Organization A, 7.5 Credits

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The course aims to prepare the student for the management of people in organizations, with a particular focus on the nature and conditions of the organization. The course provides an understanding of what organizations are, why they exist, and how they operate. After the course, the student should have gained a vocabulary that enables communication regarding organizational issues in future workplaces and shall have developed a critical view on organizations’ role in society. The first theme focuses on the nature of organizations and their functions and how the understanding thereof has developed. The second theme highlights managing and motivating people. The third theme combines a management and decision-making perspective with the existence and importance of change and learning. The fourth theme links the organization to the external environment, emphasizing the role of the organization in society and the responsibility of individuals and organizations to act in a sustainable and ethical way.  

Expected learning outcomes

Expected learning outcomes

• explain what an organization is and how the organization´s functions are integrated,
• explain and discuss how, and why, the leadership and management of people is of importance to an organization,
• describe and analyse the reasons for, and management of, change- and innovation processes,
• explain and critically examine the role of the organization in society and the organization’s responsibility toto act in an ethical and sustainable way.
• present and discuss one’s own as well as others’ standpoints and material
• communicate central concepts for the course in English, both orally and in writing

Required Knowledge

To enter the course general admission requirements are demanded (exemption is given for required courses in Swedish) as well as special requirements for the subject’s mathematics and social science.
The students should have mathematics corresponding to C-level at Swedish Gymnasium (approximately three years in upper secondary education) and social science corresponding to A-level at Swedish Gymnasium.

Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B, English/6.

Form of instruction

The learning is supported through casework where students hand in individual written assignments and discuss solutions in groups. Casework is supported by lectures, literature, and  is discussed in groups in workshops where students give each other constructive criticism. The literature seminars, furthermore, provide the students with opportunities for reflection and enhance the required ability to bring forward arguments and to take a stance.

Examination modes

The course is examined through individual written assignments, active participation in workshops and seminars, and an individual written exam. A passing grade is required for each part of the examination. Note as well examination modes for the course below.

The following grading system is used:
Pass with distinction (Väl godkänd, VG, 75% or more),
Pass (Godkänd, G, 50% or more)
and Fail (Underkänd U, less than 50%).
 
Grades on the course are awarded when the student has passed all examinations and compulsory course elements. The course is given and examined in English.
To receive the grade Pass with distinction (VG) in the 30 credits 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 shorter courses for example 7,5 credit courses, 15 credit courses or 22,5 credits 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 two months. Beyond that, additional examination opportunities normally arise every academic year, one week prior to the start of the autumn term. If required by specific circumstances, the Director of Studies may decide on other forms of examination

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. Mandatory assignments (seminars, written assignments, cases, computer assignments etc.) that have not been handed in within stipulated time must be done the next time the course is offered. 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.
 
A student who has passed an examination can not redo the examination to get a higher grade.
 
If a student fails to present a photo ID at the occasion of a written exam in an exam room will not be allowed to take the exam.
 
Disciplinary action may be taken against students who uses unauthorized help aids or in some other way tries to mislead on a test or when another type of task is being evaluated. 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. In addtion, Umeå University rules and regulations  for education and research applies:  http://www.umu.se/regelverk/utbildning-pa-grund--och-avancerad-niva
 
Educational activities 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.
 

This course can not be used in the same degree as 2FE012, 2FE212, 2FE030.