Curricula

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Materials provided in learning environment.

Teaching methods

Course contains 2 face-to-face contact days and 2 online lessons according to separate time schedule.
Face-to-face contact days are held in Helsinki and online lessons in Zoom net environment.
Course contains also self study and learning assignments.
All needed materials for self study is provided in the learning environment.

Practical training and working life connections

Visitor lecturers from working life is utilized.
Some learning assignments are made for own organization or selected organization.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam on this course.

International connections

Some english study materials are used in this course.

Student workload

Contact days 16 hours
Online lessons 3 hours
Self studying 50 hours
Study assignments 66 hours

Further information for students

AVOIN AMK 40

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

McKinnon, Alan. (2018) Decarbonising Logistics.

SFS-EN ISO environmental, health & safety and other applicable standards.

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

The course is a 100% independent online implementation that includes learning assignments and a more extensive project work. Grouping into small groups at the beginning of the course is required.
Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in the assignment) and their recommended return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Further information for students

avoin amk 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Time and location

Biweekly intensive sessions.
Please note that participation in these sessions is of prime importance for the completion of the entire course right from the first meeting.

Learning materials and recommended literature

McKinnon, Alan. (2018) Decarbonising Logistics.

SFS-EN ISO environmental, health & safety and other applicable standards.

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

Completion of the course includes contact lessons at campus, learning assignments and a more extensive project work.
Some of the learning assignments are done individually, some in small groups, some require independent work.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace.

The implementation combines both Finnish and English curriculum students, thus used language is entirely in English.

Practical training and working life connections

Guest lectures on different topics of the course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.

Further information for students

Attendance on the course has an impact on grading.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

The course is a 100% independent online implementation that includes learning assignments and a more extensive project work. Grouping into small groups is required.
Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in the assignment) and their recommended return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

Spring 2023.
Start in mid-January, end in late April.

Further information for students

avoin amk 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

The course is a 100% independent online implementation that includes learning assignments and a more extensive project work. Grouping into small groups is required.
Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in the assignment) and their recommended return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

Practical training and working life connections

-

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

In active implementation, the student is responsible for scheduling the performance. The introduction to the course presents a recommended rhythm that you should utilize to build your own schedule.

Further information for students

Avoin AMK 10, Kuljetusosaaja

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

Completion of the course includes contact lessons at campus, learning assignments and a more extensive project work.
Some of the learning assignments are done in small groups under the guidance of a teacher, either on campus or remotely; other tasks require independent work.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (stated in the assignment) and their return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

If your intention is to supplement the completion of the previous three-credit course, register for the implementation TLIK1500-3008.

Practical training and working life connections

Possible guest lectures on different topics of the course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

Fall 2022, lectures held generally weekly on campus.
Start at the beginning of September, end around November-December.

Further information for students

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

The course is a 100% independent online implementation that includes learning assignments and a more extensive project work. Grouping into small groups is required.
Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in the assignment) and their recommended return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

Fall 2022.
Start at the beginning of September, end around November-December.

Further information for students

Avoin amk 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

Completion of the course includes contact lessons at campus, learning assignments and a more extensive project work.
Some of the learning assignments are done in small groups under the guidance of a teacher, either on campus or remotely; other tasks require independent work.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (stated in the assignment) and their return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

If your intention is to supplement the completion of the previous three-credit course, register for the implementation TLIK1500-3008.

Practical training and working life connections

Possible guest lectures on different topics of the course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

Fall 2022, lectures held generally weekly on campus.
Start at the beginning of September, end around November-December.

Further information for students

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

ISBN 978-87-403-1760-2 Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management, 2017, Venkatesh Ganapathy (available on course).
SFS-EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems.
SFS-EN ISO 26000:2020 Guidance on social responsibility.
SFS-ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems

The lecture material related to the course can be found in the course workspace. The course also uses open online material related to the topics.

Teaching methods

The course is a 100% independent online implementation that includes learning assignments and a more extensive project work. Grouping into small groups is required.
Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.
The tasks are described in more detail in the course workspace. Assignments are either individual assignments or group assignments (described in the assignment) and their recommended return dates will be confirmed as the course progresses.
Language of implementation: English

Practical training and working life connections

Not applicable on this course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

In active implementation, the student is responsible for scheduling the performance. The introduction to the course presents a recommended rhythm that you should utilize to build your own schedule.

Further information for students

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.

Objectives

Sustainability & responsibility is much more than just sorting your trashes and taking them out to the right bins. Sustainable sourcing and production methods througout the supply chain are a must nowadays and corporate responsibility is the basic prerequisite for companies to exist. On this course you will learn how globally acknowledged responsibility initiatives, e.g. UN Global Compact, affect on corporate governance.

Course Competencies:
Competences to be promoted and assessed in this course include analysing skills, ability to consult and apply norms and codes related to sustainability and responsibility, awareness of societal, health and safety, environmental, economic and industrial implications and responsibility in decision making.

Learning outcomes in the course:
You will learn the significance of responsibility aspects in business. You know how to evaluate sustainability reporting and how environmental, financial and social responsibility are linked into business processes, logistics and strategic management of the companies. You acquire basic understanding of standards and legistlation related to sustainability and responsibility.

Content

Development phases of sustainable thinking in business context.
Currently perceived basic level of sustainability in corporations now and in the future.
Corporate social, financial and environmental responsibility.
UN Global Compact, ISO standards, legistlation.
Study of sustainable megatrends, values and ethics.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material to be found in the Moodle learning environment:
- Lecturing materials
- Videos
- Assignments

E-book: Venkatesh Ganapathy: Introduction to Green Supply Chain Management

Teaching methods

The course is 100% virtual / remote implementation.

Teaching is based on lecture and instructional videos, learning assignments, joint dialogue between students and the teacher in the course's peer support / discussion forum.

Practical training and working life connections

Not applicable on this course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

There is no exam on this course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Content scheduling

In active implementation, the student is responsible for scheduling the performance. The introduction to the course presents a recommended rhythm that you should utilize to build your own schedule.

Further information for students

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

1 Sufficient:
The student demonstrates his / her competence in the subjects dealt with in the course, identifies the topics dealt with in the course and understands their importance in relation to sustainability and responsibility.

2 Satisfactory:
In addition to the above, the student can describe the topics covered in the course systematically and knows how to apply them.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

3 Good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to justify the effects of different solutions and to make informed choices between options.

4 Very good:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates the ability to apply what he or she has learned and to evaluate the solutions and their effects analytically.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

5 Excellent:
In addition to the above, the student demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the course topics and the ability to structure and analyze the effects of solutions in a broader context. Student also demonstrates the ability to apply all methods of the course correctly and innovatively in variable contexts.