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Administration and Decision-making in Health Care and Social ServicesLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: YSJA0102

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Responsible person

  • Kari Jaatinen, Hyvinvointiyksikkö

Objective

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024

Timing

29.01.2024 - 15.04.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master's Degree Programme in Project Management
  • Master's Degree Programme in Business Network Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Health Care and Social Services
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Kari Jaatinen

Groups
  • YSV22S1
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ylempi AMK, verkostojohtaminen
  • YSB22S1
    Projektijohtaminen YAMK
  • YSH23S1
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtamisen tutkinto-ohjelma (YAMK)
  • ZJAYSH23S1
    Avoin AMK, sote, Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtaminen, YAMK-polku

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Time and location

(Ei lukkaritoiveita tähän vaan rytmitys- ja tilatoiveet välilehdelle!!)

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Face-to-face and distance learning, literature, written assignments, dialogue discussions.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam.

Alternative completion methods

Studyfication is an alternative method of course implementation according to JAMK degree regulation.

Content scheduling

Lessons: (by Zoom)
21.2.2024 klo 9.00-16.00
27.3.2024 klo 9.00-16.00

The course begins with a preliminary assignment and ends with the return of the last learning assignment approximately two weeks after the last webinar.

Further information for students

Self-assessment, peer review, teacher evaluation.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Enrollment

01.08.2023 - 31.08.2023

Timing

13.09.2023 - 10.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

20 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master's Degree Programme in Project Management
  • Master's Degree Programme in Business Network Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Health Care and Social Services
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Kari Jaatinen

Groups
  • YSH23S1
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtamisen tutkinto-ohjelma (YAMK)
  • ZJAYSH23S1
    Avoin AMK, sote, Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtaminen, YAMK-polku

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Time and location

Two full-day webinars on Zoom, pre-task, mid-task, post-task.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Distance learning, two webinars, literature, written assignments, dialogue discussions.

You will receive an email about the opening of the Moodle workspace approx. 4 weeks before the first webinar. Watch the orientation video on Moodle and do the preliminary assignment for the course.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam.

Alternative completion methods

Studyfication is an alternative method of course implementation according to JAMK degree regulation.

Content scheduling

Teaching: (implemented as distance teaching via Zoom)
Friday 13 October 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Fri 10.11.2023 at 9.00-16.00

The course begins with a preliminary assignment approx. 4 weeks before the first webinar and ends with the return of the last learning assignment approx. 2 weeks after the second webinar.

Further information for students

Self-assessment, peer review, teacher evaluation.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Enrollment

01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023

Timing

16.01.2023 - 14.05.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Master's Degree Programme in Project Management
  • Master's Degree Programme in Business Network Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Health Care and Social Services
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Kari Jaatinen

Groups
  • ZJA21SSYM
    Avoin AMK, sote, monialainen kuntoutus, YAMK-polku
  • ZJA21SSYT
    Avoin AMK, sote, terveyden edistäminen, YAMK-polku
  • YSY21SM
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ylempi AMK, monialainen kuntoutus
  • ZJA21SSYP
    Avoin AMK, sote, Projektijohtaminen, YAMK-polku
  • YSY21SK
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ylempi AMK, kliininen asiantuntija
  • ZJA21SSYV
    Avoin AMK, sote, Verkostojohtaminen, YAMK-polku
  • YSV21S1
    Master's Degree Programme in Business Network Management
  • YSY21ST
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ylempi AMK, terveyden edistäminen
  • ZJA21SSYK
    Avoin AMK, sote, kliininen asiantuntija, YAMK-polku
  • YSB21S1
    Projektijohtaminen YAMK

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Webinars, independent learning, literature, written assignments, dialogue discussions.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Ei tenttiä.

Alternative completion methods

Studyfication is an alternative method of course implementation according to JAMK degree regulation.

Content scheduling

Lessons: (by Zoom)
17.1. klo 17.00-18.30 (orientation webinar)
21.2. 9.00-15.30 o'clock
29.3. 8.30-16.00 o'clock

The course begins with a preliminary assignment (instructed in the orientation webinar,) and ends with the return of the last learning assignment approximately two weeks after the last webinar.

Further information for students

Self-assessment, peer review, teacher evaluation.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Enrollment

01.08.2022 - 04.09.2022

Timing

15.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Master's Degree Programme in Project Management
  • Master's Degree Programme in Business Network Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Health Care and Social Services
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Kari Jaatinen

Groups
  • ZJAYSY22SJ
    Avoin AMK, sote, Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtaminen, YAMK-polku
  • YSY22SJ
    Sosiaali- ja terveysalan ylempi AMK, Sosiaali- ja terveysalan johtaminen

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Time and location

(Ei lukkaritoiveita tähän)

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Face-to-face and distance learning, literature, written assignments, dialogue discussions.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam.

Alternative completion methods

Studyfication is an alternative method of course implementation according to JAMK degree regulation.

Content scheduling

Lessons: (by Zoom)
13.9. klo 17.00-18.30 (orientation webinar)
12.10. 8.30-16.00 o'clock
16.11. 8.30-16.00 o'clock

The course begins with a preliminary assignment (instructed in the webinar on 13th September,) and ends with the return of the last learning assignment approximately two weeks after the last webinar.

Further information for students

Self-assessment, peer review, teacher evaluation.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Timing

16.05.2022 - 30.10.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Riitta Räsänen

Groups
  • ZJA22SVPJ3
    Vanhuspalveluiden johtaminen, ryhmä 3

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Time and location

Toteutus on tarkoitettu vain Vanhuspalveluiden johtamisen kehittämishankkeen opiskelijoille 25 paikkaa.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Kontakti- ja etäopiskelu, kirjallisuus, kirjalliset tehtävät, dialogiset keskustelut.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Ei tenttiä

Alternative completion methods

Opintojakso voidaan opinnollistaa JAMKin tutkintosäännön mukaisesti.

Further information for students

Itsearviointi, vertaisarviointi, opettajan arviointi.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment

Timing

01.11.2021 - 15.01.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Health and Social Studies

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • SAL Täydennyskoulutus, Ammatillinen lisäkoulutus
Teachers
  • Riitta Räsänen
  • Kari Jaatinen
Teacher in charge

Kari Jaatinen

Groups
  • ZJA21SVPJ2
    Vanhuspalveluiden johtaminen, ryhmä 2
  • SAL21SVPJ2
    Vanhuspalveluiden johtaminen, ryhmä 2

Objectives

The purpose of the course is that you are able to act in accordance with the operating principles of good public administration in various administrative and decision-making situations in the social and health care sector.

Learning Objective:

The student
- is familiar with the key concepts of public administration and decision-making, as well as legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to assess the factors influencing the decision-making in the field of health care and social services.
- is able to perceive the importance of the structures, operating principles and actors of the health care and social service system, as well as the health and social policy in their area of expertise.
- operates in accordance with the principles of good public administration.

Content

- Key concepts and principles of public administration and decision-making
- Legislation and systems for decision-making in the field of health care and social services
- The structures, principles and actors of the health care and social service system
- Steering mechanisms for health care and social services.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Sosiaali- ja terveysjohtaminen. Toim. Rissanen, S. & Lammintakanen, J. 2017. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro Oy.

Salminen, A. 2016. Julkisen johtamisen etiikka. Vaasan yliopiston julkaisuja. Opetusjulkaisu 60. Julkisjohtaminen 3. 4.laajennettu painos. Viitattu 20.6.2019. https://www.univaasa.fi/materiaali/pdf/isbn_978-952-476-707-1.pdf

Zitting, J. & Laulainen, S. & Niiranen, V. Lähi- ja keskijohdon osaamisvaatimukset sosiaali- ja terveyspalvelujen integraatiossa. Yhteiskuntapolitiikka 84 (2019):4, 380-392. Viitattu 19.4.2020. https://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/138586/YP1904_Zittingym.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y

Anttiroiko, A-R., Haveri, A., Karhu, V., Ryynänen, A. & Siitonen, P. 2007. Kuntien toiminta, johtaminen ja hallintasuhteet. Kunnallistutkimuksia. Tampere: Tampereen yliopistopaino Oy.

Heuru, K. 2003. Hyvä hallinto, Helsinki: Edita.

Lehtonen, L., Lohiniva-Kerkelä, M., Pahlman, I. 2015. Terveysoikeus. Helsinki: Talentum Pro.

Mäenpää, O. 2018. Hallinto-oikeus. Helsinki: Alma Talent. uusin painos, josta seuraavat luvut:
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 1. Julkishallinnon valtiosääntöiset perusteet (s. 81-108).
- II Yleinen hallinto-oikeus, 6. Hallinto-oikeudelliset suhteet ja viranomaisen toimivalta (s. 259-285).
- V Oikeudenkäynti hallintoasioissa, 4, Valitus hallintotuomioistuimeen, josta luvut: Valitusoikeus, Valituskelpoiset hallintopäätökset, Valituskielto ja valituslupa (s. 895-938).
- VI Kunnallinen itsehallinto ja muut itsehallinnon muodot, 9. Oikeusturva kunnallishallinnossa ja kunnan oikeusturva, josta luvut Oikaisuvaatimusmenettely ja Muutoksenhaku kunnan päätöksiin (s. 1217-1221).

Teaching methods

Face-to-face and distance learning, literature, written assignments, dialogue discussions.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam.

Alternative completion methods

Studyfication is an alternative method of course implementation according to JAMK degree regulation.

Content scheduling

Webinars:
23.11.2021 klo 14.00-16.00
15.12. 2021 klo 12.30-16.00
12.1.2022 klo 13.00-16.00

Further information for students

Assessment: self-assessment, peer review, teacher evaluation.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Sufficient 1
The student understands the basics of governance and decision-making in the operating environment. The student recognizes some of the tools for administrative development. He/ she understands the principles of good governance.

Satisfactory 2
The student understands the basics of administration and decision making. He / she is able to think about the change in the operating environment in the context of health and social policy. The student recognizes and is able to use some development tools. The student recognizes decision-making processes in different operating environments.

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

Good 3
The student knows the basics of management and decision-making in the field of health care and social services. He / She is also familiar with some current issues in health and social policy. Based on these He/She is able to think about changes in the operating environment. The student knows and chooses the right tools for administrative development and decision-making. The student knows different methods to improve service processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance.

Very good 4
Students are familiar with the basics of administration and decision-making and are able to form a coherent whole when reviewing changes in the operating environment. The student knows the process of social and health care administration and decision-making and is able to utilize it in everyday management and managerial activities. The student follows the current discussion of social and health policy and is able to link it to the development of his / her own area of expertise. The student is able to apply methods and critically analyze their results to develop services and processes. The student acts in accordance with the principles of good governance and is able to describe its core content.

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
The student is familiar with the key concepts of administration and decision-making and related legislation and systems in the field, and is able to utilize them in everyday management and managerial activities. He / She critically monitors and evaluates research in social and health administration and decision-making, as well as the current social and health policy debate. He / she is able to combine knowledge and present justified perspectives for developing one's own area of expertise. The student works in accordance with the principles of good administration and is able to justify his / her activities.

Further information

Assessment methods:
Pre-assessment
Written assigment
Self-assessment
Teachers' assessment