Degree Programme in International Business
Bachelor of Business Administration, Degree Programme in International Business, Fall, 2023
Bachelor of Business Administration, Degree Programme in International Business, Fall, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration, Degree Programme in International Business, Fall, 2021
BBA, International Business, Fall, 2020
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 10.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate academic skills in both written and spoken English at least at the B1.2-B2 levels (CEFR). You are able to write cohesive and well-structured texts for academic purposes, use the appropriate citation techniques and follow the reporting conventions of Karelia UAS. Moreover, you understand the differences between academic and business genres and spoken and written language. You are able to deliver an effective presentation to business and academic audiences.
Content
- Reading techniques
- Genres and text types
- Text organisation
- Use of sources incl. quoting, paraphrasing and summarising
- Academic integrity and citation techniques
- Reporting conventions of Karelia UAS
- Presentation techniques
Location and time
Wärtsilä Campus, weeks 36-45
Materials
Materials available in Moodle, Karelia reporting instructions at https://libguides.karelia.fi/c.php?g=689495&p=4935740
Bailey, S. 2020. Academic writing for international students of business and economics. 3rd edition. New York: Routledge. (where applicable)
Teaching methods
lectures and workshops, independent study
Completion alternatives
Students with equivalent extent of university studies on academic communication in English can demonstrate their skills and familiarity with Karelia reporting conventions by taking the test in Exam.
Student workload
20 h of lectures and workshops, 4 h of individual text consultations, 2 h test and 4 h of final seminar (presentations)
50 hours of independent assignments and study
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
At the completion of the course you able to write a coherent academic essay where you demonstrate
- B2-level English proficiency
- ability search for relevant information from reliable sources and summarise and paraphrase the source text
- knowledge of and ability to use academic reporting and citations conventions (style guide) of Karelia UAS
Additionally, you have the skills to give an effective presentation on the topic of the essay.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
There is no submission or proof of competence.
The text is plagiarised (not written by the student) or
there are serious problems in the mechanics of writing, in language (structures and vocabulary) or in logical coherence that make the text or speech difficult to understand.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student is able to
- apply the style guide of Karelia UAS and use proper citation techniques
- express his/her thoughts in a comprehensible manner by producing rather clear and predominantly coherent text and speech although imperfections may occur in the special academic language of the field and/or the incoherence, insufficiency and/or defectiveness of the text or speech disturb to some extent
- use basic structures rather well although the influence of mother tongue may be occasionally detectable
- use the basic (academic) vocabulary of the field of expertise
- communicate in a comprehensible manner although some defects and ambiguity may occur
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student is able to
- systematically apply the style guide of Karelia UAS and use proper citation techniques
- produce fluent, rather varied, coherent and stylistically proper text and speech with systematic development of argument
- express his/her thoughts clearly to an academic audience of one's discipline
- use variable grammatical structures and vocabulary in relation to the field of expertise
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to
- systematically apply the style guide of Karelia UAS, use proper citation techniques and synthesize several relevant sources in his/her own text and speech
- produce clear, varied and coherent text on a demanding business subject
- maintain proper academic style in accordance with the topic, genre and recipient
- use varied structures with grammatical precision and a very wide range of vocabulary in relation to the field of expertise
- correctly and effortlessly use expressions typical of the English language
Further information
Students with insufficient English skills (B1.1 or lower) should first attend remedial language courses to improve their language skills.
Enrollment
03.04.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 10.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate academic skills in both written and spoken English at least at the B1.2-B2 levels (CEFR). You are able to write cohesive and well-structured texts for academic purposes, use the appropriate citation techniques and follow the reporting conventions of Karelia UAS. Moreover, you understand the differences between academic and business genres and spoken and written language. You are able to deliver an effective presentation to business and academic audiences.
Content
- Reading techniques
- Genres and text types
- Text organisation
- Use of sources incl. quoting, paraphrasing and summarising
- Academic integrity and citation techniques
- Reporting conventions of Karelia UAS
- Presentation techniques
Location and time
Wärtsilä Campus, weeks 36-45
Materials
Materials available in Moodle, Karelia reporting instructions at https://libguides.karelia.fi/c.php?g=689495&p=4935740
Bailey, S. 2020. Academic writing for international students of business and economics. 3rd edition. New York: Routledge. (where applicable)
Teaching methods
lectures and workshops, independent study
Completion alternatives
Students with equivalent extent of university studies on academic communication in English can demonstrate their skills and familiarity with Karelia reporting conventions by taking the test in Exam.
Student workload
20 h of lectures and workshops, 4 h of individual text consultations, 2 h test and 4 h of final seminar (presentations)
50 hours of independent assignments and study
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
At the completion of the course you able to write a coherent academic essay where you demonstrate
- B2-level English proficiency
- ability search for relevant information from reliable sources and summarise and paraphrase the source text
- knowledge of and ability to use academic reporting and citations conventions (style guide) of Karelia UAS
Additionally, you have the skills to give an effective presentation on the topic of the essay.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
There is no submission or proof of competence.
The text is plagiarised (not written by the student) or
there are serious problems in the mechanics of writing, in language (structures and vocabulary) or in logical coherence that make the text or speech difficult to understand.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student is able to
- apply the style guide of Karelia UAS and use proper citation techniques
- express his/her thoughts in a comprehensible manner by producing rather clear and predominantly coherent text and speech although imperfections may occur in the special academic language of the field and/or the incoherence, insufficiency and/or defectiveness of the text or speech disturb to some extent
- use basic structures rather well although the influence of mother tongue may be occasionally detectable
- use the basic (academic) vocabulary of the field of expertise
- communicate in a comprehensible manner although some defects and ambiguity may occur
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student is able to
- systematically apply the style guide of Karelia UAS and use proper citation techniques
- produce fluent, rather varied, coherent and stylistically proper text and speech with systematic development of argument
- express his/her thoughts clearly to an academic audience of one's discipline
- use variable grammatical structures and vocabulary in relation to the field of expertise
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to
- systematically apply the style guide of Karelia UAS and use proper citation techniques and synthesize several relevant sources in his/her own text and speech
- produce clear, varied and coherent text on a demanding business subject
- maintain proper academic style in accordance with the topic, genre and recipient
- use varied structures with grammatical precision and a very wide range of vocabulary in relation to the field of expertise
- correctly and effortlessly use expressions typical of the English language
Further information
Students with insufficient English skills (B1.1 or lower) should first attend remedial language courses to improve their language skills.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 01.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
In this course you learn how to conduct business research and create a credible business report. You learn to find reliable and relevant business information, assess it and analyse it critically. You learn to interpret business information and transform it into reports that fulfil the requirements assigned to you. You also practice how to cite different sources which will help you in multiple ways both in your studies and in your working life.
Content
- Business reports
- Credible information
- Hands on practices in finding credible information and creating professional reports
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 22.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After completing the course, you are able to critically evaluate your study progress. You are able to assess your knowledge and competences. You plan your own future in work life and are able to make choices in order to achieve your career goals. You are able to tolerate the uncertainty surrounding your studies and future choices. You understand the importance of well-being and take into account factors affecting your ability to study.
Content
- Short-term study and career planning (e.g. study exchange, internship)
- Selection of complementary studies
- Factors sustaining well-being
- Development discussion (study and career planning, setting goals)
- Information, advice and support
Materials
Moodle
Material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Contact teaching on campus in Joensuu
Completion alternatives
Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.
Student workload
27 hours of student's work
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments) and attendance minimum 80 %.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Required assignments are listed in the course Moodle.
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when the absence limit is exceeded).
Enrollment
13.01.2024 - 11.02.2024
Timing
12.02.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen opiskelijat (Size: 40. Open UAS: 40.)
Groups
-
KAKK24Karelia, Open UAS, All, Spring, 2024
Small groups
- Open UAS students
Content
The Degree Programme in International Business enables students to develop expertise required in global business. The main focus of the studies is on international marketing as a part of successful business. Throughout the studies, students work in cross-cultural teams and develop their professional business expertise. Studying in a multicultural environment in close cooperation with companies develops intercultural communication and interaction skills. BBA graduates work in assistant and expert positions for example in export business, marketing, sales, finance, administration or as entrepreneurs.
Location and time
Spring semester 2024
Course implementation is 100% online.
Materials
Learning material and additional links are published in the Moodle learning environment.
Teaching methods
The Degree Programme in International Business enables students to develop expertise required in global business. The main focus of the studies is on international marketing as a part of successful business. Throughout the studies, students work in cross-cultural teams and develop their professional business expertise. Studying in a multicultural environment in close cooperation with companies develops intercultural communication and interaction skills. BBA graduates work in assistant and expert positions for example in export business, marketing, sales, finance, administration or as entrepreneurs.
During this course, you learn about the BBA studies and the competences the degree gives and especially about the career opportunities a BBA graduates have.
Exam schedules
Independent studying, deadline for assignments is 31 May 2024,
Student workload
2 credits course requires approximately 50 hours of work.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Completion of required assignments published in course Moodle.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
You familiarise with the key concepts of customer behaviour and decision making as well as the steps of a purchase process in both theory and practice. You can apply this knowledge about customer needs and buying behaviour to create a buyer profile. You learn how to describe and analyse customer journeys in developing and enhancing multichannel customer experience, engagement and long-term customer relationships.
Content
- Framework and concepts of customer needs and behaviour analysis
- Elements and influential factors of a purchase process and decision making
- Customer profiling and value creation
- Describing and analysing customer journeys to develop customer experience
- Adopting the gained knowhow in establishing and enhancing customer relationships and marketing effectiveness
Teaching methods
Key learning objectives
- Framework and concepts of customer needs and behaviour analysis
- Elements and influential factors of a purchase process and decision making
- Customer profiling and value creation
- Describing and analysing customer journeys to develop customer experience
- Adopting the gained knowhow in establishing and enhancing customer relationships and marketing effectiveness
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
12.01.2024 - 15.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
During the course you familiarise with different social media channels and Google in marketing perspective. You can set goals to marketing campaigns and choose right channels to achieve the goals. You learn the main tools and marketing channels (eg. Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, Google and SEO) and you are able to apply them in implementing digital marketing activities. This course is a continuation for the course of Customer insight and Customer Experience (3 cr) in this same module.
Content
- Search engine optimisation and marketing (Google, GoogleAd, SEO)
- Marketing in social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Tiktok, etc.)
- Social selling
- Inbound + Outbound = Smartbound
- Analytics and continuous improvement
- Planning a digital marketing campaign and measuring the results
Location and time
Lectures and workshops + intensive week (week 11)
Evaluation scale
H-5
Further information
This course is a continuation for the course of Customer insight and Customer Experience (3 cr) in this same module.
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
21.08.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Mikko Hyttinen
Teacher in charge
Mikko Hyttinen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After completing this course, you are able to take advantage of Karelia's network services, know how to use O365 applications and master the basic use of Office applications.
Content
- Karelia UAS network services and systems
- O365 applications
- Word processing
- Presentation graphics
- Spread sheet
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
12.02.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Teppo Tarnanen
Teacher in charge
Teppo Tarnanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
You understand basic phenomena in an economy, and how different groups of economic actors (consumers, firms, the public sector) interact and influence each other. You understand determination of a market price in the interaction of demand and supply. You understand principles of economic policy (fiscal policy, monetary policy). You understand the importance of internationalisation and globalisation for an open economy such as Finland.
You are able to use the basic concepts of economics accurately. You are able to use the demand and supply framework. You are able to identify different competitive situations in a market. You are able to analyse a current economic situation and trends using relevant indicators and evaluate their impact on a given industry. You are able to search for additional information on the subject matter from relevant sources.
Content
- Basic micro and macro economic phenomena and related terminology
- Functioning of a market
- Demand and supply analysis
- Principles of economic policy (fiscal policy, monetary policy)
- Opportunities and threats of internationalisation and globalisation
- Exchange rate, trade and competitiveness
Teaching methods
Students will familiarise themselves with basic micro and macro economic phenomena, learn to assess their relevance from the point of view of a firm and an industry, and learn to use terminology correctly. Examples of content items: functioning of a market, demand and supply analysis, principles of economic policy (fiscal policy, monetary policy), opportunities and threats of internationalisation and globalisation, competitiveness of a country.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
07.12.2023 - 01.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Saku Mättö
Teacher in charge
Saku Mättö
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you understand the framework of legal system and regulations in Europe and the influence in companies and business environment. More over you will be
familiar with the key legal aspects of data protection, contract law and labour regulations. You can search legal information, is able to interpret the information and can work ethically and responsibly in organizational environment.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Mikko Hyttinen
Teacher in charge
Mikko Hyttinen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you understand the framework of legal system and regulations in Europe and the influence in companies and business environment. More over you will be
familiar with the key legal aspects of data protection, contract law and labour regulations. You can search legal information, is able to interpret the information and can work ethically and responsibly in organizational environment.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
28.02.2024 - 26.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
During this course you learn the process of preparing, organising and implementing a customer event or exhibition. You can apply the appropriate marketing strategies and elements to implement a successful event. You are also able to analyse the results by setting the metrics and evaluating the impact of different marketing and sales strategies and activities to create a successful event.
Content
- Different types of events
- Principles of sustainable event management
- Event planning process and tools
- Setting the targets, strategy and metrics to measure the results
- Sales and marketing tactics and activities for creating seamless customer experience
- Digital marketing activities to support an event and customer engagement
- Planning, monitoring and successfully organising an event
Teaching methods
During this course you learn the process of preparing, organising and implementing a customer event or exhibition. You can apply the appropriate marketing strategies and elements to implement a successful event.
You need to have previous knowledge of marketing or you need to have completed the courses of Introduction to Marketing, Customer Insight and Customer Experience and Digital Marketing or equivalent courses.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 15.03.2024
Timing
21.08.2023 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Pertti Laitinen
Teacher in charge
Pertti Laitinen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
You are able make different calculations of management accounting. You understand basics of business bookkeeping and the content of the financial statements as well as principles of budgeting. Furthermore you are able to connect business operations to a company's profitability, solvency and liquidity.
You will have an understanding of the role of accounting in a company, the basis of management accounting and the content of financial statements.
You are able to produce calculations for the purpose of comparisons and decision-making and read the information of financial statements. You are able to make managerial accounting and financial calculations and understand business operations and their connection with profitability.
Content
- Concepts of corporate calculations
- Financial calculations and corporate planning functions
- Management accounting
- Budgeting system and budgets
- What is management accounting?
- What is financial accounting?
- What do different cost terms mean?
- What is profitability?
- What is traditional product costing?
- What is the content of financial statements?
- The role of accounting
- Basic concepts of business economy and accounting
- Costs and profitability of a product and a service
- Basics of investment calculations
- Business bookkeeping and financial statements
- Decision making using economic calculations and basics of budgeting
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 14.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 01.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate an understanding of the role of finances for business managers and how crucial financial control is in projects implementation. You can demonstrate skills to navigate financial information when making decisions. You are able to understand the financial performance of the company. Moreover, you gain an understanding of how to work with capital.
Content
- Managerial accounting
- Money flows
- Investments
- Budgeting
- Calculations
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Janne Häyrinen
- Johanna Järveläinen
- Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Teacher in charge
Johanna Järveläinen
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
You can pronounce Finnish in an understandable manner. You can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases. You are able to use the basic vocabulary and grammar to express your own ideas in elementary everyday situations. You can ask and answer to basic questions. You are able to tell about yourself and use polite phrases and greetings in everyday situations, e.g. meeting friends, asking about the price and ordering.
Content
- Finnish alphabet, consonants, vowels and diphthongs
- Pronunciation
- Sharing personal information: e.g. name, nationality, language skills, family, hobbies, studies
- Numbers and expressions of time
- Basic grammar: e.g. the word order, the verbtypes and the conjugation of verbs, partitive case, polar questions and common interrogatives
Location and time
The course includes contact teaching and independent study. The presence at the lectures is essential in order to acquire the speaking skills.
Materials
The materials are provided by the teacher in the Moodle environment.
Teaching methods
Targets:
You can pronounce Finnish in an understandable manner. You can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases. You are able to use the basic vocabulary and grammar to express your own ideas in elementary everyday situations. You can ask and answer to basic questions. You are able to tell about yourself and use polite phrases and greetings in everyday situations, e.g. meeting friends, asking about the price and ordering.
The study unit includes:
- Finnish alphabet, consonants, vowels and diphthongs
- Pronunciation
- Sharing personal information: e.g. name, nationality, language skills, family, hobbies, studies
- Numbers and expressions of time
- Basic grammar: e.g. the word order, the verbtypes and the conjugation of verbs, partitive case, polar questions and common interrogatives.
Student workload
52 hours of contact teaching + 83 hours of independent work.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The evaluation is mainly based on the final exam, where speaking, writing, listening and reading skills are tested. Active participation during the lessons, the vocabulary tests and the homework are also stressed.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
15.01.2024 - 03.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Janne Häyrinen
- Martta Rintanen
- Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Teacher in charge
Johanna Järveläinen
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
You can use and understand sentences and frequently used expressions on everyday topics. You can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. You are able to discuss and write about e.g. freetime, your day, travel arrangements and shopping. You are able to give instructions and orders, describe immediate environment and suggest a meeting.
Content
- Expanding vocabulary related to everyday life (e.g. clothes, the looks, housing, basic adjectives, weather, travel arrangements, places)
- Dialogues related to everyday tasks and social life
- Basic grammar: k-p-t-change in verbs and nouns, imperative form, local cases, some noun types
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
written and spoken exam, continuous assessment
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Janne Häyrinen
- Johanna Järveläinen
- Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Teacher in charge
Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
-
IINS22Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2022
Objective
You are able to communicate in various everyday situations and also in elementary working situations in Finnish. You can tell about your work and working environment and make arrangements for meetings. You are able to understand and write simple work-related messages and texts. You are able to communicate at the basic level on work related meetings.
Content
- Work related vocabulary
- Expanding everyday vocabulary (e.g. illnesses, feelings and emotions)
- Ordinal numbers and expressions of time
- Writing an e-mail
- Expanding knowledge of the grammatical structures of Finnish: past tense, object, 3. infinitive, different sentence types (e.g. verb + verb sentences), passive form
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
25.09.2023 - 08.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences Studies
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Teacher in charge
Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä (schedulingGroup) 1 (Size: 20. Open UAS: 20.)
- Pienryhmä (schedulingGroup) 2 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
KAKS23Karelia, Open UAS, All, Fall, 2023
Small groups
- Pienryhmä (schedulingGroup) 1
- Pienryhmä (schedulingGroup) 2
Objective
The course is intended for students whose mother tongue is not Finnish.
The language level of the course is A2.2.
You can
- tell about yourself and your everyday life
- use the Finnish language in customer service situations
- find the main points in short texts and in simple speech
- write short texts
- can distinguish between written and spoken language.
Content
- Everyday communication situations: telling about yourself, expressing your time, various customer service situations, understanding news
- Vocabulary and phrases used in communication situations
- Features and vocabulary of colloquial language
- Grammar at basic level (UNIC 2).
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
You apply the learned theory into practice. You familiarise yourself with the internship organisation, its operations and working practices. You develop your working life skills and degree competences. You create contacts and networks in working life. You acquired knowledge that will help to plan and evaluate future study and career development.
Content
- Learning and development objectives for internship
- Feedback sessions with the employer and supervising teacher
- Internship report
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
05.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences Studies
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Kaija Sankila
Teacher in charge
Kaija Sankila
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen opiskelijat (Size: 10. Open UAS: 10.)
- Tutkinto-opiskelijat (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
LLNS23BBA, Business Economics, Full-time studies, Fall, 2023
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
KAKS23Karelia, Open UAS, All, Fall, 2023
-
IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Small groups
- Open UAS students
- Degree students
Objective
By the end of the course you will have assumed a responsible role both in developing your own skills and as a trusted member of the learning community. You are not afraid of making mistakes and you dare to ask questions if you don't know or understand. You have developed your reasoning and problem-solving skills and found effective ways to achieve the objectives you have been given.
After having completed the course, you are able to pronounce, read, and write German. According to your communicative needs, you apply your language knowledge to basic communicative situations related to introductions and customer services. You are aware of the linguistic conventions and use an appropriate register and structures. You have gained knowledge about German-speaking countries and their cultures. You will be able to reflect on your own language learning in a work-related context, from the point of view of the continuous development of your language skills.
Content
- Pronunciation
- Reading and writing
- Talking about oneself and communicating with others: names, nationality, professions, studies, family and housing
- Wining and dining
- Shopping
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Exam results 50-60%, Moodle assignments completed at level 50-60%, oral tests show preparation and communication is understandable at A1.1 level. Continuous show of skills and working in class is relevant and goal-oriented.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Exam results 70-80%, Moodle assignments completed at 70-80%, oral exams show good preparation and communication is fairly fluent and natural.
Continuous show of skills and working in class is good and committed, assignments are completed on time, demonstrating developing language skills at A1.1 level.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Exam results 80-90%, Moodle assignments completed at 80-90%, oral exams show very good preparation and communication is fluent and natural.
Continuous show of skills and working in class is excellent and committed, assignments are completed on time, demonstrating creative use of language at A1.1 level.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
09.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Kaija Sankila
Teacher in charge
Kaija Sankila
Groups
-
LLNS23BBA, Business Economics, Full-time studies, Fall, 2023
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
By the end of the course you will have assumed a responsible role both in developing your own skills and as a trusted member of the learning community. You are not afraid of making mistakes and you dare to ask questions if you don't know or understand. You have developed your reasoning and problem-solving skills and found effective ways to achieve the objectives you have been given.
After having completed the course you are capable of speaking and writing German in everyday and working life situations. You are able to narrate in the past tense. You have gained knowledge about German-speaking countries and their cultures. You will be able to reflect on your own language learning in a work-related context, from the point of view of the continuous development of your language skills.
Content
- Asking and telling the way
- Giving instructions
- Telephone and hotel phrases
- Weather
- Business and pleasure travel
- Public transport
- Telling about one's career and company
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Exam results 50-60%, Moodle assignments completed at level 50-60%, oral tests show preparation and communication is understandable at A1.2 level. Continuous show of skills and working is relevant and goal-oriented.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Exam results 70-80%, Moodle assignments completed at 70-80%, oral exams show good preparation and communication is fairly fluent and natural.
Continuous show of skills and working is good and committed, assignments are completed on time, demonstrating developing language skills at A1.2 level.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Exam results 80-90%, Moodle assignments completed at 80-90%, oral exams show very good preparation and communication is fluent and natural.
Continuous show of skills and working is excellent and committed, assignments are completed on time, demonstrating creative use of language at A1.2 level.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 08.09.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Kaija Sankila
Teacher in charge
Kaija Sankila
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
-
LLNS22BBA, Business Economics, Full-time studies, Fall, 2022
-
IINS22Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2022
Objective
The aim of the course is to develop professional language skills from level A2 onwards. On completion of the course, you will be able to use German in general oral and written communication situations in working life, using available resources. You will learn the vocabulary of your profession in order to cope with different communication situations in the workplace in accordance with the German working and communication culture.
Content
- Education
- Studying
- Work and leisure
- Job search process
- Small talk
- Expressing opinions
- Customer contacts (e-mail, phone)
- Basic information about the company
- Company presentation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
10.10.2023 - 08.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate an understanding of the impact of globalisation on global trade and how companies can react. You are able to identify the challenges and opportunities that government and politics can create for you and your business. Moreover, you understand the SMEs' internationalisation process and the bases of international operations.
Content
- Evaluation and strategic tools
- Assessing techniques
- Risk analysis
- Creating and capturing value for your business
- Exploring the economic, political and social factors driving change and learning how decisions affect global markets and your business
Materials
Charles Hill, G. Tomas M. Hult "Global Business Today" 2017 or newer edition
Gerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr: International Marketing and Export Management. 2011 or newer edition
Teaching methods
The course helps you understand the impact of globalization on global trade and how companies need to react. From a strategic standpoint, you will Identify the challenges and opportunities that government and politics can create for you and your business. During the course, you will familiarise yourself with the SMEs' internationalization process and the bases of international operations. Special features of multicultural business will also be discussed.
Global Business course helps you assess opportunities, mitigate risk, and create and capture value for your business. Explore the economic, political and social factors driving change and learn how decisions affect global markets and your business.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
12.02.2024 - 19.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you are able to communicate professionally to different audiences, in various business situations, through versatile means of communication, and in different channels.Your speech and writing are linguistically and stylistically accurate and culturally and contextually appropriate.You are aware of the factors that affect global business communication and able to adjust your communication accordingly.
Content
- Audiences, publics and media
- Communication principles for different channels and multi-channel interaction
- Speaking in business: presentations, telephoning, meetings and negotiations
- Business writing: business correspondence and documentation
Materials
The course materials and assignments will be available in Moodle.
Teaching methods
The course includes workshops where spoken and written business communication are practiced and evaluated. There is also an integrated assignment with the course of Professional Sales and Negotiation Skills.
Exam schedules
Students' skills in spoken and written business communication will be assessed in different assignments during the course. The student must submit evidence of his/her business communication skills by the end of the course. There will be another possibility for retake the course in May and another in late August 2024.
Completion alternatives
The student who has the required skills that s/he has acquired through formal studies in a higher education institution or by working in a diverse workplace in international business can apply for RPL. Such a student must contact the teacher in charge of the study unit in advance.
Student workload
Workshops 26 h, e-learning in small groups, in pairs and individually 25 h, self study 24 h, assessment and feedback 6 h
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
continual assessment 20% (active participation in classroom work and submitting Moodle assignments on time),
written assignments compiled into a portfolio 40%, and
evidence-based assessment of spoken communication skills 40% (telephoning, negotiating and meeting skills).
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student is not able to convey the necessary business content to the recipient in a professional manner because of serious grammatical, lexical or stylistic problems that impede understanding. The written messages are not edited and contain typos.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student
- is able to take contextual, relational and cultural aspects into account in both internal and external business communication
- can produce speech and text that is accurate, positive, tactful and effective in the given situation.
- is able to choose the medium, approach and tone that shows professionalism
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 12.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Teppo Tarnanen
Teacher in charge
Teppo Tarnanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After completing this course, you are able to analyse the global division of labour and its impact on business strategy. You can explore the mechanism of exchange rates and its influence on business possibilities and you are capable to find relevant information and analyse the economic business environment of potential markets.
Content
- Theories which explain functioning of the global economy
- Determination of competitive advantages at national and company levels
- Open economy macroeconomics and the present state of the world economy
- Sources of relevant statistical and analytical information
Teaching methods
- Theories which explain functioning of the global economy
- Determination of competitive advantages at national and company levels
- Open economy macroeconomics and the present state of the world economy
- Sources of relevant statistical and analytical information
- Compiling a larger report in groups.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
22.04.2024 - 19.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
5 - 15
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
Location and time
13.-17.5.2024 + online kick-off on week 17
Teaching methods
Blended Internsive Programme including an intensive study week in Belgium 13.-17.5.2024.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.10.2023
Timing
25.10.2023 - 07.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate an understanding of the process of innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, design thinking and critical thinking. You are able to collect the needed information and identified innovation potential. Moreover, you will use creativity techniques for product innovation and critical thinking to compare and evaluate different business ideas. experiments to clear these uncertainties.
Content
- Highly intensive series of workshops
- Different innovative techniques to understand your target customer needs and criteria
- New product concepts
- Simple business experiments based on uncertainty analysis
- Presentations and discussions.
Teaching methods
The course consists of 8 workshops, each being 4 academic hours long. During the course, you will understand entrepreneurial thinking and have the opportunity to develop clear business, product, or service ideas into a concept in cooperation with both students and experts. During workshops, you will have the possibility to not only acquire new skills but use these skills for producing innovative business/ product/service concepts.
Also, we will be able to identify the answers to such interesting questions as:
Time or money?
Is the Earth flat?
What is success?
What is critical thinking?
Should I change my life?
Where's My Million Euros!?
And many other questions and answers!
The objective of the course is to produce concrete business, product and service concepts with the help of diverse group members and experts. During the course, the group works through different phases of the product development and divisions of the business plan. The group works with innovative methods using different practical assignments.
The course provides skills and capabilities to start an innovative business and develop the business further along with fellow students and experts. This gives a possibility to crystallize students’ own business ideas or develop product and service ideas. After passing the course, the student understands the different sections of innovative business. Also, the student has the capability to learn and enforce new product development methods and use these skills for producing innovative business/service entities. The course provides possibilities to learn new skills related to social media and later utilize these skills in business. Possibilities for new network contacts increase during the course.
The student can exploit these capabilities, skills and contacts in the future either as an entrepreneur or as an employee (the mindset of an entrepreneur).
No previous knowledge is required.
Further information
Mandatory attendance for the course 75% (6/8)
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 18.01.2024
Timing
15.03.2024 - 12.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate an understanding of the process of innovation, entrepreneurial thinking, design thinking and critical thinking. You are able to collect the needed information and identified innovation potential. Moreover, you will use creativity techniques for product innovation and critical thinking to compare and evaluate different business ideas. experiments to clear these uncertainties.
Content
- Highly intensive series of workshops
- Different innovative techniques to understand your target customer needs and criteria
- New product concepts
- Simple business experiments based on uncertainty analysis
- Presentations and discussions.
Teaching methods
The course consists of 8 workshops, each being 4 academic hours long. During the course, you will understand entrepreneurial thinking and have the opportunity to develop clear business, product, or service ideas into a concept in cooperation with both students and experts. During workshops, you will have the possibility to not only acquire new skills but use these skills for producing innovative business/ product/service concepts.
Also, we will be able to identify the answers to such interesting questions as:
Time or money?
Is the Earth flat?
What is success?
What is critical thinking?
Should I change my life?
Where's My Million Euros!?
And many other questions and answers!
The objective of the course is to produce concrete business, product and service concepts with the help of diverse group members and experts. During the course, the group works through different phases of the product development and divisions of the business plan. The group works with innovative methods using different practical assignments.
The course provides skills and capabilities to start an innovative business and develop the business further along with fellow students and experts. This gives a possibility to crystallize students’ own business ideas or develop product and service ideas. After passing the course, the student understands the different sections of innovative business. Also, the student has the capability to learn and enforce new product development methods and use these skills for producing innovative business/service entities. The course provides possibilities to learn new skills related to social media and later utilize these skills in business. Possibilities for new network contacts increase during the course.
The student can exploit these capabilities, skills and contacts in the future either as an entrepreneur or as an employee (the mindset of an entrepreneur).
No previous knowledge is required.
Further information
Mandatory attendance for the course 75% (6/8)
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 29.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riitta Hyttinen
Teacher in charge
Riitta Hyttinen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
The aim of the course is to help you understand the Finnish society and to improve your chances of becoming a member of it as quickly as possible. As an ex-pat student, you will have a better chance of integration when you gain a good understanding of how the new society works.
Content
Topics discussed during the course explain how the Finnish society works and tell the story of Finland:
- Functioning and structure of Finnish society
- Values, laws and democratic principles
- Rights and obligations in terms of an individual
- Everyday practices
Location and time
Wärtsilä Campus, weeks 35-43, classes 2 x 2h / week
Materials
Material provided by the teacher (Moodle) and visiting lecturers.
Teaching methods
Contact classes at the campus and visits outside the university 32 h.
Tasks/ reports 46 hours.
Completion alternatives
The course is designed for students who have come to Finland only recently.
If you have settled down in Finland for a long time ago, please, get in touch with the teacher in charge of the course to discuss proof of competence for credit transfer.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Active attendance in contact classes and visits,
written tasks and reports.
Enrollment
03.04.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
13.11.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you understand cultural dimensions that are involved in human interaction in international business contexts. You are aware of your own cultural identity, communication style, behaviour and underlying values, as well as those in your team. You are able to accommodate social and cultural diversity in multicultural teamwork.
Content
- Self-management
- Interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
- Team working skills
- High- and low-context communication
- Verbal & non-verbal communication and etiquette
- Pluri- and multilingualism in international business
Materials
Barmeyer, C, Bausch, M. Mayerhofer, U. 2021. Constructive Intercultural Management. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar Publishing. (where applicable)
Other materials available in Moodle
Teaching methods
Lectures and communication workshops
Completion alternatives
The student who has completed equivalent extent of university studies in intercultural or cross-cultural communication can apply for RPL.
Student workload
18 hours of lectures and workshops, 2 hours for assessment, 20 hours for writing the learning diary and 14 hours of self-study and group tasks
Further information
Workshops require attendance
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The student participates actively in workshops and contributes to group assignments.
The learning diary discusses the course content and topics and includes the student's own ideas and reflection.
The student demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding on the different factors involved in intercultural and interpersonal encounters in an examtest.
Enrollment
03.04.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
13.11.2023 - 08.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you understand cultural dimensions that are involved in human interaction in international business contexts. You are aware of your own cultural identity, communication style, behaviour and underlying values, as well as those in your team. You are able to accommodate social and cultural diversity in multicultural teamwork.
Content
- Self-management
- Interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
- Team working skills
- High- and low-context communication
- Verbal & non-verbal communication and etiquette
- Pluri- and multilingualism in international business
Materials
Barmeyer, C, Bausch, M. Mayerhofer, U. 2021. Constructive Intercultural Management. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar Publishing. (where applicable)
Other materials available in Moodle
Teaching methods
Lectures and communication workshops
Completion alternatives
The student who has completed equivalent extent of university studies in intercultural or cross-cultural communication can apply for RPL.
Student workload
18 hours of lectures and workshops, 2 hours for assessment, 20 hours for writing the learning diary and 14 hours of self-study and group tasks
Further information
Workshops require attendance
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The student participates actively in workshops and contributes to group assignments.
The learning diary discusses the course content and topics and includes the student's own ideas and reflection.
The student demonstrate sufficient knowledge and understanding on the different factors involved in intercultural and interpersonal encounters in an examtest.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
10.01.2024 - 01.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Teacher in charge
Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you understand the different types of workplace diversity (internal, external, organisational and fundamental) and know how they impact intra- and inter-organisational dynamics. You are able to analyse and explain how cultural dimensions, such as power distance, time conceptions or individualism vs collectivism, impact the preferred management and leadership styles, recruitment, planning, decision making and problem-solving. You are able to work in, contribute to and lead an agile and distributed global team. You are able to observe good business ethics and professional code of conduct in studies and work.
Content
- Workplace diversity and cultural dimensions
- Management and leadership styles from the perspective of international and multicultural organisations
- Team management and leadership of agile and distributed global teams
- Global and local values and business ethics
- Code of conduct
Location and time
Wärtsilä Campus
Materials
Barmeyer, C, Bausch, M. Mayerhofer, U. 2021. Constructive Intercultural Management. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar Publishing. (where applicable)
Other materials available in Moodle
Teaching methods
The course contains 14 hours of lectures, 10 hours of compulsory workshops, a two-hour exam, 16 hours of non-scheduled group work and 40 hours of independent self-study
Exam schedules
Will be announced at the start of the course
Completion alternatives
Students who have acquired relevant experience and required practical competence through their work in diverse work communities in international organisations can complete the course by demonstrating their familiarity with the theoretical aspects of intercultural management in an Exam. The RPL Proof of Competence process requires the student to contact the teacher in advance and present testimonials from their previous employers.
Student workload
The course contains 14 hours of lectures, 10 hours of compulsory workshops, 16 hours of non-scheduled group work and 40 hours of independent self-study
Further information
The course on Intercultural Management builds upon the first semester-course on Intercultural Communication, which together with Introduction to Business should be completed prior to Intercultural Management. However, students with corresponding knowledge acquired elsewhere can take this course.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Your knowledge of intercultural management is assessed in an exam, which makes 60% of the final grade. The group work and individual assignments contribute to the final grade by 40%.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student is not able to show sufficient familiarity with the basic theoretical aspects of intercultural management in the exam and/or has not taken part in class discussions or workshops to demonstrate his/her ability to apply theoretical knowledge into case studies and simulations.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student is familiar with the theoretical aspects of intercultural management and has proven his/her knowledge in the exam. The student has been active during the class discussions and workshops and has been able to demonstrate his/her ability to apply theoretical knowledge into case studies and simulations.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
18.03.2024 - 17.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
This course bridges the gap between theory and practice in international business. During this course you study international business in practice by focusing on real life business cases and you learn how to plan and implement a business trip. You familiarise with different competitive factors in creating successful business in domestic and international markets. By active learning methods you are able to gain understanding of how business environment, constant change and customers influence different businesses and their solutions and services.
Content
- Active learning supported by case studies
- Company visits
- Class activities
Teaching methods
This course bridges the gap between theory and practice in international business. During this course you study international business in practice by focusing on real life business. You familiarise yourself with different competitive factors in creating successful business in domestic and international markets. By active learning methods you are able to gain understanding of how business environment, constant change and customer influence different businesses and their solutions and services.
Content
- Active learning supported by case studies
- Company visits
- Class activities
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 19.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you can demonstrate an understanding of the impact of international market research on global trade and company operations. You are able to identify the challenges and opportunities and risks those markets can create for you and your business. Moreover, you understand the need for research to improve the internationalisation process and the bases of international operations.
Content
- Market research and reporting
- Evaluation and strategic tools
- Assessing techniques and risk analysis
Materials
Charles Hill, G. Tomas M. Hult "Global Business Today" 2017 or newer edition
Gerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr: International Marketing and Export Management. 2011 or newer edition
Teaching methods
The course helps you understand the marketing practices of companies seeking market opportunities outside their home country. During the course, you will familiarise yourself with planning effectively for the marketing of consumer and business needs and wants on an international level. From a strategic standpoint, you will identify the importance of viewing marketing management strategies from a global perspective. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing a plan and conducting research, as well as understanding cultural and environmental aspects of international trade and the integration of culture and marketing functions.
International market research course helps you assess opportunities, mitigate risk, and create and capture value for your business. Explore the economic, political and social factors driving change and learn how decisions affect global markets and your business.
Student workload
The work is implemented in a team of max 5 students, resulting in a report of at least 20 pages (max. 30 pages) and a PowerPoint presentation for 20 minutes.
Option for company visits, presentations by industry representatives.
Possible assignments from the companies.
Further information
Inability of the student to meet the given deadlines will result in an instant reduction of the grade according to the following principle: each week reduce the maximum grade by one.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Group work & Group presentation (20%)
Market research report (80%)
The overall grade is based on an assessment by supervisors, company representatives (and students)
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.08.2023
Timing
29.08.2023 - 06.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
You learn the key concepts and framework related to international trade and supply chains. After completing the course, you are able to understand the basics of planning and organising export and import operations. You are able to define the applicable terms of contracts for payments and delivery. You learn the key documentation related to international trade and you are able to explain and describe the export and import process.
Content
- Export and import process and key documentation in international trade
- The elements and key concepts of supply chain logistics
- INTRASTAT statistics and customs clearance
- Terms of delivery (Incoterms) and terms of payments
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
21.08.2023 - 12.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
This course covers an introduction to the world of business and all of its disciplines. After completing this course, you are able to identify the different aspects of business and how they are interconnected. You can explain how a business can achieve its business goals sustainably and you are able to identify and approach an organisation’s main stakeholder groups. You will also be able to name business functions where you would like to specialise in later.
Content
- Basics of business
- Strategy
- Finance
- Marketing and sales
- Research and development
- Information technology
- Human resources
- Communications
- Governance
- Stakeholders
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
23.08.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Iouri Kotorov
Teacher in charge
Iouri Kotorov
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After successfully completing the course, you will understand the importance of strategic marketing planning, decision making, and the value of segmentation, differentiation, target marketing, and positioning opportunities that can be addressed with the proper marketing mix. You are able to understand marketing principles in the context of today’s complex global environment. Moreover, you understand the fundamentals of marketing processes. You are able to define the range of marketing decisions an organisation must make to sell its products and services.
Content
- Marketing concepts building
- Customer value creation
- Segmentation targeting and positioning identification
- Marketing communication and channeling identification
Materials
Philip Kotler, Gary Armstrong, 2013 or newer European edition, Principles of Marketing
Teaching methods
Holistic business understanding, marketing competence, global business competence and skills, ethical competence.
The course familiarizes you with the basic marketing concepts and gives an overall picture of marketing mix decisions. You will learn concepts and tools of customer relationship marketing and will understand the factors that influence consumer buying behaviour. You will apply theoretical marketing studies to different simulation cases.
Core content:
- Marketing Concept
- Creating Customer Value and Satisfaction
- Strategic Planning and the Marketing Process
- Consumer Markets and Consumer Buying Behavior
- Product and Service ConceptProduct Life-Cycle,
- Pricing of Products
- Marketing Communication
Student workload
Contact teaching and Group working 50h, Independent study 55h
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Group work 10%
Group presentations 5%
Group discussion 5%
Activity 10%
Exam 70%
The student's inability to meet the given deadlines will result in an instant reduction of the grade according to the following principle: each week reduces the maximum grade by one.
Enrollment
02.07.2023 - 31.07.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
0 op
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Laura Väistö
Teacher in charge
Laura Väistö
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
Finland is a bilingual country. Therefore, students whose language of instruction at school has been Finnish or Swedish shall demonstrate that they have attained such level of Finnish and Swedish proficiency as required by § 6 of the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003).
A student who has successfully completed the compulsory Swedish courses in his/her degree, will have the following text in his/her degree certificate:
The student has acquired the language skills in Swedish required of state officials functioning in a position requiring a higher education in a bilingual office according to the Act (424/2003, 6 §) with a grade of XXX in written language skills and XXX in spoken language skills (grading scale: satisfactory/good). The student has gained such written and oral skills in the obligatory English language required by the degree programme that are necessary for practising the profession and for further professional development (Decree 1129/2014, 7 § 2). The student has received his/her school education in the Finnish language and completed the maturity test in the Finnish language.
The assessment required by the language act is marked as follows:
good competence = 4
satisfactory competence = 2
No credits can be earned for this implementation.
Content
Finland is a bilingual country. Therefore, students whose language of instruction at school has been Finnish or Swedish shall demonstrate that they have attained such level of Finnish and Swedish proficiency as required by § 6 of the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003).
A student who has successfully completed the compulsory Swedish courses in his/her degree, will have the following text in his/her degree certificate:
The student has acquired the language skills in Swedish required of state officials functioning in a position requiring a higher education in a bilingual office according to the Act (424/2003, 6 §) with a grade of XXX in written language skills and XXX in spoken language skills (grading scale: satisfactory/good). The student has gained such written and oral skills in the obligatory English language required by the degree programme that are necessary for practising the profession and for further professional development (Decree 1129/2014, 7 § 2). The student has received his/her school education in the Finnish language and completed the maturity test in the Finnish language.
The assessment required by the language act is marked as follows:
good competence = 4
satisfactory competence = 2
No credits can be earned for this implementation.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
02.07.2023 - 31.07.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
0 op
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Laura Väistö
Teacher in charge
Laura Väistö
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
Finland is a bilingual country. Therefore, students whose language of instruction at school has been Finnish or Swedish shall demonstrate that they have attained such level of Finnish and Swedish proficiency as required by § 6 of the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003).
A student who has successfully completed the compulsory Swedish courses in his/her degree, will have the following text in his/her degree certificate:
The student has acquired the language skills in Swedish required of state officials functioning in a position requiring a higher education in a bilingual office according to the Act (424/2003, 6 §) with a grade of XXX in written language skills and XXX in spoken language skills (grading scale: satisfactory/good). The student has gained such written and oral skills in the obligatory English language required by the degree programme that are necessary for practising the profession and for further professional development (Decree 1129/2014, 7 § 2). The student has received his/her school education in the Finnish language and completed the maturity test in the Finnish language.
The assessment required by the language act is marked as follows:
good competence = 4
satisfactory competence = 2
No credits can be earned for this implementation.
Content
Finland is a bilingual country. Therefore, students whose language of instruction at school has been Finnish or Swedish shall demonstrate that they have attained such level of Finnish and Swedish proficiency as required by § 6 of the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003).
A student who has successfully completed the compulsory Swedish courses in his/her degree, will have the following text in his/her degree certificate:
The student has acquired the language skills in Swedish required of state officials functioning in a position requiring a higher education in a bilingual office according to the Act (424/2003, 6 §) with a grade of XXX in written language skills and XXX in spoken language skills (grading scale: satisfactory/good). The student has gained such written and oral skills in the obligatory English language required by the degree programme that are necessary for practising the profession and for further professional development (Decree 1129/2014, 7 § 2). The student has received his/her school education in the Finnish language and completed the maturity test in the Finnish language.
The assessment required by the language act is marked as follows:
good competence = 4
satisfactory competence = 2
No credits can be earned for this implementation.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
11.09.2023 - 12.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Olli Hatakka
Teacher in charge
Olli Hatakka
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
The purpose of this course is to develop understanding of the theory and practice of leadership. Leadership skills are the tools, behaviors, and capabilities that a person needs in order to be successful at motivating and directing others. You will be given specific tools and tips so that you will be able to apply them immediately. This course is designed to allow you to develop leadership skills through case studies, class discussions and lectures.
Content
With this course, you will understand the importance of leadership in organising, directing and implementing the activities of various organisations, groups and other operations.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 28.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
- Jarno Mertanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
Objective
After completing this course, you know the basics of lean six sigma and the use of these in business processes. You recognise the potential to enhance workflows and processes in your own environment. You learn to use basic tools and techniques of lean six sigma by using simulation games. You can analyse and solve problems with Lean Six Sigma methods and tools. You also can do systematic development work in business process via six sigma DMAIC-method.
Content
- Lean and Six Sigma principles
- Methods and tools in practice by playing different LEAN simulation games
- Development work and problem solving in business processes and the use of different methods
- Basics of standards ISO 13053-1 and -2
Teaching methods
After completing this course, you know the basics of lean six sigma and the use of these in business processes. You recognise the potential to enhance workflows and processes in your own environment. You learn to use basic tools and techniques of lean six sigma by using simulation games. You can analyse and solve problems with Lean Six Sigma methods and tools. You also can do systematic development work in business process via six sigma DMAIC-method.
We use different simulation games, team challenges and problem solving techniques in the lessons. You also have self-study materials.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
30.10.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Dawid Bunikowski
Teacher in charge
Ulla Asikainen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
You are able to take into account in international trade: 1) the legislative treaties and laws which set frames for transactions in international business 2) business legislation, especially Competition laws in European Union.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 19.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
This course provides you with an overview of central concepts, principles, frameworks and basic tools required for understanding, designing and leading today’s organisations. As you learn and apply the knowledge you have acquired, you are better equipped to deal with some of the complexities and challenges associated with managerial life in organisations and become a better manager.
After completing this course, you are able to determine the basic concepts, issues and theories of organisation, management and leadership. You know how to name the benefits and disadvantages of different organisational structures and how to apply them in different organisations. You are able to evaluate the role of change in modern organisations and identify different leadership styles and justify their impact on organisational behavior. You are also able to take the manager’s perspective on people and organisations.
Content
- Management
- Change
- Organisational behavior
- Organisation structure
- Organsational challenges and approaches in solving them
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 26.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Groups
-
LBNS21Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2021
Objective
Strengthening knowledge and skills in selected areas of International Business.
Content
This study module includes advanced Marketing and Management studies in the field of International Business. Students tailor the contents of the studies based on their interests and career plans. Studies can be accomplished in many ways, for instance by the complementary studies organised by Karelia University of Applied Sciences, by attending courses in partner institutions of Higher Education, as a part of the student exchange or as a different type of projects either for a company or a non-profit organisation. An additional option is the entrepreneurship path, in which students develop own business plan/company. The planning of the contents of these studies as well as approval of the plan takes place in the context of the course Career Planning and Development.
Teaching methods
Advanced level business courses selected by the student (Karelia UAS, study exchange, Campusonline etc.).
Person to contact: Study Counsellor Riikka Kaasinen, riikka.kaasinen@karelia.fi, +358504412229
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
21.08.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.
Content
- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support
Location and time
Contact teaching on campus in Joensuu starting on 21st August 2023.
Materials
Moodle
Material provided by the teacher
Completion alternatives
Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.
Student workload
27 hours of student's work
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments)
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Required assignments are listed in the course Moodle.
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when the absence limit is exceeded).
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge
Riikka Kaasinen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After completing the course, you understand the competences described in the BBA curriculum. You assume responsibility for your studies, professional growth and well-being. You continue to work on your individual study plan. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment.
Content
- Degree specific and general competences
- Time management
- Group work skills
- Factors sustaining well-being
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Information, advice and support
Location and time
Spring semester 2024, Wärtsilä campus
Materials
Moodle and material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Contact teaching, Wärtsilä campus
Completion alternatives
Proof of competence is to be discussed with the teacher before the beginning of the course.
Student workload
27 hours of student work
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass: Completion of required assignments and 80% attendance (or compensatory assignments)
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Completion of required assignments published in course Moodle.
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 05.01.2024
Timing
15.01.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences Studies
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Johanna Järveläinen
- Martta Rintanen
- Kaisa Peuhkurinen
Teacher in charge
Johanna Järveläinen
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen opiskelijat (Size: 25. Open UAS: 25.)
- Tutkinto-opiskelijat (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
-
KAKK24Karelia, Open UAS, All, Spring, 2024
-
IINS22Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2022
Small groups
- Open UAS students
- Degree students
Objective
The course prepares the student for the YKI test. The student will know the structure and the answering technique of the YKI test. The student will be able to:
- find main ideas and key details in speech and text dealing with recurring themes at school, work or leisure
- communicate in the most common everyday situations and in informal conversations.
- use a fairly wide range of everyday vocabulary and some common phrases.
- use a variety of structures and write clear and coherent texts that follow the conventions of the genre.
Content
The course includes:
- reacting in everyday communication situations
- reading and writing a variety of texts at B1 level
- grammar at B1 level: e.g. plurals, tenses, sentence types, object, rections, conjunctions
Location and time
The course starts 15.1. and ends 10.5.2024. There are two online meetings per week on Mondays and on Wednesdays at 12.45-14.15 pm.
Teaching methods
The course covers the grammar, vocabulary and texts that you need to know for the YKI test. The course is online, with two meetings per week.
Student workload
online lessons 58 h
independent study 77 h
Further information
Level: B1
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
assignments and final exam
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
22.01.2024 - 19.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
During the course you learn how to sell and communicate successfully in different situations and to different customers. You are able to describe a sales and negotiation process in b-for-c and b-for-b environments and you learn essential sales techniques. You improve your professional selling, customer communication and negotiation skills in practice and you are able to guide the sales negotiations towards win-win situation.
Content
- Professional sales techniques and skills
- b-for-c vs. b-for-b selling in international business environment
- Customer value creation
- Sales process steps
- Customer segmentation and analysis
- Successful sales negotiations and bidding process
- Value based pricing and sales documentation
Teaching methods
During the course you learn how to sell and communicate successfully in different situations. We use workshops and practical exercises to learn the sales techniques and the process of professional selling. You improve your professional selling, customer communication, both written and verbal, and negotiation skills in practice in a sales negotiation simulation.
This course shares assignments with the Global Business Communication course.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Further information
This course is connected to a course of Global Business Communication in this same module.
Enrollment
15.08.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
09.10.2023 - 08.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Varpumaria Jeskanen
Teacher in charge
Varpumaria Jeskanen
Groups
-
LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
During the course you learn the key elements of successful project planning and you plan how to carry a project from an idea to the conclusion. You understand the process, techniques, methods and tools in leading and running projects effectively. You are able to create a project plan in a project team and work as an active member of a project team. You learn skills in managing projects professionally.
Content
- Key elements of a project planning
- Project management process
- Defining key roles and responsibilities
- Methods, tools and techniques in effective project management
- Risk management in projects
- Professional project plan and presentation
- Evaluation of outcome and teamwork
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
21.08.2023 - 30.04.2024
Timing
01.09.2023 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Virtual portion
3 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
25 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Olli Hatakka
- Mika Pasanen
Teacher in charge
Mika Pasanen
Groups
-
LBNS21Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2021
Objective
You know and are able to use different research- and development methods for your thesis. You are able to plan, implement and report a research- or development project and use quantitative and qualitative methods in data acquisition and analysis.
Content
- Planning, implementing and reporting a research- and practice-based thesis
- Quantitative and qualitative data acquisition and analysis
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Online exam and learning assignments.
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 17.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
-
LBNS21Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2021
Objective
You are able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting.
Content
- Research process
- Academic writing
- Phases of thesis process
Teaching methods
Learning objectives:
After this course, you are able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting. You are also able to start your thesis process.
Contents:
- Research process
- Academic writing
- Phases of thesis process
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
22.01.2024 - 17.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
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LBNS21Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2021
Objective
You are able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting.
Content
- Research process
- Academic writing
- Phases of thesis process
Teaching methods
Learning objectives:
After this course, you are able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting. You are also able to start your thesis process.
Contents:
- Research process
- Academic writing
- Phases of thesis process
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 30.09.2023
Timing
04.09.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Open University of Applied Sciences Studies
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
- Complementary Studies
Teachers
- Janne Häyrinen
- Riitta Hyttinen
Teacher in charge
Riitta Hyttinen
Scheduling groups
- Avoimen opiskelijat (Size: 10. Open UAS: 10.)
- Tutkinto-opiskelijat (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
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KAKS23Karelia, Open UAS, All, Fall, 2023
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IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
Small groups
- Open UAS students
- Degree students
Objective
On completion of the course you can pronounce, read and write (by hand) Russian. You will cope orally with simple and routine situations, for example, introduce yourself and others, and shortly describe your own background and immediate needs. You can answer simple questions about yourself and ask similar questions of others using polite language appropriate to the language culture. You know how to write short, simple messages: a small personal biography, a description of the day's activities, a postcard from your travels and a short description of the services available in the locality. You can understand short, simple written messages on the topics of the course. You understand the core content of short dialogues presented in a clear manner.
Content
You will study and learn the basics of Russian both in class and independently.
In class, you will practice small everyday situations with a partner, in small groups and independently. The activities will strengthen your speaking and listening skills. In addition to face-to-face learning, you will complete weekly reading, writing and information retrieval tasks, where you will apply the skills acquired in face-to-face learning. You will also reflect on your own studying and learning.
Communication activities
- Giving and asking personal details: names, nationality, occupation, age, family, language skills, hobbies, opinions and preferences
- Asking about and describing services and products: availability, location, opening hours, features, prices
- Basic telephone phrases
- Going to the café and making small purchases
- Characteristics of Russian communication culture: using ты/вы, addressing people and using names
Grammar
- Russian alphabet: pronunciation and intonation
- Reading and writing (by hand)
- Gender of nouns and adjectives
- Personal pronouns, possessive pronouns and possessive structure
- Prepositional and accusative singular of nouns
- Singular and plural nominative forms of nouns and adjectives
- Adverbs
- Verb infinitives and present tense
- Verb of motion to go
- Numbers 1-199
- Expressions of time: times (official usage) and days of the week
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 15.12.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 08.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Janne Häyrinen
- Riitta Hyttinen
Teacher in charge
Riitta Hyttinen
Groups
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LLNS23BBA, Business Economics, Full-time studies, Fall, 2023
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TOP23_24Other Complimentary Studies Group Semester 2023-2024
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IINS23Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Management, Full-time Studies, Fall, 2023
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LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
After completing the course, you will be able to cope with simple customer service situations both as an employee and as a tourist/customer. You know how to communicate politely, using appropriate language according to the language culture. You can ask and explain your needs and wishes. You are able to briefly describe services and products. You can answer simple questions and ask similar questions of others. You are able to write short, simple messages: a short description of yourself, your hobbies and preferences, a description of services, a menu, a short itinerary. You understand short simple written messages on the topics of the course. You understand the core content from simple, short, clearly presented conversations.
Content
Topics
- About yourself: hobbies, places you visit, interests and preferences, possessions, past/present/future activities
- Giving directions with the help of a map
- Location of services, opening hours and description
- Public transport and mobility: going, visiting, leaving
- On the phone (basic phrases)
- Telling about the weather
- Shopping situations: at the ticket office and gift shops
- Expressions of time and festive culture: days of the week, months, dates, Finnish and Russian holidays
- Dining at a restaurant
- Numbers -1000
- Features of the Russian communication culture: using ты/ вы, addressing people and using names
Grammar
- Accusative case sg (animate and inanimate nouns, personal pronouns)
- Comparatives and superlatives of adjectives
- Plural of nouns and adjectives
- Modality: can/may; cannot/may not
- Genitive case sg (nouns and personal pronouns)
- Ordinal numbers (nominative)
- Verb preterite (past tense) and (compound) future tense
- Instrumental case (nouns and personal pronouns)
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.04.2023 - 15.04.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 29.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
25 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Laura Väistö
Teacher in charge
Laura Väistö
Groups
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LBNS22Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022
Objective
You are aware of the different ways of learning a language and you are able to use a variety of learning strategies and tools in your language studies. You can communicate in both everyday situations and in professional tasks using the Swedish language. You can tell about yourself, your studies at a university of applied sciences and your future profession in Swedish. You are familiar with the stages of applying for a job and can prepare application documents. You understand the most essential cultural differences between Finnish and Swedish people and see the importance of these differences in intercultural communication. You master the most essential vocabulary related to your future profession and duties and you are able to read professional texts.
Content
- Activating basic vocabulary and structures
- Language learning
- Small talk and everyday use of language
- Telling about yourself
- Work and studies
- Applying for a job
- Cultural differences
- Terminology and texts in the field
Evaluation scale
H-5
Enrollment
01.10.2023 - 31.10.2023
Timing
18.03.2024 - 10.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
30 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Satu Mättö
Teacher in charge
Satu Mättö
Groups
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LBNS23Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023
Objective
This course provides you with an overview of how to build a successful business with an international perspective. The course covers the elements of a profitable service business, and you learn to write a business plan together with your team. You also learn to crystallise the core of your business model with the Business Model Canvas and how to present it to interested parties. As you practice crystallising the core of your business, you will know how to use appropriate business terminology.
After completing this course, you are able to design and present a business model for a successful business. You know how to write a business plan. You are also able to assess the profitability of the business and evaluate potential risks and use relevant business terms.
Content
- Business model
- Business plan
- Profitability measures
- Risk assessment
Teaching methods
This course provides you with an overview of how to build a successful business with an international perspective. The course covers the elements of a profitable service business. You learn how to create a successful business model using Business Model Canvas and how to present it to interested parties. You also learn how create a business plan. As you practice crystallising the core of your business, you also learn how to use appropriate business terminology.
After completing this course, you are able to design and present a business model for a successful business. You know how to write a business plan. As part of the business plan you are also able to assess the profitability and riskiness of a business and how to take that into account in launching your business. You also know how to use relevant business terms in launching new businesses.
Content
- Business model
- Business Model Canvas
- Business plan
- Profitability and risk evaluation
Evaluation scale
H-5