Personal Development and Internal Communication (5 cr)
Code: FEK24LP02-3001
General information
Enrollment
02.12.2025 - 05.01.2026
Timing
01.01.2026 - 30.04.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Business
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Administration
Teachers
- Camilla Ekman
Groups
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FEK23D-ÅTradenom (YH), h23, dagstudier, Åbo
Objective
The student
- Understands the role of personnel development and the importance of skills enhancement
- Knows how to develop performance management and management systems
- Is familiar with and proficient in talent development and succession planning
- Recognizes the importance of leadership in internal communication and can create an internal communication strategy
- Has knowledge in problem-solving and conflict management
- Understands the significance of ethical and legal considerations in internal communication
Content
Definitions and objectives of personnel development
Continuous learning as a part of the organization's competitiveness
Establishment of goals, performance monitoring and measurement, implementation of control systems, and the role of leadership in these processes
Talent development and succession planning as a competitive advantage
Internal communication as a competitive advantage in organizations
Communication, conflict resolution, and techniques for conflict resolution
Verbal, non-verbal communication techniques, and presentation skills
Communication skills for an inclusive environment
Confidentiality, privacy, legal requirements, and fairness
Evaluation scale
H-5
Qualifications
Basic studies in organization and leadership