Analysis of Business Culture C, 7.5 Credits

Contents

The course focuses on developing intercultural competence using different analytical approaches to define and analyze various cultural components prevalent in business. In areas such as leadership, organizational behavior, decision-making, communication and business negotiations, a cultural awareness is particularly needed. Furthermore, the essential nature of culture as a static and bounded phenomenon is critically examined.
The course is given and examined in English.

Expected learning outcomes

After completing this course, the student should be able to:

• identify and appreciate cultural differences and similarities (e.g. regional similarities in the Nordic countries) in global business processes,
• critically examine the concept of business culture from alternative theoretical perspectives,
• analyse and communicate key business issues in a cross-cultural context,
• explain and evaluate the influence of culture on managerial issues such as leadership, negotiation or decision-making

Required Knowledge

Courses in Business Administration (60 ECTS) At Basic level (A-level) and Intermediate level (B-level) a minimum of 60 ECTS. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B, English/6.

Form of instruction

The learning is supported by lectures, cases and written and oral assignments.

Examination modes

Examination consists of active participation in seminars, completion of written group assignments and a written comprehensive individual exam. A passing grade is required for each part.
All examinations will be in English.

The following grading system will be used:

Pass with distinction (Väl godkänd, VG, 75% or more),
Pass (Godkänd, G, 50% or more)
Fail (Underkänd, U, less than 50%).
Grades on the course are awarded when the student has passed all examinations and compulsory course elements.

To receive the grade Pass with distinction (VG) in the 30 ECTS course consisting of four modules of the same size, the student must have achieved Pass with distinction (VG) in at least three out of four modules. In other courses Pass with distinction (VG) is given when the student has achieved at least 75% of the total weighted points.
A student who does not pass at the time of the written examination will be offered an opportunity to sit a further examination within a month. Beyond that, additional examination opportunities normally arise every academic year, one week prior to the start of the autumn term.

In case of failure on seminar participation or individual and group assignments, compensating assignments must be completed in accordance with instructions given, no later than two weeks after the completion of the module. If the form of examination does not permit repetition other forms of re-examination may be used.
When a student has failed an examination on two occasions, he or she has a right to have another grading teacher. A written request for an alternative examiner should be handed to the director of studies no later than two weeks before the next examination opportunity.
If a student fails to present a photo ID at the occasion of a written examination cannot have his or her results registered.
A student who has passed an examination can not redo the examination to get a higher grade.
Rules and regulations concerning the production of academic texts and correct referencing will be applicable to all written assignments. (see instructions in the thesis manual, Thesis Writing in Business Administration). Urkund records may be used for control.
The lectures are designed to facilitate students towards achieving expected learning outcomes and can explain, supplement and provide contrast to the course literature and other relevant course materials.

Other regulations

Academic credit transfers are according to the University credit transfer regulations.