace with a personal assignment by agreeing about it with the teacher in the beginning of the course.
Content scheduling
During the course, online lessons, independent study, group work and group discussions will alternate. Additionally, personal learning assignments and personal essay will be completed throughout the duration of the course.
Further information
The course assessment methods include:
Self-evaluation of own competence
The group's peer assessment
Teacher's assessment of competence
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are capable of creating illustrative documents related to the contents of the course.
Satisfactory 2
You are able to present knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are able to utilize theories to prepare illustrative and consistent documents.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
You are able to compare knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to assess the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyze the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and develop your management style. You are able to use relevant theories to prepare illustrative, consistent and well-reasoned documents.
Very good 4
You compare and analyze knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to plan solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to assess your view of human and develop your management style in a goal-oriented manner. Your reporting is logical, analytical and competent, and you are able to evaluate the contents of the documents you have prepared.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
You are able to create new points of view based on theories and methods related to managerial work. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyse, plan and develop solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to critically assess your view of human and develop your management style in response to the needs of the work community. You reporting is logical and convincing and demonstrates critical thinking. You are capable of preparing documents that meet the professional requirements.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Business Administration
Further information
Please notice that this course replaces the previously conducted courses Supervisory Work and Esimiestyö (in Finnish).
Enrollment
01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management
Teachers
- Laura Sjöman
Groups
-
HTL21S1Liiketalouden tutkinto-ohjelma (AMK)
Objective
The object of the course
The object of the course is that you understand the significance of managerial work as a success factor for organizations and are able to develop managerial work.
Course competences
Business competence
Operating in a workplace
Learning to learn
The learning objectives of the course
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify the areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style.
Content
Manager’s position and responsibility
Manager’s duties and roles
Theories and styles of leadership
Leadership and influence
View of human
Motivation and encouragement
Development as a manager
Tools
Methods for developing managerial work in the work community
Materials
Hyppänen, R. 2013. Esimiesosaaminen: Liiketoiminnan menestystekijä. Helsinki: Edita.
Järvinen, P. 2012. Esimiestyön vaikeus ja viisaus. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.
Teaching methods
Webinars
Flipped learning
Independent studying and learning assignments
Group work (areas of management practice, familiarizing with the everyday life of the manager)
Group discussions and peer learning
Self-reflection
Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
Introduction and guidance to course themes and assignments
Guidance of group work and group discussions
Group specific feedback
Peer guidance
Personal guidance and feedback on the personal essay
The grade for the course is based on the competence shown in the personal essay and in the group work related to the everyday life of the manager.
Exam schedules
Deadline for returning the personal essay is on 28th April 2023.
The retake of the personal essay is possible on 17th May 2023 and 2nd June 2023.
Completion alternatives
Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
Studification
More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide.
Student workload
Contact lessons 24 h
Independent study and personal learning assignments 61 h
Group study 50 h
Content scheduling
During the course, contact lessons, independent study, group work and group discussions will alternate. Additionally, personal learning assignments and personal essay will be completed throughout the duration of the course.
Further information
The course assessment methods include:
Self-evaluation of own competence
The group's peer assessment
Teacher's assessment of competence
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Adequate 1
You acquire knowledge related to managerial work and recognize different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are capable of creating illustrative documents related to the contents of the course.
Satisfactory 2
You are able to present knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and understand the impact of managerial work on the work community. You understand the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and your management style. You are able to utilize theories to prepare illustrative and consistent documents.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good 3
You are able to compare knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to assess the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyze the effect of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to describe your view of human and develop your management style. You are able to use relevant theories to prepare illustrative, consistent and well-reasoned documents.
Very good 4
You compare and analyze knowledge related to managerial work as well as different kinds of theories and methods. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to plan solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to assess your view of human and develop your management style in a goal-oriented manner. Your reporting is logical, analytical and competent, and you are able to evaluate the contents of the documents you have prepared.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent 5
You are able to create new points of view based on theories and methods related to managerial work. You are able to comprehensively identify areas of managerial work from different perspectives and are able to analyze the impact of managerial work on the work community. You are able to analyse, plan and develop solution alternatives to increase the positive impact of managerial work on work performance and well-being at work. You are able to critically assess your view of human and develop your management style in response to the needs of the work community. You reporting is logical and convincing and demonstrates critical thinking. You are capable of preparing documents that meet the professional requirements.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Business Administration
Further information
Please notice that this course replaces the previously conducted courses Supervisory Work and Esimiestyö (in Finnish).