Introduction
An empathic understanding of how people from different parts of the world differ when it comes to opinions, attitudes, and beliefs or even what it takes to develop motivated and committed employees, is crucial for managers in today's global world. The assumption that national cultures are still playing important roles in forming people's values and attitudes, more than indicates that definitions and concepts of culture and cultural differences at national, organizational, and managerial level should be covered during a course like this.
One aspect of the course focuses on the importance of national culture in determining communication and behaviour in international business. The course provides an overview of culture, Scandinavian management, digital relationships with data analytics: Scandinavian trends, communication strategies and cross cultural negotiations. Learning approaches will include lectures, case work, teamwork and blended learning. We also gain key insights through guest speakers from the industry and visits to leading Norwegian companies to see Scandinavian management in practice.
The other aspect focuses on the so called "Scandinavian Model" where gender and economic equality dominate and specific employment rules and rights must be applied. In particular, the "Norwegian Working Environment Act" is covered.
Specific global industries where Norwegian firms have excelled such as shipping, oil and gas, and energy will also be investigated during the course.