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Responsible ManagementLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: YMRJ2110

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • English

Responsible person

  • Anne Törn-Laapio, Liiketoiminta

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Materials

Blowfield, M. & Murray A. 2008. Corporate responsibility. A critical introduction. Oxford University Press. Also other editions and similar books are appropriate.

Enrollment

01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 28.02.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
Groups
  • ZJA24SM
    Avoin amk, marata
  • YMJ22S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ21S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • ZJAYMJ23S1
    Avoin AMK, marata, YAMK-polut, Matkailu ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen
  • YMJ20S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen
  • ZJAYHO23S1
    Avoin AMK, lita, YAMK-polut, Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen
  • YHO22S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ23S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO23S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

-

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Blowfield, M. & Murray A. 2008. Corporate responsibility. A critical introduction. Oxford University Press. Also other editions and similar books are appropriate.
Sustainable Development Goals. 2020. Take Action for the Sustainable Development Goals – United Nations Sustainable Development (the link opens in a new browser tab).
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Topical reading material in the field of expertise concerned

Teaching methods

Study methods
Responsible Management course is an online course. Your studies take place in the Moodle learning environment, where you will find course instructions, schedules, assignments and materials. There are no webinars in this course. But you have enhanced the learning from your student colleagues via discussion forum. You can also discuss and share your findings with other students about responsibility issues in Discussion forum.

Teachers are available and please ask the questions regarding this course via FAQ. It is important, that also the other students can see the answer. You may not be the only one, who is pondering around the issue. In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars. You will conduct independent information retrieval and apply what you have learned in the assignments.

The study of the course begins by orientation to the course, the theoretical starting points of responsible management and the definition of the concept. During the first three weeks of the course, an orientation assignment that confirms your presence in the course. Participation in the course requires that you have submitted Learning Assignment 1 by 22.9.2024.

Guidance
Guidance takes place in the Moodle learning environment (question and answer forum).

Feedback
You will get feedback on your assignments.

You give feedback on the course (mid-term and final feedback on the implementation).

Employer connections

You do assignment 4 using the organization of your choice as a case study.

Exam schedules

-

International connections

During the course, you will utilise international research literature. In your assignments, you will take into account the international perspective on responsibility.

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

You can familiarise yourself with 17§ of Jamk's degree regulations when considering the recognition and recognition of course competence based on your previously acquired competence and the objectives of the course.

Student workload

Your indicative use of time during the 5-credit course is 135 working hours, which is divided as follows:

Independent material retrieval 10 h

Familiarization with study material 25 hours

Individual assignment 95 hours

Collaborative learning 5 hours

Content scheduling

This course takes place on the spring semester 2024 (2.9.2024-28.2.2025) and takes place in the Moodle learning environment and the course does not include webinars. The timetable can be found below. You can study the course in accordance with a personal schedule and completion plan.

The Moodle workspace opens to the students 2.9.2024. (The course starts on 2.9.2024.)

The dates (and final dates) for the submissions is informed in table below after which you can not submit your work anymore.
The course ends on 28.2.2025.
The evaluation is complete on 28.3.2025.

You have three possible due dates for returning the assignments:

1) If you need to get a grade for the course in December 2024, return the assignments by 1st of December 2024 at 23:59.

2) If you need to get a grade for the course in February 2025, return the assignments by 26th of January 2025 at 23:59.

3) If you need to get a grade for the course in March 2025, return the assignments by 28th of February 2025 at 23:59.

Further information

The learning during the course will be qualitatively evaluated based on the learning outcomes.

During the course, the utilization of artificial intelligence, instructions and possible ethical questions follow the updated recommendations of Arene and Jamk's rules.

The participants of the course will be checked three weeks after the start of the implementation. Participation in the course requires that you have submitted Learning Assignment 1 by 22.9.2024.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

01.04.2024 - 30.04.2024

Timing

13.05.2024 - 31.07.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Campus

Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • ZJK24KH
    Korkeakoulujen välinen yhteistyö, LITA
  • ZJK24KM
    Korkeakoulujen välinen yhteistyö, MARATA
  • ZJA24KH
    Avoin AMK, lita
  • ZJA24KM
    Avoin amk, marata
  • YMJ23S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO23S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

The 2030 Agenda https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/
The UN Sustainable Development Goals https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
The Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) https://www.unprme.org
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Other articles related to the topic

Teaching methods

Online learning

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + orientation to the course (Pass/Fail)
Key definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin amk 5
COL 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

20.11.2023 - 04.01.2024

Timing

22.01.2024 - 05.05.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • ZJAYHO23S1
    Avoin AMK, lita, YAMK-polut, Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen
  • YHO22S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO23S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

The 2030 Agenda https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/
The UN Sustainable Development Goals https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
The Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) https://www.unprme.org
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Other articles related to the topic

Teaching methods

Online learning

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + orientation to the course (Pass/Fail)
Key definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin amk 10 (sis. max-määrään)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

01.08.2023 - 24.08.2023

Timing

04.09.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • YMJ22S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • ZJA23SM
    Avoin amk, marata
  • YHO22S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

The 2030 Agenda https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/
The UN Sustainable Development Goals https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
The Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) https://www.unprme.org
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Other articles related to the topic

Teaching methods

Online learning
You can study the course in accordance with a personal schedule and completion plan.
The course (and Moodle learning environment) will open on 4th of September 2023.
If you need to get a grade for the course in October 2023, return the assignments by 2nd of October 2023 at 23:59.
If you need to get a grade for the course in November, return the assignments by 2nd of November 2023 at 23:59.
If you need to get a grade for the course in December, return the assignments by 11th of December 2023 at 23:59.

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + orientation to the course (Pass/Fail)
Key definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

01.11.2022 - 25.01.2023

Timing

23.01.2023 - 31.07.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • ZJA23KM
    Avoin AMK, marata
  • YMJ22S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO21S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ21S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO22S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

The 2030 Agenda https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/
The UN Sustainable Development Goals https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
The Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) https://www.unprme.org
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Other articles related to the topic

Teaching methods

Online learning
You can study the course in accordance with a personal schedule and completion plan.
The course (and Moodle learning environment) will open on 23rd of January 2023.
If you need to get a grade for the course in April 2023, return the assignments by 2nd of April 2023 at 23:59. If you need to get a grade for the course in May, return the assignments by 2nd of May 2023 at 23:59.
If you need to get a grade for the course in August, return the assignments by 31st of July 2023 at 23:59.

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + orientation to the course (Pass/Fail)
Key definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin AMK 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

01.08.2022 - 30.08.2022

Timing

29.08.2022 - 20.11.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • YHO21S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ21S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • ZJA22SM
    Avoin AMK, marata

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

The 2030 Agenda https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/
The UN Sustainable Development Goals https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/
The Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) https://www.unprme.org
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics
Other articles related to the topic

Teaching methods

Online learning

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + orientation to the course (Pass/Fail)
Key definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin AMK 5

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment

01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022

Timing

14.03.2022 - 22.05.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Online learning

Unit

School of Business

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Business and Financial Management
  • Master’s Degree Programme in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Teachers
  • Anne Törn-Laapio
  • Marianne Ekonen
Groups
  • YHO21S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ21S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YHO20SA
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen (YAMK)
  • YMJ20S1
    Matkailu- ja palveluliiketoiminnan johtaminen
  • YHO20S1
    Organisaation ja talouden johtaminen
  • ZJA22KH
    Avoin AMK, lita

Objective

Purpose of the course
Sustainable development, including e.g. measures that concern mitigating the climate change together with securing biodiversity and human rights, is a timely issue in our societies including the business world. The aim of this course is to cast light on the contents of ‘corporate responsibility’ (CR).

Course competences
Service business management competence
Business management competence
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Ethics
Sustainable development

Learning outcomes
The students recognise the various dimensions; ecological, social (and economic) of corporate responsibility in in global economy. The students learn to understand responsibility from the viewpoint of different stakeholders and interest groups. They develop their own strategic thinking and are able to analyse the concept of responsibility on the basis of strategic considerations. They understand the ethical responsibilities of organisations.

Content

Corporate responsibility (ecological and social responsibility), responsible organisation, ethical management, strategic thinking

Location and time

In the course, learning takes place flexibly according to the student's own schedule.
The course does not include webinars.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Sustainable Development Goals. 2020. Guidelines for the use of the SDG logo including the colour wheel, and 17 icons. United Nations Department of Global Communications. https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/SDG_Guidelines_AUG_2019_Final.pdf.
Articles of Journal of Business Ethics

Teaching methods

Online learning

Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat

Orientation assignment : video + definitions (Pass/Fail)
Media Follow-up Assignment 30 % of the grade
Final Assignment: Responsibility Analysis including blog 70 % of the grade

Student workload

Virtual learning and assignments 135 h

Further information

Avoin AMK 3

Evaluation scale

0-5

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

Sufficient 1
You attempt to demonstrate your understanding of the key concepts and theoretical knowledge but fail to show a convincing ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. There is an attempt to create a situational analysis but based on it, the objectives and/or value remains unclear. You have challenges to communicate your findings in written in a structured form. There are issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Satisfactory 2
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a reasonably clear level and have an obvious overall command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined satisfactorily. You show a basic ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A reasonably clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly. There are some issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

Good 3
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge at a relatively clear level and display a competent command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined rather well. You show adequate but general ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. A relatively clear situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a structured manner. There are some issues in
complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Very good 4
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge fluently and display a good command and understanding of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined very well. You show competent ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas are worth implementing. An explicit situational analysis has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly in a well-structured manner. There are minor issues in complying with JAMK reporting instructions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent 5
You demonstrate your theoretical knowledge in detail and display a clear command of the subject area. Central concepts have been defined with precision. You show an advanced ability to transform empirical data into applicable real-life situations. The ideas have significant value for implementation. An explicit and focused situational analysis in which the objectives are clear and set correctly regarding the problem, has been created. You are able to communicate your findings in written form responsibly and in a well-structured manner, complying fully with JAMK reporting instructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree