The course begins with a review of basic concepts and perspectives within social science and their relevance for the field of business studies, where, the question of what science is and how science differs from pseudoscience is covered. Within the framework of the course, there is a review of how information collection is conducted in a systematic and structured way. Also covered is the importance of being able to write clear and comprehensible text while following established requirements for formal requirements and structure.
In the field of organisation, the course looks at basic organisational theoretical concepts, models and theories. The emergence of organisation theory is presented in its historical context, with special emphasis on the perspectives of organisation and leadership that came with research and debate from the late 1900s. Furthermore, the interaction of organizations with and dependence on society is covered.
Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.
Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).
Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.
Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.
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