Introduction to RussiaLaajuus (5 op)

Osaamistavoitteet

The student familiarizes him/herself with various phases in the development of Russian history and is able to summarize them in order to understand the complexities of the present.The student gains some insight into the economic geography of the Russian Federation. By the end of the course, s/he will have a basic understanding of the present political, economic and social situation in Russia, a grasp of the factors impacting the economic performance of Russia and of the economic importance of primary resources.

Sisältö

Independent studying of Russian history and comparing it to the history of the student's home country.Introduction to social, political, and economic issues related to contemporary Russia. Development of industrial and natural resource complexes and their influence to the economic trends and policies