Futures Studies and Foresight (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content scheduling

1st remote session via Zoom consists of introduction and PESTE analysis; the 2nd remote session via Zoom consists of scenario thinking and weak signals, and the 3rd remote session via Zoom deals with scenario presentations and agile strategizing.

Objective

Student Knows and can apply the methods of futures studies and forecasting in understanding and taking control of changes in the operating environment. Can connect futures studies and forecasting as well as development based on future knowledge to strategic management and planning.

Content

Futures studies and foresight Operational environment analysis Megatrends, trends, weak signals Futures table Scenarios Applying future knowledge to strategic planning Agile strategizing and creative ideation

Location and time

1. remote session, 9.1.2025 klo 12.30-15.30 (Zoom) 2. remote session, 6.2.2025 klo 8.30-15.30 (Zoom) 3. remote session, 21.3.2025 klo 8.30-15.30 (Zoom) Individual and small group work between/after teaching sessions. Completion of the course by 6.4.2025

Materials

Materials on the Moodle course page. The materials are in both Finnish and English.

Teaching methods

Remote lectures via Zoom, independent study, individual and small group assignments.

Employer connections

Tasks are related to working life foresight.

International connections

The learning material is partly based on international discussions and texts.

Completion alternatives

No optional execution methods. Maximum absence 1/2 days. A replacement task for absence.

Student workload

5 cr = 135 h Joint remote learning (teacher-driven) ~20 h (2 1/2 days). Maximum absence 1/2 days. A replacement task for absence. In addition working individually (student-driven) and in small groups, and familiarization with the materials. Completing the course requires solid small group work both during and outside of teaching sessions.