Roadmap for Risk Management and Circular Economy (5cr)

Objectives (course unit)

In this course the participants will create a plan that will guide them through the Master’s programme in risk management and circular economy. The participants know the overall view of circular economy and recognize the future potential and possible risks involved with it. They understand the role of life cycle assessment (LCA) as a part of circular economy and you know the principles of carrying through an LCA. The participants know also the goals of circular economy on a local, national (e.g. Finland, EU) and global levels. The participants will use the principles of co-creation method in managing design processes, products and services in circular economy. They can justify phenomena in circular economy in critical perspective.

Content (course unit)

Circular team building and communication, Tabula platform, learning methods and planning of studies, life cycle assessment (LCA), co-creation method, goals of circular economy.

Location and time

You are expected to follow the instructions and deadlines given in the Tabula.

Teaching methods

Contact teaching, coaching and discussions during the first intensive week. The emphasis is on virtual teaching, where assignments are instructed in Tabula. During the assignments, you are expected to communicate with your group members via internet (e.g. Skype). Discussions with teachers will also be done at appointed times.