Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development - Curricula

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development
Master of Business Administration, 90 ECTS

Master of Business Administration

Academic year 2020 - 2021

Business Intelligence LZ1CAA14-3009 19.10.2020-01.12.2020 5 credits (L0619S6, ...) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

On completion of the course the student understands the importance of Business Intelligence and its relation to business performance management and decision making. S/he knows the basic functions of BI software and data warehousing and is able to evaluate BI services and software relevant in decision making situations.

Course contents

- Business Intelligence in decision making
- BI processes, services and applications
- Data Warehousing
- Business Analytics
- Business Performance Management

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: the student has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has demonstrated some ability to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to working life. His/her analytical skills and/or the development approach need major improvement.

Good

Good overall performance by the student in course work. The student has been an active learner as an individual and in teams. S/he has demonstrated how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Excellent

The student has shown excellent performance in all elements of the course. S/he has shown motivation and interest in individual and team learning as well as in sharing one’s expertise. The student has demonstrated well and creatively how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Further information

The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

80% Face-to-face, 20% Distance learning

Recommended or required reading

Business Intelligence, Analytics and Data Science, A Managerial Perspective on Analytics, Sharda,
4rd ed. 2018, Pearson
you can read appropriate matching chapters also from this edition
Business Intelligence: A Managerial Perspective on Analytics, Sharda,
3rd ed. 2014, Pearson
Material in the OMA

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Interactive lecture
Summary report/essay
Seminar

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning Assingments
Exam

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

19.10.2020 - 01.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0619S6
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Erkki Sairanen

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master's Degree Programme in Supply Chain Management (Social Sciences, Business and Administration), Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

R&D proportion

2 credits

Virtual proportion

1 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5
Competence Management L000CX64-3002 25.08.2020-13.10.2020 5 credits (L0819S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to monitor and supervise the use of human capital, aligned with strategic goals, on organisational, team, and individual level. S/he can identify critical competences, knows how to allocate available resources right, and is able to acquire the necessary competences reflecting the future needs.

The student understands the significance of human capital as a key competitive factor and is able to choose the appropriate appraisal and incentive systems to be used in competence development in any given organisation.

Course contents

- The scope of competence management and how it relates to strategy
- Intellectual capital as a success factor for organisations
- Agile Learning - a way to succeed in constant change
- Use and development of competence and potential competence
- Organisational culture and learning

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: the student has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has demonstrated some ability to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to working life. His/her analytical skills and/or the development approach need major improvement.

Good

Good overall performance by the student in course work. The student has been an active learner as an individual and in teams. S/he has demonstrated how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Excellent

The student has shown excellent performance in all elements of the course. S/he has shown motivation and interest in individual and team learning as well as in sharing one’s expertise. The student has demonstrated well and creatively how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Suositeltava kirjallisuus (valinnaiset)
Johda osaamista! Osaamisen johtaminen teoriasta käytäntöön
Riitta Viitala 2005 Infor
Osaamispääoman johtamisesta kilpailuetu.
Leenamaija Otala SanomaPro 2008
Ketterä oppiminen. Keino menestyä jatkuvassa muutoksessa.
Leenamaija Otala 2018 Kauppakaari
Muu mahdollinen kirjallisuus ilmoitetaan myöhemmin.

Lisäksi artikkelimateriaalit, jotka jaetaan tunneilla. (not translated)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Activating lectures
Group work
Independent learning
The course will be completed with learning assignment.

Assessment methods and criteria

The learning assignment is evaluated on a scale of 1-5
Course grade 5:
The student masters the whole of competence management and the things that affect it.
He / she masters the theoretical background and frameworks related to competence management and is able to apply them to his / her own employer organization.
Course grade 3-4:
The student partially masters the whole of competence management and the things that affect it. He / she masters some of the theoretical backgrounds related to competence management and is able to apply them to some extent to his / her own employer organization.
Course grade 1-2:
The student masters some aspects of competence management. He / she masters some theory related to competence management and is able to apply it to some extent to his / her own employer organization.

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

25.08.2020 - 13.10.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Helena Kuusisto-Ek

Further information for students

The learning outcomes, course contents, assignment and evaluation criteria of the course will be discussed during the first lecture.

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

No alternative assignment.

Exam schedule

No Exams

Content periodicity

The different themes of the course are presented during the first lecture.

Location and Time

Lectures on Tuesday evenings 17.00-20.15 weeks 35-41
Participation in contact lessons is highly recommended.
Corporate Social Responsibility L000CF93-3010 14.08.2020-25.08.2020 5 credits (LITO YAMK, ...) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

At the end of this course students will be capable of understanding the roots of CSR, the critical elements of a CSR initiative, the implementation issues of a CSR initiative, developing a strategic communication plan for CSR, as well as auditing an existing CSR initiative.

Course contents

CSR Background and Core Issues, CSR and the Sustainability Sweet Spot, Lessons on Launching and Sustaining Sustainability Efforts, CSR as Innovation, CSR Case: Samsung, LG, Pepsi, Unilever, CSR as Global Citizenship – the IBM Case, CSR in Cultural Context, Developing Strategic Partnerships between nonprofits and business. Cases will be provided also from the public / third sector.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Further information

The language of tuition is English.

The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Course material and virtual sources to be defined by the lecturer

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods: interactive lectures, cases, team work, virtual learning.

Learning outcomes:
The student understands contemporary debates about Corporate Social Responsibility. The student recognizes different levels of CSR, ranging from occasional to strategic, and can recognize business opportunities in CSR.
The course pulls together the skills related to creative & innovative solution building including problem solving, systems thinking, design thinking together with CSR knowledge and business knowledge.

Assessment methods and criteria

Individual assignments, Team project, possibly a test - to be confirmed by the lecturer at the beginning of the course

Approved / Failed
Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Satisfactory
Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good
Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent
Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation, delivery and analysis.

The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.

Language of instruction

English

Timing

14.08.2020 - 25.08.2020

Enrollment date

28.04.2020 - 31.05.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- LITO YAMK
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Zinaida Grabovskaia

Further information for students

Prerequisites: Strategic Management 5 ECTS, Organization Theory 5 ECTS, or equivalent understanding of managerial work
Students should be prepared to tackle the issues already a week or two before the first contact session. Instructions will be given via the virtual learning environment of Metropolia, in the course-specific OMA workspace. Access to OMA will be given after the registration has been confirmed.

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Exam schedule

An exam usually takes place in the second week of this intensive course. Two resits organized and supervised by the Business School staff.

Students use of time and load

5 credits to be earned as an intensive course. Students must reserve time for a pre-task as well as individual and team work in the afternoons and evenings plus during the weekend between the contact sessions. A final task must be turned in by the date informed by the lecturer, typically 1 - 2 weeks after the last contact session.
Requires good time management skills.

Assignment outline:
The students analyzes available solutions to selected CSR challenges & outlines own proposals based on doing responsible business. They report the results orally (in teams) and individually (in written blogs/diary format) based on a small-scale project done during the course.

Content periodicity

Course contents:
- Key concepts in CSR
- Latest approached to CSR
- Strategic CSR
- Social challenges and responsible business: cases.

Location and Time

Dates:
Friday 14.8.2020 12-3 pm,
Mon-Tue 17-18.8 12-3pm
Mon-Tue 24-25.8. 12-3pm
Diversity Management L000CF92-3010 10.03.2021-21.04.2021 5 credits (L0819S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is familiar with current thinking about diversity and its management and in this context the ‘hot’ issues that are faced by organizations (global or otherwise).
S/he is able to argue why embracing diversity and valuing difference are crucial to business success, for example their contribution to organizational change, innovation, and challenging stale or out of date processes and practices.
Contemporary business examples support the use of the learned content in practice.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

An appropriate Bachelor's Degree (i.e. the student must have a Master's level study place at an institution of Higher Education)

Course contents

Students are introduced to the multiple topics that are encompassed by the notion of ‘diversity’, particularly with regard to organizations and business, and contribute to current arguments about diversity management and their relevance in real business / organizational contexts.
A pre-course assignment asks that students reflect on their experiences with regard to diversity and managing diversity (full details later).

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Further information

The language of tuition is English.
The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Language of instruction

English

Timing

10.03.2021 - 21.04.2021

Enrollment date

23.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Rebecca Kihlman

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Virtual proportion

5 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5
Future Business Models LY00EC24-3001 19.10.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student becomes familiar with organizational and corporate business models and the skills needed for future success. S/he understands the importance of knowledge regarding the success of an organization and is familiar with the general features of knowledge-intensive activities. S/he is able to design an organization’s activities to meet the challenges of digitalization.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Completed Higher Education Degree

Course contents

• Digital breakthrough
• Fragmentation of society
• Health and well-being
• Climate change and energy
• Intelligence

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

19.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Jukka Kaisla

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5
How to Read Systems? LY00EI86-3001 10.08.2020-06.09.2020 5 credits (LITO YAMK) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will learn to understand how to create more insights regarding different business-related issues with a tool called systemic constellation At the end of this course students will be capable of reading the spatial language and to interpret the results of system constellations, based on the theories they learnt. System constellations will help students to understand better e.g. the issues of change management, transformation questions, business model development, sustainable leadership etc. and it is a tool to understand different complex questions in a systemic way.

Course contents

The course includes lectures of different theories that deliver frames for system constellations like Spiral Dynamics, Theory U and iceberg-models. During the systemic workshops the students analyze their own systems with system constellation method. The method will be introduced and it’s potential for reading complex systems discussed. System constellations as a tool to get information of different research question or organizational development task will also be discussed.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Hanna Harilainen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Navigating Through Changing Times : Knowledge Work in Complex Environments, Edited by Anne Eskola, Routledge 2017 (e-book)

Chapter 1 Knowledge Work and New Ways of Working

Chapter 15 Navigating in Turbulent Environments

Articles will be given later.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course will have contact sessions on Monday and Tuesday, online-sessions on Wednesday and Thursday and a zoom-meeting on Friday.
Attendance at the course is mandatory as systemic work is based on experiential learning.
The students will write a learning diary during the course reflecting on their insights and ideas based on systemic workshops, books and articles.

Language of instruction

English

Timing

10.08.2020 - 06.09.2020

Enrollment date

28.04.2020 - 31.05.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- LITO YAMK
Seats

20 - 25

Teacher(s)

JOH/HRM Liiketalous ope, Helena Kuusisto-Ek

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master's Degree Programme in Business Informatics (Technology, Communication and Transport), Master's Degree Programme in Supply Chain Management (Social Sciences, Business and Administration), Master's Degree Programme in Supply Chain Management (Technology, Communication and Transport), Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development, Master's Degree Programme in Business Informatics (Social Sciences, Business and Administration)

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

No exam, no alternative assignment.

Location and Time

The schudele during the week is as follows:

Monday 10th 10-15 in Myyrmäki, contact lessons and systemic workshops, Helena Kuusisto-Ek & Barbara Malmström, Novaspectra Oy

Tuesday 11th 10-15 in Myyrmäki, contact lessons and systemic workshops, Helena Kuusisto-Ek & Barbara Malmström, Novaspectra Oy

Wednesday 12th 10-16 online-session with professor Georg Muller-Christ, University of Bremen

Thursday 13th 10-16 online-session with professor Beorg Muller-Christ, University of Bremen

Friday 14th 10-11 Zoom-meeting: Reflection and lessons learnt
LIKE Master´s Thesis 2021 LY00EH26-3002 01.01.2021-31.12.2021 30 credits + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The purpose of the thesis for a Master's degree is to develop and demonstrate not only ability to apply research information and use selected methods to analyse and solve problems related to professional life, but also to demonstrate readiness for independent expert work in demanding positions. In the thesis for a Metropolia Master's degree, the student aims to generate new competence and develop professional life and the field of study in an innovative way. (see Degree Regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Ltd, 2019)

The student is able to plan, implement and evaluate a research and development project in co-operation with working life. The student is able to critically and effectively apply the research and expert knowledge of the field and RDI methods for developing practices and problem solving in working life. In his/her work, the student shows initiative and good change management and development skills. The student is able to work independently in expert positions of the field and as a developer and reformer of working life.The student is able to make justified decisions during the different phases of the thesis process. The student produces a written report of the research and development project and has good oral and written professional communication skills. In the maturity test,the student demonstrates good knowledge of the thesis’ subject area and is able to communicate the results in a professional manner.

Course contents

All parts of the thesis process(selection of the subject, research and development process, thesis report)according to the degree programme guidelines: workshops, seminars, individual and group supervision, maturity test.The maturity test can be a press release, a publishable article,an executive summary or other informative text. The student agrees the form and target audience of the maturity test together with the thesis supervisor.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The assessment framework is saved as an attachment to the curriculum.

Good

The assessment framework is saved as an attachment to the curriculum.

Excellent

The assessment framework is saved as an attachment to the curriculum.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.12.2021
- 30 credits
Teacher(s)

Sari Virta, Pia Hellman, Henna-Liisa Palojärvi, Jukka Kaisla, Raisa Varsta, Pauli Järvensivu, Zinaida Grabovskaia, Kaija Haapasalo, Mikko Kivistö, Eija Westerberg

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

R&D proportion

30 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5
Organisational Development, Process and Project Management LY00EB24-3001 19.10.2020-14.12.2020 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to analyze and evaluate internal and external organizational processes utilizing a customer-oriented approach.S/he has the ability to develop organizational processes by applying Action research method. The student is able to evaluate and utilize fundamental organizational development tools and methods. S/he is able to measure the impacts of process development for the performance of an organization and draw conclusions for future development.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Research Methods and Tools, 5 ECTS

Course contents

Process planning, analysis, development and management;
Measuring and follow-up of processes; Organizational development methods (e.g. Lean, agile development methods, project management)

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

Recommended or required reading

Käydään läpi ensimmäisellä luentokerralla (not translated)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Aktivoivat ja vuorovaikutteiset verkkoluennot
Ryhmätyöskentely ja -keskustelut verkkotapaamisissa ja verkko-oppimisympäristössä
Itsenäinen työskentely verkossa (verkkotehtävien suorittaminen) ja oppimistehtävä

Opintojakson suoritus:
Verkkotehtävät
Oppimistehtävä (not translated)

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

19.10.2020 - 14.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Sari Virta, Pauli Järvensivu

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Virtual proportion

2 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Ei valinnaista suoritustapaa (not translated)

Exam schedule

Opintojaksolla ei ole tenttiä. (not translated)
Quality Management L000CH78-3006 08.03.2021-30.05.2021 5 credits (L0619S6, ...) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to implement and maintain quality management system taking into account normative requirements. (S)he understands quality as a tool in order to reach strategic goals. The student is able to manage development projects and analyze and improve processes. (S)he knows and is able to apply the content of the relevant quality management rules and standards. The student is able to identify target-group-specific requirements and different reference groups.

Course contents

- ISO-quality management systems
- Quality standards and laws
- Different aspects of quality management
- Features and methods of Quality management
- Management of quality related projects
- Measures and work evaluation criteria used in quality management
- Continuous improvement
- Business process management
- Leadership, management and work evaluation
- Measurement, presentation and reporting

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

1 (Satisfactory), this means that the student's performance is sufficient and she/he is showing just enough understanding of the subject to merit a pass grade but requiring greater effort to achieve a more satisfactory result.

Good

3 (Average/Good), this means that the student's performance is good and she/he is showing strong understanding of basic concepts and good grasp of techniques, but with certain minor problems still requiring further attention.

Excellent

5 (Outstanding), this means that the student's performance is excellent and it not only fulfils all standard requirements but demonstrates originality and imagination.

Further information

The language of the tuition is English.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Recommended or required reading

Exam book:
Foster, S. Thomas: Managing Quality: Integrating the Supply Chain, Global Edition

Other material to be announced later

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Interactive online lecture and assignments
Topic exams in Moodle
Group and individual assignments in Moodle

Assessment methods and criteria

Topic exams 40%
Summary of a book 20%
Group assignment 40%

Language of instruction

English

Timing

08.03.2021 - 30.05.2021

Enrollment date

23.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0619S6
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Pauli Järvensivu

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master's Degree Programme in Supply Chain Management (Social Sciences, Business and Administration), Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Virtual proportion

5 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content periodicity

Schedule can be found in Moodle workspace

Location and Time

Online, opening lecture 12.3.2021, 13:00-> In Zoom
https://metropolia.zoom.us/j/66561253577

Rest of the implantation according to schedule in Moodle workspace "Quality Management", enrollment key: "QUALITY21".
Quantitative Methods for Quality Management LY00EC29-3001 01.01.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to use statistical methods to analyse and assess quantitative quality management data and present the results graphically. The student knows what kinds of statistical methods can be applied in quality control, process management and process development.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Research Methods and Tools

Course contents

• The basics of statistical analytics: distribution processing, principles of probability, basic principles of correlation and regression anlyses
• Graphical presentation of statistical data
• Process competency and how to measure it
• Statistical process control

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Recommended or required reading

Teacher materials in Moodle learning environment.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Independent studying
Assignments

Assessment methods and criteria

To pass the course, you need in every set at least 50 % of the set's maximum points. So, you must pass each problem set individually.

When you have passed all sets, the grade is based on the total points of the course (the maximum points of all sets added together). The lower limits for grades are as follows:

50 % of total points: 1
60 % of total points: 2
70 % of total points: 3
80 % of total points: 4
90 % of total points: 5

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.12.2021

Enrollment date

02.12.2020 - 31.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Tiina Mikkola

Further information for students

Enrollment directly to the lecturer by email tiina.mikkola (at) metropolia.fi. You can enroll at any time during the year. NOTE: For the Master´s students only.

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Virtual proportion

5 credits

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

N/A

Work placement(s)

N/A

Exam schedule

No exam, the course is completed by solving problems.

International connections

N/A

Students use of time and load

Total 135 hours covering independent study and solving problems.

Content periodicity

N/A

Location and Time

The course is a non-stop online course. You can do it independently and at your own pace in Moodle learning environment. However, enough time must be allocated for independent study (for a 5-credit course, the student's calculatory workload is 135 hours).
Research Methods and Tools XX00EJ16-3002 24.08.2020-25.10.2020 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The purpose of the course is to improve the student's professional expertise, research and development skills, and expertise in critical argumentation and knowledge formation skills that can contribute to the field.
Goals:
• The student is able to identify, evaluate and argue research and development needs from different angles.
• The student can critically evaluate and utilise national and international research data and material for the purposes of working life development and RDI.
• The student is familiar with methods suitable for research and development projects in their field and can select the appropriate qualitative, quantitative or development methods for research and development projects.
• The student is able to apply any chosen methods appropriately.
• The student follows the principles of responsible conduct of research, data protection and research ethics and can apply the principles of open science and research in research and development activities.
• The student is able to evaluate the reliability of the research and development project appropriately.
• The student can communicate fluently about research and development issues.
• The student can act with initiative and responsibility in multidisciplinary development networks and carry out various working life development projects.

Course contents

• Approaches to research and development work
• Identification and evaluation of research and development needs
• Systematic acquisition of information in research and development work
• Research and development processes and methods:
o Quantitative, qualitative and development methods
o Data collection, analysis, reliability and interpretation of data
• Research ethics, data protection and responsible conduct of research, and the principles of open science and research
• Communication and reporting of research and development work

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The student is able to identify and describe the needs and stages of research and development work in their field. The student is able to make use of relevant information in development work. The student is able to use and apply key concepts and methods in their field's research and development work. They are able to identify and take into account any data protection and research ethics issues. They can communicate and report on their research and development work. The student is able to, in cooperation with others, to carry out research and development projects that develop working life.

Good

The student is able to analyse and argue the needs and stages of research and development work in their field. The student is able to compare, analyse and make use of relevant information purposefully in development work. The student is able to properly use key concepts and method in their field's research and development work, and to apply them in a variety of ways. They adhere to data protection and research ethics guidelines. They communicate and report clearly on their research and development work. The student is able to carry out independent research and development projects that develop working life, and is capable of cooperation with others.

Excellent

The student is able to assess in a critical way and to argue from many angles the needs and stages of research and development work in their field. The student is able to critically analyse and assess relevant information and to apply it skilfully in development work. The student is able to use excellently the key concepts and methods used in their field's research and development work, and to apply them in multiple and innovative ways. They have internalised the data protection and research ethics guidelines, and develop operations that comply with them. They communicate and report convincingly on their research and development work. The student is able to lead independent research and development projects and engage in constructive cooperation with others.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Teacher materials (qualitative and quantitative research)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Distance learning (qualitative and quantitative research)

Assessment methods and criteria

Action research 60% of the course's total grade
Qualitative and quantitative research methods 40% of the course's total grade
Passing level of research communication is required (= familiarization with pre-material, presence in the workshop, and approved completion of the lecture assignment)

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Sari Virta, Henna-Liisa Palojärvi, Jukka Kaisla, Tiina Mikkola

Further information for students

N/A

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

N/A

Exam schedule

No exam, the course is completed by assignments.

International connections

N/A

Students use of time and load

Total 135 hours covering lectures and independent study.

Content periodicity

The exact schedule will be announced later.
Strategic Management and Competence Management LY00EC25-3001 11.01.2021-15.03.2021 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student has an overall view of strategic management and a manager’s role in creating and implementing an organization’s strategy. S/he is familiar with the theories and terminology of strategic management and is able to expedite the implementation of strategies using methods appropriate for the situation and the operational environment. The student is able to utilize intellectual capital as a key competitive factor and knows how to develop competence resources proactively.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Completed Higher Education Degree

Course contents

• Strategic management theories, terminology and strategy work as a whole
• Essential tools for strategic management
• Manager’s roles in strategy work and strategic dialogue as an implementation prerequisite
• Knowledge management as a whole and its connection to strategy
• Utilizing and developing knowledge and knowledge potential
• Agile learning – a method for success in the middle of constant change

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

The course litterature will be informed later.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course will be implemented online in the spring 2021. Contact lessons on Mondays 11.1.-1.3.2021. More information in January.
The course will be implemented by a learning assignment.

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

11.01.2021 - 15.03.2021

Enrollment date

23.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Helena Kuusisto-Ek

Further information for students

The objectives of the course, contents, assignments and assessment are discussed during the first contact lesson.

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

No alternative assignment.

Exam schedule

No exam.

Students use of time and load

The student's studying time used in a 5 cr course is divided as follows:
Contact teaching 35 hours
Literature and reading 50 hours
Writing a learning assignment 50 hours
Strengthening Leadership Competence LY00EC26-3001 08.03.2021-09.05.2021 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is familiar with the dimensions of managerial behaviour and is able to improve him/herself as a supervisor and manager. S/he understands different characteristics of organizational behaviour and how a supervisor’s personal conduct affects the work community, its teams and individuals. The student is able to develop different work communities and to create a supportive work atmosphere. The student is able to utilize supervisor and management communication to build a good company culture.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Completed Higher Education Degree

Course contents

• Different approaches to managerial work
• Recognizing personal strengths and utilizing them in management work
• Managerial work in different work contexts
• Developing operational culture as part of managerial work
• Supervisor communication as a whole

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

The course literature and material will be informed in the beginning of the course.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course will be implemented online in the spring 2021. Contact lessons according to the schedule on Monday evenings.

Activating and interactive lectures
Teamwork and group discussions as part of teaching
Individual learning and assignment work
Completing the course: Learning assignment.

Assessment methods and criteria

Kiitettävä K5
Opiskelija hallitsee kiitettävästi esimiestyöhön ja esimiesviestintään liittyvää teoriaa ja osaa soveltaa sitä monipuolisesti ja perustellusti omaan työhönsä. Opiskelija pystyy luomaan käsiteltävästä teemasta loogisen kokonaisuuden. Opiskelija pystyy reflektoimaan omaa osaamistaan syvällisesti ja eri näkökulmista.

Hyvä H4-H3
Opiskelija hallitsee teemaan liittyvää teoriaa hyvin ja osaa soveltaa sitä omaan työhönsä. Opiskelija pystyy luomaan käsiteltävästä teemasta toimivia kokonaisuuksia. Opiskelija pystyy reflektoimaan omaa osaamistaan suhteessa kurssin sisältöihin.

Tyydyttävä T2-T1
Opiskelija hallitsee jonkin verran teemaan liittyvää teoriaa ja osaa jossain määrin soveltaa sitä omaan työhönsä. Opiskelija hallitsee teemaan liittyviä osa-alueita. Opiskelija pystyy osittain reflektoimaan omaa osaamistaan suhteessa kurssin sisältöihin. (not translated)

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

08.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

Enrollment date

23.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Sari Virta

Further information for students

The learning objectives of the course, contents, assignments and assessment are discussed during the first online contact lesson.

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

No alternatives for completing the course

Exam schedule

No exam

Students use of time and load

The students' time used for the studies on the 5 cr implementation is divided as follows:

Contact teaching, discussions and working in groups 35 hours
Literature and readings 50 hours
Writing the learning assignment 50 hours

Location and Time

The course will be taught online.
Systemic Leadership and Transformation LY00EC23-3001 26.08.2020-18.10.2020 5 credits (L0820S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the nature of managerial work in a constantly changing operating environment and is familiar with the principles of complexity thinking. The student is familiar with the historical background and different theories of systems thinking and is able to utilize systems intelligence in improving his/her performance and developing the work community.
The student is able to apply change management tools and theories and to expedite change in his/her own work community.
The student is familiar with the dynamics of change management and is able to implement successful change projects based on them.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Completed Higher Education Degree

Course contents

• Complexity thinking in managerial work and in a VUCA environment
• Systems thinking, theories and tools
• Systems intelligence as a managerial and organizational competence
• Transformation processes and the ability to implement profound change
• Constantly changing organizations and adaptability as a competitive factor
• Change dynamics as part of staff and change management

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Good

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Excellent

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

The books and articles will be informed later.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course consists of lectures, group discussions, case exercises and independent study.

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed on a scale of 1-5.

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

26.08.2020 - 18.10.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 09.08.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0820S6
Seats

20 - 35

Teacher(s)

Helena Kuusisto-Ek

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

No alternative assignment.

Exam schedule

No exam.

Content periodicity

The learning outcomes, course contents, assignments and assessment criteria of the course are discussed during the first contact session

Location and Time

The contact lectures on Wednesday evenings 17.00-20.15 weeks 35-41
Work Legislation and Management Jurisdiction LZ1DAA13-3009 11.01.2021-03.03.2021 5 credits (L0819S6) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to act responsibly in roles of a leader and an employer. S/he knows the obligations of legislation as well as the central agreements and norms of the working life.
S/he knows how to take care of the welfare of the work community and has competence to act in problematic situations at work.

Course contents

- Regulations of working life
- Making, changing and ending a work contract
- Judicial framework of managerial work and its application in selected sectors/companies
- Central norms of work legislation
- Welfare at work from legal and personnel administration perspective
- Cases

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Sufficient performance: the student has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has demonstrated some ability to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to working life. His/her analytical skills and/or the development approach need major improvement.

Good

Good overall performance by the student in course work. The student has been an active learner as an individual and in teams. S/he has demonstrated how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Excellent

The student has shown excellent performance in all elements of the course. S/he has shown motivation and interest in individual and team learning as well as in sharing one’s expertise. The student has demonstrated well and creatively how to apply knowledge in the learning assignments related to analysing and developing working life.

Further information

The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sari Virta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

11.01.2021 - 03.03.2021

Enrollment date

23.11.2020 - 13.12.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- L0819S6
Seats

20 - 30

Teacher(s)

Eija Westerberg

Unit, in charge

School of Business

Degree Programme

Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development

Unit location

Leiritie 1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Academic year 2021 - 2022

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.

Contact

Head of Degree Programme
Sari Virta
+358 40 632 8236
sari.virta@metropolia.fi

PO Box 4071, FI-00079 Metropolia, Finland

Specific admission requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the corresponding field of education is required, e.g. Bachelor of Business Administration or a related bachelor’s degree containing/combined with 40 cr (ECTS) of higher education studies in business field. In addition, the applicant must have the minimum of three years of relevant work experience, gained after the required degree.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

According to the Degree Regulations of Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences students may apply for identification and accreditation of prior learning as part of their compulsory or optional studies, provided they have prior learning corresponding to the curriculum before the course in question begins.

Qualification requirements and regulations

Qualification requirements and regulations are defined in the degree regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences: >>

Profile of the programme

The main aim of the studies is to acquire sufficient business knowledge required in expert-level management and development positions. When graduating, the student has indicated the ability to analyse their own field of business, to carry out information and research based preparation of business/organisational development plans, and to execute demanding change projects in a workplace context. The student can also deepen his/her quality management competence.

Key learning outcomes

The key learning outcomes of the Master’s degree programme in Business Development are centered around the following four core competences:
1. Analytical & Methodological Competences
2. Strategic and Innovative Competences
3. Advanced Business Management Competences
4. Business Development Compentences.
Each module of the curriculum produces and enhances the Master’s student’s competence in these areas. For further learning outcomes please see the course descriptions of the modules in the curriculum.
In addition, generic competences as described in the EQF7/NQF7, will be met with. These are: Learning Competence; Ethical Competence; Working Community Competence; Innovation Competence; as well as Internationalization Competence.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

The graduate has the capability to lead demanding change and development projects and processes. (S)he can act in managerial positions in business organisations, or as an entrepreneur.

Access to further studies

The degree obtained is of Master’s level. It is up to the Institution of Higher Education which offers further education (licenciate/doctorate) to decide on the eligibility.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

According to the Degree Regulations of Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences course assessment criteria are specified in the course implementation plan. The teacher in charge of the course will be responsible for the assessment. Students must be informed at the beginning of the course on the assessment principles, which must be based on the course objectives. Assessment takes primarily place for each course and applies to the students who have registered and been accepted on the course. If necessary, different components of a course may be assessed individually. If the course consists of several components, the teacher may point this out in the assessment principles contained in the implementation plan.
The assessment scale is as follows: excellent (5), very good (4), good (3), very satisfactory (2), satisfactory (1), fail (0) and pass (P). Any deviations of this scale will be decided by the President.

Graduation requirements

All studies indicated in the curriculum of the Master’s Degree Programme in Business Development must be successfully completed.

Mode of study

This Master’s degree programme is carried out on a part-time basis, as it is intended to be completed alongside work. The learning sessions are mainly organized during weeknights, on some occasions as a combination of a Friday evening and Saturday. Alternatives offered by the curriculum combined with an intensive thesis work allows for full-time study, if more suitable for an individual Master’s student. The duration of the studies is 2 years alongside work.

Level of qualification

Master's Degree (Second Cycle)

Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning

Most of our student’s combine studies with work. Together they create an unique contact network, which includes their own organizations. We also invite professionals from various fields and companies to provide guest lectures. Best practices from companies are discussed and shared in all our courses.

Obligatory or Optional Mobility

Metropolia’s wide network with other Universities around the world offers a number of opportunities for short term exchange as well as for longer exchanges. We would like to see all our students participating in a study trip abroad during their studies. Metropolia Master’s Summer School offers courses taught by overseas visiting lecturers which creates an international experience for all participants.

Master’s Degree Programme in Business DevelopmentMaster of Business Administration, 90 ECTS