Knowledge

The student ...

has specialized knowledge in personal, operational and/or strategic leadership
has specialized knowledge of the scientific basis for research in the field of leadership
has in-depth knowledge of research design and methodology (also applied) which is relevant for elucidating issues within leadership, collaboration, power and management as practice
can apply theories and methods within either practical, operational or strategic leadership at individual, group or organizational level.
has advanced knowledge of how to analyze professional issues, management practices, or experience of leadership in the workplace based on the subject's history, traditions, uniqueness and place in society

Skills

The student ...

can use theoretical perspectives within practical leadership, and further develop and correct own work based on own reflections and guidance
can critically assess own and others' use of methods, assessments and presentations
can write a systematic and coherent research work. This involves mastering the writing process, showing maturity in professional language and the ability to build up a thesis in a structured and pedagogical way
can use social science approaches and methods to collect, process, analyze and interpret data (information), in line with current research ethics norms

General competence

The student ...

can identify, analyze and solve ethical, theoretical and practical issues within practical leadership
can use their own research work to promote an independent and critical perspective on issues developed either at their own employer or in another relevant context
can plan, organise, carry out, report and communicate research work to both colleagues and other relevant actors
can help to illuminate, discuss or challenge management perspectives in various businesses

Subject description 3211

Master thesis