Important Processes of Knowledge Management
In accordance with the regulations of 2005 concerning the requirements for a master's degree from section 5 of the Ministry of Education and Research: The admission requirements for experience-based master's degrees of 90 or 120 credits are the following:
- bachelor's degree
- cand.mag.
- other degree or vocational training of a minimum 3 years in scope
- education which has been approved as being equivalent to the above mentioned degrees or educational programmes, pursuant to Section 3-5 of the Norwegian Act relating to Universities and University Colleges
Because this is an experience-based master's degree, in addition to requirements for education, at least two years of relevant vocational experience is also required. The institution stipulates what is relevant vocational experience. In this context, relevant practice is documented competence within the field of management and organisation.
Passed MKL110 and MKL120 (including approved coursework requirements).
After completing the course, candidates will have attained the following learning outcomes defined in knowledge, skills and general competence
Knowledge
The student
- has advanced knowledge of the central processes in the management of knowledge, such as strategy, creativity, innovation, materiality, technology, and communication
- has in-depth knowledge of the subject's various scientific theories and methods
- has advanced knowledge related to questions about sustainable knowledge societies and central processes in the management of knowledge
- can analyze professional issues about central processes in the management of knowledge using theory about strategy, creativity, innovation, materiality, technology and communication
- can apply knowledge of key processes in knowledge management such as strategy, creativity, innovation, materiality, technology and communication
Skills
The student
- can analyze and relate critically to the various theories and perspectives on central processes in the management of knowledge
- can analyze and discuss various theories, and work independently with practical problem solving
- can carry out an independent, limited development project using different research methods
- can carry out an independent, limited research or development project (project assignment) under supervision and in line with applicable research ethics norms
General competence
The student
- can analyze relevant academic and practical issues related to central processes in the management of knowledge
- can apply their knowledge and skills in strategy, creativity, innovation, materiality, technology and communication to carry out advanced tasks and projects (including the project task)
- can convey extensive independent work and masters the subject's terminologies
- can communicate about central processes in the management of knowledge with both specialists and the general public
- can contribute to new ideas and in innovation processes
Final assessment:
- Assignment, group, grading scale A-F, counts for 0%
Written group assignment. Two examiners, of which at least one is an external examiner.
An oral hearing will be held following the submission of the assignment. A grade is given to the task, which may be adjusted on the basis of the oral hearing. The thesis must be assessed to be passed before an oral hearing is held.
- Oral examination, individual, grading scale A-F, counts for 100%
Two examiners, of which at least one is an external examiner.