Study Guide

Objective

The aim of the intensive programme is to explore current questions related to economics and business between Russia and Finland/ EU. The programme brings together Karelia UAS degree and exchange students, Russian university students and Russian and Finnish experts on economics, business and forestry. The five-day study excursion to St.Petersburg hosted by St.Petersburg State Forest Techical University introduces the Russian operational environment. Planning and carrying out the programme for the Russian partners in Joensuu teaches hosting and more multicultural group work skills.

Content

Preliminary studying for compiling a report in mixed groups with Russian and Karelia students on the following topics in January-February:The roles of the Russian Federation and Finland in the world economy.Foreign trade between Finland and the Russian Federation.Foreign trade between North Karelia and the Russian FederationThe present and future of the forest sector in the Russian Federation and FinlandThe possibilities for businesses in the Saint Petersburg region and North KareliaActive participation in the six-day excursion programme in Russia, St.Petersburg, in February, 2017: lectures, group work, company visits, get-togethers, cultural programme.Planning and hosting the five-day excursion of our Russian partners to Joensuu and Karelia in April, 2017: lectures, company visits, get-togethers, cultural programme.