Strategy and Leadership

About the course

Subjects

Philosophy Ethics Strategy

Course content

Leadership and strategy introduces to the student philosophical analysis of organization.

The aim of the course is to introduce the students to concepts in leadership and strategy and to employ analytical tools that can help them in their later professional career. The predominantly contemporary curriculum is designed to develop the student's capacity to identify problems, challenges and potentials within organizational leadership and strategy. Furthermore, the course shows students how philosophy can become a productive force in the analysis of organizations.

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What you will learn

Formulate a philosophical problem within the context of leadership and strategy
Relate the problem to philosophical concepts that are represented in the curriculum
Analyse a problem in leadership and strategy through the use of relevant case-material
Discuss the conceptual and practical implications of the philosophical analysis of leadership and strategy
Apply critical thinking skills to assess the ethical implications and consequences of different leadership approaches and strategic decisions.
Foster a collaborative mindset by working in teams to solve complex problems
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between leadership, strategy
Analyze and evaluate the historical and contemporary perspectives on leadership and strategy, exploring their impact on organizations, communities, and society at large

Facts

Level

Bachelor

Type

Mandatory course

ECTS

7.5

Code

BFILO2241U

Teaching periods

Spring – semester

Academic year

2024/2025

Status

Available places

Teaching language

English

Teaching Format

On campus

Exams

Written assignment and oral exam on campus
Group exam, summer

Assessment type

7 point grading scale