Danilo Brozovic
School of Business
Course is co-funded by the European Union
The University of Skövde coordinates this course, which is based on several research projects from our School of Business. As a student, you'll gain fresh insights into relevant topics such as organizational resilience – the ability to withstand crises – and its connection to sustainability. The course awards 3 ECTS credits and is conducted in English.
Programme Structure and dates
The onsite part takes place at the University of Skövde from 24-28 February 2025, including lectures and a seminar. The online part follows from 1-31 March 2025, involving teamwork and a final seminar with assignment presentations. Each partner university has ten available spots.
Participating Universities
- University of Skövde, Sweden
- University L’Orientale of Naples, Italy
- Nord University, Norway
- IAE Paris Est, France
Course Aim
The course aims to develop students' theoretical and practical knowledge in organizational and entrepreneurial resilience as well as the relationship to the three dimensions of sustainability (economic, social and ecological sustainability).
Organizational and entrepreneurial resilience is viewed from a classical perspective, systemic perspective and critical perspective. By the end of the course, students will have gained a deeper understanding of how organizations manage crises, and how resilience strategies can be applied in both entrepreneurial and corporate contexts.
Course Schedule
Course Schedule (pdf)
Course Objectives
The course objectives are achieved through a written individual assignment and an oral presentation at a final seminar.
Assessment and Content
Students will complete an individual written assignment analysing a company's (or public organization's) sustainability, based on literature and research on resilience. At the final seminar, students will present and review each other’s work. The course combines lectures, peer review seminars, and online sessions, creating a vibrant intercultural and interdisciplinary learning environment.
Prerequisites
Basic-level course in organization and management, or equivalent. Students at the Univeristy of Skövde need to have completed FÖ114G Organization and Management - G1N (or equivalent). English language proficiency CEFR B2
Application
You apply for this BIP through your home institution. Each institution sends a list of nominated students to danilo.brozovic@his.se, including the students' names and email addresses.
Thereafter, The University of Skövde will provide all nominated students with information on how and when to apply via universityadmissions.se. You will receive your admission letter within 2-3 weeks after the application deadline.
Cost
The course is offered at no cost, though fee-paying students may have different conditions. For more details, you should consult your home institution. You are responsible for your own travel, accommodation and any meals not included in the programme.
Funding for students
If you are selected for the programme you are eligible to apply for the ERASMUS+ short-term mobility grant offered by your home university. This does not apply to students at the University of Skövde.
Course Syllabus
Course Syllabus (pdf)
Course Instructions (pdf)
Travel and accommodation information
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The best way to get to Skövde is to fly to Stockholm or Gothenburg and take the train from there to Skövde. For more information about timetables and ticket reservations, please contact SJ (Swedish Rail), VR or the regional transportation company Västtrafik.
- SJ: +46 (0)771-75 75 75, sj.se/en
- Västtrafik: +46 (0)771-41 43 00, vasttrafik.se/en
- VR: +46 (0)8-580 971 66, vrresa.se/en
From Stockholm to Skövde
It takes two hours by high-speed train or three and a half hours by intercity train to get from Stockholm to Skövde. If you arrive at Stockholm Arlanda Airport and intend to travel by train to Skövde, you will need to get from the airport to Stockholm Central Station. There are express trains (Arlanda Express) and bus services from the airport to Stockholm Central Station.
From Gothenburg to Skövde
It takes one hour by high speed train or one and a half hours by intercity or regional train to get from Gothenburg to Skövde. If you arrive at Gothenburg Landvetter Airport, there are buses to Gothenburg Central Station.
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Housing
As a student, it's your responsibility to arrange housing during the week in Skövde, and it's on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Here are some options not far from the University.
Skövde vandrarhem – hostel
- Single room 525 SEK/night
- Double room 695 SEK/night (Needs to be booked for two guests for this price.)
- Linen/towels 95 SEK/set
- Cleaning: 200 SEK (Guests may clean the room before leaving)
- Kitchen: Available
- Location: Five-minute walk from the University of Skövde
Contact and information on terms and booking:
skovdevandrarhem.se
Address: Kaplansgatan 10, 549 34 SkövdeKapellvägen – Furnished rooms
4 single rooms and 1 double room bookable.
- 5 nights 1200 SEK/room
- 6 nights 1325 SEK/room
- 7 nights 1450 SEK/room
- Linen/towels included. Kitchen available.
- Location: 20-minute walk from the University of Skövde
Contact and information on terms and booking:
Email: nystedt.maria@outlook.com
Phone: 0046-706 242672
WhatsApp: Maria Nystedt
Address: Kapellvägen, 549 47 SkövdeVästerhöjdsgården B&B
- Single room 745 SEK/night
- Double room 1050 SEK/room/night
- Single, shared bathroom 645 SEK/room/night (2 bookable)
- Double, shared bathroom 945 SEK/room/night (2 bookable)
- Breakfast is included in the price
- Location: 10-minute walk from the University of Skövde
Contact and information on terms and booking:
info@vasterhojdsgarden.se
booking@vasterhojdsgarden.se
Phone: 0046-761281959
Address: Wennerbergs gata 9, 541 50 Skövde