Engelskt namn: Strategic Project Management Integration D
Denna kursplan gäller: 2010-08-30 till 2011-09-04 (nyare version av kursplanen finns)
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Kurskod: 2FE123
Högskolepoäng: 30
Utbildningsnivå: Avancerad nivå
Huvudområden och successiv fördjupning:
Företagsekonomi: Avancerad nivå, innehåller examensarbete för magisterexamen
Betygsskala: Tregradig skala
Ansvarig institution: USBE Företagsekonomi
Beslutad av: Handelshögskolans styrelse, 2009-10-08
The course consists of three modules, which will be further described below: Module 1. Perspectives on management and strategy (7,5 ECTS) In the module, alternative theoretical perspectives on strategic management will be presented, thereby providing a comprehensive platform for the semester modules. A distinction will be made between the rational, decision-making oriented view in traditional management literature and the processual, relational view in front-line research. Students will be trained to think strategically from both an internal and external perspective. Concentrated and focused cases are used to illustrate the complexity of strategic issues, and students are trained to make priorities and strategic choices in an uncertain environment. Module 2. Strategic Project Management Decision Making (7,5 ECTS) In order to develop a professional position and to master managerial skills in the area of strategic project management, it is necessary to comprehend complex management problem arising in modern corporations where projects are used extensively. The module will examine specific issues concerning such assessment and decision making for project portfolios, strategic alignment and project management. Strategic project management will be examined from an applied perspective through a series of case assignments covering major areas of interest for the strategic project manager. Cases will be both independent as well as group assignments and comprise both short and long cases. Module 3. Masters thesis (15 ECTS) The objective of the Masters thesis is to develop the students knowledge of scientific work and to provide students with the understanding to plan, conduct, and present their work independently. A further aim is to develop skills for the critical examination of investigations and research reports and to provide the student with the opportunity for a deeper level of theoretical study within a chosen area. Section 1. Seminars (0 ECTS) The aim of this part is to develop the students ability to examine investigations and reports from a critical and scientific point of view. This part of the thesis work requires the student to submit written critical analyses, 4 to 5 pages in length, of two other Masters theses. This is an individual assignment. The written critical analyses, in which the students critical abilities must be clearly documented, should be numbered consecutively (Number1 - Number2). Section 2. Master's thesis (15 ECTS) Thesis work should prove the students independent ability to investigate and develop an issue within the field of business administration. The emphasis lies in the critical choice of method, in the creation of a relevant theoretical frame of reference, and in the extensive analysis of the theoretical and empirical material in which the author makes a contribution to the literature in a chosen subject or problem area. The deeper methodology studies must be clearly connected to the problem area and the different parts must be well integrated as a harmonized unity. Thesis work should generally be conducted in groups of two. The lengths of the Masters theses in this program typically range from 40 to 60 pages. Section 3. Main opposition (0 ECTS) The aim of this part of the thesis work is to perform a major critical analysis of another Masters thesis, including the conducting of an oral examination of this thesis.
After completing the course, the students should be able to identify and relate contemporary approaches on management and strategy analyze the complexity and critically assess strategic options in a dynamic environment understand and comprehend the complexity of strategic project management decision making demonstrate that they have gained the knowledge commensurate with having undertaking a Bachelor thesis select an appropriate topic and formulate relevant research questions capable of being assessed in a timely fashion apply a scientific perspective to theory show how their chosen methodology motivates their study demonstrate a scientific approach in independently summarizing and analyzing an empirical (or equivalent) material assimilate and evaluate scientific publications explain the place of their research in relation to the research front/knowledge base in their discipline discuss the thesis contribute to scientific knowledge in their chosen area defend the thesis at a scientific seminar. In addition, the course has a number of generic learning outcomes. After completing the course, the student should also be able to: work effectively in multicultural teams and as team leaders appreciate diversity and multiculturality integrate managerial expertise from different knowledge areas in order to identify, analyze and solve organizational problems.
University: Admitted to the joint study Masters Program in Strategic Project Management. Language: English B from Swedish gymnasium or the equivalent.
Module 1 is based on lectures that outline general theories related to the course topics. Seminars will be utilized to examine the details of the theories and the practice of the topics under study. In some cases more advanced simulation processes will be used. Module 2 is based on several case assignments. Students will work in teams as well as individually and present their work in seminars. For module 3 the authors independence and responsibility is emphasized in the conducting of thesis work. Thus the supervisors influence and control is reduced in order to create the necessary conditions for individual autonomy, creativity, and personal responsibility. Nevertheless, students are expected to participate actively in joint discussions and seminars during the thesis period. It is understood that the ongoing Masters thesis work is presented to the supervisor on at least three occasions during the thesis process.
The examination for module 1 consists of active participation in seminars and successful completion of group or individual assignments, there will also be a written comprehensive examination (tentamen). On module 2, the examination will be based upon the student's active participation in seminars , and the successful completion of a case assignments. On module 3 the writing and defending of an independent work is the primary requirement. Students will also be evaluated on their ability to perform a major critical analysis of another Masters thesis and the quality of their written critical analyses of two other Masters theses. 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%). To receive the grade Pass with distinction (Väl godkänd) on the course, the student must have achieved that grade Pass with distinction on the Master´s thesis and on one of the 7.5 ects-modules. In case of failure on seminar participation or individual and group assignments, compensating assignments must be completed in accordance with instructions given on each occasion. Students who do not pass the written examination will be offered a re-examination opportunity within 2-3 weeks. Beyond that, additional opportunities to complete the written examination normally arise every academic year one-week prior to the start of the autumn term. 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. Rules and regulations concerning the production of academic texts and correct referencing will be applicable to all written assignments. Guest lectures during a module might be used as basis for examination. Student who has passed an examination can not redo the examination to get a higher grading. Grades on the course are awarded when students have passed all examinations and compulsory course elements.
The course is included in the Masters Program in Strategic Project Management.
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