Teaching language

Norwegian

Course contents

The main objective is to provide the students with increased knowledge about organizations that are knowledge intensive, exemplified by the University of Agder, as well as providing insight into the role of union stewardship, both from the perspective of the student and employees. With organisation theory as point of departure, the course will provide an introduction to management and participation in working life. The course will shed light on issues which are relevant for the students during their time at university as well as later when they join the labour market. Several of the themes correspond well with the UNs sustainability goals, hereunder the questions of a good learning environment, quality improvement, inclusion and diversity, as well as mental health.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course the students should:

  • be knowledgeable about important issues and theories relating to the management of organizations that are knowledge dependant

  • be knowledgeable about the Norwegian participatory system at work (the industrial democracy system) and be able to discuss how this system affects the workplace, particularly in organizations that are knowledge dependant

  • understand why conflicts of interest may arise, and how communication can reduce conflicts and create more constructive learning environments both for students and teaching staff

  • be familiar with students’ rights and duties, particularly with reference to the learning environment, quality assurance, and complaints procedures

  • be knowledgeable about different evaluation methods and quality improvement

  • be able to function in the role as student representative at a university or in other representative stewardships in a good manner

  • be knowledgeable about methods to map and improve the teaching environment

  • have insight into models pertaining to stress and strains amongst students and the burdens that may particularly fall upon student representatives

  • have insight into ethical issues that may arise while performing the duties of a student representative

  • be able to discuss important issues relating to the role universities’ play in society.

Examination requirements

Minimum 75 per cent attendance. All the students must participate in a group exercise reflecting over their experiences as student representatives and take part in a group exam. More information will be given in Canvas.

Teaching methods

Lectures, self study and group work. Oral presentation of the exam paper. The participants come from both campuses, and hence the teaching alternates between the two campus. The teaching takes place late afternoon/evening selected weekdays.

Evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Admission for external candidates

No.

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

Higher Education entrance qualifications

Assessment methods and criteria

A group-based home exam with ensuing oral exam where the grade may be adjusted. The exam counts as 100 per cent. Individual grade. A-F scale.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
ORG104 – Organisation and Management 2.5
ORG104 – Organisation and Management 2.5
ORG109 – Organisation Theory 2.5
ORG109 – Organisation Theory 2.5
Last updated from FS (Common Student System) June 30, 2024 11:44:57 PM