Self-Management (4 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content scheduling

During the course, independent learning assignments and interactive and collaborative classroom sessions 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.

Objective

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 to learn
Operating in a workplace

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.

Content

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.

Materials

Learning material:
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.

Additional material:
Kohtakangas, Krista Kohtakangas. 2019. Välittävä johtajuus ja armollinen itsensä johtaminen konkurssin tai alasajon tehneiden yrittäjien kokemuksissa. Väitöskirja. Rovaniemi: Lapin yliopisto.

Other recommended learning material provided by the teacher in the course e-learning environment.

Teaching methods

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.

Exam schedules

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.
The personal portfolio must be returned on November 2023 according to the course schedule which will be announced in the beginning of the course.
The retake of the personal portfolio is possible on 12 January 2024 and 9 February 2024.

Completion alternatives

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

Student workload

Preparing for classroom sessions to complete theme-specific learning assignments 4*10 h = 40 h
Interactive and collaborative classroom sessions 10*2 h = 20 h
Completing the personal final assignment 48 h

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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, good (3)

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, excellent (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.

Further information

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