Managerial Skills (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

Students are able to work and assume responsibility in a managerial role. Students understand the obligations of a manager and they improve their interaction skills in group situations. They are able to work in the role of a supervisor or team leader in various interactive situations. Students understand what good leadership requires from the manager and the organisation. Students can assess and develop their managerial skills.

Content

Tools and methods of supervisory work, interpersonal skills in supervisory work, challenges of supervisory work in constantly changing environment, personal development as a superior. The course may consist of practical excercises, projects, lectures and workshops or other methods of execution when necessary.

Teaching methods

Learning journal
Group assignments and discussions
Activating Lectures
Role play assignments

Location and time

Lähiopetusajat lukkarissa.

Learning materials and recommended literature

n/a

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Internship and working life connections

n/a

Exam dates and retake possibilities

n/a

International connections

n/a

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment and Attendance
Learning Journal
Learning Assignment

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students know the obligations that go with a supervisory position. They can act as group leaders and they rarely need guidance in their work. Students know how to report on their supervisory duties.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students know the obligations that go with a supervisory position and comprehend the position and significance of a supervisor in a live performance organization. They are able to work as a superior of a small group. Students can justify and argue their decisions and report on the operations of the organization. Students have good interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students are able to apply leadership theories and models in practical work. Students have practical supervisory skills and good interaction and networking skills. Students are capable of working as an expert and a supervisor in a specialist organization.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students know the obligations that go with a supervisory position. They can act as group leaders and they rarely need guidance in their work. Students know how to report on their supervisory duties.