Bachelor of Organization and Management

Bachelor of Organization and Management Level of qualification Bachelor degree ECTS credits 180 Programme duration 3 Years Mode of study Full Time Study place Bodø Responsible faculty Faculty of Social Sciences Study programme director Jill Beth Otterlei E-mail address Jill.Beth.Otterlei @ uin.no Telephone 75517346 Student advisor Lars Røed Hansen (lrh@uin.no) Language of instruction Norwegian Admission requirements Higher Education Entrance Qualification (for Master programmes also completed Bachelor s degree equivalent to a Norwegian Bachelor s degree) Language requirement If relevant, specialization defined by the programme Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning If an applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, they may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission requirements. Programme evaluation The study programme is evaluated annually by students using course evaluation studies and by the programme director. The evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. Assessment methods Written exams, assignments and project work. Examination regulations, assessment and grading: Examination regulations can be found in regulations for studies and exams at University of Nordland (UiN) as well as the special regulations Regulations for examination candidates at UiN. The Norwegian assessment and grading system uses the letter grades A-F, in which A denotes the best grade and F denotes failed. Grades can also be given as: passed / not passed or approved / not approved. Qualifications requirements and regulations Here we refer to Regulations pertaining to studies and exams at University of Nordland (UiN) as well as local regulations and directives, see University Rules and Regulations. Graduation requirements Completion of the 180 ECTS bachelor programme. Costs No special costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. Introduction The Bachelor degree programme in organization and management consists of several political and union-related topics, with emphasis on public policy, management, organization and management. This combination provides general knowledge of political processes, policy content and organization, and a specialization in issues of governance and management of organizations. General description and profile of the programme The subject-specific topics in the first year of study consist of political science with public policy, political ideology and organization theory as compulsory subjects. If you choose the other political science courses as the elective courses for the spring semester, you achieve a one-year programme in political science. We also recommend courses in sociology and history. The specialization in issues of governance, organization and management is at 2 nd year level, in which topics of public policy and organization theory, organization and management of welfare policy, leadership and innovation in the public sector, are compulsory subjects. The third year is largely

open for elective courses, and we recommend particularly courses from the one-year program in personnel administration and organizational psychology, for those looking for in -depth specialization in the management and administration theme. The combination of organization and management courses on the 2nd and 3rd years, and political science courses on the 1 st year, give this bachelor program a wide and varied academic foundation. Learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this programme the student should be able to: Knowledge and understanding: Skills: Demonstrate knowledge about the political and administrative system, both nationally and locally Demonstrate knowledge of policy formulation, and organization and management of the administration Demonstrate knowledge of research in the subject field of organization and management Demonstrate skills with regard to public sector development Demonstrate skills within political development, organizing and managemnet Demonstrate skills in terms of analyzing organizations General competence: Use scientific concepts in analysis and discussion of the public sector Possess general competence in gathering and presenting scientific material and analysis Study programme plan 2012 Autumn 2013 Spring 2013 Autumn 2014 Spring 2014 Autumn 2015 Spring Bachelor of Organization and Management Mandatory courses (110 ECTS-credits) Political Theory Examen facultatum Organization and Management of Welfare Policies Management Examen philosophicum Public policy and administration I Organization Theory Elective courses (70 ECTS-credits) Public Policies and Organizational Theory Innovation in the Public Sector Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences Comparative politics Globalization and international politics Organisational Psychology and Human Resource Management Personnel Management, Competence Development and Organizational Change Labour Legislation Project assignment Student Exchange Studying at foreign institutions is recommended in the third year of the programme. Further education Completed studies qualify for admission to a master degree programme in Politics and Social Change. Professional and occupational prospects The program provides expertise for positions in the fields of leadership, planning, administration, management, information officer and development in both private and public sector. It also provides relevant scientific background for professional work related to media / journalism, public administration, service organizations or NGOs. Qualification awarded Bachelor i organisasjon og ledelse (Bachelor of Organization and Management) Last updated by: Peter Glanfield, 2012-09-25 08:10 «Back Emner 1st year of study

Organization Theory - PO110S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory for Bachelor in political science, Bachelor of Organization and management. For students on other programmes, the course is elective. Duration: One semester Study start: Autumn 2012 Year of study: Bachelor programmes in organization and management: Normally 1st year. Bachelor programmes in political sciences: Normally 2st year. Course responsible person: Leif Kristian Monsen E-mail address: Leif.Kristian.Monsen@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. This course is an introduction to organisational theory's different themes and concepts. Students gain insight into both classical and contemporary perspectives, and a basic knowledge of how organizations work and how people act within the organization s technological, social, cultural and institutional frameworks. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Have knowledge of major perspectives in organisational theory Be able to elaborate on key concepts of the field Have knowledge of what influences behaviour in organizations Make comparisons between different organizations Yes General entrance and requirements for admission into higher education Recommended previous knowledge: Lectures two hours a week, and in addition seminars directly after the lectures. 1) Lectures. 2) Seminars based on a set of exercises. Students are free to ask additional questions and discuss different subject-related issues. Overheads and exercises posted on Classfronter few days in advance of each lecture. A six hour written examination with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).

Books: Dag Ingvar Jacobsen og Jan Thorsvik (2003): Hvordan organisasjoner fungerer. Innføring i organisasjon og ledelse. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. Mary Jo Hatch (2001): Organisasjonsteori. Moderne, symbolske og postmoderne perspektiver. Oslo: Abstrakt forlag. Study progression requirement: Approved compulsory assignment. OR125E Organisasjon, 8 ECTS-credits OR127E Organisasjon og verdibasert ledelse, 8 ECTS-credits Public policy and administration I - PO111S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory for Bachelor and one year programmes in political science, Bachelor of Organization and management. For students on other programmes, the course is elective. Duration: One semester Study start: Autumn 2012 Year of study: Normally 1st year Course responsible person: Jill Beth Otterlei E-mail address: Jill.Beth.Otterlei@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course presents the basic concepts in the study of public policy, and provides a basic introduction to the Norwegian political and administrative management. The structure of political and administrative management at national, regional and local level is described. This course covers the key elements of management systems, such as politics, democracy, parliamentary system, elections and channels of influence, the relationship between politics and administration, and reforms in the public sector. Concepts and descriptions of the political management systems provide the basis for several of the other courses in the bachelor degree programs in political science and organizational studies. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the political and administrative government at national, regional and local levels. Explain the basic concepts in the study of public policy and administration. Apply scientific knowledge in the discussion of the political management systems in Norway. Yes Knowledge equivalent to the requirements for general education or experience in accordance with applicable rules. Recommended previous knowledge:

Face-to-face Lectures and seminars. A 6-hour written examination with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F). Books: Christensen m.fl. (red.): Forvaltning og politikk. Universitetsforlaget 2010. Kap.1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12 Hanssen, Gro Sandkjær, Marit Kristine Helgesen og Signy Irene Vabo: Politikk og demokrati. En innføring i stats- og kommunalkunnskap. Gyldendal 2005. Hele boken Østerud, Øyvind: Statsvitenskap. Innføring i politisk analyse. Universitetsforlaget 2007. Kap.1-10. PO111S-001 Offentlig politikk og administrasjon-oppg., 10 ECTS-credits PO111S-002 Offentlig politikk og administrasjon-sk.eks, 7 ECTS-credits SA233S Sosialt arbeid II, 10 ECTS-credits SA259S Sosialt arbeid II, 10 ECTS-credits Political Theory - PO112S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory for Bachelor and one year programmes in political science, Bachelor of Organization and management. For students on other programmes, the course is elective. Duration: One semester Study start: Autumn 2012 Year of study: Normally 1st year Course responsible person: Hans Petter Saxi E-mail address: Hans.Petter.Saxi@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The main course topics are related to political theories such as; liberalism, conservatism, communism, socialism, social democracy, Nazism, fascism, feminism, populism, and Islamism. Lectures on elitism will also be provided on tis course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of the most important political ideologies Understand the basic principles of elitism To compare and analyze the similarities and differences of different political ideologies Understand the differences on democratic and authoritarian political ideologies

Yes None Recommended previous knowledge: Face-to-face, lectures and seminars. Lectures and seminars led by the teacher. A five hour written examination with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F). Books: Malnes, R. og K. Midgaard (2009): Politisk tenkning. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (241 s.) Liedman, S. E. (1994): Fra Platon til kommunismens fall. Oslo: Cappelen (155 s.) Østerud, Ø.(2002): Statsvitenskap. Kap 14 og 15. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (20 s) Compendium: Anderson: Politisk design og interesse-organisasjonene i B. Hagttvedt og W. Lafferty (Red.): Demokrati og demokratisering. Oslo:Aschehoug. (30 s) Bjørklund: Norsk populisme fra Ottar Brox til Carl I. Hagen i Nytt Norsk Tidsskrift Nr. 3 4 2004. (10 s) Bottomore, T.: The elite. Concept and Ideology i T. Bottomore: Elites and society. Routledge: London and New York (12 s) Dahl, R.A.: Demokratisering og offentlig opposisjon i B. Hagttvedt og W. Lafferty (Red.): Demokrati og demokratisering. Oslo:Aschehoug. (7 s) Eliaeson: Between Ratio and Charisma- Max Weber s View on Plebiscitary Leadership Democracy i Statsvetenskaplig Tidskrift, nr. 4-1991.(20 s). Fukuyama, F.: The end of history i The National Interest 16:3-17. (15 s). Hernes: Interesseorganisering og demokrati i Midgaard, K. og Rasch, B.E. (1998): Demokrati- vilkår og virkninger. Fagbokforlaget. (22 s). Kelso, W. A.: To teorier om pluralismen i B. Hagttvedt og W. Lafferty (Red.): Demokrati og demokratisering. Oslo:Aschehoug. (10 s) Lipset, S.M. Introduction i R. Michels (1962) Political Parties. New York and London: The Free Press (24 s) Marx, K. og Engels, F.: Det kommunistiske partis manifest i Marx i ett bind. Oslo:Pax forlag (30 s). Mill, J. S.: Om frihet i Svendsen, L.F. (2009): Liberalisme. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (11 s). Offerdal, A.: Politikk og fornuft i Offerdal, A. (1992): Den politiske kommunen. Oslo: Det norske samlaget. (15 s). Offerdal, A.: "Politisk detakelse - er den så nøye da? Et essay om valgets betydning" i Norsk statsviteskapelig Tidsskrift no.3 2003 (15s). Sejersted, F.: Sosialdemokratiets tidsalder i Nytt Norsk Tidsskrift Nr. 3 4 2004. (14 s) Sen, A.: Democracy as a universal value i Journal of Democracy xxxx (15 s). Slagstad, R.: Arbeiderpartistaten som skolestat i Nytt Norsk tidsskrift 3-4/1994 (12 s). Taggart, P.: Definitions of populism i Taggart, P. (2000): Populism. Buckingham: Open University Press (11 s). Utvik, B.O.: Politisk islam og islamisme og Ånd og organisasjon, sverd og bok: om radikal og moderat islamisme i Utvik, B.O. (2011): Islamismen. Oslo: Unipub. (57 s). PO112S Politisk teori, 10 ECTS-credits PO112S Politisk teori, 10 ECTS-credits Examen facultatum - EX105S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: The course is compulsory for the bachelor programmes in: Sociology, Journalism, Political studies, History and Organization and management. Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2013 Year of study: Normally 1st year

Course responsible person: Berit Skorstad E-mail address: berit.skorstad@uin.no Course evaluation: The course is evaluated annually by students by mid-term evaluation and final evaluation. These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course brings up and discusses key issues and topics such as hypothesis testing, scientific revolutions, explanation types, hermeneutics, methodological issues and rationality. The course also discusses the philosophical basis of ethics and ethical challenges in the social sciences. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will: Have a broad knowledge of social sciences as a research area to identify various common areas in social sciences, with particular emphasis on sociology, political science, history and journalism Have knowledge of science traditions, character and place in society Understand some ethical challenges involved in research and dissemination Know the main differences between an academic discussion and the everyday conversation Demonstrate the ability to make reasoned choices Be able to reflect on the important scientific challenges including ethical ones Consider some ethical challenges in the social sciences and journalism Reflect on the conditions for interpretation and scientific discourse Ex Phil Yes General entrance and requirements for admission into higher education. Face-to-face. The course includes 24 hours of instruction in the form of lectures 4-hour written examination with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F) Syllabus (Subject to change): Gilje, N. og Grimen, H. (1993): Samfunnsvitenskapens forutsetninger, Universitetsforlaget (approx. 250 pages) Johansen, K. E. og A. J. Vetlesen (2003): Innføring i etikk, Oslo, Universitetsforlag. Chapter 7-12 (approx 100 pages) Compendium EX105S Ex. Fac.: Samfunn og vitenskap (last edition) Study progression requirement: EX150S Dannelsessemester - menneske, samfunn og vitenskap, 10 ECTS-credits Globalization and international politics - PO113S

Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory for students from the Bachelor of Political Science or Political Science, one year. Elective for other students. Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2013 Year of study: Normally 1st year Course responsible person: Håkan T. Sandersen E-mail address: haakan.t.sandersen@uin.no Course evaluation: The topic is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course presents a number of issues in international relations, in which the most important are: Globalization seen in relation to international development in economics, politics and culture Introduction to perspectives on the state s actions in the international system The international system: system vs. community International organizations, (WTO, WB, EU and UN) as actors on the international arena Norway s action scope in a globalized world Terrorism as a modern phenomenon - foundations and consequences Global environment issues with a focus on The High North Upon successful completion of this course, the student will: Knowledge Skills Demonstrate basic knowledge about globalization processes and how they influence the state s action scope Demonstrate basic knowledge of the core perspectives related to the international system and the state s role in this Have basic knowledge about the structure and development of organizations such as EU and UN Have basic knowledge about economy and trade as global phenomena. Understand the significance of non-governmental, inter-governmental, and supra-governmental organizations with regard to the international system Be able to analyze the basic processes of change in the international system Present the main dilemmas related to global environmental problems General competence Display sufficient analytical training necessary to analyze international terrorism Able to analyze and understand the key elements in Norwegian High North Politics Yes Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. Face-to-face On campus lectures, seminars. A seven day home exam (counts 30%) and a four- hour written examination (counts 70%). With the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).

Books: Jørgensen, Sten Inge (2010) Globale utfordringer. Høyskoleforlaget, Kristiansand. ISBN: 978-82-7634-860-6 (220 pp) Kalnes, Øyvind; Røhr, Heidrun Sørlie og Austvik, Ole Gunnar, (2010) Internasjonale relasjoner. En passe lang introduksjon.. Cappelen Damm, Oslo. ISBN: 978-82-02-30230-6 (230 pp) Østerud, Ø. (2007) Statsvitenskap - Innføring i politisk analyse. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. Ch. 16, 20-28. (103 pp) Reading collection: Angell, Elisabeth (2010) Statens nordområdesatsing. I Elisabeth Angell, Sveinung Eikeland og Per Selle (red.) Nordområdepolitikken sett fra Nord, Fagbokforlaget, Bergen, pp. 39-74. (36 pp) Claes, D. H. og T. E. Førland (2004) Europeisk integrasjon. Oslo: Gyldendal Akademisk. Ch. 10 (21 pp). Claes D. H., Hveem H. og B. S. Tranøy (2006) Handel: fra GATT til WTO. Kapittel 6 i Økonomisk globalisering og politisk styring. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (24pp). Claes D. H. og B. S. Tranøy (1999): Utenfor, annerledes og suveren? Norge under EØS-avtalen. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. Ch.11 og 12 (40 pp) Christensen T m.fl. (2002): Forvaltning og politikk. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. Ch. 11 (16 pp. Hønneland, G. (2005) Barentsbrytninger. Norsk nordområdepolitikk etter den kalde krigen. Høyskoleforlaget. Ch.5 (18 pp). Knutsen, Torbjørn L. (2007) Internasjonal terrorisme. I Hovi, Jon og Raino Malnes (red.) Anarki, makt og normer. Innføring i internasjonal politikk. Oslo: Abstrakt forlag AS. Ch.9 (27 pp) Phinnemore, D (2010) The European Union: Establishment and Development, ch.3 i Cini, M. og Borragan, N.P-S (red.) European Union Politics, (3rd ed.), Oxford University Press, pp. 32-47. (15 pp) Phinnemore, D. og Church, C. (2010) From the Constitutional Treaty to the Treaty of Lisbon, ch.4 i Cini, M. og Borragan, N.P-S (red.) European Union Politics, (3rd ed.), Oxford University Press, pp. 48-67. (19 pp.) Nugent, N. (2010) Understanding EU policies, kap. 16 i The Government and Politics of the European Union, (7th ed.), London: Palgrave MacMillan, pp. 279-288. (10 pp.) Thonstad, Tore (2001) Mindre handel, men mer sårbarhet? Norsk utenrikshandel 1970-2000. I Tranøy B. S. og Ø. Østerud (red.): Mot et globalisert Norge? Rettslige bindinger, økonomiske føringer og politisk handlingsrom. Oslo: Gyldendal Akademisk. Ch.5 (33 pp). Underdal A. (1997): "Studiet av internasjonal politikk" i Norsk Statsvitenskapelig Tidsskrift. Nr 3. (26 pp). Rottem, Svein Vigeland (2010) Klima og sikkerhet i Arktis, Internasjonal Politikk, No. 2, Vol. 68, pp. 183-204. (22 pp) Åtland, Kristian og Torbjørn Pedersen (2008) The Svalbard Archipelago in Russian Security Policy: Overcoming the Legacy of Fear or Reproducing it, I European Security, Vol. 17, Nos. 2-3. 227-51. (25 pp) Arcticles online: Stortingsmelding no. 7 (2011-2012) Nordområdene: Visjoner og virkemidler. Utenriksdepartementet. Ch. 1-8 (approx. 85 pp.) IN107S Globalisering og internasjonal politikk, 10 ECTS-credits IN107S Globalisering og internasjonal politikk, 10 ECTS-credits PO113S-001 Globalisering og internasjonal politikk, 3 ECTS-credits PO113S-002 Globalisering og internasjonal politikk, 7 ECTS-credits Comparative politics - PO114S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory for the one year study and bachelor program in Political Sciences. Elective for students from other programs. Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2013 Year of study: Normally 1st year Course responsible person: Hans Petter Saxi E-mail address: Hans.Petter.Saxi@uin.no Course evaluation: Annual evaluations which are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course develops the students fundamental knowledge of political processes and forms of government in different countries. The course also enables him/her to conduct comparative analyses. The prerequisite for this is knowledge about comparative analysis, the criteria for a good society, and theories of democracy. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Knowledge Be able to analyze different criteria concerning what constitutes a good society

Understand the basic differences between the different forms of democracy Skills To make comparisons between different parts of the political systems in selected countries around the world Genral competence Demonstrate knowledge of comparative method and theory None Yes Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. Face-to-face. Lectures two hours a week, and in addition seminars held directly after the lectures. Normally, overheads and summaries are disseminated on the learning management system Fronter. Lectures and seminars. A voluntary test-exam with feed-back from the teacher. A five hour written examination using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F). Draper, Alan & Ansil Ramsay (2012) The Good Society. An introduction to comparative politics. New York: Pearson Longman. Hague, Rod & Martin Harrop (2010) Comparative Government and Politics. An Introduction. New York: Palgrave Macmillian. (8th Edition. Paperback). The reading list could be subject to amendments at semester start. Study progression requirement: None. PO114S Komparativ politikk, 10 ECTS-credits PO114S-3 Komparativ politikk I, 10 ECTS-credits 2nd year of study Public Policies and Organizational Theory - PO200S ECTS Credits: 20 Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: Compulsory for the Bachelor in Organization and management (third semester), and Bachelor in political science (fifth semester). Duration: One semester Study start: Autumn 2013 Year of study: Second or third.

Course responsible person: Ole Johan Andersen E-mail address: ole.johan.andersen@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course aims to elaborate the analytical skills of the students with regard to the understanding of political processes, including the design and implementation of policies, and public sector reforms. The course is structured in different sections: The first section develops further the knowledge in organizational theory which the students have acquired through previously accomplished elementary courses in the program (see PO110S). The second targets reforms, problems pertaining to the governance of the increasingly application of devolved or autonomous organizational models, and challenges of democratic governance. In the third section a workshop is organized with a focus on a topic of current interest. Researchers as well as bureaucrats etc. are invited to the seminar to lecture on or comment on the chosen topic. The topic provides the case for a home exam lasting for one week. The course ends with a section focusing on the analysis of selected policy fields. Upon successful completion of the course the students should be able: To document knowledge about important models used in the study of public policy, and especially to reflect critically about the possibilities and restrictions in applying models To demonstrate insights in problems and challenges in conducting reforms To document knowledge about designing and implementation of policies in selected policy fields None Yes Completed introductory courses in Organization theory (PO110S) and Public policy and administration (PO111S). Recommended previous knowledge: Face-to-face Lectures, five hours a week. Lectures and discussions of examination papers. In addition, a seminar where students practice how to write examination papers covering the different sections of the course. A home exam over a week, and a six hour school examination. The school examination count 70 % and the home exam count 30 % of the final grade. With regular Norwegain grading A-F. Busch, T (2005): Grensen mellom privat og offentlig sektor i endring? i Busch et.al. (red): Modernisering av offentlig sektor, Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (10 sider)* Christensen, T, P. Lægreid, P. G. Roness & K A. Røvik (2009). Organisasjonsteori for offentlig sektor: instrument, kultur, myte. Kap. 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8 og 9. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (154 s.) Claes, D. H. & P. K. Mydske: Offentlig forvaltning og samfunnsstyring, kap. 1 i D. H. Claes & P. K. Mydske (red) (2011). Forretning eller fordeling? Reform av offentlige nettverkstjenester. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (29 s.) Claes, D. H. & A. Vinje: Kraftsektoren: fra samfunnsgode til handelsvare, kap. 4 i D. H. Claes & P. K. Mydske (red.) (2011). Forretning eller fordeling? Reform av offentlige nettverkstjenester. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (24 s). Claes D. H. & P. K. Mydske: Styringsutfordringer, kap. 9 i D. H. Claes & P. K. Mydske (red.) (2011). Forretning eller fordeling? Reform av offentlige nettverkstjenester. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (25 s.)

Jamil, I (2005): Kulturteori-kan kultur velges? i H. Baldersheim & L. E. Rose (red.) Det kommunale laboratorium. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. (21 s.) Kjellberg, F og M Reitan (2003): Studiet av offentlig politikk, Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. Kap. 1: Offentlig politikk som studieobjekt (18 sider)* Kuhnle, S (2001): Velferdsstatens idegrunnlag i perspektiv i Hatland et.al. (red): Den norske velferdsstaten. Oslo: Gyldendal. (23 sider)* Lie & P. K. Mydske: Jernbanesektoren: styring, fristilling og markedsretting, kap. 6 i D. H. Claes & P. K. Mydske (red.) (2011). Forretning eller fordeling? Reform av offentlige nettverkstjenester. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (21 s.) Offerdal, Audun (2005): Iverksettingsteori resultatene blir sjelden som planlagt, og det kan være en fordel? i Baldersheim og Rose (red): Det kommunale laboratorium, Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. (27 sider) Ostrom, Elinor (1990) Reflections on the Commons.. Chapter 1 in Governing the Commons: The Evolution of Institutions for Collective Action. Cambridge University Press. (28 sider) * Parsons, W (1995): Public Policy. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar. Delivery systems (s. 491-542 om Delivery systems ) (50 sider) * Pikkala, S (2005): Kontingensteori- fanga av eller tilpassing til omgivelsene? i H. Baldersheim & L. E. Rose (red.) Det kommunale laboratorium. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. (21s.) Rose, L (2005): Demokratiteori - forventninger og virkelighet I H. Baldersheim og L. E. Rose (red.) Det kommunale laboratorium. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget. (34 s.) Røiseland A. og S. I. Vabo (2008): Governance på norsk i Norsk Statsvitenskapelig Tidsskrift, 24, 1-2: 86-107 (20 sider)* Røiseland, A. (1997): "Lokalt perspektiv på globale problemer. i PLAN. (10 sider). * Røiseland, A. (2006): Demokratiets infrastruktur i forfall? i Tidsskrift for samfunnsforskning, Vol. 47, nr. 3. (11 sider) * Røste, O. B. (2008): Politikk og økonomi. Oslo: Gyldendal. Kap. 1-6 (152 sider) Sandersen, Håkan T. og Ove Nicolaisen (2007) Fra kystallmenning til kolonihage havbruk og arealbruk i tre nordlandskommuner. I Bernt Aarset og Grete Rusten (red.) Havbruk: Akvakultur på norsk. Fagbokforlaget, Bergen. (21 sider) * Skogerbø, E.: Telesektoren-teknologisk revolusjon, regulatorisk kapitulasjon, kap. 3 i D. H. Claes & P. K. Mydske (red.) (2011). Forretning eller fordeling? Reform av offentlige nettverkstjenester. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget. (29 s.) St. meld. nr. 47 (2008-2009) Samhandlingsreformen. Rett behandling-på rett sted-til rett tid. Kap. 1 til og med 10. (87 s.) Winter, Søren (2006): Implementation i Peters and Pierre (eds): Handbook of Public Policy. Sage. (10 sider)* Østerud, Øyvind, Fredrik Engelstad og Per Selle (2003): Makten og demokratiet. En sluttbok fra Makt- og demokratiutredningen. Oslo: Gyldendal Akademisk. Øverby, E (2009): Internasjonale perspektiver på sosialpolitikk i Stamsø, M. A. (red): Velferdsstaten i endring, Oslo: Gyldendal. (24 sider)* Det som er merket med * vil foreligge i kompendium. Study progression requirement: Approved compulsory assignment. PO200S-001 Offentlig politikk og organisasjonsteori - hjemmeeksamen, 20 ECTS-credits PO200S-002 Offentlig politikk og organisasjonsteori - skoleeksamen, 14 ECTS-credits PO212S Offentlig politikk og organisasjonsteori, 10 ECTS-credits Organization and Management of Welfare Policies - PO206S Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: Compulsory course for Bachelor of Organization and Management. Elective course for Bachelor of Political Science and other study programmes at the University of Nordland. Duration: 1 Semester. Study start: Autumn 2013 Year of study: Normally 2nd year. Course responsible person: Jill Beth Otterlei E-mail address: Jill.Beth.Otterlei@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course describes the objectives, development and reform of the welfare state, and the contents of the welfare system. We look into how welfare policy is organized and managed at national, regional and local level. The central and distinctive feature of the policy area are described and related to the challenges of organization, management and governance of the sector. These include user involvement, professionalism, privatization and political control. Concepts from the courses of public policy and organizational theory are continued in this topic, through both description and analysis of how this policy area is managed and organized. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of welfare policy goals Demonstrate knowledge of the structure of social policy and administrative management at national, regional and local level Be able to explain the basic concepts in the study of organization and management of welfare policy

Apply scientific knowledge in the discussion and analysis of the organization, leadership and management within the social policy area No. Yes. Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations, in addition to successfull completion of the courses PO111S Public policy and administration I, and PO110S Organization Theory I (or corresponding courses). Recommended previous knowledge: Face-to-face. Lectures and seminars. An individual home exam, lasting for a week, at the end of the semester, with regular Norwegian grading system (A-F). Hallandvik, Jan-Erik: Helsetjeneste og helsepolitikk. Gyldendal akademisk, siste utgave. Hele boka er pensum. Stamsø, Mary Ann (red.): Velferdsstaten i endring. Norsk sosialpolitikk ved starten av et nytt århundre. Gyldendal akademisk, siste utgave (hele boka er pensum, unntatt kap. 11 og 12). Kompendium i PO206S Organisering og styring av velferdspolitikk (siste utgave) Study progression requirement: PO111S Public Policy and Administration, and PO110S Organization Theory, or corresponding courses. Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences - ME118S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2014 Year of study: Depending on the programme chosen Course responsible person: Bente Vibecke Lunde E-mail address: Bente.Lunde@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system.

The course provides an introduction to social science methods, both quantitative and qualitative. This course presents and discusses the key concepts in social science methods, methods logical structure and how the qualitative data (interviews and observations) and quantitative data (statistics) are produced. The course includes Development of research design The importance of a well-developed research question The relationship between theory and empirical work How research produces data How data is interpreted and analyzed Differences and similarities between qualitative and quantitative methods Writing as a unique, independent thinking and analysis process Upon successful completion of this course, students should: Understand development of research design Have an overview of the various social science methods Know the contents of various methods and analytical approaches Be able to explain key concepts and approaches Be able to understand and assess the ethical challenges associated with different methods Be able to master the relevant scientific tools, techniques and forms of expression Be able to reflect on their professional practice and adjust this under supervision Be able to plan and conduct a simple research task Be able to read social science literature, as well as presentations of research in media with a better ability to understand and critically evaluate the results presented No Yes. Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or real life and work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. Recommended previous knowledge: A good grasp of mathematics will be an advantage Face- to- face Lectures and seminars 6-hour written examination with regular Norwegian grading system A to F, where the grade F indicates fail. In Norwegian: Kristen Ringdal (2013). Enhet og mangfold. Samfunnsvitenskaplig forskning og kvantitativ metode, 3. utgave. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget (Kapittel 1, 4, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17) (195 pages) Monica Dalen (2011). Intervju som forskningsmetode en kvalitativ tilnærming, 2. utgave. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget (90 pages) Dag Ingvar Jacobsen (2010). Hvordan gjennomføre undersøkelser? Innføring i samfunnsvitenskaplig metode, 2. utgave. Kristiansand: Høysoleforlaget. (Kapittel 1-12 og 16) (230 sider) (In total 515 pages) Study progression requirement: None.

33707-2 000 Generell sosiologi og sosiologisk analyse, 10 ECTS-credits ME119S Samfunnsvitenskapelig metode, 10 ECTS-credits ME122S Samfunnsvitenskapelig metode, 10 ECTS-credits ME123S Innføring samfunnsvitenskaplig metode, 10 ECTS-credits Innovation in the Public Sector - OR200S Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: Compulsory for the Bachelor of organization and management. Elective for students on other programs. Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2014 Year of study: Normally 2nd year Course responsible person: Hans Petter Saxi E-mail address: Hans.Petter.Saxi@uin.no Course evaluation: The topic is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The aim of the course is to provide students with analytical tools suitable to understand innovations in the public sector, and in addition insight into the ongoing changes in the way the public sector is organized and governed. The emphasis is on the local and regional level. The topic is organized into three blocks: the first focuses on some principal issues in the study of innovation activities. This includes perspectives on organizational changes, dilemmas pertaining to organizational innovations etc. At the fore of the second part stand changes in how the delivery of services and community development are managed and provided. Under this umbrella the application of performance units, competitive tendering, and partnerships are included. In the third block the focus is on changes in political governance and organization. Upon successful completion of the course the students should be able: To document knowledge about analytical tools used in the study of innovations, and hence a deeper understanding of problems and dilemmas pertaining to innovations. This applies especially to challenges occurring when innovating the public sector To demonstrate insights into the ongoing changes in the public sector (local and regional level). Of central importance here are reforms in the political management structure, the service delivery systems and strategies of community development. None Yes Courses in organization theory (PO110S) as well as public policy (PO111S). 4-hour class a week. Lectures mainly. In addition exercises in designing examination papers. A summarizing seminar concludes the topic. A six-hour school exam makes up 100 percent of the grading basis. With regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).

Bøker Andersen O. J. & A. Røiseland (red.) (2008): (red.) Partnerskap. Problemløsning og politikk. Fagbokforlaget, kap. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 og 9 (85 s.). Borum, F. (2002): Strategier for organisationsændring. Århus: Handelshøjskolens Forlag. (115 s). Jacobsen, D.A. (1012). Organisasjonsendringer og endringsledelse. Bergen: Fagbokforlaget, kap. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 og 7 (220s.) Torsteinsen, H. (red.) (2012). Resultatkommunen. Reformer og resultater. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget, kap. 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 11 og 17 (117 s.). Kompendium Brown, Louis (2010) Balancing Risk and Innovation to Improve Social Work Practice, i British Journal of Social Work, 40: 1211-1228 (17) Dougherty, D. (1996): Organizing for Innovation, i S. R. Clegg, C. Hardy og W. R. Nord (red.) Handbook of Organization Studies. (14 s). Egeberg, Morten (1989): Mot instrumentelle modeller i statsvitenskapen? i Egeberg, M. (red): Institusjonspolitikk og forvaltningsutvikling. TANO (12 s). Nylehn, B. (1997): Organisasjonsteori, kap. 16. Kolle Forlag.(18 s). Padovani, E. & D. W. Young (2008). Toward a framework for managing high-risk government outsourching: Field research in three Italian municipalities.journal of Public Procurement, 8(2): 215-247. (29 s.) Saxi, H. P. (2006): Parlamentarisme i norsk kommunesektor fra konsensus til majoritetsstyre?, i Norsk statsvitenskapelig tidskrift, vol 22, 256-277 (20 s.) Saxi, H.P. (2009): Parlamentarisme i norske fylkeskommuner bedre styring og demokrati? Kommunal economi och politik, 13 (4) 7-33 (26 s.) Saxi, H.P. (2012): Smått og godt, eller stort og flott? Langtidseffekter av fusjoner av offentlige etater. (Under publisering). (14 s.) Study progression requirement: OR200S-001 Offentlig organisering og utviklingsarbeid, 10 ECTS-credits OR200S-002 Offentlig organisering og utviklingsarbeid, 3 ECTS-credits Management - OR221S Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: Compulsory for Bachelor of Organization and Management. Elective for students from other programs. Duration: One semester Study start: Spring 2014 Year of study: Normally 2nd year. Course responsible person: Leif Kristian Monsen E-mail address: Leif.Kristian.Monsen@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course offers students an introduction to a number of different theories of management. Through lectures these theories will be related to practice. The intention is to give students an elementary scientific basis for practice in future leadership positions in organizations. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Possess knowledge of the major perspectives in management theory Be able to elaborate on key concepts of the field Be able to reflect critically on problems and challenges that managers face Have knowledge about management and leadership behaviors that may be of significant importance to his/her role as leader

None Yes Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or real life and work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations. Recommended previous knowledge: PO110S Organization Theory 1 or equivalent. Face-to-face Lectures two hours a week and seminars based on a set of exercises. Students are free to ask additional questions and discuss different subject-related issues. Overheads and exercises wil be posted on Fronter a few days in advance of each lecture. A six hour written individual examination using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F). Kjell Grønhaug, Odd Hellesøy og Geir Kaufmann: Ledelse i teori og praksis. Fagbokforlaget. Philip Selznick: Lederskap. Tano Aschehoug. Study progression requirement: None. OR221S 000 Kommunal ledelse, 10 ECTS-credits 3rd year of study Examen philosophicum - EX130S Level of course: Introductory Level Type of course: Compulsory/Elective Duration: 1 semester Study start: Autumn 2014 Year of study: Normally 1st year Course responsible person: Kjartan Koch Mikalsen E-mail address: kjartan.koch.mikalsen@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system.

The course provides an introduction to the history of philosophy in the western tradition. Emphasis will be placed on developments within ontology, epistemology, ethics and politics. The main focus will be on central periods of western thought, mainly the antiquity, the scientific revolution, the enlightenment, and the 20 th century. Knowledge of theory and methods in the history of science are both central to the course. The students will be introduced to questions concerning human understanding and cognition. Ethical and political questions and pertaining argumentation will also be presented. A fundamental goal of the course will be to foster theoretical knowledge and the ability to analyze textual material. The course serves as a useful foundation for further studies. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Knowledge: Skills: Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts, periods and questions in the history of philosophy. Present knowledge of central philosophers in the history of Western thought. Understand and explore various theoretical issues Apply critical reflection around fundamental questions and values. General competence: Demonstrate a solid foundation for further specialization. Yes Face-to-face. Lectures ans seminars. A 4-hour written examination using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F) (in Norwegian) Books Gilje, Nils og Harald Grimen (1993), Samfunnsvitenskapenes forutsetninger. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget, kap. 1-7 Skirbekk, Gunnar og Nils Gilje (2007), Filosofihistorie Innføring i europeisk filosofihistorie med særlig vekt på vitenskapshistorie og politisk filosofi. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget, kap. 1-15 og 21.B-D Compendium Grimen, Harald (2010), Robert Nozick den minimale staten, i Pedersen, Jørgen (red.), Moderne politisk teori. Oslo: Pax Forlag, ss. 51-72 Huseby, Robert (2012), Likhet og rettferdighet G. A. Cohens kritikk av John Rawls, Nytt norsk tidsskrift 29 (2): 148-156 Høibraaten, Helge (1998), Demokrati, makt og kommunikasjon, i Fermann, Gunnar og Torbjørn L. Knutsen (red.), Virkelighet og vitenskap. Oslo: Ad Notam Gyldendal, kap. 8.5 Svendsen, Lars Fr. H. og Simo Säätelä (2007), Hva er en god handling?, i Det sanne, det gode og det skjønne en innføring i filosofi. Oslo: Universitetsforlaget, kap. 6.1-3 Available online: Lu, Catherine, World Government, The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy (Fall 2012 Edition), Edward N. Zalta (ed.), URL = <http://plato.stanford.edu/archives/fall2012/entries/world-government/>

EX120E-2 Examen philosophicum, 10 ECTS-credits EX121E-2 Examen philosophicum, 10 ECTS-credits EX150S Dannelsessemester - menneske, samfunn og vitenskap, 10 ECTS-credits Personnel Management, Competence Development and Organizational Change - OR213S Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: A compulsory course for the Human Resource Management, one year programme and the Bachelor of Organization and Management. Elective for other students at the University of Nordland satisfying the prerequisites to take the course. Duration: One semester. Study start: Autumn 2014 Year of study: Normally 2nd year. Course responsible person: Berit Martinussen E-mail address: beritmartinussen@yahoo.no Course evaluation: Annual evaluations which are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course includes the following fields of study: personnel administration, human resource development and restructuring working life. General lectures and more specialised lectures on topics such as learning, recruitment, performance appraisal, ethics in the workplace, internationalisation and ethnic diversity at the workplace. The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of personnel management, skills development and restructuring of organisations. Students will on successful completion of the course be able to: demonstrate knowledge of personnel management development and application of modern organisations in change understand the most relevant principles and practices in order to promote learning and resource development analyse and evaluate different methods in the recruitment process understand and explain how a community in change influences the practical human resource management None. Yes. General admission and a minimum of 60 ECTS at higher education level. Relevant work experience in human resources management may compensate for the lack of higher education (qualifications). Recommended previous knowledge: 1-2 years of university studies or at least 5 years experience of working life. Lectures. Lectures. A one week individual home examination using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).

None. (In Norwegian) Books Grimsø, Rigmor (2005): Personaladministrasjon - teori og praksis 4. utgave Gyldendal Akademisk (Hele boken med unntak av følgende kapittel: 6,20 og 23) (antall sider: 365) Kuvaas, Bård og Dysvik, Anders (2012): Lønnsomhet gjennom menneskelige ressurser Evidensbasert HRM, Fagbokforlaget (Kapittel: 4,9 og10) (antall sider: 50) Lai, Linda (2013): Strategisk kompetanseledelse - 3. utgave Fagbokforlaget (Hele boken med unntak av følgende kapittel: 7,10,11 og 12) (antall sider: 190) Compendium: Brønn, P. S. og Ihlen, Ø. (2009): Omdømme, Kap 4 i Åpen eller innadvendt, Gyldendal Akademiske (antall sider: 21) Carson S. G og Kosberg N. (2011): Etikk i praksis, kap. 6 i Etikk teori og praksis, Cappelen Damm akademisk (antall sider: 30) Carson S. G og Kosberg N. (2003):Verdier og verktøy, Kap. 3 i Etisk forretning Cappelen Damm akademisk. (antall sider: 25) Johansen, K. E og Vetlesen A. J. (2000): Etikk, moral og verdier, Kap. 7 i Innføring i etikk, Universitetsforlaget (antall sider: 8) Larsen, H.H. (2010): Hvis HRM er svaret - hvad er så spørgsmålet? Kap. 1 i Human Resource Management Licence to work, Arbejdslivets tryllestøv eller håndjern? Forlaget Valmuen (antall sider: 17) Mikkelsen, A. (2005): Medarbeidersamtaler: Hva er det, og hjelper det? Kap. 20 i Den dyktige medarbeider, Einarsen S og Skogstad A, Fagbokforlaget (antall sider:19) Roddvik, V. (2010): Flerkulturelle utfordringer, Kap. 4 i Flerkulturelle arbeidsplasser, en veiviser, Fagbokforlaget (antall sider: 35) Sam, David L. (2009): Akkulturasjon i flerkulturelle arbeidsplasser, i Kulturelt mangfold på arbeidsplassen, Sandal G. M. (red), Fagbokforlaget (antall sider: 15) Solem, Per Erik (2006): Inkludering av eldre i arbeidslivet, Kap. 9 i Inkluderende arbeidsliv? Hammer T. og Øverbye E., Gyldendal Norsk forlag (antall sider: 19) Wæraas A. og Bjørnå H. (2011): Kommunegrå eller unik? Omdømmehåndtering i Kommunesektoren, Kap 14 i Substans og framtreden,wæraas,a, Byrkjeflot H. og Angell S. I. red), Universitetsforlaget (antall sider: 16) Study progression requirement: No. OR213S-HE Personaladministrasjon og kompetanseutvikling, 10 ECTS-credits OR213S-VE Personaladministrasjon og kompetanseutvikling, 10 ECTS-credits OR216S 000 Personaladministrasjon, kompetanseutvikling og omstilling, 10 ECTS-credits Organisational Psychology and Human Resource Management - OR214S ECTS Credits: 20 Level of course: Intermediate Level Type of course: Compulsory course for the Human Resource Management, one year programme and the Bachelor of Organization and Management. Elective for other students at the University of Nordland which fill the prerequisites. Duration: One semester. Study start: Autumn 2014 Year of study: Normally 2nd year. Course responsible person: Kjell Gunnar Risa E-mail address: Kjell.Risa@uin.no Course evaluation: The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university s quality assurance system. The course will provide an introduction to basic organizational psychology with an emphasis on management. The course covers such topics as leader roles, motivation, stress, work environment, "new" working life, restructuring amongst others. The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding and knowledge of organizational psychology, personnel management, resource development and restructuring of organizations. Students will on successful completion of the course be able to: