= Project and Power Games from a system theory perspective = == Requirements == 60 hp data- och systemvetenskap == Aim == The student should be able to carry out power games in organizations and specifically know: * How to negotiate to win * How to handle group processes end personal empowerment * How to present and argue for complex ideasbased on rhetorical principles * How to promote creativity and innovation * How to diagnose organisational cultures * How to measure work performance * How to control the workforce == Syllabus == * We will study theories concerning leadership, organisation, group dynamics and project methodology * Each student will participate in 7 seminars where the student is trained to be a leader * We will study theories concerning human relationships, negotiation and conflict resolution *We will study theories about game theory and experiment with various strategies in how to gain power in a competitive environment * We will study the art of delegating responsibility and power without losing control * During the whole course there is a focus on communication skills