Introduction to Intercultural Encounters (5 cr)
Code: KEP7060-3005
General information
- Enrollment
- 01.04.2022 - 09.09.2022
- Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
- 19.09.2022 - 18.11.2022
- Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO)
- Campus
- Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3
- Teaching languages
- English
- Seats
- 20 - 40
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Economics
Evaluation scale
H-5
Content scheduling
The course is organized by Karelia UAS in cooperation with University of Eastern Finland. The minimum amount of students is 20 in order for the course to take place.
1. Kick-off
2. Mid meeting
3. Final meeting
Objective
On completion of the course the studentunderstands the basic concepts and perspectives of intercultural encounters (e.g. identity, cross-cultural vs. intercultural and emic vs. etic perspectives)is aware of the cultural dimensions relevant for professional interaction (concept of time, individualism-collectivism, and hierarchy)is able to retrieve, process and critically evaluate information regarding immigration, diversity, non-discrimination and equityreflects on his/her own starting points and developmental needs regarding intercultural encounters at work
Content
the key concepts and theoretical frameworks for intercultural studiesdiversity in groups and in societythe challenges of expats and immigrants (incl. visits and/or visitors)intercultural encounters in professional settingsintercultural competence and global literacy
Location and time
Lessons 6 h, independent study 129 h
Materials
Available in the online learning environment.
Teaching methods
On completion of the course
you understand the basic concepts and perspectives of intercultural encounters.
You are aware of the cultural dimensions relevant for professional interaction (concept of time, individualism-collectivism, and hierarchy).
You are able to retrieve, process and critically evaluate information regarding immigration, diversity, non-discrimination and equity.
You are able to reflect on your own starting points and developmental needs regarding intercultural encounters at work
Core contents:
1) the key concepts and theoretical frameworks for intercultural studies
2) diversity in groups and in society
3) the challenges of expats and immigrants
4) intercultural encounters in professional settings
5) getting to know a new culture and increasing intercultural competences
Written assignments: online assignments
International connections
The course is implemented in English and is also intended for exchange students of Karelia UAS and UEF.