Knowledge and Creativity in the OrganisationLaajuus (5 cr)

Course unit code: LD00GJ15

General information

Credits: 5 cr

Objective

Students understand organisational culture and its importance for organisational competence and creativity. They understand learning and competence development in an organisation. The student will know the key approaches to managing creativity. Understand the conditions and barriers to creativity and competence in organisations. They will be able to develop and manage creativity and competence in their work community.

Content

- Organisational culture and change
- Learning in the organisation
- Managing knowledge and creativity
- Knowledge development
- Current themes in organisational development

Qualifications

Management 5 cr or equivalent competences

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student is able to analyze the business sector expertise and the development of his/her own expertise.