Future Operating EnvironmentsLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: SD20RD01
Credits
5 op
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
- analyse changes in the operating environments and anticipate future developments applying the concepts and methods of futures studies
- evaluate impacts of the changing operating environments on her/his work, work community and organization, as well on the industry/field at large
- develop one’s competences and expertise in a focused and goal-oriented way in anticipation of the future competence requirements in the work life
- improve and innovate operations and work processes in the organization using multidisciplinary and multi-professional futures knowledge
Content
- Future of work and income
- Future competence needs
- Changing career paths and professional identities
- Future technologies, human–technology interaction
- Circular economy and sustainable future
- Theories and methods of future studies and foresight
- Importance of foresight for innovations and strategic planning and decision-making
Qualifications
No prerequisites.