Opinto-opas

Osaamistavoitteet

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

Toteutustapa

On-line course in Canvas (or Optima)

Aika ja paikka

Start on 15.1.2021
NOTE, because of unknown reasons, the timetable has been changed. The course will not start in January!
New start 15.3.2021

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Given by the lecturer in Canvas (or Optima)

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

5 credits - deadlines weekly 15.1.-26.3.2021

Sisältö ja sen jaksotus

There are no contact lessons during this study unit. You will work online, both individually and in teams, and actively participate in online discussions and carry out assignments.

1. Our Earth, individual work

What is biodiversity? How is it influenced by my footprint? What choices do I have?

All our actions have an effect on the environment but what are the main threats the world is facing?

In the first part of our study unit you will explore the environmental challenges the world is facing.


2. Social Responsibility, individual work

Organizations around the world are becoming increasingly aware of the need for socially responsible behavior. A socially responsible organization has a good reputation, is able to attract and retain workers and customers, and is able to maintain its employees' morale and commitment.

ISO 26000 provides guidance for all types of organisations on concepts, terms, definitions, principles, and the core issues of social responsibility. GRI reporting system helps the companies to communicate the impact of business on critical sustainability issues.

3. Economic Responsibility, individual work

Organisations have economic responsibilities to their stakeholders: investors, employees and customers. Profitability is important as well as transparency in giving information about how the organisation is run.

GDP is a widely-used indicator of a nations' economic success. What are the shortcomings of this measure? Is it actually a good indicator of well-being?

What is HDI? What are externalities? You will learn to define these in this third part of the study unit.

4. CSR Report, team work

You will now summarize everything you have learned so far.

In teams you will write a report where you describe the environmental, social and economic responsibilities including circular economy of an organisation of your choice. Find / choose a small- or medium-sized company (SME*), interview a company representative and describe the company’s best practices in the above areas (environmental, social and economic).

Feel free to include photographs showing examples of innovative practices. Your final report, excluding pictures, should be 5-10 pages.

5. Learning diary, individual work

You are required to compile all your contributions to any discussions in the individual learning diary.

Lisätietoja opiskelijoille

There are no contact lessons during this study unit. You will work online, both individually and in teams, and actively participate in online discussions and carry out assignments.

You are supposed to work with the diary during the whole study unit i.e. starting from the very first week.

You will be required to write reports individually and in teams. Please note that all reports are submitted automatically to Urkund for plagiarism detection.

You are required to compile all your contributions to any discussions in the individual learning diary.

See the schedule for more detailed information.
Evaluation

The study unit will be evaluated based on your individual assignments, active discussion on each topic, team report and learning diary.

1. Our Earth, individual work, Pass/Fail

2. Social Responsibility, individual work, Pass/Fail

3. Economic Responsibility, individual work, Pass/Fail

4. CSR Report, team work (40%), grade 1-5

5. Learning diary, individual work (60%), grade 1-5

Your individual assignments will be taken into consideration when calculating your final grade.

All these parts must be completed before the final grade is given. The final grade is lowered by at least 0.5 if any work is submitted late. Please note that active discussion is required during the discussion weeks. If you fail to take part in any discussions, you are required to write a summary of that week's discussion.

Arviointiasteikko

H-5

Hylätty (0)

FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING THE COMPETENCE OF BACHELOR STUDENTS

The assessment framework includes two requirement levels, Level I and Level II. The requirement level of a module/study unit/project is determined before its implementation begins.
Within the requirement levels of the assessment framework, the required competence is described for levels H/1 (H=’pass’), 3 and 5. The competence acquired by students is assessed comprehensively. For good competence (3), it is required to also meet the criteria for satisfactory competence. Similarly, for excellent competence (5), the assessment criteria for satisfactory and good competence must also be met. If the criteria for good competence are not fully met but all the criteria for a satisfactory level are met, the grade will be 2. Similarly, the student’s grade will be 4 if the competence level is good but still not excellent in all respects.

Arviointikriteerit, tyydyttävä (1-2)

FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING THE COMPETENCE OF BACHELOR STUDENTS

The assessment framework includes two requirement levels, Level I and Level II. The requirement level of a module/study unit/project is determined before its implementation begins.
Within the requirement levels of the assessment framework, the required competence is described for levels H/1 (H=’pass’), 3 and 5. The competence acquired by students is assessed comprehensively. For good competence (3), it is required to also meet the criteria for satisfactory competence. Similarly, for excellent competence (5), the assessment criteria for satisfactory and good competence must also be met. If the criteria for good competence are not fully met but all the criteria for a satisfactory level are met, the grade will be 2. Similarly, the student’s grade will be 4 if the competence level is good but still not excellent in all respects.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
– work as a member of a team
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Arviointikriteerit, hyvä (3-4)

FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING THE COMPETENCE OF BACHELOR STUDENTS

The assessment framework includes two requirement levels, Level I and Level II. The requirement level of a module/study unit/project is determined before its implementation begins.
Within the requirement levels of the assessment framework, the required competence is described for levels H/1 (H=’pass’), 3 and 5. The competence acquired by students is assessed comprehensively. For good competence (3), it is required to also meet the criteria for satisfactory competence. Similarly, for excellent competence (5), the assessment criteria for satisfactory and good competence must also be met. If the criteria for good competence are not fully met but all the criteria for a satisfactory level are met, the grade will be 2. Similarly, the student’s grade will be 4 if the competence level is good but still not excellent in all respects.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
– gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
–report in the agreed manner

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY– engage in goal-oriented work in a team
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety-related risks
– justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

Arviointikriteerit, kiitettävä (5)

FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING THE COMPETENCE OF BACHELOR STUDENTS

The assessment framework includes two requirement levels, Level I and Level II. The requirement level of a module/study unit/project is determined before its implementation begins.
Within the requirement levels of the assessment framework, the required competence is described for levels H/1 (H=’pass’), 3 and 5. The competence acquired by students is assessed comprehensively. For good competence (3), it is required to also meet the criteria for satisfactory competence. Similarly, for excellent competence (5), the assessment criteria for satisfactory and good competence must also be met. If the criteria for good competence are not fully met but all the criteria for a satisfactory level are met, the grade will be 2. Similarly, the student’s grade will be 4 if the competence level is good but still not excellent in all respects.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance

TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
– promote the team’s work and team spirit
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

Lisätiedot

The learning outcomes of the study unit/project are evaluated based on the requirement level 2 of Laurea's common evaluation criteria.