Introduction to Leading Change in Socio-Technical Systems, 2,5 credits

The purpose of the course is for the student to: (1) develop deepened knowledge on and understanding of theoretical foundations for leadership in complexity, specifically related to transformative change in socio-technical systems and (2) develop skills required to work effectively with complex challenges, including the ability to critically reflect on various approaches within the field. The course contains theories, concepts, methods and tools for leadership in the context of change for sustainability. The course also contains concrete practice of skills for leading in complex contexts with a focus on leadership for transitions of socio-technical systems, including critical reflection on different leadership methods and the suitability of these in different situations for this type of leadership.