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IR6901

Organization and Leadership, Master's thesis

New from the academic year 2026/2027

Credits 30
Level Further education, higher degree level
Course start Autumn 2026 / Spring 2027
Duration 2 semesters
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Ålesund
Examination arrangement Master thesis

About

About the course

Course content

In order to qualify for this master assignment the student has to complete the basic module and the specialization module "Project leadership and project collaboration" in the MORG master programme.

The assignment will normally be based on real challenges and problems in the student's own organization, and will be finalized in conjunction between the student and the supervisor. The master assignment is estimated to take appr. 800 hours to complete.

Normally, the teaching language will be Norwegian.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: The student - has in-depth, research-based knowledge within a defined subject area

Skills: The student can carry out an independent research or development project using relevant theories and methods, in accordance with ethical standards for research.

General Competence: The student can connect research-based knowledge to their own organizational experience in a way that demonstrates the ability for independent analytical reflection.

Learning methods and activities

The course is part of NTNU's continuing education portfolio, and has a tuition fee. See our portal for continuing education, NTNU Videre.

Compulsory assignments

  • Introductory seminar
  • Approved project proposal
  • Advising

Further on evaluation

Normally taught in Norwegian. Please find more information on the Norwegian page.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Continuing Education, Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology (EVUIVC0)
Management (MORG)

Required previous knowledge

Normally taught in Norwegian. Please find more information on the Norwegian page.

Subject areas

  • Safety, Reliability and Maintenance
  • Organization and Leadership
  • Project Quality Management

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of ICT and Natural Sciences

Department with administrative responsibility

Section for quality in education and learning environment

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Master thesis
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Spring 2027

Master thesis
Weighting 100/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment