Diploma in Risk Management and Circular Economy: 25KDRIMCEL
Code: 25KDRIMCEL
Description
Learning outcomes of the RiMCE programme
The graduates have specialized knowledge of the circular economy theories, principles, and practices. They can apply up-to-date knowledge of circular economy and risk management into their work and professional development. They understand how circular economy and risk management are interconnected and can identify, assess, and prioritize risks in different contexts.
The graduates can develop and innovate circular economy value chains and the consumer engagement in circularity actions. They can apply sustainability measurement tools (e.g. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)) for the development of more sustainable products and services. They understand the innovation pipeline process and the roles of stakeholders in sustainable business openings in the company context.
The graduates know the key factors for profitable business. They can utilize agile and lean development methodologies and design thinking for development in circular economy business.
The graduates are competent to collaborate and co create in multidisciplinary and intercultural teams. They can communicate responsibly and effectively both in professional and academic environment and with a wider audience and in networks. The graduates understand the role of leadership and communication when pursuing sustainability.
The graduates can apply the concepts of academic research in their own Master’s thesis and choose and apply the suitable research approach and methods.
Professional status
The degree complies with the criteria set by the Finnish national degree system as well as with the European Qualifications Framework (Level 7) for degrees and competences. The degree gives a qualification for a public appointment where a Master's degree is required.
Structure of studies
This Master's degree programme is 90 credits in extent and it takes 1,5 - 2 years to complete. The studies are mainly on-line courses including three intensive study weeks in Tampere, Finland (4 days per week) or online. It is possible to study on this Master's programme while working full-time.
The studies include 60 ECTS credits of which 20 is free-choice studies and Master´s thesis 30 ECTS credits.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2024-2025 | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | Spring 2025 | Autumn 2025 | Spring 2026 | Autumn 2026 | 3. / 2025 | 4. / 2025 | 1. / 2025 | 2. / 2025 | 3. / 2026 | 4. / 2026 | 1. / 2026 | 2. / 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5F00FY51 | Kick off for Risk Management and Circular Economy | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| IM00GW15 | Finnish 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00FY52 | Circular Economy Value Chains and Consumer Engagement | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00HB95 | Advanced Project and Risk Management | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00HH22 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |||||||||||||
| 5F00FY59 | Academic Research and Practices (RiMCE) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00FY54 | Leadership and Intercultural Communication | 5 | |||||||||||||||
| 5F00GE15 | Introduction to Finnish Industry and Working Life | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00FY53 | Company Financial Management | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00FY57 | Development of Circular Economy Business | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00GE22 | AI in Green Transition | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| 5F00HF73 | Corporate Sustainability Reporting | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| Total | 60 | 25 | 30 | 0 | 25 | 25 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.
Sustainability and Responsibility
Sustainable Future is one of the pedagogical principles of TAMK. Ecological, social, cultural, and economic sustainability are important building blocks of a sustainable future. All these perspectives can be observed on individual, sectoral, societal, or global scales.
| Code | Name | Credits (cr) |
|---|---|---|
| 5F00FY51 | Kick off for Risk Management and Circular Economy | 5 |
| IM00GW15 | Finnish 1 | 5 |
| 5F00FY52 | Circular Economy Value Chains and Consumer Engagement | 5 |
| 5F00HB95 | Advanced Project and Risk Management | 5 |
| 5F00HH22 | 5 | |
| 5F00FY59 | Academic Research and Practices (RiMCE) | 5 |
| 5F00FY54 | Leadership and Intercultural Communication | 5 |
| 5F00GE15 | Introduction to Finnish Industry and Working Life | 5 |
| 5F00FY53 | Company Financial Management | 5 |
| 5F00FY57 | Development of Circular Economy Business | 5 |
| 5F00GE22 | AI in Green Transition | 5 |
| 5F00HF73 | Corporate Sustainability Reporting | 5 |