Curricula

Academic year 2020 - 2021

•     Academic English LTB6009-3001 19.10.2020-14.02.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students become aware of their writing skill level at the onset of their studies.
  Students realize the skill level required to write academic papers.
  Students explore the concepts of context, formality, report and essay writing, as well as the basics of argumentation in writing. Students develop their academic vocabulary related to their field of study and can utilize key terms in formal writing.
  Students learn the key elements of sentence and paragraph structure in writing and are able to apply this knowledge towards the composition of a writing portfolio.
  Students are able to compose a formal review by the end of the course and are aware of many of the elements which will be needed in further writing tasks, including the thesis.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures and seminars, literature, writing workshops, independent work and tutorials

  Responsible person

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Teachers

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.10.2020 - 14.02.2021

  Students workload

  24 hours of lectures and workshops, 4 hours of counselling and feedback, 53 hours of independent work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Content scheduling

  Academic reading and vocabulary
  Style, genres and conventions of academic texts
  Essay writing
  Paraphrasing and summarising
  Citation techniques
  Report writing
  Data commentaries
  Presenting a seminar paper and/ or project report

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Accreditation of prior learning: If the student has accomplished Academic English (writing and presentation skills) in higher education establishments (universities), s/he can apply for accreditation of prior learning. However, the student has to demonstrate his/her knowledge and skills in Karelia reporting and thesis instructions.

  The assessment is based on the following:
  Essay 20%
  Summary 10%
  Report 30%
  Presentation 20%
  Continual evaluation 20%

  Mode of delivery

  67% Contact teaching, 33% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Further information for students

  The course requires B1.2 or higher level of English skills. If your skills are not yet sufficient, taking a prep course is highly recommended.

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  The student has not submitted the necessary assignments or given sufficient proof of his/her skills.
  The texts and speech are not comprehensible and there are serious lexical, grammatical or textual problems that inhibit understanding.
  The student does not follow the basic academic conventions, such as citations.
  The student has violated academic integrity, for example, by plagiarising

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student
  - is aware of the academic style and different text types.
  - knows the conventions used in academic texts and is able to use them in his/her writing
  - produces fluent and comprehensible texts and speech for academic audience
  - shows ability to use resources to develop his her skills

•     Affärer i Norden LTB6031-LTB21L1 11.01.2021-16.05.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student* is able to introduce him-/herself in recruitment situations and produce a CV in Swedish: he/she can discuss, express his/her opinion and tell about his/her life and living environment, leisure activities, studying, work experiences and potential work,* uses essential phrases when telephoning, providing information and guidance and when expressing politeness,* introduces a company or an association, its functions, results and profitability, communicates in common customer service situations* understands and interprets business communication and writes basic business letters and emails,* knows the characteristics of culture and business in the Nordic countries.

  Contents

  Activation of basic vocabulary and structures of the Swedish language, everyday conversation skills, basic business vocabulary, current events and phenomena in the society and business, business correspondence: emails and letters, phone call exercises, negotiations, presentations and writing summaries, also self-studies.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Kurssi koostuu kontaktitunneista ja itsenäisestä työskentelystä. Kurssiin kuuluu 30 kontaktituntia, tentti 2h, työelämäsertifikaatin suorittamiseen käytetään 20h, ja lisäksi itsenäistä työskentelyä on 83h. (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Laura Väistö

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Opettajan kokoamaa materiaalia. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Laura Väistö

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Opintojaksosta on kirjallinen ja suullinen tentti opintojakson päätteeksi. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 16.05.2021

  Students workload

  Kurssiin kuuluu 30 kontaktituntia, tentti 2h, työelämäsertifikaatin suorittamiseen käytetään 20h, ja lisäksi itsenäistä työskentelyä on 83h. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Aktiivinen osallistuminen, suulliset ja kirjalliset tehtävät, suullinen esitys, kirjallinen ja suullinen koe. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Business Communication in Finnish LTB6028-LTA20L1 01.09.2020-30.10.2020  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Opiskelijaosaa arvioida omaa viestintäosaamistaan ja osaa hyödyntää saamansa palautettaymmärtää viestinnän prosessit ja viestintätaitojen merkityksen liike-elämässäymmärtää, millaista on tarkoituksenmukainen viestintähaluaa kehittää suomen kielen ja viestinnän taitojaan osana tradenomin ammattitaitoatuntee verkkkoviestinnän erityisominaisuudet ja osaa tuottaa luontevasti ja asianmukaisesesti erilaisia tekstejä verkkoympäristöissäosaa toimia tavoitteellisesti liike-elämän vuorovaikutustilanteissa ja ottaa huomioon muut osallistujatosaa viestiä tradenomin tehtävissä asiantuntijana ammattimaisesti, jäsentyneesti, ymmärrettävästi ja vakuuttavasti sekä kirjallisesti että suullisesti.

  Contents

  Sisältövakuuttava esiintyminen, myyntipuheen eli pitsauksen suunnittelu ja toteutuskirjallinen raportointi ja asiatekstin kirjoittaminenkielenhuoltoverkkoviestintä, verkkokirjoittaminen (blogiteksti), markkinointiviestintä sosiaalisessa mediassakokous- ja palaverikäytänteet.

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  Responsible person

  Jonna Ihanainen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Honkala, P., Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S., Rosenström, A. & Siira-Jokinen, S. 2013. Linkki. Työyhteisön viestintä.

  Teachers

  Jonna Ihanainen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 30.10.2020

  Students workload

  Lähiopetus 32 h, oppimistehtävät 32 h, itsenäinen työskentely ja oppimateriaaleihin tutustuminen 16 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 07.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Business Environment LTB6019-3001 07.01.2021-30.05.2021  7 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module of business environment includes two elements: Economics (5 credits) and Statistical Literacy (2 credits).Economics: The student is able to analysethe relationship between the economic business environment and a company´s performance, to describe principles of the basic economic theory with the help of accurate concepts, to analyse business cycles, to retrieve, express and interpret relevant economic information.Statistical Literacy: Student discovers the use of statistical information for professional and personal decisions,recognises relevant sources of business related data and information, as well as learns to communicate the statistical information, ie. to interpret and present the information in a clear way. The course doesn't cover the statistical methods, for the statistics there will be a specific course.

  Contents

  Economics: Economic choice, Dynamics of business environment, Functioning of the market system. Imperfections of the market and government´s interventions. Determination of business cycles. Money; interest rate and inflation. Stabilisation policy. Structural change of the economy. Environment and society, Sources of economic data and information,Statistical Literacy: Importance of secondary data in business, relevant sources of economic data and information, description of information in professional way, utilisation of Excel in drawing charts.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The module of business environment includes two elements: Economics (5 credits) and Statistical Literacy (2 credits).
  
  Economics: The student recognises the link between the economic business environment and a company´s performance, and is able to describe principles of the basic economic theory with the help of accurate concepts, to analyse business cycles, to retrieve, express and interpret relevant economic information.
  
  Statistical Literacy: Student discovers statistical information for professional and personal decisions,recognises relevant sources of business related data and information, as well as learns to communicate the statistical information, ie. to interpret and present the information in a clear way. The course doesn't cover statistical methods, for which there will be a dedicated course.
  
  Core content
  Economics: Economic choice, Dynamics of business environment, Functioning of the market system. Imperfections of the market and government´s interventions. Determination of business cycles. Money; interest rate and inflation. Stabilisation policy. Structural change of the economy. Environment and society, Sources of economic data and information,
  
  Statistical Literacy: Importance of secondary data in business, relevant sources of economic data and information, description of information in professional way, utilisation of Excel in drawing charts.

  Responsible person

  Ari Stenroos

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Economics: Begg, Fischer & Dornbusch. Economics. McGraw-Hill (any edition), or any introductory text book in economics. Articles and statistical material to be found on the Internet. Handouts published in Moodlerooms..Statistical Literacy: Handout published in Moodlerooms, and other study material to be found in the Internet.

  Teachers

  Ari Stenroos

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.01.2021 - 30.05.2021

  Students workload

  The total workload of 188 hours is devided between elements as follows: Economics totally 135 hours (lectures and exam 46 h, readings and assignment 89 h); Statistical Literacy totally 54 hours (lectures 8 hours and assignment 46h).

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Economics: Written exam.
  
  Statistical Literacy: Group assignment.
  
  In order to pass the course Business Environment, student must participate in 80 % of the classes, and pass both parts of the course.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 65

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 7 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Business IT Skills LTB6010-3001 01.09.2020-31.12.2020  2 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students master the basic and the advanced use of office applications.Students can use the application softwares to produce different typesof documents, workbooks, and presentations.Students are able to take advantage of Karelia's network services, cloud services and social media tools as a part of the study.

  Contents

  Word processingSpread sheetPresentation graphicsKarelia UAS network services and systemsCloud services and social media tools

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  Responsible person

  Mikko Hyttinen

  Teachers

  Mikko Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Business Legislation LTB6017-3001 15.03.2021-30.05.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student understands the Finnish legal system, and is familiar with key elements of contract law, corporate law and labor lawThe student knows how to use valid sources of legal information

  Contents

  Basics in Finnish Contract Law, Corporate Law and Labour Law

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  Responsible person

  Veikko Vauhkonen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Surakka, Aapo (2012): Access to Finnish Law (E-book available on Karelia-Finna)

  Teachers

  Veikko Vauhkonen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Online-exam 23.4.2021 (Details TBA on Moodle)
  Re-exam 17.5.2021 (Details TBA on Moodle, enrollment in advance required)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 30.05.2021

  Students workload

  Guideline:
  Lectures: 16h
  Exam and self-study: 45h
  Individual online assignments: 12h
  Group work: 8h
  Total: 81 hours

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Content scheduling

  Lectures:
  17.3. - 30.3.2021
  Assignments, group work and exam preparation:
  1.4. - 25.4.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Exam 60 %
  Individual online assignments 25 %
  Group work 15 %

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Business in Nordic Countries LTB6029-LTA20L1 21.09.2020-30.11.2020  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

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  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.09.2020 - 30.11.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Career Planning and Development 1 LTB6003-3001 01.09.2020-28.04.2021  2 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - know how to make the best of the services and learning environments provided by your UAS
  - know the curriculum and policies of your degree programme.know the people involved in counselling and how to find support if you need it
  - know the services and activities provided by the student union (POKA)
  - assume responsibility for your studies, professional growth, learning abilities, well-being and coping with studies
  - integrate well with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment
  - know the Degree Regulations of Karelia UAS and conduct yourself as a mature university student observing good manners and best professional practice
  - know the principles and procedures of the recognition of prior learning (RPL)
  understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to create your own individual study plan (ISP)
  - are able to self-reflect and assess your own competences and professional development and understand how development discussions (appraisals) relate to processional practice.

  Contents

  - Curriculum and implementation plans, teaching modes and methods, professional practice, and workplace policies and rules
  - Use of data networks, Karelia.fi, PAKKI student portal, study register, ISP, Moodle, schedules etc.
  - Studies at an institution of higher education, field-specific information on studies, counselling, student welfare officer, social benefits for students, services provided by the third sector organisations such as Lutheran parishes, Library and Information Services, internationalization services and the Student Union POKA
  - Degree Regulations, general principles and policies, and generic and field-specific competences
  - Overview of professional practices and conventions of the field
  - Learning skills, styles and strategies
  - Student autonomy, assessment of personal learning skills and styles
  - Life, time and stress management learning in groups, teams, pairs and in projects
  - Designing an individual study plan (ISP)
  - International students in Finland

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact teaching

  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 28.04.2021

  Students workload

  54 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Assessment criteria & Assignments required:
  Introducing yourself and your culture
  Time management and problem solving skills
  Learning styles and strategies
  Group work assignment
  Filling Development Discussion questionnaire
  Development Discussion
  Active participation in contact teaching and briefings (80%)
  Active participation in grouping exercises provided by student tutors

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Career Planning and Development 2 LTB6020-LTA20L1 01.09.2020-18.12.2020  1 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - are able to track and critically evaluate your progress and set objectives for professional development.know the basics of application and recruitment processes
  - know what is expected from a good employee.are able to assess your own competences and know what kind of work you are capable of doing
  - are able to plan your professional development.

  Contents

  Preparing to practical training and exchange
  Support for finding an internship
  Short term career plan
  Cover letter, CV, video CV
  Development discussions

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 18.12.2020

  Students workload

  27 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Required assignments:
  Preparing yourself for exchange studies outside Finland
  Practical training assignment
  Company visit
  Development Discussion questionnaire
  
  Development Discussions with tutoring teacher
  Active participation (80 % attendance)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Career Planning and Development 3 LTB6040-LTA20L2 11.01.2021-14.05.2021  1 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - are able to track and critically evaluate your progress and set objectives for professional development
  - are able to observe professional practices and principles in studies and act almost as a true professional
  - are able to take care of your wellbeing and understand its importance for the whole learning community
  - are able to maintain your motivation to study and to ask for help and support if there is need
  - are able to allocate time and prioritise things (tasks) so that your studies progress.are able to give constructive feedback.

  Contents

  Development discussion (appraisals) with the teacher tutor.
  Time management
  Assessing and demonstrating (making visible) one´s learning and development needs
  Survey on study wellbeing.

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Required assignments:
  Study plan for 3rd and 4th years (studies, internship, thesis) and for the unfinished courses
  Short-term career plan
  Individual tasks on competences
  Annual student feedback questionnaire
  
  Active attendance (80 %)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Career Planning and Development 4 LTB6043-LTA20L2 01.08.2020-31.05.2021  1 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - can maintain your workability, collaborate with others at work and contribute to the wellbeing of the whole community
  - are able to assess your own competences and to plan your professional development
  - are able to market self and your own competences through various application documents and at personal interviews
  - are able to establish contacts with professionals and know the generic and field-specific professional principles
  - know the trade unions and employer organisations of your industry / field of work.

  Contents

  Applying for a job, recognition of competences and marketing self, preparing for interviews
  Organising and attending company visits, active participation in visits and guest lectures
  Creating contacts to employers, interest groups and stakeholders in the industry
  Getting to know various recruitment methods and recruitment agencies
  Development discussions (appraisals)

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Consumer Behaviour LTB6026-LTA20L1 21.10.2020-18.12.2020  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The aim of this course is to help students to gain understanding of fundamental consumer behavior concepts in both theory and practice. The aim is also to learn how to apply this knowledge to real world marketing management decision making.

  Contents

  Consumer needsInformation searchEvaluation processPurchase decisionPostpurchase decisionInfluence factors of consumer behaviorMarketing stimuli and consumer behaviorEthical questions in consumer behavior

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim of this course is to help students to gain understanding of fundamental consumer behavior concepts in both theory and practice. The aim is also to learn how to apply this knowledge to real world marketing management decision making.

  Responsible person

  Tuija Kainulainen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen, Tuija Kainulainen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2020 - 18.12.2020

  Students workload

  24h lectures, 24h group work, 32h individual work. Total 80h of student work.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 28.08.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Groupwork 50 %, assignments 10 %, continuous assessment based on activity in the class and teamwork 40 %

  Mode of delivery

  34% Contact teaching, 66% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  1 cr

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Elements of Business LTB6007-3001 01.09.2020-31.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to design, write and present a business plan (for a service) based on customers' needs and including a proper assessment of profitability. The student is able to use relevant business terms.

  Contents

  Elements of successful business, Product/service concept, Business plan, Entrepreneurship,Vocabularyof business concepts and terms

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  Responsible person

  Olli Hatakka

  Teachers

  Olli Hatakka, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment

  24.08.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Exhibitions, Shows and Fairs LTB6034-LTB21L1 15.03.2021-02.05.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  This course gives guidance on organizing, preparing, launching and implementing trade fairs. The course provides the step-by-step guidelines to be followed starting from the conception of the project, through the planning, organization and implementation of the event, up to its evaluation. Gives specific examples related to trade fairs, discusses the development of the promotional and communication strategy.

  Contents

  - Fairs, Expositions and Exhibitions- Trade Fair and Market Promotion- Types of Trade Fairs- Guide for Trade Organisers and Participants- How to Organize and Operate a Trade Show- How Trade Shows Work- Trade-show-checklist

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This course gives guidance on organizing, preparing, launching and implementing trade fairs. The course provides the step-by-step guidelines to be followed starting from the conception of the project, through the planning, organization and implementation of the event, up to its evaluation. Gives specific examples related to trade fairs, discusses the development of the promotional and communication strategy.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Student will get complete study material during the course

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Ari Stenroos, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 02.05.2021

  Students workload

  Fair/ exhibition/ show strategy for a fictive/ real company or a productPresentation of a research plan and the report

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Content scheduling

  During this course students develop a fair/ exhibition/ show strategy for a fictive/ real company or a product. The work is implemented in a team of max 5 students, resulting in a report of at least 15 pages (max. 25 pages) and a PowerPoint presentation for 20 minutes.
  
  Option for company visits, presentations by industry representatives.
  
  Possible assignments from the companies.

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Group work & Group presentation (15%)
  Report (85%)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Further information for students

  Core content:
  - Fairs, Expositions and Exhibitions
  - Trade Fair and Market Promotion
  - Types of Trade Fairs
  - Guide for Trade Organisers and Participants
  - How to Organize and Operate a Trade Show
  - How Trade Shows Work
  - Trade-show-checklist

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Financial Calculations LTB6008-3001 01.09.2020-31.12.2020  4 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course provides a student with an understanding of:the role of accounting in a companythe basis of management accountingthe content of financial statementsA student is able to:produce calculations for the purpose of comparisons and decision-makingread the information of financial statementsmake managerial accounting and financial calculationsunderstands business operations and their connection with profitability

  Contents

  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?

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Learning outcomes: A student is able to make different calculations of management accounting. The student understands basics of business bookkeeping and the content of the financial statements, company taxation and value-added taxation as well as principles of budgeting. Furthermore the student is able to connect business operations to a company's profitability, solvency and liquidity.
  Core content: 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, company taxation and value-added taxation and decision making using economic calculations and basics of budgeting.
  Teaching methods: lectures, exercises, assignments and self-study

  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Student will have study material in the Moodle-platform during the course. Supplementary material: Horngren, C., Foster G. & Datar, S. M.: Cost Accounting - a managerial emphasis.

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Pekka Sivonen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Exam will take place at the end of the course.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Students workload

  Contact teaching 40 h, Indipendent study 67 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Finnish 1 LTB6004-3001 07.09.2020-31.12.2020  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student pronounces, reads and writes Finnish in an understandable manner. S/he applies basic vocabulary and grammar to express her/his own ideas in elementary everyday situations (oral and written). S/he can introduce her/himself in Finnish, tell about her/his life and use polite phrases and greetings in everyday situations, such as meeting friends and situations at cafes, restaurants and department stores. S/he can ask and answer basic questions.

  Contents

  Finnish alphabet and pronunciationsharing personal information: names, nationality, occupation, language skills, family, hobbiestalking about the weather conditions, seasons and timesituations at cafes, restaurants and department stores

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen, Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.09.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment

  15.08.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Finnish 2 LTB6012-3001 11.01.2021-07.05.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to communicate in practical everyday situations in Finnish both orally ond writing. S/he is able to talk about freetime and hobbies and make travel arrangements. S/he can tell about the past events.S/he knows how to write short email-messages. S/he understands and is able to give instructions and orders in Finnish.

  Contents

  The course comprises oral and written practise on vocabulary and grammar for elementary everyday situation such as
  - making travel arrangements
  - shopping
  - talking about freetime
  - giving instructions and orders
  - writing short messages.

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 07.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 30.12.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Finnish 3 LTB6021-LTA20L1 01.09.2020-31.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to communicate in various everyday situations and also in elementary business situations in Finnish. S/he can tell about her/his work and working environment andmake arrangements for meetings. S/he is able to understand and write elementary business related messages and texts.

  Contents

  oral practise for elementary business situations, such as telephoning in Finland, attending trade fair, hosting business visits, telling about work and giving company presentationswriting short business-related messages in Finnishsome features of spoken language

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen, Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Students workload

  contact teaching 60 hlearning assignments and self study 73 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Finnish for Students LTP7220-3001 14.09.2020-30.11.2020  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student knows how
  - identify the topics of the discussions -
  - distinguish between written and spoken language
  - to describe oneself, everyday life and competence briefly
  - act in everyday situations
  - find the core issues in short texts
  - write short texts.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required
  A2.2 language proficiency, no certification requirement

  Contents

  -everyday communication situations: telling about oneself, expressing time, understanding the news
  -vocabulary and phrases of everyday communication situations
  -spoken language features and spoken language vocabulary
  -basic level (YKI 2) grammar

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  14.09.2020 - 30.11.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 14.09.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  40% Contact teaching, 60% Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     German 1 LTB6005-3001 10.09.2020-18.12.2020  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed the course, the student is able to pronounce, read and write German. According to his/her communicative needs, s/he applies his language knowlede to basic communcative situations related to introductions and customer services. S/he is aware of the linguistic conventions and uses an appropriate register and structures. S/he knows the German speaking countries in Europe and knows about typical German customs.

  Contents

  Pronunciation, reading and writing, talking about oneself andcommunicating with others: names, nationality, professions, studies,family and housing, wining and dining, shopping

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  Responsible person

  Kaija Sankila

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Netzwerk neu A1.1 Stefanie Dengler, Tanja Mayr-Sieber et al. ISBN:978-3-12-607154-3 (esim Ad libris)
  tai digikirja Netzwerk neu A1.1 - Digitale Ausgabe mit LMS (Kursbuch und Audios/Videos)
  NP00860715401
  suoraan kustantajan sivuilta
  https://www.klett-sprachen.de/netzwerk-neu/r-1/605#reiter=titel
  Pedanetin Verkkokielioppi: ohjeet kirjan hankkimiseen kurssin alussa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Kaija Sankila

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Suomeksi
  Kaksi Moodletenttiä opintojakson aikana (arvioidut tenttiajat vko 44-45 ja vko 50-51).
  1. uusinta n. kahden viikon kuluttua tenttipäivästä EXAMissa
  2. uusinta n. neljän viikon kuluttua tenttipäivästä EXAMissa
  2. tenttiin ei voi osallistua, jos ensimmäinen ei ole hyväksytysti suoritettuna.
  Tentteihin osallistumisen edellytys on Moodle-tehtävien hyväksytty suoritus. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  10.09.2020 - 18.12.2020

  Students workload

  Contact lessons 50h, assignmentes 40 h, independent self study 35 h.

  Enrollment

  24.08.2020 - 10.09.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Opintojakso on mahdollista suorittaa osaamisen näytön kautta, jos opiskelijalla on aiempia saksan opintoja.
  Opiskelijan tulee ottaa yhteyttä vastuuopettajaan (kaija.sankila@karelia.fi), jolloin yksityiskohdista sovitaan yhdessä. (not translated)

  - aktiivinen osallistuminen lähiopetukseen ja jatkuva näyttö
  - moodletehtävät
  - 2 tenttiä (hyväksytyn raja 50%=1)
  - suulliset näytöt (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     German 2 LTB6013-3001 14.01.2021-07.05.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed the course the student is capable of speaking andwriting German in everyday and working life situations. S/he is able tonarrate in the past tense. S/he is acquainted with the German languagearea and its customs.

  Contents

  Asking and telling the way, giving instructions, telephone and hotelphrases, weather, business and pleasure travel, public transport,telling about one's career and company

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  Responsible person

  Kaija Sankila

  Learning material and recommended literature

  - Netzwerk neu A1.2. Kurs- und Übungsbuch mit Audios und Videos - Nidottu, saksa, 2019
  Stefanie Dengler, Tanja Mayr-Sieber, Paul Rusch
  ISBN: 9783126071550
  
  - Pedanetin verkkokielioppi (not translated)

  Teachers

  Kaija Sankila, Anna Karttunen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  - kaksi tenttiä, joissa kaksi uusintamahdollisuutta 31.5. mennessä, joista jälkimmäinen EXAM-ympäristössä.
  - tenttiin osallistumisen edellytyksenä on Moodlen tehtävien hyväksytty suoritus ja suullisten näyttöjen palautus. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.01.2021 - 07.05.2021

  Students workload

  Lähiopiskelu 52h, oppimistehtävät 40 h, itsenäinen työskentely 30h. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  2 kirjallista valvottua moodletenttiä
  suullinen näyttö
  moodle-tehtävät
  aktiivinen osallistuminen tuntityöskentelyyn (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     German 3 LTB6022-LTA20L1 09.09.2020-18.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

  -

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  Responsible person

  Kaija Sankila

  Learning material and recommended literature

  DaF im Unternehmen A2, Kursbuch, KlettRegine Grosser,Claudia Hanke,Viktoria Ilse
  ISBN: 9783126764452

  Teachers

  Kaija Sankila

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Lopputentti joulukuussa.
  Uusintatentti EXAMIssa tammikuun aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  09.09.2020 - 18.12.2020

  Students workload

  Contact lessons 40h., assignments 50 h, independent self study 30 h.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 07.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  80% Contact teaching, 20% Distance learning

  Seats

  10 - 35

  Further information for students

  Opiskelijoilla on mahdollisuus osallistua omakustanteiseen Goethe Pro Työelämän verkkotestiin joulukuun alussa. Ilmoittautuminen lokakuussa Pepissä. Maksu 40€ Karelian opiskelijoilta. (not translated)

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Global Business Communication LTB6033-LTB21L1 08.02.2021-16.04.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to communicate professionally
  - to different audiences
  - in various business situations
  - through versatile means of communication, and
  - in different channels.
  Her/his speech and writing are linguistically and stylistically accurate and culturally and contextually appropriate.
  S/he is aware of the factors that affect business communication and able to adjust his/her communication accordingly.

  Contents

  Audiences, publics and media
  Online interaction
  Speaking in business: presentations, telephoning, meetings and negotiations
  Business Writing: business correspondence and documentation

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course includes workshops where spoken and written business communication will be practiced and evaluated.

  Responsible person

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  The course materials and assignments will be available in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  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.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.02.2021 - 16.04.2021

  Students workload

  Workshops 30 h, e-learning in small groups, in pairs and individually 25 h, self study 20 h, assessment and feedback 6 h

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 17.01.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Alternative learning methods

  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. Before submitting the application in Peppi, the student must contact the teacher in charge of the study unit.

  The final grade is determined by
  
  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).

  Mode of delivery

  67% Contact teaching, 33% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  The student is not able to convey the necessary content in business contexts to the recipient because of serious grammatical, lexical or stylistic problems that impede understanding. The written messages are not edited and contain typos.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  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

•     Global Business Environment LTB6025-LTA20L1 14.09.2020-27.11.2020  4 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to analyse the global division of labour and its impact on business strategy. The student can explore the mechanism of exchange rates and its influence on business possibilities. Student can find relevant information and analyse the economic business environment of potential markets.

  Contents

  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.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Global division of labour and trade flows
  Exchange rates (FOREX)
  Economic policy in global economy (open economy macroeconomics)
  Sources for data and information on global business environment

  Responsible person

  Ari Stenroos

  Learning material and recommended literature

  1) Chapters on Open Economy Macroeconomics, International Trade (and Commercial Policy), International Monetary System and International Finance, and Economic Integration in any textbook on (International) Economics. (roughly 100-150 pages)
  2) Richard Baldwin (2006). Globalisation: the great unbundling(s). Economic Council of Finland. http://appli8.hec.fr/map/files/globalisationthegreatunbundling%28s%29.pdf.
  3) Additional material delivered during the course.

  Teachers

  Ari Stenroos

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.09.2020 - 27.11.2020

  Students workload

  Lectures 22h and exercises 10h, assignments and readings 70h, exam 2h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Written exam.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Hidden Business Champions Spring School 2021 LB10001-3001 29.03.2021-18.04.2021  3 cr +-
  Teaching methods and instruction

  Objectives
  The students:
  • understand how the emerging of a business champion may look like from a cultural and historical perspective.
  • understand how an SME with limited resources is realizing a USP and a market positioning.
  • identify the main challenges for international companies operating in Europe in respect to the social and economic requirements.
  • pre-assess intercultural differences of a European team-setting, respect and utilize these differences productively.
  • relate the success of an organization to its cultural background, the specific environment the organization is embedded to and to key success factors in today's globalized world.
  • use the right information sources and channels to collect, process and manage information in a multilingual environment.
  • cooperate in a multicultural (national and international) professional environment.
  • understand the current reality of the multilingual professional environment and how this affects the professional context.

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Methodology and teaching methods:
  1. Preparatory Assignment/Readings
  Every topic covered in the spring school has its preparatory readings, which are mandatory in order to follow the course and utilize the gained.
  experience at the best.
  2. Online Collaborative Experience
  The spring school is designed towards experience-based learning. Short theoretical highlights/inputs by top managers and scientists will be accompanied by virtual company visits, workshops and a final online assignment for small interculturally diversely structured student-teams, offering a broad variety of challenging possibilities to learn and gain experience.
  3. Group Work: The work is implemented in a group of 4-6 students.
  4. Pre-assignment: March 16, 2021

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  29.03.2021 - 18.04.2021

  Students workload

  Learning materials and recommended literature: Students will get complete study material before and during the course.
  
  Student´s workload: 81 hours: Share of student's workload: Lectures 16h, readings and assignments 65h.

  Enrollment

  25.03.2021 - 02.04.2021

  Evaluation Assessment criteria: Active participation 40%, Assignments 20%, Group work 20%, Group presentation 20%

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Further information for students

  Learning outcomes
  The students:
  • are able to differentiate between various market entry and growth strategies.
  • develop an understanding of online collaboration in multicultural settings, including new methods to see the potential and risks.
  • use the right information sources and channels to collect, process and manage information in a multilingual environment.
  • are capable of identifying key success factors for business growth within and outside the organization.
  • are able to understand the social, micro-and macroeconomic environment of operating business in Europe and know how to identify and interpret relevant statistical material about European countries and its’ business-related data.
  • are able to identify intercultural challenges of working in Europe and develop a set of skills that enables to cope with intercultural differences.

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  1 cr

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Group Member Evaluation (peer feedback): Peer evaluation may be applied.
  
  Assessment Evaluation scale: pass/fail.

•     Innovation Month LTP7129-3001 01.09.2020-30.10.2020  5 cr  (TOP20_21) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student:
  - Understands the process product development based on customer information
  - Can collect information about customer needs, customer criteria and competitors via interviews and surveys
  - Can analyse customer and competitor data for market positioning and innovation potential
  - Can use creativity technicues for product innovation and can critically compare and evaluate different business ideas.
  - Can recognize uncertainties about a business idea and design business experiments to clear these uncertainties

  Contents

  This course is highly intensive series of workshops during which students act as teams and apply different techiniques to understand their target customer needs and criteria. Lessons learned during the workshops are implemented between the workshops. New product concepts are developed based on gathered and analysed customer information. Further, a simple business experiment is design and implemented based on uncertainty analysis.Final presentations are given to a group of visiting experts.

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Heikki Immonen, Iouri Kotorov

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 30.10.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • TOP20_21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Innovation Month LTP7129-3002 25.01.2021-25.02.2021  5 cr  (TOP20_21) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student:
  - Understands the process product development based on customer information
  - Can collect information about customer needs, customer criteria and competitors via interviews and surveys
  - Can analyse customer and competitor data for market positioning and innovation potential
  - Can use creativity technicues for product innovation and can critically compare and evaluate different business ideas.
  - Can recognize uncertainties about a business idea and design business experiments to clear these uncertainties

  Contents

  This course is highly intensive series of workshops during which students act as teams and apply different techiniques to understand their target customer needs and criteria. Lessons learned during the workshops are implemented between the workshops. New product concepts are developed based on gathered and analysed customer information. Further, a simple business experiment is design and implemented based on uncertainty analysis.Final presentations are given to a group of visiting experts.

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.01.2021 - 25.02.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • TOP20_21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Intercultural Communication LTB6016-3001 08.02.2021-14.05.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is aware of the essential cultural factors that affect interpersonal communication and multicultural teamwork. S/he is able to adjust his/her speech and communication style, and accommodate his/her behaviour to converge with a multicultural group.

  Contents

  Basics of intercultural communication. Principles of group dynamics and teamwork.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course includes lectures and reading of some literature. The theoretical knowledge will be assessed in a written exam. Additionally the course includes experiential learning in workshops and pair and small-group assignments. The workshops require active attendance. Additionally, a reflective learning diary (log) is required.

  Responsible person

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials and literature announced at the beginning of the study unit. Course materials available in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  The exam takes place in April. There will be two re-exams in the Exam environment one in May and another in August 2021.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.02.2021 - 14.05.2021

  Students workload

  Contact teaching 50h (includes 20 hours of lectures and 30 hours of workshops), learning assignments 30h, literature 10h, teamwork 10h, self study 30h, Evaluation and feedback 5h. The workshops can be retaken when the course will be implemented again in 2022.

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 17.01.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  The student who has accomplished an equivalent course in a higher education institution may apply for RPL (compensation) in Peppi. Before submitting the application, the student should contact the teacher in charge.

  Mode of delivery

  80% Contact teaching, 20% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  The student has not attended the required workshops and/or has not returned his/her learning diary for assessment. The students has failed the written exam.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student
  - understands the key concepts of intercultural communication and is able to apply them into practice through examples.
  - is aware of the factors that impact intercultural communication and collaboration and can take those factors into account in his/her behavior when working in intercultural teams during the workshops.
  - shows ability to adjust and adapt his/her communication style to be effective in diverse environments.
  - is aware of the layers and facets of his/her own social identities, including cultural identity

•     International Business LTB6030-LTA20L1 01.09.2020-19.10.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course familiarizes the student with the SMEs' internationalization process and bases of international marketing and exporting.Special features of multicultural business will also be discussed. In a small groups students will develop an export project for a fictive company.After the course students should have the knowledge of different stages of export process.

  Contents

  - Internationalization process of SME's- Export behavior- Market entry strategies- Export entry modes- Networking and marketing planning in international context

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2020 - 19.10.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Company Project LTB7001-3002 01.08.2020-31.07.2021  10 cr  (TOP20_21) +-
  Learning objectives

  Development of student's working life competencies

  Contents

  Project work for a company

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • TOP20_21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 10 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Logistics and Legislation LTB6024-LTA20L1 19.10.2020-31.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student is able to take into account in international trade1) the legislativetreaties and laws which set frames for transactions in international business,2)the business legislation, especially the competition law ofthe European Union.Studentis able3) to plan, organise and control export/import operations, such as transportation, inventory maintenance, order processing, purchasing, warehousing, material handling, customer service and product standard.

  Contents

  Sources of the law of international business transactions, settlement of disputes, EU competition law.Supply-chain management, different modes of transportation in export/import, shipping terms, cargo insurance, export and import transportation documents, customs clearance, banking and financial arrangements.

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  Responsible person

  Veikko Vauhkonen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen, Veikko Vauhkonen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Market Research LTB6037-LTB21L1 01.02.2021-04.04.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students learn how to plan and implement a real international marketing research project, and how to write a research report.

  Contents

  International marketing research, report writing and presentation, group work.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Students learn how to plan and implement a real international marketing research project, and how to write a research report.
  
  
  International marketing research, report writing and presentation, group work.

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Student will get complete study material during the course.

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Ari Stenroos, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.02.2021 - 04.04.2021

  Students workload

  International Marketing ResearchPresentation of a research plan and the report

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Content scheduling

  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.

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Group work & Group presentation (15%)
  Market research report (85%)
  
  The overall grade is based on assessment by supervisors, company representatives (and students)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Further information for students

  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.

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Marketing LTB6027-LTA20M1 07.09.2020-05.11.2020  4 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student can create an export/ import plan in a professional way,- recognising the need of economic and cultural information- retriaval of relevant information- design of the export plan taking into account the demand and supply factors, including the legislative framework and logistics, in the context of the product and market area as well as company's resources.

  Contents

  Design of an export/ import plan for a real/ fictive company

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course includes development of an export strategy for a fictive / real company. The work is implemented in a team of max 5 students, resulting in a report of at least 20 pages (max. 21 pages) and a PowerPoint presentation for 10-15 minutes.
  
  The fictive / real companies ought to be SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and engaged in production of goods – not services. The name of the company, the choice of the product and target market can be made on the preferences of each team. A good starting point for the choice of the target country will be the origin of one or more of the team’s foreign members.

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Gerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr, 2008 (or newer edition). International Marketing and Export Management. Financial Times/ Prentice Hall
  Additional material delivered during the course.

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Ari Stenroos

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.09.2020 - 05.11.2020

  Students workload

  Teamwork 84h, team-based consultations 12h, presentations 8h.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Leadership Skills LTB6036-LTB21L1 07.01.2021-14.03.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  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. Students will be given specific tools and tips so that they will be able to apply them immediately.This course is designed to allow students to develop leadership skills through case studies, class discussions and lectures.

  Contents

  -

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  Responsible person

  Olli Hatakka

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Student will get complete study material during the course

  Teachers

  Olli Hatakka

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Students workload

  Group work 5%Presentation 10%Exam 85%

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Let's have a cuppa! Finnish Language Cafe 1 LTP7218-3001 17.09.2020-03.12.2020  2 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand the main points of everyday conversations. You understand easy and simply spoken language. You can participate in the discussion in Finnish. You know the phrases and vocabulary of a everyday conversation.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  no prior studies required
  Finnish language proficiency level A2.1.

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - having coffee
  - on a trip in nature
  - free time
  - Finnish food
  - Finnish holidays
  - studying
  - chatting with friends.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  17.09.2020 - 03.12.2020

  Students workload

  Online meetings 22 h
  independent study and homeworks 32 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • TOP20_21
  • LTBNS20

  Active participation to the discussions and exercises

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  You haven't done all the tasks or you haven't done them as instructed. You have missed 3 or more meetings.

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  You attend all online meetings and do all the exercises and homework according to the instructions. You actively participate in the discussions.

•     Let's have a cuppa! Finnish Language Cafe 1 LTP7218-3002 07.01.2021-31.05.2021  2 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand the main points of everyday conversations. You understand easy and simply spoken language. You can participate in the discussion in Finnish. You know the phrases and vocabulary of a everyday conversation.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  no prior studies required
  Finnish language proficiency level A2.1.

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - having coffee
  - on a trip in nature
  - free time
  - Finnish food
  - Finnish holidays
  - studying
  - chatting with friends.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  You understand the main points of everyday conversations.
  You understand easy and simply spoken language.
  You can participate in the discussion in Finnish.
  You know the phrases and vocabulary of a everyday conversation.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.
  
  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - having coffee
  - on a trip in nature
  - free time
  - Finnish food
  - Finnish holidays
  - studying
  - chatting with friends.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.
  
  Familiarise yourself with the material and vocabulary before the meeting. You participate in all discussions. After each discussion you write a learning diary.

  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  07.01.2021 - 31.05.2021

  Students workload

  - Tapaamiset 22 t + itsenäinen opiskelu ja kotitehtävät 32 t (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 18.01.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • TOP20_21
  • LTBNS20

  Active participation in the discussions and exercises.

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Further information for students

  Entry level: A2.1

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Passed: You attend all online meetings and do all the exercises and homework according to the instructions. You actively participate in the discussions.
  
  Failed: You are absent without a reason. You don't do the exercises and don't participate in the discussions.

•     Managerial Accounting LTB6038-LTA20L1 07.01.2021-31.05.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  A student knows the need of corporate planning inbusiness environment and understands planning concerning all activities in a company. The course provides the student with a wide perspective of planning and control. Furthermore, the student understands how the budgeting process and budgets are linked to overall planning and control system Also financial accounting and investments are linked to budgeting.The student improves his/her knowledge of management accounting and he/she is able to make calculations for planning purposes and how use them to control business.

  Contents

  Concepts of corporate planning, corporate planning functions, planning system,control,cost and management accounting, budgeting system and budgets, financial statements and investments.

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  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.01.2021 - 31.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 45

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Marketing LTB6011-3001 02.09.2020-25.11.2020  9 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course familiarizes the student with the basic concepts of marketing and gives an overall picture of marketing mix decisions. The student knows the concepts and tools of customer relationship marketing, understands the factors that influence consumer buying behavior. The student applies marketing theoretical studies into different fictive cases.

  Contents

  Marketing ConceptCreating Customer Value and SatisfactionStrategic Planning and the Marketing ProcessConsumer Markets and Consumer Buying BehaviorProduct and Service ConceptProduct Life-Cycle,Pricing of ProductsMarketing Communication

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  02.09.2020 - 25.11.2020

  Enrollment

  24.08.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 9 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Organisation and Management LTB6018-3001 15.02.2021-25.04.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student- understands the basic concepts, issues and theories of organisation, management and leadership.- is aware of the benefits and disadvantages of different organisational structures- understands different leadership styles.- manages to analyse link between organisation and external business environment.

  Contents

  The topics explored include structure of organisation, strategy, planning of processes and communication, motivation, control, role of the manager and organisational development, organisational problems and approaches in solving them.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The student- understands the basic concepts, issues and theories of organisation, management and leadership.- is aware of the benefits and disadvantages of different organisational structures- understands different leadership styles.- manages to analyse link between organisation and external business environment.
  
  The topics explored include structure of organisation, strategy, planning of processes and communication, motivation, control, role of the manager and organisational development, organisational problems and approaches in solving them.

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.02.2021 - 25.04.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  60% Contact teaching, 40% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Personal Selling LTB6035-LTB21M1 18.01.2021-11.04.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student understands relevance of good sales work for customers and companies. He understands meaning of social and interaction skills for sales work. Student can come across with different types of customers. He can argue with his customer and guide sales negotiations towards win-win situation.

  Contents

  What is customer orientation? How to create additional value? How to determine customer's demand? How to treate different customer groups? What successful sales process includes?

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures, group work, individual work and exam.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  In Moodle

  Teachers

  Olli Hatakka, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.01.2021 - 11.04.2021

  Students workload

  Distance learning, exercises and individual work 133 hrs.

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  General rules of evaluation in Karelia UAS will be applied.
  Evaluation criteria for grades will be discussed with the students in the beginning of the course.

  Mode of delivery

  40% Contact teaching, 60% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  2 cr

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Project Management LTB6015-3001 01.03.2021-02.05.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is capable of contributing to the planning and implementation of a project.

  Contents

  -

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The student is capable of contributing to the planning and implementation of a project.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.03.2021 - 02.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 31.10.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Contributions in project work, reporting and presentation.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Further information for students

  Core content
  - Project as a tool for business development
  - Design of project plan
  - Main challenges in project work
  - Implementation of a small project in teams

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Research Methods LTB6039-LTB21L1 17.08.2020-31.05.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student knows and is able to use different research- and development methods for her/his thesis. S/he is able toplan, implement and report a research- or development project and use quantitative and qualitative methods in data acquisition and analysis.

  Contents

  Planning, implementing and reporting a research- and practice-based thesis. Quantitative and qualitative data acquisition and analysis.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  In Moodle

  Teachers

  Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  17.08.2020 - 31.05.2021

  Students workload

  Online exam and assignments 78h, feedback 2 h, total hrs 80 = 3 cr.

  Enrollment

  01.08.2020 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Further information for students

  A non-stop online course that the student can complete during its implementation period under the following conditions: The course must be completed before the start of the thesis or at the latest simultaneously with the thesis planning phase. Participation in the course requires that the student has a topic for her/his thesis. Instructions for participating in the course can be found in the IB Thesis Moodle (no key required).

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  2 cr

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Research Seminar LTB6041-LTA20L1 01.08.2020-31.12.2020  3 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student is able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting.

  Contents

  Research process, academic writing, phases of thesis process.

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  Responsible person

  Ari Stenroos

  Teachers

  Ari Stenroos

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Russian 1 LTB6006-3001 15.09.2020-16.12.2020  5 cr  (LTLNS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Pls, see the Finnish version

  Contents

  Pls, see the Finnish version

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lähiopiskelua ryhmän kanssa n. 52 tuntia,
  lisäksi palautettavia etätehtäviä ja itseopiskelua n. 83 tuntia. (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  - Alestalo,M. 2020 tai uudempi. Kafe Piter 1 — venäjää taitotasolle A1. Helsinki: Finn Lectura. Huomaathan, että vain tämä uusittu painos käy.
  -Lisäksi opettajan kokoama Moodle-materiaali. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Syyslukukauden ensimmäiset tenttikerrat sovitaan opintojakson alettua.
  Syksyn 2020 toteutuksen tenttejä voi uusia ja korottaa kevätlukukaudella 2021 kaksi kertaa. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.09.2020 - 16.12.2020

  Students workload

  Opintojakson laajuus on 5 op eli n. 135 tuntia: lähityöskentelyä on n. 52 tuntia, loppu etä- ja itseopiskelua.
  Tapaamisia on pääsääntöisesti 2 x 2 tuntia/ viikko. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTLNS20
  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Mikäli sinulla on aiemmin hankittua vastaavaa osaamista (ks. opintojakson sisältö ja tavoitteet), ota yhteyttä opintojakson opettajaan mahdollista AHOT-osaamisen näyttöä varten. Kerro sähköpostissa, miten ja missä olet opiskellut/ oppinut venäjää ja liitä viestiisi mahdolliset todistukset. (not translated)

  Kolme kirjallista osatenttiä (20 % kukin), suullinen testi (20 %), ns. jatkuva näyttö (20 %).
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista verkkotapaamisiin, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä.
  Opintojakson osittainen suorittaminen ei ole mahdollista. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Osallistut puhetilanteisiin mutta viestintäsi on katkonaista ja hidasta. Yrität kiertää viestintävaikeudet käyttämällä ei-kielellisiä keinoja tai turvautumalla muihin kieliin. Tarvitset runsaasti puhekumppanin apua. Lisäharjoittelu on tarpeen sanaston hallinnan, rakenteiden osaamisen ja ääntämisen parantamiseksi.
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Pystyt puhumaan ymmärrettävästi ja selviydyt kohtalaisesti käsitellyistä tilanteista. Puhekumppanin apu on tarpeen. Viestinnässäsi on ajoittain epäröintiä. Sanaston ja rakenteiden käytössäsi sekä ääntämisessäsi on parannettavaa.
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Pystyt ilmaisemaan itseäsi sujuvasti ja osallistumaan suulliseen keskusteluun käsitellyistä aiheista. Osallistut tilanteisiin aktiivisesti. Osaat käyttää eri tilanteissa sopivaa kieltä ja vaihtelevia idiomaattisia ilmauksia. Ääntämisesi on lähes virheetöntä.
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

•     Russian 2 LTB6014-3001 14.01.2021-07.05.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

  -

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  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.01.2021 - 07.05.2021

  Students workload

  n. 55 tuntia lähityöskentelyä ryhmässä sekä testejä ja palautettan. 80 tuntia ohjattua ja itsenäistä työskentelyä tuntien välillä: perehtymistä materiaaliin, kertaamista, tiedonhankintaa ja valmistautumista testeihin (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 06.01.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Kolme kirjallista tenttiä yht. 60%,
  suullinen testi 20%,
  ns. pitkä näyttö 20%.
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  1 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Russian 3 LTB6023-LTA20L1 10.09.2020-16.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

  -

  ---

  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lähityöskentely ja testit sekä palaute n. 52 tuntia; etä- ja itseopiskelu ja testeihin valmentautuminen n. 81 tuntia.
  
  Mahdollisuuksien mukaan
  -tandemopiskelua venäjänkielisten suomea vieraana kielenä opiskelevien kanssa
  -yritysvierailuja tai vierailijoita työelämästä. (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Opettajan laatima ja kokoama materiaali Moodlessa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Sovitaan opintojakson alettua.
  
  Syksyn 2020 toteutuksen tenttejä voi korottaa tai uusia kaksi kertaa kevään 2021 aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.09.2020 - 16.12.2020

  Students workload

  Lähityöskentely ja testit sekä palaute n. 52 tuntia, 2 x 2 tuntia/ viikko;
  etä- ja itseopiskelu ja testeihin valmentautuminen 81 tuntia. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 20.09.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Alternative learning methods

  Sinulla on mahdollisuus hyväksyttää AHOT-näyttömenettelyn avulla sinulla jo olemassa olevaa, opintojakson osaamistavoitteita vastaavaa osaamistasi.
  
  Varaa mieluummin ennen opintojakson alkua vastuuopettajalta tapaaminen, jossa voitte keskustella AHOT-menettelyn käynnistämisen edellytyksistä. (not translated)

  Kaksi kirjallista testiä (25 % kumpikin), suullinen paritesti (25 %),
  jatkuva näyttö (25 %).
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähiopetukseen, etätehtävien palauttamista sekä kaikkien testien suorittamista hyväksytysti. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Further information for students

  Russian 3 -opintojaksolle ilmoittautuneet opiskelevat KEP7012-3001 Työelämän venäjä -opintojaksolla. (not translated)

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Osallistut puhetilanteisiin mutta viestintäsi on katkonaista ja hidasta. Yrität kiertää viestintävaikeudet käyttämällä ei-kielellisiä keinoja tai turvautumalla muihin kieliin. Tarvitset keskustelussa runsaasti puhekumppanin apua. Lisäharjoittelu on tarpeen sanaston hallinnan, rakenteiden osaamisen ja ääntämisen parantamiseksi.
  
  Olet osallistunut lähityöskentelyyn harvakseltaan ja tehnyt joitain etätehtäviä. Olet suorittanut testit heikoin arvosanoin. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Pystyt puhumaan melko ymmärrettävästi ja selviydyt kohtalaisesti käsitellyistä tilanteista. Puhekumppanin apu on keskustelussa tarpeen. Viestinnässäsi on ajoittain epäröintiä. Sanaston ja rakenteiden käytössäsi sekä ääntämisessäsi on parannettavaa.
  
  Olet osallistunut aktiivisesti lähityöskentelyyn ja tehnyt melkein kaikki etätehtävät. Olet suorittanut testit hyvin arvosanoin. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Pystyt ilmaisemaan itseäsi sujuvasti ja osallistumaan suulliseen keskusteluun käsitellyistä aiheista. Osallistut tilanteisiin aktiivisesti. Osaat käyttää eri tilanteissa sopivaa kieltä ja vaihtelevia idiomaattisia ilmauksia. Ääntämisesi on lähes virheetöntä.
  
  Olet osallistunut aktiivisesti lähiopetukseen ja suorittanut kaikki tai lähes kaikki etätehtävät. Olet suorittanut testit kiitettävästi. (not translated)

•     Sales Excellence in B2B LTP7229-3001 07.04.2021-19.05.2021  5 cr  (TOP20_21) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student understands the characteristics of B2B sales, customer journey and impact of excellent customer experience with partner network in enhancing brand value and customer loyalty. A student learns the phases and importance of a sales process in building, managing and developing successful sales teams knows how to use the Lean tools in continuous improvement of sales work.

  Contents

  Business-to-business sales skills, customer understanding and efficient sales process as key elements for successful sales operations in an organisation. Creating, following and continuously improving the sales processes and best practices in sustaining and advancing the sales productivity and customer value.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Student understands the characteristics of B2B sales, customer journey and impact of excellent customer experience with partner network in enhancing brand value and customer loyalty. The student learns the phases and importance of a sales process in building, managing and developing successful sales teams, as well as knows how to use the Lean tools in continuous improvement of sales work.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Michael J. Webb, Sales Process Excellence

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.04.2021 - 19.05.2021

  Students workload

  Student workload is divided as follows: Lectures and exercises 33h. Individual & group work/readings and written assignments 100 h. On average, the total sum of student workload is 133 h.

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 28.02.2021

  Groups

  • TOP20_21

  Assessment scale: 0-5.
  General evaluation criteria of Karelia UA.S
  Assessment criterias given during the first lecture.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 25

  Further information for students

  Prerequisites to the course are the basics of marketing and basics of selling or equivalent (eg. Personal Selling).

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Thesis, implementation LTB6502-LTA20M1 01.08.2020-18.10.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS17) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to collect and analyse data related to development or research workis able to implement a functional thesis according to professional devolopment casesis able to use research methods related to quantitative research.

  Contents

  The contentcollecting and analysing the research dataimplementing the research on the basis of the commission and plan.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Pakki - Thesis

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Olli Hatakka, Mikko Hyttinen, Teppo Tarnanen, Ari Stenroos, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 18.10.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS17

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Thesis, planning LTB6501-LTB21M1 15.03.2021-31.05.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to compile a realizable thesis plan.

  Contents

  The contentdecision on the topic/commissiontopic presentationestablishing the theory basechoosing the approriate research methodsplan presentation and development on the basis of received feedback.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Pakki - Thesis

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Mikko Hyttinen, Olli Hatakka, Teppo Tarnanen, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Ari Stenroos, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 31.05.2021

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 01.11.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Thesis, reporting LTB6503-LTA20M1 19.10.2020-31.12.2020  5 cr  (LTBNS17) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to compile a formal and coherent repor following the thesis instructions of Karelia UASis able to make reliable conclusions based on the facts and results of his/her researchis able to evaluate his/her own work critically.

  Contents

  The contentcompiling and finalising the report for evalulation and publicationpresenting the research results inResearch Seminarmaturity test.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Pakki - Thesis

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Olli Hatakka, Mikko Hyttinen, Teppo Tarnanen, Ari Stenroos, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.10.2020 - 31.12.2020

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.04.2020

  Groups

  • LTBNS17

  Mode of delivery

  20% Contact teaching, 80% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Virtual proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     What's up today? Finnish Language Cafe 2 LTP7219-3001 08.09.2020-24.11.2020  2 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand different conversations.
  You understand colloquial language and dialect. You can use spoken language phrases.
  You can participate in various discussions in Finnish.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Finnish language proficiency level A2.2 - B1

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - lunch break at work
  - food trends and traditional foods
  - Finnish customs
  - networking and meeting new people
  - teleworking
  - working practices
  - holiday plans.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials on Moodle

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  08.09.2020 - 24.11.2020

  Students workload

  Online meetings 22 h
  Independent study and homework 32 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2020 - 30.09.2020

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • TOP20_21
  • LTBNS20

  Active participation to the discussions and exercises

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  You haven't done all the tasks or you haven't done them as instructed. You have missed 3 or more meetings.

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  You attend all online meetings and do all the exercises and homework according to the instructions. You actively participate in the discussions.

•     What's up today? Finnish Language Cafe 2 LTP7219-3002 07.01.2021-31.05.2021  2 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand different conversations.
  You understand colloquial language and dialect. You can use spoken language phrases.
  You can participate in various discussions in Finnish.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Finnish language proficiency level A2.2 - B1

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - lunch break at work
  - food trends and traditional foods
  - Finnish customs
  - networking and meeting new people
  - teleworking
  - working practices
  - holiday plans.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

  ---

  Teaching methods and instruction

  You understand different conversations.
  You understand colloquial language and dialect. You can use spoken language phrases.
  You can participate in various discussions in Finnish.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.
  
  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - lunch break at work
  - food trends and traditional foods
  - Finnish customs
  - networking and meeting new people
  - teleworking
  - working practices
  - holiday plans.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.
  
  Familiarise yourself with the material and vocabulary before the meeting. You participate in all discussions. After each discussion, you write a learning diary.

  Responsible person

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  07.01.2021 - 31.05.2021

  Students workload

  Meetings 22 t + independent studying and the assignments 32 t.

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 18.01.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • TOP20_21
  • LTBNS20

  Passed: You have familiarised the materials and vocabulary before the meeting. You participate in all discussions. After each discussion, you write a learning diary.

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Work Placement LTB6401-LTB21M1 01.08.2020-31.07.2021  30 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentcombines the expertise acquired in studiesapplies the learned theory into practiceincreases his/her skills related to working life and professional expertisegains more tools to improve and evaluate his/her professonal development.

  Contents

  The contentperformed in international company in Finland or abroadfull-time work of approximately 5-6 monthsblog/work placement diary and reportmust be agreed in advance with the practical training supervisor on the work placement position and the content of the training.

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  1 credit equals 27 hours of student´s work.

  Teachers

  Heikki Immonen, Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Teppo Tarnanen, Ari Stenroos, Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

  Students workload

  1 credit equals 27 hours of student´s work.

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  30 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 30 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Working in Finland LTB6032-LTB21L1 14.01.2021-07.05.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Having completed the course the student understands the rules of Finnish working culture. She is able to avoid conflict situations in the workplace caused by culture collisions.S/he will improve his/her employment possibilities in Finland. The student is thus better prepared to lead an active life in the surrounding society.

  Contents

  Rules of working life and Finnish work culture: presentations by working life representatives & independent studying for Working Life Certificate Career advice for recruitment and employment opportunities: CV, job hunting, getting prepared for a job interview Finnish working life in practice (job shadowing).

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  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  -material provided by the teacher and visiting lecturers
  -ABC of Working Life

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.01.2021 - 07.05.2021

  Students workload

  Presentations and visits by specialists of working life with tasks/ reports 50 hours
  Skills based CV and job application 15 hours
  Independent studying of ABC of Working Life material and test 30 hours
  Job shadowing at a Finnish workplace and report 30 hours

  Enrollment

  01.10.2020 - 13.01.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

Academic year 2021 - 2022

•     Academic English LTB6009-3002 25.10.2021-11.02.2022  3 cr  (LBNS21A) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students become aware of their writing skill level at the onset of their studies.
  Students realize the skill level required to write academic papers.
  Students explore the concepts of context, formality, report and essay writing, as well as the basics of argumentation in writing. Students develop their academic vocabulary related to their field of study and can utilize key terms in formal writing.
  Students learn the key elements of sentence and paragraph structure in writing and are able to apply this knowledge towards the composition of a writing portfolio.
  Students are able to compose a formal review by the end of the course and are aware of many of the elements which will be needed in further writing tasks, including the thesis.

  Contents

  -

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures and seminars, literature, writing workshops, independent study and individual tutorials

  Responsible person

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Teachers

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 11.02.2022

  Students workload

  16 hours of lectures, workshops and a test before Christmas
  6 hours of scheduled text consultation in January
  6 hours of seminar presentations in early February
  52 hours of independent work (some individual counseling provided)
  The total of student's workload is 82h, approximately 2 weeks

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21A

  Alternative learning methods

  Accreditation of prior learning: If the student has accomplished Academic English (writing and presentation skills) in higher education establishments (universities), s/he can apply for accreditation of prior learning. However, the student has to demonstrate his/her knowledge and skills in Karelia reporting and thesis instructions.

  The written assignments and the test make 60% of the final grade
  The spoken presentations make 20% of the final grade
  The course requires active participation in exercises and discussions both in class and in the Moodle environment. The impact of continual assessment on the final grade is 20% (+/-1 grade point).

  Mode of delivery

  67% Contact teaching, 33% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  The student is not able to produce the required assignments on time. S/he does not observe the academic conventions not follow the principles of academic integrity in his/her written and spoken communication. The text or speech s/he produces is difficult to understand because of serious grammatical, lexical, stylistic or logical errors.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student is able to demonstrate his/her academic skills in English in both written and spoken language at least at the B1.2-B2 levels (CEFR). She follows the reporting instructions of Karelia UAS in his/her writing, including the principles of academic integrity. The texts s/he produces are free from major grammatical, lexical, stylistic and logical errors. S/he is able to plan and deliver a presentation on a topic related to his/her field of study. His/her speech is clear and easy to understand.The student uses feedback to advance his/her skills in English.

•     Academic English LTB6009-3003 25.10.2021-11.02.2022  3 cr  (LBNS21B) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students become aware of their writing skill level at the onset of their studies.
  Students realize the skill level required to write academic papers.
  Students explore the concepts of context, formality, report and essay writing, as well as the basics of argumentation in writing. Students develop their academic vocabulary related to their field of study and can utilize key terms in formal writing.
  Students learn the key elements of sentence and paragraph structure in writing and are able to apply this knowledge towards the composition of a writing portfolio.
  Students are able to compose a formal review by the end of the course and are aware of many of the elements which will be needed in further writing tasks, including the thesis.

  Contents

  -

  ---

  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures and seminars, literature, writing workshops, independent study and individual tutorials

  Responsible person

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Teachers

  Kirsi-Marja Toivanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 11.02.2022

  Students workload

  10 hours of lectures, workshops and a test before Christmas
  6 hours of scheduled text consultation in January
  6 hours of seminar presentations in early February
  60 hours of independent work (some individual counseling provided but less than for group LTBNS21A)
  The total of student's workload is 82h, approximately 2 weeks

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21B

  Alternative learning methods

  Accreditation of prior learning: If the student has accomplished Academic English (writing and presentation skills) in higher education establishments (universities), s/he can apply for accreditation of prior learning. However, the student has to demonstrate his/her knowledge and skills in Karelia reporting and thesis instructions.

  The written assignments and the test make 60% of the final grade
  The spoken presentations make 20% of the final grade
  The course requires active participation in exercises and discussions both in class and in the Moodle environment. The impact of continual assessment on the final grade is 20% (+/-1 grade point).

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Failed

  The student is not able to produce the required assignments on time. S/he does not observe the academic conventions not follow the principles of academic integrity in his/her written and spoken communication. The text or speech s/he produces is difficult to understand because of serious grammatical, lexical, stylistic or logical errors.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student is able to demonstrate his/her academic skills in English in both written and spoken language at least at the B1.2-B2 levels (CEFR). She follows the reporting instructions of Karelia UAS in his/her writing, including the principles of academic integrity. The texts s/he produces are free from major grammatical, lexical, stylistic and logical errors. S/he is able to plan and deliver a presentation on a topic related to his/her field of study. His/her speech is clear and easy to understand.The student uses feedback to advance his/her skills in English.

•     Business Communication in Finnish LTB6028-3001 06.09.2021-19.12.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Opiskelijaosaa arvioida omaa viestintäosaamistaan ja osaa hyödyntää saamansa palautettaymmärtää viestinnän prosessit ja viestintätaitojen merkityksen liike-elämässäymmärtää, millaista on tarkoituksenmukainen viestintähaluaa kehittää suomen kielen ja viestinnän taitojaan osana tradenomin ammattitaitoatuntee verkkkoviestinnän erityisominaisuudet ja osaa tuottaa luontevasti ja asianmukaisesesti erilaisia tekstejä verkkoympäristöissäosaa toimia tavoitteellisesti liike-elämän vuorovaikutustilanteissa ja ottaa huomioon muut osallistujatosaa viestiä tradenomin tehtävissä asiantuntijana ammattimaisesti, jäsentyneesti, ymmärrettävästi ja vakuuttavasti sekä kirjallisesti että suullisesti.

  Contents

  Sisältövakuuttava esiintyminen, myyntipuheen eli pitsauksen suunnittelu ja toteutuskirjallinen raportointi ja asiatekstin kirjoittaminenkielenhuoltoverkkoviestintä, verkkokirjoittaminen (blogiteksti), markkinointiviestintä sosiaalisessa mediassakokous- ja palaverikäytänteet.

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  Responsible person

  Jonna Ihanainen

  Teachers

  Jonna Ihanainen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  06.09.2021 - 19.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Business Environment LTB6019-3002 10.01.2022-22.05.2022  7 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module of business environment includes two elements: Economics (5 credits) and Statistical Literacy (2 credits).Economics: The student is able to analysethe relationship between the economic business environment and a company´s performance, to describe principles of the basic economic theory with the help of accurate concepts, to analyse business cycles, to retrieve, express and interpret relevant economic information.Statistical Literacy: Student discovers the use of statistical information for professional and personal decisions,recognises relevant sources of business related data and information, as well as learns to communicate the statistical information, ie. to interpret and present the information in a clear way. The course doesn't cover the statistical methods, for the statistics there will be a specific course.

  Contents

  Economics: Economic choice, Dynamics of business environment, Functioning of the market system. Imperfections of the market and government´s interventions. Determination of business cycles. Money; interest rate and inflation. Stabilisation policy. Structural change of the economy. Environment and society, Sources of economic data and information,Statistical Literacy: Importance of secondary data in business, relevant sources of economic data and information, description of information in professional way, utilisation of Excel in drawing charts.

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  Responsible person

  Teppo Tarnanen

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Teppo Tarnanen, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 65

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 7 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Business IT Skills LTB6010-3002 01.09.2021-10.10.2021  2 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students master the basic and the advanced use of office applications.Students can use the application softwares to produce different typesof documents, workbooks, and presentations.Students are able to take advantage of Karelia's network services, cloud services and social media tools as a part of the study.

  Contents

  Word processingSpread sheetPresentation graphicsKarelia UAS network services and systemsCloud services and social media tools

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  Responsible person

  Mikko Hyttinen

  Teachers

  IB Virtuaali

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2021 - 10.10.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Business in Nordic Countries LTB6029-3001 20.09.2021-14.11.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  On this course the student learns about the laws, rules and regulations that affect citizens of the Nordic Countries. Also the operating framework for companies and other organisations in the Nordic countries is presented.
  
  Through lectures, individual assignments and group work, a comprehensive understanding of Nordic countries as a place to live and work is formed. Finland as one of the Nordic countries and a member of the European Union will become more familiar.
  
  How to work succesfully in the service of a Nordic company is one of the course themes. GDPR, safety, security and equality are also among the topics presented on the course.

  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  J.Morrison: The International Business Environment, Albaum G: International Marketing and Export Management

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 14.11.2021

  Students workload

  Contact teaching 30 hours, project work 15 hours, self study tasks 13 hours, literature and other materials 10 hours, oral presentations 10 hours, assesment and feedback 2 hours. (3 cr = 81 hours of student work load).

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Career Planning and Development 1 LTB6003-3003 30.08.2021-13.05.2022  2 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - know how to make the best of the services and learning environments provided by your UAS
  - know the curriculum and policies of your degree programme.know the people involved in counselling and how to find support if you need it
  - know the services and activities provided by the student union (POKA)
  - assume responsibility for your studies, professional growth, learning abilities, well-being and coping with studies
  - integrate well with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment
  - know the Degree Regulations of Karelia UAS and conduct yourself as a mature university student observing good manners and best professional practice
  - know the principles and procedures of the recognition of prior learning (RPL)
  understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to create your own individual study plan (ISP)
  - are able to self-reflect and assess your own competences and professional development and understand how development discussions (appraisals) relate to processional practice.

  Contents

  - Curriculum and implementation plans, teaching modes and methods, professional practice, and workplace policies and rules
  - Use of data networks, Karelia.fi, PAKKI student portal, study register, ISP, Moodle, schedules etc.
  - Studies at an institution of higher education, field-specific information on studies, counselling, student welfare officer, social benefits for students, services provided by the third sector organisations such as Lutheran parishes, Library and Information Services, internationalization services and the Student Union POKA
  - Degree Regulations, general principles and policies, and generic and field-specific competences
  - Overview of professional practices and conventions of the field
  - Learning skills, styles and strategies
  - Student autonomy, assessment of personal learning skills and styles
  - Life, time and stress management learning in groups, teams, pairs and in projects
  - Designing an individual study plan (ISP)
  - International students in Finland

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact teaching

  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle
  Material provided by teacher

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 13.05.2022

  Students workload

  54 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Alternative learning methods

  Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.

  Required assignments:
  Introducing yourself and your culture
  Karelia Start Kit Moodle
  Tiedonhankinnan perusteet or The Basics of Library Skills
  Time management skills
  Learning strategies
  Group work skills
  Development Discussion
  Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (80%)
  Active participation in grouping events organised by student tutors

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Completion of required assignments

•     Career Planning and Development 2 LTB6020-3001 30.08.2021-17.12.2021  1 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - are able to track and critically evaluate your progress and set objectives for professional development.know the basics of application and recruitment processes
  - know what is expected from a good employee.are able to assess your own competences and know what kind of work you are capable of doing
  - are able to plan your professional development.

  Contents

  Preparing to practical training and exchange
  Support for finding an internship
  Short term career plan
  Cover letter, CV, video CV
  Development discussions

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle
  Material provided by teacher

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Students workload

  27 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course

  Required assignments:
  Preparing yourself for exchange studies outside Finland
  Internship and thesis related assignments
  Company visit
  Development Discussion with tutoring teacher
  Active participation (80 % attendance)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Completion of required assignments

•     Career Planning and Development 3 LTB6040-3002 10.01.2022-13.05.2022  1 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - are able to track and critically evaluate your progress and set objectives for professional development
  - are able to observe professional practices and principles in studies and act almost as a true professional
  - are able to take care of your wellbeing and understand its importance for the whole learning community
  - are able to maintain your motivation to study and to ask for help and support if there is need
  - are able to allocate time and prioritise things (tasks) so that your studies progress.are able to give constructive feedback.

  Contents

  Development discussion (appraisals) with the teacher tutor.
  Time management
  Assessing and demonstrating (making visible) one´s learning and development needs
  Survey on study wellbeing.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact teaching

  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle
  Material provided by teacher

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 13.05.2022

  Students workload

  27 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course

  Required assignments:
  BBA curriculum and the competences
  Recognition of strengths
  Career planning exercises
  Study plan for 3rd study year

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Completion of required assignments

•     Career Planning and Development 4 LTB6043-LTA21L2 23.08.2021-27.05.2022  1 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  You
  - can maintain your workability, collaborate with others at work and contribute to the wellbeing of the whole community
  - are able to assess your own competences and to plan your professional development
  - are able to market self and your own competences through various application documents and at personal interviews
  - are able to establish contacts with professionals and know the generic and field-specific professional principles
  - know the trade unions and employer organisations of your industry / field of work.

  Contents

  Applying for a job, recognition of competences and marketing self, preparing for interviews
  Organising and attending company visits, active participation in visits and guest lectures
  Creating contacts to employers, interest groups and stakeholders in the industry
  Getting to know various recruitment methods and recruitment agencies
  Development discussions (appraisals)

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Non-stop course, independent study

  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Moodle

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 27.05.2022

  Students workload

  27 hours of student's work

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Required assignments:
  Graduation plan
  Exemption from Swedish studies (students with no previous Swedish language studies)
  Recognition of competences, applying for a job, marketing self, preparing for interviews
  Company visit/interview
  Development discussion

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Completion of required assignments

•     Consumer Behaviour LTB6026-3001 06.09.2021-31.10.2021  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The aim of this course is to help students to gain understanding of fundamental consumer behavior concepts in both theory and practice. The aim is also to learn how to apply this knowledge to real world marketing management decision making.

  Contents

  Consumer needsInformation searchEvaluation processPurchase decisionPostpurchase decisionInfluence factors of consumer behaviorMarketing stimuli and consumer behaviorEthical questions in consumer behavior

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim of this course is to gain understanding of fundamental consumer behavior concepts and purchase process in both theory and practice. The students will also learn how to efficiently apply this knowledge about customer needs and buying behaviour in developing customer relationships and customer experience.
  After completing this course the students will be able to describe and use the concept of customer journey in analyzing and developing customer experience.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  06.09.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Students workload

  24h lectures, 24h group work, 32h individual work. Total 80h of student work.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Groupwork 50 %, assignments 10 %, continuous assessment based on activity in the class and teamwork 40 %

  Mode of delivery

  34% Contact teaching, 66% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  1 cr

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Elements of Business LTB6007-3002 14.02.2022-15.05.2022  5 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to design, write and present a business plan (for a service) based on customers' needs and including a proper assessment of profitability. The student is able to use relevant business terms.

  Contents

  Elements of successful business, Product/service concept, Business plan, Entrepreneurship,Vocabularyof business concepts and terms

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  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.02.2022 - 15.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Exhibitions, Shows and Fairs LTB6034-3001 14.03.2022-08.05.2022  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  This course gives guidance on organizing, preparing, launching and implementing trade fairs. The course provides the step-by-step guidelines to be followed starting from the conception of the project, through the planning, organization and implementation of the event, up to its evaluation. Gives specific examples related to trade fairs, discusses the development of the promotional and communication strategy.

  Contents

  - Fairs, Expositions and Exhibitions- Trade Fair and Market Promotion- Types of Trade Fairs- Guide for Trade Organisers and Participants- How to Organize and Operate a Trade Show- How Trade Shows Work- Trade-show-checklist

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  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 08.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Financial Calculations LTB6008-3002 13.09.2021-30.11.2021  4 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course provides a student with an understanding of:the role of accounting in a companythe basis of management accountingthe content of financial statementsA student is able to:produce calculations for the purpose of comparisons and decision-makingread the information of financial statementsmake managerial accounting and financial calculationsunderstands business operations and their connection with profitability

  Contents

  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?

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Basics of accounting. Emphasis on cost accounting.
  The student qets a basic understanding of Financial Statements and Financial Statement analysis.
  Basics of taxation are presented.
  Basic processes of costing and pricing are handled on the course.
  Basics of investment calculations are studied.

  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Students will have study material in the Moodlerooms-platform during the course. Supplementary material: Horngren, C., Foster G. & Datar, S. M.: Cost Accounting - a managerial emphasis.

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 30.11.2021

  Students workload

  Lectures and exercises 30 h, Self-study 74 h, Exam 3 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Finnish 1 LTB6004-3002 30.08.2021-17.12.2021  5 cr  (LBNS21, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student pronounces, reads and writes Finnish in an understandable manner. S/he applies basic vocabulary and grammar to express her/his own ideas in elementary everyday situations (oral and written). S/he can introduce her/himself in Finnish, tell about her/his life and use polite phrases and greetings in everyday situations, such as meeting friends and situations at cafes, restaurants and department stores. S/he can ask and answer basic questions.

  Contents

  Finnish alphabet and pronunciationsharing personal information: names, nationality, occupation, language skills, family, hobbiestalking about the weather conditions, seasons and timesituations at cafes, restaurants and department stores

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The student pronounces, reads and writes Finnish in an understandable manner. S/he applies basic vocabulary and grammar to express her/his own ideas in elementary everyday situations (oral and written). S/he can introduce her/himself in Finnish, tell about her/his life and use polite phrases and greetings in everyday situations, such as meeting friends and situations at cafes, restaurants and department stores. S/he can ask and answer basic questions.
  
  The course includes contact teaching and independent study. The presence at the lectures is essential in order to acquire the speaking skills.

  Responsible person

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  The materials are provided by the teacher in the Moodle environment.

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Students workload

  52 hours of contact teaching + 83 hours of independent work.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Alternative learning methods

  AHOT-exam possible, if previous knowledge of Finnish language. Please, contact the teacher.

  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.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Finnish 3 LTB6021-3001 01.09.2021-10.12.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is able to communicate in various everyday situations and also in elementary business situations in Finnish. S/he can tell about her/his work and working environment andmake arrangements for meetings. S/he is able to understand and write elementary business related messages and texts.

  Contents

  oral practise for elementary business situations, such as telephoning in Finland, attending trade fair, hosting business visits, telling about work and giving company presentationswriting short business-related messages in Finnishsome features of spoken language

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  01.09.2021 - 10.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Finnish for Students LTP7220-3002 13.09.2021-17.12.2021  5 cr  (TOP21_22, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student knows how
  - identify the topics of the discussions -
  - distinguish between written and spoken language
  - to describe oneself, everyday life and competence briefly
  - act in everyday situations
  - find the core issues in short texts
  - write short texts.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required
  A2.2 language proficiency, no certification requirement

  Contents

  -everyday communication situations: telling about oneself, expressing time, understanding the news
  -vocabulary and phrases of everyday communication situations
  -spoken language features and spoken language vocabulary
  -basic level (YKI 2) grammar

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The student participates in an online course. He does assignments and responds to other students. The student participates in online lectures, watches videos and reads materials and literature. The student takes online exams. Performance cannot be equated to a general language test result (YKI).
  
  The student knows how
  - identify the topics of the discussions -
  - distinguish between written and spoken language
  - to describe oneself, everyday life and competence briefly
  - act in everyday situations
  - find the core issues in short texts
  - write short texts.
  
  The course includes:
  -everyday communication situations: telling about oneself, expressing time, understanding the news
  -vocabulary and phrases of everyday communication situations
  -spoken language features and spoken language vocabulary
  -basic level (YKI 2) grammar.

  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  The materials used in the course Moodle.

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 13.09.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22
  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Mode of delivery

  40% Contact teaching, 60% Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 40

  Further information for students

  A2.2 language proficiency, no certification requirement.

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     German 1 LTB6005-3002 09.09.2021-16.12.2021  5 cr  (LBNS21, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed the course, the student is able to pronounce, read and write German. According to his/her communicative needs, s/he applies his language knowlede to basic communcative situations related to introductions and customer services. S/he is aware of the linguistic conventions and uses an appropriate register and structures. S/he knows the German speaking countries in Europe and knows about typical German customs.

  Contents

  Pronunciation, reading and writing, talking about oneself andcommunicating with others: names, nationality, professions, studies,family and housing, wining and dining, shopping

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  Responsible person

  Kaija Sankila

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Netzwerk neu A1.1 Stefanie Dengler, Tanja Mayr-Sieber et al. ISBN:978-3-12-607154-3 (esim Ad libris)
  tai digikirja Netzwerk neu A1.1 - Digitale Ausgabe mit LMS (Kursbuch und Audios/Videos)
  NP00860715401
  suoraan kustantajan sivuilta
  https://www.klett-sprachen.de/netzwerk-neu/r-1/605#reiter=titel
  Pedanetin Verkkokielioppi: ohjeet kirjan hankkimiseen kurssin alussa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Kaija Sankila

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Suomeksi
  Kaksi Moodletenttiä opintojakson aikana (arvioidut tenttiajat vko 44-45 ja vko 50-51).
  1. uusinta n. kahden viikon kuluttua tenttipäivästä EXAMissa
  2. uusinta n. neljän viikon kuluttua tenttipäivästä EXAMissa
  2. tenttiin ei voi osallistua, jos ensimmäinen ei ole hyväksytysti suoritettuna.
  Tentteihin osallistumisen edellytys on Moodle-tehtävien hyväksytty suoritus. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  09.09.2021 - 16.12.2021

  Students workload

  Contact lessons 50h, assignmentes 40 h, independent self study 35 h.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Alternative learning methods

  Opintojakso on mahdollista suorittaa osaamisen näytön kautta, jos opiskelijalla on aiempia saksan opintoja.
  Opiskelijan tulee ottaa yhteyttä vastuuopettajaan (kaija.sankila@karelia.fi), jolloin yksityiskohdista sovitaan yhdessä. (not translated)

  - aktiivinen osallistuminen lähiopetukseen ja jatkuva näyttö
  - moodletehtävät
  - 2 tenttiä (hyväksytyn raja 50%=1)
  - suulliset näytöt (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     German 3 LTB6022-3001 20.09.2021-15.12.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

  -

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lähiopetus ma ja ke klo 16.15-17.45 (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Kaija Sankila

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Opettajan materiaali
  E-oppi Saksan kielioppi verkossa, joka on hankittu jo German 1 -opintojaksolle. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Kaija Sankila

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Kaksi moodle-tenttiä
  Uusintatentti EXAMIssa tammikuun aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 15.12.2021

  Students workload

  Contact lessons 40h., assignments 50 h, independent self study 35 h.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  80% Contact teaching, 20% Distance learning

  Seats

  10 - 35

  Further information for students

  Opiskelijoilla on mahdollisuus osallistua omakustanteiseen Goethe Pro Työelämän verkkotestiin joulukuun alussa. Ilmoittautuminen lokakuussa Pepissä. Maksu 40€ Karelian opiskelijoilta. (not translated)

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

•     Global Business Environment LTB6025-3002 30.08.2021-19.12.2021  4 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to analyse the global division of labour and its impact on business strategy. The student can explore the mechanism of exchange rates and its influence on business possibilities. Student can find relevant information and analyse the economic business environment of potential markets.

  Contents

  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.

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  Responsible person

  Teppo Tarnanen

  Teachers

  Teppo Tarnanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 19.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Innovation Month LTP7129-3003 30.08.2021-03.10.2021  5 cr  (TOP21_22) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student:
  - Understands the process product development based on customer information
  - Can collect information about customer needs, customer criteria and competitors via interviews and surveys
  - Can analyse customer and competitor data for market positioning and innovation potential
  - Can use creativity technicues for product innovation and can critically compare and evaluate different business ideas.
  - Can recognize uncertainties about a business idea and design business experiments to clear these uncertainties

  Contents

  This course is highly intensive series of workshops during which students act as teams and apply different techiniques to understand their target customer needs and criteria. Lessons learned during the workshops are implemented between the workshops. New product concepts are developed based on gathered and analysed customer information. Further, a simple business experiment is design and implemented based on uncertainty analysis.Final presentations are given to a group of visiting experts.

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Yuliya Krasylnykova

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 03.10.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Business LTB6030-3001 06.09.2021-31.10.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course familiarizes the student with the SMEs' internationalization process and bases of international marketing and exporting.Special features of multicultural business will also be discussed. In a small groups students will develop an export project for a fictive company.After the course students should have the knowledge of different stages of export process.

  Contents

  - Internationalization process of SME's- Export behavior- Market entry strategies- Export entry modes- Networking and marketing planning in international context

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course of International Business offers global business understanding and skills especially through studies of successful business factors and marketing.
  
  
  The course familiarizes the student with the SMEs' internationalization process and bases of international marketing and exporting.
  Special features of multicultural business will also be discussed. In small groups, students will develop an export project for a fictive company.
  After the course, students should have knowledge of different stages of the export process.
  
  Core content:
  - Internationalization process of SME's
  - Export behavior
  - Market entry strategies
  - Export entry modes
  - Networking and marketing planning in an international context

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Gerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr, 2008. International Marketing and Export Management. Financial Times/ Prentice HallorGerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr, 2011. International Marketing and Export Management. Financial Times/ Prentice HallorGerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr, 2016. International Marketing and Export Management. Pearson

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Yuliya Krasylnykova

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  06.09.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Students workload

  Contact teaching and export project consultations 40h
  Group work 10h
  Independent study (case studies, reading study materials, etc.) 85h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Group work 5%
  Group presentations 5%
  Group discussion 5%
  Activity 5%
  Exam 80%
  
  
  The 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.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Company Project LTB7001-3003 01.08.2021-31.07.2022  10 cr  (TOP21_22) +-
  Learning objectives

  Development of student's working life competencies

  Contents

  Project work for a company

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  Responsible person

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Teachers

  Riikka Kaasinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 10 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Logistics and Legislation LTB6024-3001 11.10.2021-05.12.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student is able to take into account in international trade1) the legislativetreaties and laws which set frames for transactions in international business,2)the business legislation, especially the competition law ofthe European Union.Studentis able3) to plan, organise and control export/import operations, such as transportation, inventory maintenance, order processing, purchasing, warehousing, material handling, customer service and product standard.

  Contents

  Sources of the law of international business transactions, settlement of disputes, EU competition law.Supply-chain management, different modes of transportation in export/import, shipping terms, cargo insurance, export and import transportation documents, customs clearance, banking and financial arrangements.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course is divided into two parts: the first part is is concentrating in supply chain management and international logistics activities. The second part is dealing with the legal grounds and documentations of international trade.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Teachers' materials and available literature and online sources.

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen, Yuliya Krasylnykova

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.10.2021 - 05.12.2021

  Students workload

  Student workload is 135 h in total, 5 cr.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     International Marketing LTB6027-3001 04.10.2021-05.12.2021  4 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student can create an export/ import plan in a professional way,- recognising the need of economic and cultural information- retriaval of relevant information- design of the export plan taking into account the demand and supply factors, including the legislative framework and logistics, in the context of the product and market area as well as company's resources.

  Contents

  Design of an export/ import plan for a real/ fictive company

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course includes development of an export strategy for a fictive / real company. The work is implemented in a team of max 5 students, resulting in a report of at least 20 pages (max. 21 pages) and a PowerPoint presentation for 10-15 minutes.
  
  The fictive / real companies ought to be SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and engaged in production of goods – not services. The name of the company, the choice of the product and target market can be made on the preferences of each team. A good starting point for the choice of the target country will be the origin of one or more of the team’s foreign members.

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Gerald Albaum, Edwin Duerr, 2008 (or newer edition). International Marketing and Export Management. Financial Times/ Prentice Hall
  Additional material delivered during the course.

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Yuliya Krasylnykova

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.10.2021 - 05.12.2021

  Students workload

  Teamwork 84h, team-based consultations 12h, presentations 8h.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 4 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Lean Six Sigma in Business Processes LB10002-3001 04.10.2021-10.12.2021  5 cr  (TOP21_22) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students knows the basics of lean six sigma and the use of these in business processes. Student recognizes the potential to enhance workflows and processes in his/her own environment. Students learn to use basic tools and techniques of lean six sigma by using simulation games. Student can analyze and solve problems with Lean Six Sigma methods and tools. Also students can do systematic development work in business process via six sigma DMAIC-method.

  Contents

  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.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim is to learn the principles of Lean and Six Sigma by playing different LEAN simulation games. The course will introduce different methods and tools that can be used in development work and problem solving in company's business processes. The course will also give knowledge of the basics of standards ISO 13053-1 and -2.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Lecturer notes, given articles. Standard ISO 13053- 1 and -2, given book chapters, video links.

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen, Jarno Mertanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.10.2021 - 10.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  0 - 30

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Let's have a cuppa! Finnish Language Cafe 1 LTP7218-3003 30.09.2021-16.12.2021  2 cr  (TOP21_22, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand the main points of everyday conversations. You understand easy and simply spoken language. You can participate in the discussion in Finnish. You know the phrases and vocabulary of a everyday conversation.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  no prior studies required
  Finnish language proficiency level A2.1.

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - having coffee
  - on a trip in nature
  - free time
  - Finnish food
  - Finnish holidays
  - studying
  - chatting with friends.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

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  Responsible person

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Teachers

  Kaisa Peuhkurinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  30.09.2021 - 16.12.2021

  Students workload

  online meetings 24 h
  self studying 30 h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22
  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  You attend all online meetings and do all the exercises and homeworks according to the instructions. You actively participate in the discussions.

•     Managerial Accounting LTB6038-3001 10.01.2022-22.05.2022  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  A student knows the need of corporate planning inbusiness environment and understands planning concerning all activities in a company. The course provides the student with a wide perspective of planning and control. Furthermore, the student understands how the budgeting process and budgets are linked to overall planning and control system Also financial accounting and investments are linked to budgeting.The student improves his/her knowledge of management accounting and he/she is able to make calculations for planning purposes and how use them to control business.

  Contents

  Concepts of corporate planning, corporate planning functions, planning system,control,cost and management accounting, budgeting system and budgets, financial statements and investments.

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  Responsible person

  Pertti Laitinen

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Pertti Laitinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 45

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Marketing LTB6011-3002 23.08.2021-14.11.2021  9 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The course familiarizes the student with the basic concepts of marketing and gives an overall picture of marketing mix decisions. The student knows the concepts and tools of customer relationship marketing, understands the factors that influence consumer buying behavior. The student applies marketing theoretical studies into different fictive cases.

  Contents

  Marketing ConceptCreating Customer Value and SatisfactionStrategic Planning and the Marketing ProcessConsumer Markets and Consumer Buying BehaviorProduct and Service ConceptProduct Life-Cycle,Pricing of ProductsMarketing Communication

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Holistic business understanding, marketing competence, global business competence and skills, ethical competence.
  
  
  The course familiarizes the student with the basic concepts of marketing and gives an overall picture of marketing mix decisions. The student knows the concepts and tools of customer relationship marketing, understands the factors that influence consumer buying behavior. The student applies marketing theoretical studies into different fictive 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

  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Philip Kotler, Gary Armstrong, 2013 or newer european edition, Principles of Marketing

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 14.11.2021

  Students workload

  Contact teaching and consultations 90h,Presentations 15h,Group working 45h,Independent study 90h

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Group work 10%
  Group presentations 5%
  Group discussion 5%
  Activity 10%
  Exam 70%
  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.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 9 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Organisation and Management LTB6018-3002 24.01.2022-20.03.2022  5 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student- understands the basic concepts, issues and theories of organisation, management and leadership.- is aware of the benefits and disadvantages of different organisational structures- understands different leadership styles.- manages to analyse link between organisation and external business environment.

  Contents

  The topics explored include structure of organisation, strategy, planning of processes and communication, motivation, control, role of the manager and organisational development, organisational problems and approaches in solving them.

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  Responsible person

  Iouri Kotorov

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, IB Virtuaali

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  60% Contact teaching, 40% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Orientation to complementary studies KA10001-3001 01.08.2021-31.07.2022  3 cr  (TOP21_22, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  • You will receive support for starting and completing your complementary studies
  • You know how to use Karelia UAS`s electronic studying systems
  • You know the study methods of a Finnish university
  • You will find courses that suit you in the Karelia UAS`s study offerings
  • You can utilize guidance for job search and study planning
  • You can compare your skills and previous studies with a Finnish university degree

  Contents

  ¤ Karelia UAS electronic studying systems (Moodle, email, schedules)
  ¤ Orientation to Karelia UAS`s studies
  ¤ Personal guidance meetings; preliminary counselling meeting and study plan meeting with the counsellor
  ¤ The process of recognising competences
  ¤ Counselling meetings during the studies
  ¤ Job search workshops

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  Teachers

  Hannele Niskanen

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment

  02.07.2021 - 31.07.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22
  • AVO21_22

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Degree Programmes

  Open University of Applied Sciences Studies, Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Personal Selling LTB6035-3001 10.01.2022-31.03.2022  5 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student understands relevance of good sales work for customers and companies. He understands meaning of social and interaction skills for sales work. Student can come across with different types of customers. He can argue with his customer and guide sales negotiations towards win-win situation.

  Contents

  What is customer orientation? How to create additional value? How to determine customer's demand? How to treate different customer groups? What successful sales process includes?

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  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 31.03.2022

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Project Management LTB6015-3002 11.10.2021-05.12.2021  5 cr  (LBNS21) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student is capable of contributing to the planning and implementation of a project.

  Contents

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim of the course is to build competence in leading a project. The students learn the process, tools and skills in scoping, planning and implementing a project work. During the course the students will build a project plan by adapting and using the project management techniques, processes and tools systematically.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  To be found in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Iouri Kotorov, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Yuliya Krasylnykova

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.10.2021 - 05.12.2021

  Students workload

  Work load of 134 hours comprises lectures 20 hours, seminars 14 hours and independent project work 100 hours.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Research Methods LTB6039-3001 01.09.2021-31.05.2022  3 cr  (LTBNS20) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student knows and is able to use different research- and development methods for her/his thesis. S/he is able toplan, implement and report a research- or development project and use quantitative and qualitative methods in data acquisition and analysis.

  Contents

  Planning, implementing and reporting a research- and practice-based thesis. Quantitative and qualitative data acquisition and analysis.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Teachers

  Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2021 - 31.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS20

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 45

  Further information for students

  A non-stop online course. Available from September to May. More information: IB Thesis Moodle.

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  2 cr

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Research Seminar LTB6041-LTA21L1 30.08.2021-31.05.2022  3 cr  (LTBNS19) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student is able to plan, implement and report research through writing and presenting.

  Contents

  Research process, academic writing, phases of thesis process.

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  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 31.05.2022

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 27.08.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS19

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Russian 1 LTB6006-3002 09.09.2021-17.12.2021  5 cr  (LBNS21, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Pls, see the Finnish version

  Contents

  Pls, see the Finnish version

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lähiopiskelua ryhmän kanssa n. 52 tuntia,
  lisäksi palautettavia etätehtäviä ja itseopiskelua n. 83 tuntia. (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  - Alestalo,M. 2020 tai uudempi. Kafe Piter 1 — venäjää taitotasolle A1. Helsinki: Finn Lectura. Huomaathan, että vain tämä uusittu painos käy.
  -kirjan äänite Otso-sovelluksessa
  -Lisäksi opettajan kokoama Moodle-materiaali. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Syyslukukauden ensimmäiset tenttikerrat sovitaan opintojakson alettua.
  Syksyn 2020 toteutuksen tenttejä voi uusia ja korottaa kevätlukukaudella 2021 kaksi kertaa. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  09.09.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Students workload

  Opintojakson laajuus on 5 op eli n. 135 tuntia: lähityöskentelyä on n. 52 tuntia, loppu etä- ja itseopiskelua.
  Tapaamisia on pääsääntöisesti 2 x 2 tuntia/ viikko. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Alternative learning methods

  Mikäli sinulla on aiemmin hankittua vastaavaa osaamista (ks. opintojakson sisältö ja tavoitteet), ota yhteyttä opintojakson opettajaan mahdollista AHOT-osaamisen näyttöä varten. Kerro sähköpostissa, miten ja missä olet opiskellut/ oppinut venäjää ja liitä viestiisi mahdolliset todistukset. (not translated)

  Kolme kirjallista osatenttiä (20 % kukin), suullinen testi (20 %), ns. jatkuva näyttö (20 %, osallistuminen lähitapaamisiin, etätehtävien palauttaminen, itseopiskelu).
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista verkkotapaamisiin, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä.
  Opintojakson osittainen suorittaminen ei ole mahdollista. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Osallistut puhetilanteisiin mutta viestintäsi on katkonaista ja hidasta. Yrität kiertää viestintävaikeudet käyttämällä ei-kielellisiä keinoja tai turvautumalla muihin kieliin. Tarvitset runsaasti puhekumppanin apua. Lisäharjoittelu on tarpeen sanaston hallinnan, rakenteiden osaamisen ja ääntämisen parantamiseksi. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Pystyt puhumaan ymmärrettävästi ja selviydyt kohtalaisesti käsitellyistä tilanteista. Puhekumppanin apu on tarpeen. Viestinnässäsi on ajoittain epäröintiä. Sanaston ja rakenteiden käytössäsi sekä ääntämisessäsi on parannettavaa. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Pystyt ilmaisemaan itseäsi sujuvasti ja osallistumaan suulliseen keskusteluun käsitellyistä aiheista. Osallistut tilanteisiin aktiivisesti. Osaat käyttää eri tilanteissa sopivaa kieltä ja vaihtelevia idiomaattisia ilmauksia. Ääntämisesi on lähes virheetöntä. (not translated)

•     Russian 3 LTB6023-3001 16.09.2021-17.12.2021  5 cr  (IINS20, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  -

  Contents

  -

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lähityöskentely ja testit sekä palaute n. 52 tuntia; etä- ja itseopiskelu ja testeihin valmentautuminen n. 81 tuntia.
  
  Mahdollisuuksien mukaan
  -tandemopiskelua venäjänkielisten suomea vieraana kielenä opiskelevien kanssa
  -yritysvierailuja tai vierailijoita työelämästä. (not translated)

  Responsible person

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Opettajan laatima ja kokoama materiaali Moodlessa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Hyttinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Sovitaan opintojakson alettua.
  
  Syksyn 2021 toteutuksen tenttejä voi korottaa tai uusia kaksi kertaa kevään 2022 aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  16.09.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Students workload

  Lähityöskentely ja testit sekä palaute n. 52 tuntia, 2 x 2 tuntia/ viikko;
  etä- ja itseopiskelu ja testeihin valmentautuminen 81 tuntia. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • IINS20
  • LTBNS20

  Alternative learning methods

  Sinulla on mahdollisuus hyväksyttää AHOT-näyttömenettelyn avulla sinulla jo olemassa olevaa, opintojakson osaamistavoitteita vastaavaa osaamistasi.
  
  Varaa mieluummin ennen opintojakson alkua vastuuopettajalta tapaaminen, jossa voitte keskustella AHOT-menettelyn käynnistämisen edellytyksistä. (not translated)

  Kaksi kirjallista testiä (25 % kumpikin), suullinen paritesti (25 %),
  jatkuva näyttö (25 %).
  
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähiopetukseen, etätehtävien palauttamista sekä kaikkien testien suorittamista hyväksytysti. (not translated)

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Further information for students

  Russian 3 -opintojaksolle ilmoittautuneet opiskelevat KEP7012-3001 Työelämän venäjä -ryhmässä. (not translated)

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Osallistut puhetilanteisiin mutta viestintäsi on katkonaista ja hidasta. Yrität kiertää viestintävaikeudet käyttämällä ei-kielellisiä keinoja tai turvautumalla muihin kieliin. Tarvitset runsaasti puhekumppanin apua. Lisäharjoittelu on tarpeen sanaston hallinnan, rakenteiden osaamisen ja ääntämisen parantamiseksi.
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Pystyt puhumaan ymmärrettävästi ja selviydyt kohtalaisesti käsitellyistä tilanteista. Puhekumppanin apu on tarpeen. Viestinnässäsi on ajoittain epäröintiä. Sanaston ja rakenteiden käytössäsi sekä ääntämisessäsi on parannettavaa.
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Pystyt ilmaisemaan itseäsi sujuvasti ja osallistumaan suulliseen keskusteluun käsitellyistä aiheista. Osallistut tilanteisiin aktiivisesti. Osaat käyttää eri tilanteissa sopivaa kieltä ja vaihtelevia idiomaattisia ilmauksia. Ääntämisesi on lähes virheetöntä.
  Hyväksytty suoritus edellyttää aktiivista osallistumista lähityöskentelyyn, etätehtävien suorittamista sekä kirjallisten tenttien ja suullisen paritestin läpäisemistä. (not translated)

•     Sales Excellence in B2B LTP7229-3002 11.04.2022-15.05.2022  5 cr  (TOP21_22) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student understands the characteristics of B2B sales, customer journey and impact of excellent customer experience with partner network in enhancing brand value and customer loyalty. A student learns the phases and importance of a sales process in building, managing and developing successful sales teams knows how to use the Lean tools in continuous improvement of sales work.

  Contents

  Business-to-business sales skills, customer understanding and efficient sales process as key elements for successful sales operations in an organisation. Creating, following and continuously improving the sales processes and best practices in sustaining and advancing the sales productivity and customer value.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Student understands the characteristics of B2B sales, customer journey and impact of excellent customer experience with partner network in enhancing brand value and customer loyalty. The student learns the phases and importance of a sales process in building, managing and developing successful sales teams, as well as knows how to use the Lean tools in continuous improvement of sales work.

  Responsible person

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Michael J. Webb, Sales Process Excellence

  Teachers

  Varpumaria Jeskanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.04.2022 - 15.05.2022

  Students workload

  Student workload is divided as follows: Lectures and exercises 33h. Individual & group work/readings and written assignments 100 h. On average, the total sum of student workload is 133 h.

  Enrollment

  01.10.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22

  Assessment scale: 0-5.
  General evaluation criteria of Karelia UA.S
  Assessment criterias given during the first lecture.

  Mode of delivery

  Contact teaching

  Seats

  10 - 25

  Further information for students

  Prerequisites to the course are the basics of marketing and basics of selling or equivalent (eg. Personal Selling).

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Thesis, implementation LTB6502-LTA21M1 01.08.2021-18.10.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to collect and analyse data related to development or research workis able to implement a functional thesis according to professional devolopment casesis able to use research methods related to quantitative research.

  Contents

  The contentcollecting and analysing the research dataimplementing the research on the basis of the commission and plan.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Pakki - Thesis

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Olli Hatakka, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 18.10.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     Thesis, reporting LTB6503-LTA21M1 19.10.2021-31.12.2021  5 cr  (LTBNS18) +-
  Learning objectives

  The studentis able to compile a formal and coherent repor following the thesis instructions of Karelia UASis able to make reliable conclusions based on the facts and results of his/her researchis able to evaluate his/her own work critically.

  Contents

  The contentcompiling and finalising the report for evalulation and publicationpresenting the research results inResearch Seminarmaturity test.

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  Responsible person

  Mika Pasanen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Pakki - Thesis

  Teachers

  Pertti Laitinen, Iouri Kotorov, Olli Hatakka, Varpumaria Jeskanen, Mika Pasanen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.10.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.04.2021

  Groups

  • LTBNS18

  Mode of delivery

  20% Contact teaching, 80% Distance learning

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  R&D proportion

  5 cr

  Virtual proportion

  4 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  International Business (BB) (not translated)

•     What's up today? Finnish Language Cafe 2 LTP7219-3003 13.09.2021-17.12.2021  2 cr  (TOP21_22, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  You understand different conversations.
  You understand colloquial language and dialect. You can use spoken language phrases.
  You can participate in various discussions in Finnish.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Finnish language proficiency level A2.2 - B1

  Contents

  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - lunch break at work
  - food trends and traditional foods
  - Finnish customs
  - networking and meeting new people
  - teleworking
  - working practices
  - holiday plans.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  You understand different conversations.
  You understand colloquial language and dialect. You can use spoken language phrases.
  You can participate in various discussions in Finnish.
  The course has been created in Simhe Path project and its goal is to develop language skills needed in working life.
  
  Discussion on different topics, for example:
  - lunch break at work
  - food trends and traditional foods
  - Finnish customs
  - networking and meeting new people
  - teleworking
  - working practices
  - holiday plans.
  Studying the materials and learning vocabulary and phrases.
  
  Familiarise yourself with the material and vocabulary before the meeting. You participate in all discussions. After each discussion, you write a learning diary.

  Responsible person

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials are provided by the teacher in the Moodle.

  Teachers

  Johanna Järveläinen

  Campus

  Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Students workload

  Meetings 22 t + independent studying and the assignments 32 t.

  Enrollment

  01.04.2021 - 30.09.2021

  Groups

  • TOP21_22
  • LBNS21
  • IINS21

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programmes

  Degree Programme in International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Kielten ja viestinnän opetus (KVO) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria, approved/failed

  Passed: You have familiarised the materials and vocabulary before the meeting. You participate in all discussions. After each discussion, you write a learning diary.