Business EnglishLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: LTL6020
Credits
3 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
Responsible person
- Kirsi-Marja Toivanen
Objective
The students know how to tell about their education and work experience in English and they are able to sell and promote their expertise in an international setting.
At the end of the course, the students are familiar with the central business terminology in English.
The students can apply the terminology and knowledge of the business environment when presenting a business in speaking and writing.
In addition, the students can search for and understand information in sources in English and are able to tell the main points based on reading or listening.
The students can use language aids, such as dictionaries.
Content
Applying for work and marketing your strengths and skills in an international business environment (Eg CV and Job Application, job interview, video resume). Central vocabulary in business English (vocabulary on businesses and work, organisation structures, operations, reorganisation and the international business environment. Basics in Information search and reporting.
Qualifications
Secondary school studies. Required skills in English: at the minimum, skills level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). The entry-level skills are tested at the beginning of studies.