Digitalization Management, 15 Credits

Contents

Module 1. Digital Regulation, 7.5 credits.
Digital regulation includes how digitalization in organizations is affected by state and suprastate institutional actors through laws and policies. The course module deals with a Swedish and international perspective on how digitalization is regulated through different forms of expression and approaches, as well as how these are used to deal with issues of privacy, market dominance, freedom of expression, misinformation, and new forms of work. Particular emphasis is placed on the conflicting interests that arise in the regulation of digitalization and how these can be understood through a critical perspective. 

Module 2. Digitalization of Work, 7.5 credits.
The use of digital technologies is creating new working conditions and leading to changes in the workplace. The module examines how new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, are changing work roles, forms of collaboration and the flexibility of organizations. The focus is on how the digitalization of work can be analyzed and understood in the past, present, and future, with particular emphasis on emerging technologies and their impact on both organizations and individuals. Furthermore, theoretical perspectives relevant to analyzing and understanding questions about the changed nature of work are introduced. 

Expected learning outcomes

Module 1. Digital Regulation, 7.5 credits.
In terms of knowledge and understanding, after completing the module, the student is expected to be able to:
1. Explain different international approaches to digital regulation. 
2. Explain digital regulation in a Swedish context.  

In terms of skills and abilities, after completing the module, the student is expected to be able to:  
3. Apply theoretical concepts to analyze policies, laws, and other regulations for digitalization.  

In terms of assessment skills and approach, after completing the module the student is expected to be able to:  
4. Analyze the conditions for digitalization in relation to digital regulation. 
5. Critically reflect on different international regulatory approaches and their consequences for organizations' digitalization.

Module 2. Digitalization of Work, 7.5 credits.
In terms of knowledge and understanding, after completing the module, the student is expected to be able to:
1. Account for different theoretical perspectives and concepts relevant to understanding the distinguishing character of digitalized work.

In terms of skills and abilities, after completing the module, the student is expected to be able to:
2. Apply relevant theoretical concepts to analyze the impact of digitalization on work.
3. Apply methods and techniques to investigate future effects of the digitalization of work.
4. Search for, identify and evaluate relevant scientific literature for the subject area.

In terms of assessment skills and approach, after completing the module the student is expected to be able to:
5. Critically evaluate the role of digital technology in relation to work.

Required Knowledge

Admission to the course requires at least 90 credits in one of the following subjects: Informatics, Computer science, Business administration, Pedagogy, Psychology, Political science or Sociology or equivalent studies. Also required is English B/6.

Form of instruction

Teaching is normally done in the form of lectures, seminars, group exercises and supervision in connection with self-studies. During the course necessary computer applications, which students shall use on their own, may be introduced. Some assistance may be given in the use of these applications. Some course segments may be compulsory. Teaching is normally done in English. Strong skills in written communication and English are important to be able to complete the course.

Examination modes

Module 1. Digital Regulation, 7.5 credits.
The examination modes that are applied are group assignment, seminar, and individual assignment. Final grades are pass with distinction, pass or fail. 

Module 2. Digitalization of Work, 7.5 credits.
The examination modes that are applied are written test, seminar, and individual assignment. Final grades are pass with distinction, pass or fail. 

Examination modes are stated for each module. For students who fail the first exam a second exam is normally given soon afterwards. Students who do not pass the exam after these two attempts have the possibility to take the exam during subsequent re-exam periods.

A student who has failed twice on a course, or part of a course, is entitled to ask for another examiner, unless there are special reasons against it. Requests for new examiners are made to the Director of studies.

If special reasons exist, the examiner has the right to decide on another examination form.

Grades on the course as a whole are awarded when the student has passed all examinations and compulsory course elements. In connection with the description of the content and form of the examination, it is stated what is necessary for the grade Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG). To receive the grade Pass with distinction (VG) in the 15-credit course consisting of two modules of the same size, the student must have achieved Pass with distinction (VG) on both modules. To receive the grade Pass (G) for the course as a whole, the student must have achieved at least the grade Pass (G) on both modules.