Course - Methods for Research and Consulting of Teams Emphasizing SPGR - IØ8204
IØ8204 - Methods for Research and Consulting of Teams Emphasizing SPGR
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Work
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbeider | 100/100 |
Course content
Overview of methods for small group research. Quantitative and qualitative analysis. The SPGR instrument is used as example. The factoranalytical model with some of the most frequent used statistics in the field. Practical application in research and consulting. Ethical issues. Role of consultant. Feedback and application at individual, group and organizational level.
Learning outcome
The position of the course in the PhD program:
The course is for all PhD students at IØT studying team and group processes as part of their thesis.
The course will give the candidate knowledge:
On how groups function, how different dynamics develop and how polarizations and other pattern in groups can be recognized. In addition the candidate will get an understanding of what it takes to develop teams and groups.
The course will give skills in:
Choosing the most effective and efficient methods for the actual research question, and how to use these methods in practical settings. Both methods for direct observation and peer-ratings are presented emphasizing SPGR.
The course should in addition give:
Knowledge to evaluate the psychometrics of exiting methods and skills in using such methods in consulting.
Learning methods and activities
Seminars, lectures and simulations.
Obligatory exercises.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Required previous knowledge
Master degree in organizational theory, sociology, psychology or related background.
Course materials
List of literature is published at course start.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIS1062 | 9.0 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
10.0 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2016
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
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- Industrial Economics and Technology Management
- Organization and Leadership
- Industrial Management and Work Science
- Strategy and Management
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management
Examination
Examination arrangement: Work
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Arbeider 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Arbeider 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"