• Self-Management (HL00BD01-3026),
         29.08.2022 – 23.10.2022,  4 cr  (ZJA22SH5, ...) — Online learning +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The object of the course
    Self-management is the foundation for life-long development, and it brings tangible benefits to studies, working life and personal life. According to various studies, self-management is one of the most important skills in future working life. Skillful self-management is also a guarantee of success in supervisory work.

    Course competences
    Learning and information management competence
    Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence

    The learning object of the course
    You understand the significance of the theories and tools of self-management. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life. You get started with self-knowledge and are capable of strengthening your self-esteem. You recognise the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being. You recognise time management issues, stress factors and recovery methods. You understand the opportunities for personal development.
    Course contents
    Goal orientation
    Motivation
    Self-knowledge
    Self-esteem
    Self-confidence
    Areas of personal well-being (psychological, physical, mental, social, professional)
    Time management
    Stress management

    A variety of analysis tools will be used to develop self-management.
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1 and 2
    Adequate 1
    You understand the significance of the theories and tools of self-management. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life. You get started with self-knowledge and are capable of strengthening your self-esteem. You recognise the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being. You recognise time management issues, stress factors and recovery methods. You understand the opportunities for personal development.

    Satisfactory 2
    You are able to use self-management theories and tools. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life. You are able to utilise theories in the strengthening of your self-knowledge and self-esteem. You understand the significance of the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being. You are capable of planning your time management, taking account of stress factors and recovery methods. You understand the opportunities for personal development.
    Assessment criteria - grade 3 and 4
    Good 3
    You are able to use self-management theories and tools. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life. You are able to utilise theories in the strengthening of your self-knowledge and self-esteem. You analyse the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being in your personal life. You are capable of planning and prioritising your time management, taking account of stress factors and recovery methods. You are capable of planning your personal development in a target-oriented way.

    Very good 4
    You are able to compare different theories of self-management and mirror your own self-management against them. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life and prepare a plan for attaining these goals. You are able to utilise theories in the strengthening of your self-knowledge and self-esteem. You are able to analyse and draw conclusions from the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being in your personal life. You are capable of planning, prioritising and substantiating your time management, taking account of stress factors and recovery methods. You are capable of planning your personal development in a target-oriented way.
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    Excellent 5
    You are able to compare different theories of self-management and mirror your own self-management against them. You are able to set goals related to studies, work and your personal life and prepare a substantiated plan for attaining these goals. You are able to utilise theories in the strengthening of your self-knowledge and self-esteem. You are able to develop the areas of physical, psychological, mental, social and professional well-being in your personal life. You are capable of planning, prioritising and substantiating your time management, taking account of your stress factors and developing your recovery. You are capable of planning your personal development in a target-oriented way.

    Language of instruction

    Finnish

    Planned learning activities, teaching methods and guidance

    The teaching during the course will proceed by themes/modules.
    Flipped learning
    Interactive introduction to the themes and learning assignments
    Independent study and theme-specific learning assignments
    Group discussions and peer learning
    Peer feedback
    Self-reflection
    Personal action and development plan
    The learning portfolio will be constructed of theme-specific learning assignments, including a personal action and development plan.

    Guidance will be available during the course as follows:
    Introductions to themes and learning assignments
    Guidance of group discussions
    Peer-to-peer discussions
    Peer feedback
    Personal feedback on the portfolio

    The grade for the course is based on the competence shown in the personal portfolio. The portfolio will be prepared throughout the duration of the course.

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    Sydänmaanlakka, P. 2008. Älykäs itsensä johtaminen. Helsinki: Talentum.
    Salmimies, R. 2008. Onnistu itsesi johtamisessa. Helsinki: WSOYpro.
    Goleman, D. 2006. Tunneäly työelämässä. Helsinki: Otava.
    Leppänen, M. & Rauhala, I. 2012. Johda ihmistä: psykologiaa johtajille. Helsinki: Talentum.
    Perttula, J. & Syväjärvi, A. 2012. Johtamisen psykologia. Jyväskylä: PS-Kustannus.
    Lisämateriaali:
    Kohtakangas, Krista Kohtakangas. 2019. Välittävä johtajuus ja armollinen itsensä johtaminen konkurssin tai alasajon tehneiden yrittäjien kokemuksissa. Väitöskirja. Rovaniemi: Lapin yliopisto.

    Lecturer(s)

    Laura Sjöman

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    The theme-specific learning assignments must be completed and returned during the course.
    Group discussions must be attended to in accordance with the course timetable either in the webinars or otherwise as agreed.
    The personal portfolio must be returned by 23rd October 2022.
    The retake of the personal portfolio is possible on 4th December 2022 and 8th January 2023.

    Timing

    29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

    Learning assignments and student workload

    Preparing for classroom sessions to complete theme-specific learning assignments 48 h
    Interactive and collaborative classroom sessions 12 h
    Completing the personal final assignment 48 h

    Content scheduling

    During the course, independent learning assignments and interactive and collaborative webinars and group discussions will alternate.
    A personal portfolio will be prepared independently throughout the duration of the course, consisting of theme-specific learning assignments and action and development plans.

    Groups
    • ZJA22SH5
    • ZJA22SH1
    Alternative learning methods

    Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
    Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
    Studification
    More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide.

    Assessment methods

    The course assessment methods include:
    Assessment of own competence related to the learning portfolio
    Peer review related to theme-specific learning assignments
    The teacher’s feedback on the learning portfolio
    Assessment of competence, feedback and course grade based on the learning portfolio.

    Degree Programme

    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Team Academy, Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management

    Mode of delivery

    Online learning

    Share of virtual studies

    4 cr

    Credits
    • 4 cr
    Unit

    School of Business