Subject Management and Organisation (2 nd year autumn, 3 rd year autumn) Advanced Electives: Interpersonal Skills JO7.2/KV30.2 Culture and Interpersonal Communication 022072 JO7.2/KV30.2 Culture and Interpersonal Communication In this global world it has become crucial to be able to relate efficiently to a great variety of interlocutors from diverse cultural backgrounds. To achieve this it is essential to understand how culture contributes to solving problems of adaptation and integration and influences interpersonal relations. The course starts with an analysis of one's own national culture; it proceeds with a reasoned discovery of the so-called foreign cultures, a study of the leading approaches to intercultural relations and considerations on the ethical dimension. At the end of this course, students will have become familiar with the notion of culture be better conscious of their own cultural style, have acquired a personal tool-box that will help them identifying, decoding, understanding and relating to foreign cultural backgrounds have given some thought to the ethical dimension of intercultural exchanges. on teaching methods 022072 JO7.2/KV30.2 Culture and Interpersonal Communication: Former Dean and Director General Michel Poté, Ecole Supérieure des Sciences. Intensive course 14 hours : 9 hours lectures and 5 hours practical exercises. The course is taught in English. 022072 JO7.2/KV30.2 Culture and Interpersonal Communication: Written case, group-work assignment, questions on course contents 022072 Cross-cultural communication, 2 ECTS cr. 2 Master Seminar Intercultural Cooperation Seminar Objectives - To enable students to understand, evaluate and apply different models and theories related to intercultural competence - To provide students with a learning environment that allows for experiencing the benefits and challenges of intercultural encounters in general, and of multicultural teamwork in particular - To deepen students intercultural understanding by helping them reflect on the experiences made in class Seminar Structure Intercultural competence is best learnt in practice. Therefore, the seminar design is very interactive and builds on the cross-cultural composition of the student body. Be prepared to bring your personal experiences to class and share them with your classmates. During the introductory session, students form cross-cultural groups and get to know the other group members cultural backgrounds, values and work behavior by engaging in interactive exercises. The goal of this first session is to enable the students to function as successful multicultural teams for the remainder of the seminar. The second session is devoted to a culture simulation allowing students to experience cultural awareness and misunderstandings, cultural learning and integration first hand. An intensive reflection phase rounds off the exercise. The next three sessions cover models and theories related to intercultural competence, e.g. the concept of Culture Standards by A. Thomas or the Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity by M. J. Bennett. For these sessions, it is absolutely necessary to prepare well, i.e. read the required texts, in order to be able to contribute effectively. Groups of about four students conduct projects on seminar-related topics and present their findings in class during the final seminar session. Furthermore, students are asked to write three reflective essays over the 2 1
The final grade of the course consists of a written case (1/3) groupwork assignment (1/3) and questions on course contents (1/3). 022072 JO7.2/KV30.2 Culture and Interpersonal Communication: 9. Understanding cross-cultural management. London, Prentice Hall, Browaeys, Marie-Joelle; Price, Roger (2008), 978-0-273-70336-5. 10. Cultures and organizations. Software of the mind. New York, McGraw Hill, Hofstede, Geert; Hofstede, Gert Jan (2005), 0-07- 143959-5. 11. Riding the waves of culture. Understanding cultural diversity in business. London, Nicholas Brealey, Trompenaars, Fons (2001), 1857881761. Supplementary material for the exam or for the course Additionally selected articles for JO7.2/KV30.2. This course is equivalent to the previous course 022073 JO7/202263 KV30 Subject Economic Geography 2 nd or 3 rd year I-II TM062002 TMe2 Globalisation and Corporate Responsibility Subject Economic Geography Person(s) in charge Janne Lindstedt, Johanna Alanen Objectives After the course students will be familiar with sustainable development, globalisation, corporate (social) responsibility and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) of UN. Students will understand the contents of course of the seminar in order to deepen their intercultural learning. Such essays ideally combine and integrate personal opinion/experience with what was learnt in class. Grading The assessment of this course will be made based on three requirements: - Group project 40% - Three reflective essays (15% each) 45% - Class participation 15% For a passing grade you must obtain at least 50 per cent in each of the three categories and at least 60 per cent of the total points. Leadership Challenge: Globalization 5 Master Course Dimensions of Globalization Course Structure The first session aims at providing students with an introduction to globalization, building upon today s globalization drivers, as well as preceding phases of the globalization process. In this session, students will also be introduced to viewpoints and sources of anti-globalization. Students then focus on some of the main concepts with regards to economic development and key economic characteristics of the recent globalization 4 2
them and the kind of possibilities and challenges they set for companies. Corporate (social) responsibility is the main framework for companies to respond to the global challenges and uneven development. On this course the theme in question will be considered from the standpoint of MDGs and thus, much emphasis will be put on developing countries. (See further information on course web page.) Languages of instruction English on teaching methods Virtual course. The course is held in English and consists of discussions in forum and written assignments. Individual works can also be done in Finnish. on recommended year of study 2nd or 3rd year I-II Offering information for JOO students 1. Geographies of Development. An Introduction to Development Studies. 3rd ed., Harlow, Pearson Education Limited, Potter, Binns, Elliot, Smith (2008), 978-0-13-222823-7. 2. A fair globalization. Creating opportunities for all. Geneva, International Labour Office, Halonen, Mkapa (toim.) (2004), 9221154262. 3. Business and the Millennium Development Goals: A Framework for Action. 2nd ed., International Business Leaders Forum, Nelson, Prescott (2008). 4. A collection of articles. The course is part of the Finnish Universities' Partnership for International Development (UniPid) co-operation. Attendance is restricted to 70 students. In case of excess demand, priority is given to students majoring in economic geography. The theme of corporate (social) responsibility will be further discussed in TM23 and TMS2. This course is similar to the course 062002 TMe2. process in order to obtain a better understanding and awareness of the economic and social impact of globalization. This session also aims at fostering a deeper understanding of the EU, the European integration and the euro experiences. The third session is devoted to social and cultural dimensions of globalization, such as cultural diversity, cultural change, and tradition versus modernity, as well as ethics in global business. In the fourth session, students will be introduced to global business influences, transnational processes, and the role and impacts of multinational corporations with regards to the world economy. Alternatives to neo-liberal framework for multinationals will also be discussed. This session also deals with globalization effects on corporate governance and sustainable development. The course is completed by a final session on the global financial crisis, transition mechanisms, as well as forecasts of globalization and recent trends in the world economy. Course objectives - To provide insights into different dimensions of globalization - To enable students to understand the complex issue of globalization and to evaluate recent globalization challenges - To familiarize students with the consequences of the EU integration and the euro - To provide students with an academically sound basis for reflecting upon globalization issues and impacts - To sensitize students to cultural challenges related to globalization - To provide students with a basis for understanding and managing global business influences - To enable students to gain enhanced understanding of the global financial crisis Grading The assessment of this course will be made based on three requirements: - Four short tests (10% each) 40% - Individual assignment 15% - Final exam 45% 3
Subject Entrepreneurship 2 nd or 3 rd year III Leadership Challenge: Innovation YR222044 YR4 Business Competence and Innovations Subject Entrepreneurship Objectives In this course the student will learn to understand the innovation development process and management issues accordingly. The student will learn aspects of business competence when managing an innovation or a new venture, including IPR issues, financing the venture, managing a small company and commercializing innovations and marketing of new venture. This course develops student s understanding of innovation systems as a whole and their different elements, innovation policies in a regional, national and international level and their interconnections. The course familiarizes the student with innovation management activities through theory and practical business examples on knowledge intensive sectors. The course content links together different angles of business competence and innovation management. Modes of study Written exam. on recommended year of study 2nd or 3rd year III 1. Innovator s dilemma when new technologies cause great firms to fail, Christensen, Clayton M. (1997), 0-87-584585-1. 2. Inside the tornado strategies for developing, leveraging, and surviving hypergrowth markets, Moore, Geoffrey A. (2004), 9780060745813. This course is equivalent to the previous course 222044 YR4 5 Master Seminar Innovation: Entrepreneurial Perspectives Course objectives Discussing and reflecting the entrepreneurial perspective of innovation Course Structure - key competencies for innovation and entrepreneurship - tools for innovative entrepreneurship cases of best practice - selected topics of recent research in innovation and entrepreneurship Lecture, group work, presentations, seminar papers, field work Grading Quality of seminar papers and presentations, tests Required reading Shane, S.: A General Theory of Entrepreneurship, Edward Elgar, Cheltenham 2005. and other selected papers 4 4
Subject International Business 2nd year Specialized Management Competence, Module Global Strategic Management 1 (M2, semesters 3 & 4) KV202030 KV2/TM34 Business Intelligence and the Global Business Environment 4 ECTS Objectives The learning objectives of the course are to provide the students the basic understanding about the global business environment and the company information needs concerning their environment. Students will learn how to observe and analyze the business environment, to acquire such information from secondary sources, and to analyze the business environment for the purposes of managerial decisionmaking. The course will foster a number of behavioral learning outcomes; research and inquiry skills, ethical approach to data collection and research, information literacy and critical stance to information sources, personal and intellectual autonomy, leadership and team work capabilities through the group work assignment, and the ability to enhance and practice various means of communication including presentation skills. The course develops a systemic understanding of the global business environment from a firm's perspective by applying a strategic mindset and the principles of business intelligence. During the course students will work in groups on challenges that require a thorough evaluation of a given situation and synthesizing provided with new knowledge. Teaching methods Lectures 14 h, Exercises 6 h. on teaching methods Lectures and exercises in English (lectures 14 h and compulsory workshop 6 h 4 Master Seminar Global Strategic Management Course Objectives This course aims at developing strategic thinking in a global context. The main objectives of this course are: - To gain understanding and processes of strategy formulation and implementation and apply them in a global setting - to investigate and structure a complex strategic marketing and/or management challenge that an international company faces in its market environment, - to be aware of competing arguments behind a number of strategic approaches - to come up with a decision for the most promising solution, and - to support this decision with key arguments based on theoretical considerations and empirical findings - To learn to work together as a team Upon completion of this course, students should have: - The ability to conduct a strategic analysis in a global stetting. - The ability to take a holistic approach to the application of analytical frameworks and tools. - The knowhow to obtain and analyze information which will aid decision making. - The ability to analyze cases which approximates closely to the rapid analysis of global business situations. Course Structure Utilizing a teaching approach that mixes lectures, visiting speakers and group projects, students will learn key concepts and frameworks used in crafting and implement global strategy. The reading will give you a broad picture of what global strategy is all about. During the courses, students are required to complete a group project as 3 5
(2*3 h)). Modes of study Written exam + exercise(s). Written exam (40 %) and international business environment analysis (60 %). Strategic intelligence: business intelligence, competitive intelligence, and knowledge management. Boca Raton, Auerbach Publications, Liebowitz, Jay (2006), 0849398681. Supplementary material for the exam or for the course: A collection of articles. The course is equivalent to the previous course 202030 KV2/062180 TM34 part of the course assesment. The group project involves using course concepts to analyze the cross-border strategic and management issues for the organizations represented by the guest speakers on the beginning of the sessions In an extensive kick-off session with supervising faculty, the challenges and milestones of the real-life global strategic and management case are outlined. At the same time, students are familiarized with the guiding principles of project work, with the project plan and rules in handling supervising faculty/corporate partner interaction. Students should prepare an in-depth analysis on specific challenges that the company is facing, and on making specific recommendations. Students might adopt the role of a consultant or investigative journalist when analyzing the challenges facing the company. Results are presented to the corporate partner at the end of this process. Both the verbal presentation and the submitted overall report will be assessed. Students will receive feedback from practitioners on the outcome of their analysis and the viability of their recommendations. Four lecture sessions will be given in between to gain insights into what challenges a global company is facing in an international market environment and how it deals with such issues. Students will learn how to analyze and structure real-life strategic management situations in a global context using several theoretical concepts and selected cases. Requirements and Grading Group Level (70 %) - Project Report and Presentation (40%) - Group Assignment (30%) Individual Level (30 %) - Individual assignment (20%) - Peer Review (10%) 6