VERKTYG FöR STRATEGISK UTVECKLING OCH PLANERING

I den här kursen får du en ökad förståelse för vad digitalisering och digital transformation innebär. Du lär dig mer om varför digitalisering kan vara ett bra sätt att utveckla en verksamhet samt hur du kan arbeta systematiskt med den förändringsprocess som digitalisering innebär. Detta kan hjälpa dig att förbättra effektiviteten och innovationsförmågan i din organisation samt bidrar till att utveckla din kompetens. Vad innebär digitalisering och digital transformation och hur kan företag och organisationer arbeta med digitalisering? Det är frågor som du kommer lära dig mer om här. Kursens tar utgångspunkt i digitalisering som tillämpning av digital teknik i företag och organisationer och behandlar samspelet mellan tillämpning av digital teknik och organisationsförändring. Kursen består av följande moduler: Introduction to digitalisation and digital transformation sätter fokus på digitalisering och digital transformation och hur digitalisering kan användas för effektivisering och innovation. Business development through digitalisation introducerar olika modeller för digitalisering och digital transformation där deltagarna ges möjlighet att praktisera några av dessa i sin verksamhet, till exempel modeller för kartläggning av digital mognad och verksamhets- och förändringsanalys. Data driven organizations and data use berör data som resurs vid utvecklingsarbete, till exempel verksamhets-, produkt-, tjänsteutveckling). Deltagarna introduceras i hur data kan utgöra resurs för olika användningsområden, i olika kontext och vilka nyttor och värden som kan förväntas och realiseras med hjälp av data. Leadership and organization in the age of digital transformation fokuserar på ledning och organisering av digital transformation och hur agila arbetssätt, perspektiv och värderingar kan stötta den pågående förändringsprocess som digitalisering medför.  Diskussionsinnehållet i kursen tas delvis fram av och samskapas av deltagarna själva genom att de tillämpar teorier, begrepp och modeller på egna erfarenheter. Kursen förutsätter självständigt arbete, kontinuerlig textinläsning samt aktivt och reflekterande deltagande i undervisningen. Kursen vänder sig till dig som är yrkesverksam och som vill utveckla din kompetens inom digitalisering och digital transformation, förändringsledning och hur digitalisering kan användas för effektivisering och innovation i företag och organisationer. Den passar exempelvis dig som är chef, projekt- eller processledare eller som arbetar med affärs- och verksamhetsutveckling samt IT-frågor.  Kursen är på avancerad nivå och ger 5 högskolepoäng. Den riktar sig till dig som är yrkesverksam och ges på deltid så att studier och arbete kan kombineras. Undervisningen sker på svenska och engelska och genomförs på distans via Canvas som är Karlstads universitets lärplattform. Kursen är kostnadsfri. Antal platser är begränsat. Läs mer och anmäl ditt intresse till nästa kursomgång hösten 2024: https://www.kau.se/ctf/ise/digitalisering-och-digital-transformation

This course looks at where important materials in products we use every day come from and how these materials can be used more efficiently, longer, and in closed loops. This is the aim of the Circular Economy, but it doesn’t happen on its own. It is the result of choices and strategies by suppliers, designers, businesses, policymakers and all of us as consumers. In addition to providing many cases of managing materials for sustainability, the course also teaches skills and tools for analyzing circular business models and promotes development of your own ideas to become more involved in the transition to a Circular Economy. You will learn from expert researchers and practitioners from around Europe as they explain core elements and challenges in the transition to a circular economy over the course of 5 modules: Module 1: Materials. This module explores where materials come from, and builds a rationale for why society needs more circularity. Module 2: Circular Business Models. In this module circular business models are explored in-depth and a range of ways for business to create economic and social value are discussed. Module 3: Circular Design, Innovation and Assessment. This module presents topics like functional materials and eco-design as well as methods to assess environmental impacts. Module 4: Policies and Networks. This module explores the role of governments and networks and how policies and sharing best practices can enable the circular economy. Module 5: Circular Societies. This module examines new norms, forms of engagement, social systems, and institutions, needed by the circular economy and how we, as individuals, can help society become more circular.

In this course, participants are introduced to key notions and concepts evolving in sustainability science that are relevant to all, independent to one's work or field of interest. After having completed the course, participants will have a better understanding of the vocabulary used today and should demonstrate the ability to reflect critically to integrate different perspectives of environmental, social, and economic sustainability to their specific area of interest or research. Throughout the course, links are made to the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development, as our current global road map towards sustainability, and how new approaches and solutions are emerging to describe, understand and address key sustainability challenges. Put simply, the overall aim is to give participants the knowledge and confidence needed to present and discuss ideas with others by applying methods, concepts and the vocabulary exemplified in the course with a more holistic view on the sustainability agenda across topics and disciplines. The course is designed as 5 modules: The first module presents essential concepts within sustainability science, and methods used to describe, frame, and communicate aspects of sustainability. We look at key questions such as what we mean with strong or weak sustainability, resilience, tipping points and the notion of planetary boundaries. We also look at some techniques used of envisioning alternative futures and transitions pathways. The second module is all about systems thinking and how systemic approaches are applied today to achieve long-term sustainability goals. Your will see what we mean with systems thinking and how systems thinking, and design is applied in practice to find new solutions. The third module touches upon drivers for a sustainable future, namely links to economy and business with an introduction to notions of a circular economy, and also policy and regulatory frameworks. We introduce the basics of transformative policy frames and how they are designed and applied through several real-case examples. The fourth module discusses the links between innovation and sustainability, highlighting approaches for technological, social, institutional, and financial innovations. Some examples (or cases) aim to show how different actors across society balance in practice the need for innovative approaches for social, environmental, and economic sustainability. The fifth and last module provides general insights on how we work with models to create various scenarios that help us identify solutions and pathways for a more sustainable world. Three main dimensions are addressed namely climate and climate change, nature and biodiversity, and the importance of data and geodata science to support spatial planning and sustainable land use.

How can we work with nature to design and build our cities? This course explores urban nature and nature-based solutions in cities in Europe and around the world. We connect together the key themes of cities, nature, sustainability and innovation. We discuss how to assess what nature-based solutions can achieve in cities. We examine how innovation is taking place in cities in relation to nature. And we analyse the potential of nature-based solutions to help respond to climate change and sustainability challenges. This course was launched in January 2020, and it was updated in September 2021 with new podcasts, films and publications. The course is produced by Lund University in cooperation with partners from Naturvation – a collaborative project on finding synergies between cities, nature, sustainability and innovation. The course features researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs from a range organisations.   

How can we shape our urban development towards sustainable and prosperous futures? This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation and sustainability. We examine how visions, experiments and innovations can transform urban areas. And we look at practices (what is happening in cities at present) and opportunities (what are the possibilities for cities going forwards into the future). This course was launched in January 2016, and it was updated in September 2021 with new podcasts, films and publications. The course is produced by Lund University in cooperation with WWF and ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability who work with creating sustainable cities. The course features researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs from a range organisations.

Business models that efficiently contribute to reduction of material use and waste are key to successful transition towards sustainability. This course has a particular focus on the interplay between business models, product innovation and production processes. Through this course, you will explore the critical relationship between sustainable practices and business strategies, preparing you to contribute meaningfully to the circular economy and sustainable development initiatives In this course, you will be introduced to systematic working methods for business development in practical contexts, with a specific focus on innovation and creativity. The goal of the course is to provide a deep understanding of the application of various business model practices in different types of development work. The objective is for course participants to enhance their ability to understand and apply business development processes in the manufacturing industry and gain deeper insights into how these processes relate to organizations' innovation and business strategies in order to achieve circular flows, resilience, and sustainability. The teaching consists of self-study using course literature, films, and other materials through an internet-based course platform, as well as scheduled webinars and written reflections. There are no physical meetings; only digital online seminars are included. Study hours 40 hours distributed from week 3, 2025 to week 8, 2025. Webinar 1: January 13thWebinar 2: January 20thWebinar 3: February 3rdWebinar 4: February 17th Target GroupThis course is primarily intended for engineers in management or middle management positions within industry, whether they are recent graduates or individuals with extensive experience. The course is suitable for individuals with backgrounds in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering management, or similar educational background. Entry RequirementsTo be eligible for this course, participants must have completed courses equivalent to at least 120 credits, with a minimum of 90 entry Requirement credits in a technical subject area, with at least a passing grade, or equivalent knowledge. Proficiency in English is also required, equivalent to English Level 6. Educational package in circular economyThe course Product/production and business development for circular flows is an introduction of the educational package starting again spring 2024 and will also run spring 2026. This course: Business development for circular flow together with Product development for circular flows (starting March 3) and Production for cirkular flows (starting April 28) are free standing independent courses that build on knowledge in the field.