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Corporate Social Responsibility (5 cr)

Code: R0217-3082

General information


Enrollment

22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023

Timing

18.09.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual proportion

5 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, liko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

40 - 120

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara

Teachers

  • Sebastian King
  • Marika Nikkinen
  • Marjaana Ajanto
  • Kaija Koivusalo

Teacher in charge

Kaija Koivusalo

Groups

  • HBA222SN
    Degree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- analyze environmental, social and economic responsibilities in service business
- develop sustainable practises in organisations

Teaching methods

A special implementation incorporating the Working Across Borders project in an international environment.

For more details see (link is to the 2022 implementation, no new info yet): https://www.ucll.be/international/short-programmes-international/virtual-projects/virtual-exchange-working-across-borders

Learning materials and recommended literature

All materials will be delivered via Canvas and Toledo.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

If you feel that you have already acquired the competences targeted in this study unit, or example you have worked closely with CSR issues, please send your Competence analysis to the course lecturers. The latest time to send the analysis is two weeks before the start of the study unit.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

The course includes a company project with an international client.

Important dates

Course opens in Canvas: 18 September
Class online meeting 29 September 1 pm
Project kick-off date: Tuesday, 10 October (online) 3 pm
Final seminar with the client: Tuesday, 12 December (online) 3 pm (note! not 11 December)

Forms of internationality

An international project with over 500 students from 10 countries is integrated into this study unit.

Students workload

5 ECTS = 135 hours of work.

Content and scheduling

A detailed schedule will be given in Canvas.

Further information for students

This implementation is intended for students on English-language BBA programmes. Students from Finnish-language BBA programmes who are interested in CSR and sustainability issues and are keen to develop their international networks and collaborate with students around the world are very welcome! Good English language skills are recommended.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

The study unit follows the Level 2 criteria.

Scoring for assignments is detailed in Canvas. The following is an overview:

3 ECTS are based on the Working Across Border assignments (points are given for teamwork, a team pitch of a client proposal, peer evaluations, a readiness test and self-introduction)

2 ECTS are given for the work done in the Canvas CSR environment and summarised in a Learning Diary submitted at the end of the course

Evaluation criteria, fail (0)

The student does not complete the required assignments satisfactorily.

Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 1)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner and demonstrate his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
– report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– act independently taking into account the operating environment
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– describe the significance of his/her actions for successful co-operation
– describe his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes

Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 3)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– critically evaluate information and justify their actions with science-based knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– propose creative solutions at work
– promote professional co-operation and enhance customer and partner relationships
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– act in a manner that promotes the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
– describe the development of his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes

Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 5)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– analyse the acquired information, draw conclusions and combine theoretical knowledge with experiential knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– evaluate the applicability of produced knowledge, skill or idea to other contexts as well as their impact
– anticipate needs of customers and/or co-operation partners
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– evaluate and develop the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
– evaluate the possibilities for utilising competence and plan his/her personal development and development of the team