Study guide
Please select the curriculum by the start year of studies and competence track.
Markku Rajala
Distance learning
All needed study material will be presented during the course in the Optima
online studies
Evaluation contains three elements:
1. Exercises & Small Group Meetings: All exercises must be done and returned to Optima & Memos on group meetings returned to Optima: Grade fail/pass. Prerequisite to get evaluated!
2. Quizzs: Grade 1-5 (weight x1)
3. Final Case: Grade 1-5 (weight x3)
English
16.01.2020 - 15.04.2020
02.12.2019 - 31.01.2020
0 - 45
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
none
Final assignment on the last week of the course
Video lectures 10%
Exercises 25%
Quizs 5%
Group meetings 20%
Final assignment 40%
the nature, functions, scope and principles of accounting
income statement and balance sheet
management accounting, budgeting, analysing
Course size: 5 ECTS
Course consist 5 separate themes
CVP & Pricing
Financial Planning
Working Capital
Capital Budgeting
Financial Analysis
Each theme consists: introduction material (videos & printed), exercises, small group meetings
Each theme is evaluated by quizz (graded 1-5)
At the end of the course is the final assignment where is tested all 5 themes (graded 1-5)
Exercises not done or not participated in small group mtgs
or
quizzs not passed (0)
or
final case not passed (0) (not translated)
Exercises done & approved.
Quizzs passed with grade 1-2
Final case is done according to specifiacations
Exercises done & approved.
Quizzs passed
Final case is done according to specifiacations and student shows how theory is connected with case data and giving reasons behind (own thinking)
Exercises done & approved.
Quizzs passed
Final case is done according to specifiacations and student shows how theory is connected with case data and giving reasons behind (own thinking)
And for overall student shows deeper expertise in the case and is able apply real case data
Otieno Mbare
Dr. Otieno Mbare
Distance learning
e-learning tools, discussions, team work, and presentations
The grading system is between 1 - 5 where:
1 = Mediocre, 2 = Satisfactory, 3 = Good, 4 = Very good, 5 = Excellent
Consider active participation as necessary for your grades, 10%
Assignments constitutes 40% of your grade
Exam, 50%
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 04.10.2019
For more information contact:
Dr. Otieno Mbare
Email: Otieno.Mbare@turkuamk.fi
Tel. +358 40 355 0175
Room (??)
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Experiential learning, inquiry-based, case studies, collaborative, reflective, constructivism, and integrative
Segmentation strategies in B2B
- Organizational buying behavior
- Relationship marketing
- Sales forecasting
- The Personal Selling Process and key competence in sales force
- Quantity: the work is not completed and or;
- Quality: the minimum content requirements are not met
Acceptable, but below average / Satisfactory:
- Research, thinking and communication are hardly acceptable
- Appear to grasp theory and have made a start in showing its applicability
Satisfactory/Very Good
- Research, thinking, and communication are satisfactory (3);
- General understanding of theory and application in real-life context (4)
- Research, thinking, and communication are very good (4)
- Understanding of theory and applicability but work could be stronger (3)
Outstanding:
- Mastery of theory and penetrating insights in real-life context;
- Outstanding research, thinking, and communication
Nicolas Le Grand
Marjo Joshi
Face-to-face
Finnish
19.09.2019 - 29.12.2020
02.12.2020 - 31.12.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Lemminkäisenkatu
H-5
Arto Manninen
Anne Leinovaara-Matomäki
Anne Leinovaara-Matomäki and Arto Manninen
Distance learning
Aaker: Aaker on Branding : 20 Principles That Drive Success. + Optima material.
On-line study unit only in Optima. PBL and innovation pedagogy.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that the Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Fail (0)
There are clear mistakes in the returned tasks, or something is missing (e.g. video-presentation, peer comments etc.) or the tasks returned are very limited. Or the deadlines are neglegted.
• Satisfactory (1-2)
All the task are returned on time and they reach satisfactory level, but they are limited / narrow and lacking deep analysis. Or the references are very limited.
• Good (3-4)
All the tasks are analytical, and well done. They represent high quality in terms of references, length, indepth analysis. And in comparison to the other group members there are clear bonus aspects. Also presentations are of high quality. And the peer comments are constructive and analytical
• Excellent (5)
All the tasks are excellent. And results are even higher than in the grade 3-4. Presentations extremely high quality as well as peer comments.
English
01.01.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 15.01.2020
10 - 40
Detailled instructions at Optima.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
5 credits
H-5
No optional versions, only on-line version.
No exam.
On-line study unit only in Optima. PBL and innovation pedagogy.
5 ects, two separate assignments (one group work, one individual assignment), which are introduced and guided in the beginning of the study unit. No exam.
Please note, put lots of effort to all course tasks and activities right away, because the only way to up-grade the final grade is to participate to the next course round.
Basics of brands and brand building. After the study unit the student is able to understand how different forms of communication create and impact on product and company level, describe and name factors affecting the product image (brand) and apply brand building in different contexts.
Weeks 4-7.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that the Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Fail (0)
There are clear mistakes in the returned tasks, or something is missing (e.g. video-presentation, peer comments etc.) or the tasks returned are very limited. Or the deadlines are neglegted.
• Satisfactory (1-2)
All the task are returned on time and they reach satisfactory level, but they are limited / narrow and lacking deep analysis. Or the references are very limited.
• Good (3-4)
All the tasks are analytical, and well done. They are also well presented. They represent high quality in terms of references, length, deep analysis. And in comparison to the other group members there are clear bonus aspects. Also presentations are of high quality. And the peer comments are constructive and analytical. It shows clearly (also in the videos) that the recommended books are read (e.g. some quotations etc.). Self and course evaluation is done in time and peer comments are constructive.
• Excellent (5)
All the tasks are excellent. And results in all respect are even higher than in the grade 3-4. Presentations extremely high quality as well as peer comments.
It shows clearly (also in the videos) that the recommended books are read (e.g. some quotations etc.). Self and course evaluation is done in time and peer comments are constructive.
Poppy Skarli
Marjo Joshi
Marjo Joshi - Business English Communication, 3ECTS
Poppy Skarli - Academic Writing, 2 ECTS
Distance learning
Provided on course workspace for each study module
Academic Writing: task-based, individual, online study materials, self-reflection
Business English Communication: task-based, individual research and reflection, interactive online meetings, team discussions and sharing video lectures and reading materials
Academic Writing:
Five course assignments (60%)
Essay (40%)
Business English Communciation:
Five course assignments (50%)
Participation in online meetings and live online discussions (30%)
Peer feedback, participation in written online discussions, sharing of own expertise. (10%)
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 06.09.2019
15 - 45
Students who take an active part in and successfully complete the Business English Communication part of the course (integrated with Intercultural Communication for Global Work course), are eligible to apply for the digital badge 'Global Communicator':
Through faculty-led student education, the badge earner has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work in international environments in English. In addition, the badge earner has achieved an understanding of cultural frameworks, communication methods and tools for online and on-site global work.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Student can complete the Academic Writing part (2ECTS) and complete Accreditation of Prior Learning based on Competence (not transfer of credits):
Two weeks prior to course start, student submits a written report showcasing expertise in academic writing skills. If the submission fulfils the assessment criteria, student can attain the credits. If the submission does not meet the criteria, student joins the course
Student can complete the Business English Communication part (3ECTS) and complete Accreditation of Prior Learning based on Competence (not transfer of credits):
Two weeks prior to course start, student submits a video and a written report showcasing expertise in oral and written work place communication and professional communication. The report must include concrete examples of work place communication (e.g. meetings, negotiations, written reports, contracts, emails and so on). If the submission fulfils the assessment criteria, student can attain the credits. If the submission does not meet the criteria, student joins the course.
Please see the course workspace for further details.
No examinations. Student can re-attempt the course by completing other missing parts of the course within one month of the course end.
Academic Writing: Personal objectives and independent study, Task-based assessment
Business English Communication: Personal objectives and independent study, Work life oriented learning assignments, Digital working environment as an authentic learning hub, Task-based assessment
135 hours of student work
Academic Writing: 2ECTS=54 hours of work, on average 10 hours per week. No online meetings.
Busienss English Communication: 3ECTS=81 hours of work, on average 8 hours per week. Live online meetings: 2x 1hour All Group Online Meetings on Zoom, and 2x 1hour Study team online meetings on MS Teams. (Meetings integrated with Intercultural Communication for Global Work course. Meetings are compulsory even if student takes only one of the courses)
Modules include study materials and practical activities and assignments.
Academic Writing: Aug-Sept (wk 35-40)
Business English Communication: Oct-Dec (wk 41-51)
Student did not complete required course assignments that show competence in course topics, did not participate in the online meetings to showcase competence in course topics or take an active part in the course to share expertise and learn from others.
The student can describe the importance of business communication skills in oral and written business context, and shows some ability to communicate in situations requiring business communciation skills.
The student can describe and identify features of academic writing, elements of paragraph and essay structure, unity and coherence, is aware of ways to avoid plagiarism.
The student is able to describe the communication skills needed in orla and written business contexts and demonstrates ability to communicate in various business situations.
The student can produce text that contains some features of academic writing, has some elements of paragraph and essay structure. The student can produce text that displays a degree of unity and coherence. The student can reference sources and compile a refrence list although there are inconsistencies in the format and style.
The student is able to analyse different communicative situations in business and suggest ways of improving the communication in challenging situations. The student shows ability to adapt and adjust his/her communication style in various situations requiring professional communication skills.
The student can produce text that contains most features of academic writing, has well-developed elements of paragraph and essay structure. The student can produce text that displays unity and coherence consistely throughout the essay. The student can reference sources and compile a refrence list in a consistent format and style.
Pia Lindman
Pia Lindman
Distance learning
Kaliski: Business Mathematics, 3rd edition (eBook), chapters 2 (UNIT 1), 4 (UNIT 2), 8,9 (UNIT 4), 11 and 12 (UNIT 5)
Tutorials and assignments in ViLLE (and Optima)
Selected chapters in Khan Academy
Self studies, tutorials in virtual environment, assignments, study clinics, final assignment
ViLLE tests (5 tests) and final exam
English
02.09.2019 - 08.12.2019
03.06.2019 - 29.09.2019
10 - 60
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Self studies, tutorials in virtual environment, assignments, study clinics, final assignment
Total 133 hours:
All group meetings (5 hours), Tutorials, Assignments and ViLLE tests, self study, final exam
- Percentages and Taxation
- Sequences and Interest
- Investments
- Business Economy (investment calculations, VAT, Pricing, Cost Accounting, Contribution Margin, Profit)
- Value of the Money
- Excel
Tests in ViLLE (5 tests in total) not done and/or final exam in ViLLE not done with good enough level (40 % correct). Excel assignment(s) not returned.
1: About 40 % of the final exam points achieved and Tests in ViLLE done with minimum criteria.
Pass grade can be achieved also with just passing ViLLE tests (50 % correct) and returning Excel assignment(s).
3: About 60 % of the final exam points achieved and/or tests in ViLLE done with minimum criteria.
Grade can be achieved also with ViLLE tests (70 % correct) and returning Excel assignment(s).
About 90 % of the final exam points achieved and tests in ViLLE done with minimum criteria.
Grade can be achieved also with ViLLE tests (100 % correct) and returning Excel assignment(s).
Jaana Merikallio
Ajaya Joshi
Ajaya Joshi and Jaana Merikallio
Distance learning
Will be published in Optima
Webinars, guest speaker presentations, pair research, presenting findings of the research, and commentaries.
Fail (0pts), Good (1pts) and Excellent (2pts)
1 pair research + presentation: 4 points maximum. Both research paper and presentation are graded 0-1-2.
2 pair reviews : 2 points maximum each
OR 1 review and inviting a guest speaker and hosting the webinar
Individual performance, active participation and attendance : 2 points
The students can get a maximum of altogether 10 points.
The points translate as follow for the final grade:
4 points or below: failed
5-6 points= 1
7 points= 2
8 points = 3
9 points = 4
10 points = 5
Please note that: Missing a deadline equals 0 points (medical certificate accepted).
You can change the date under the following circumstances:
- You find an empty time slot in the calendar
- You are able to agree to swap the date with another pair
- You inform the teachers about the change at least one month in advance
- In case of emergency, the other pair member is to present on your behalf
Otherwise the change of the date will lead to failure of the course.
English
27.01.2020 - 18.06.2020
12.12.2019 - 07.02.2020
20 - 35
Will be published in Optima
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Learning by doing, flipped learning, research-based, active participative observation, critical evaluation and problem-based learning,
Seminar: Participation, preparation and presentation: 20 hours
Theme selection and proposal: 10 hours
Research: 20 hours
Peer reviews: 6 hours
Pair Assignments and self-studies: 80 hours
Contemporary Topics in Digital Business course will provide you with a unique opportunity to explore and gain cross-disciplinary knowledge from multi-dimensional digital world i.e. e-business, SoMe marketing, artificial intelligence, SEO, payment transactions, to name a few. In this course, students will explore an area of personal interest by researching and present research findings during the seminars.
Upon completion of the course, students will become well acquainted with important topics within the digital business sphere. In addition, students will become aware of potential opportunities and challenges caused by dynamic digital phenomena.
This course is divided into 7 online sessions (webinars).
Each session will begin with the presentation of a key theme (with a guest speaker).
One of the key deliverables is that each student pair will write an article on the chosen interest area/theme. During the webinar, two student pairs will present research findings.
0= Passive or no participation throughout the course. The student shows very limited knowledge and understanding of the major themes covered in the course as well as an inability to grasp fundamental principles digital business. Zero or insignificant contribution during the webinars and completion of pair assignments. Student shows very little ability to gather and interpret relevant secondary data to meet or reach objectives and come to informed judgments that include reflection about what was agreed during the proposal. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Most part of assignments is unclear.
Limited participation throughout the course duration. The student demonstrates limited knowledge and understanding of the main themes covered during the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the content. Basic understanding of chosen research theme and limited ability to gather and interpret relevant secondary data to meet or reach objectives and come to informed judgments that include reflection about what was agreed during the proposal. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Some parts of the text are unclear
Good participation throughout the course duration, and encourages (support) other study team members in identifying new possibilities in a theme they have selected. Good understanding of overall research theme and its future application. Demonstrate good ability to gather and interpret relevant secondary data to fulfil research objectives and come to informed judgments that include reflection about what was agreed during the proposal. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas to others. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
Excellent participant throughout the course duration, and encourages (support/guide) other study team members. Student shows a clear understanding of the major themes covered and presented during the course as well its future potential and limitations The student clearly demonstrates how to gather and interpret relevant data to fulfil the research objective. The student is able to communicate clearly his/her ideas to others in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Jaana Merikallio
Ajaya Joshi
Ajaya Joshi and Jaana Merikallio
Face-to-face
All materials will be available in Optima.
Prerecorded video lectures
Online all group meetings via Adobe connect pro
Small team meeting via Skype for business
Objective: learn about how to use tools and frameworks to create a profile of your ideal customer who could become core target, customer group.
The ultimate goal would be to craft targeted marketing messages to them.
Secondly, assess how effectively the pair used tools and frameworks from assigned reading materials to create a profile/persona of their ideal customer target group. Identify possible discrepancy between your pair work from the one you will provide feedback to. Make suggestions on the possible key characteristic that was ignored.
Course participation 10 %
Pair Assignment 1 30 %
Pair Assignment 2 30 %
Two Pair reviews
Pair Peer review 1 15 %
Pair Peer review 2 15 %
English
09.03.2020 - 30.06.2020
09.12.2019 - 22.03.2020
The study environment will open two weeks before the course kick-off. Please watch the intro video and form a study pair.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Flipped, student-centric approach, learning by doing
The aim of this course is to provide students with holistic knowledge about content marketing strategies in social media, and key principles of content creation. After course completion students will be able to:
Formulate and implement a marketing strategy
Create audience personas
Learn fundamental behind creating a brand story
Create marketing content for social media
Maintain content effectively
Become aware of tools to analyze and track content
The course kick-off session will be on Thu 12.03 2020 at 15-16:00. Please familiarize yourself with the course workspace before the meeting so that you can present questions and get tips from the teacher of the course.
0= Fail: the student pair has demonstrated limited knowledge and understanding of the from assigned articles and preassigned reading. The student pair shows some difficulties in applying their knowledge and understanding of the content to create an ideal profile. The student pair demonstrates little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked. The student pair has difficulties in communicating their ideas in writing to the reader. Some parts of the text are unclear.
1-2= Fair: the student pair demonstrate a basic understanding of the key areas of the reading materials to regenerate the ideal profile. The student pair display some ability to use the information from course materials to gather and interpret relevant and apply data. The student communicates their ideas in writing with a certain degree of precision and clarity. Important parts of the text are written clearly.
3-4= Good: the student pair demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of the main topic by creating useful results by applying knowledge from reading materials. The student pair apply their knowledge and understanding of the course content to create a good persona based on the application of knowledge-based on the provided content. The student pair demonstrates a very good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked. The student pair is able to communicate clearly their ideas in writing to the reader in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
5= Excellent: the student pair demonstrate extensive knowledge and understanding of the main topic areas by producing outstanding results. The pair go beyond recommended reading to gather information, apply knowledge to complete very useful persona. The student pair demonstrates a very good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked. The student pair is able to communicate clearly their ideas in writing to the reader in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Timo Luukka
Timo Luukka
Face-to-face
Course material will be available in Optima, mostly based on content from the web.
Problem based learning, putting your learnings into practice
Grading will be based on participation in team work, the quality of the team work and the personal eExam.
English
05.09.2019 - 03.10.2019
10.06.2019 - 20.09.2019
10 - 30
Ask Timo Luukka.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Discuss with teacher Timo Luukka.
eExam 14.10.2019 18:00 - 19:00
eExam 15.10.2019 18:00 - 19:00 (second try)
eExam 16.10.2019 18:00 - 19:00 (third try)
Innovation pedagogy, teamlearning, digilearning
The course is divided into 4 different modules: 1) Introduction, 2) Creating a web site, 3) Creating web content and 4) Analytics. Each module consists a prerecorded video with basic info complemented with additional material ro give more in- depth understanding of the topic at hand. After watching the video the team works on the pre-assigned assignment which will be commented on pre-recorded videos. The course will begin with an all-hands webinar and will also end in an all-hands webinar where questions and answers can be handled in a live meeting.
This is a basic level introduction course. If the student has prior experience in setting up and designing a web site, please contact Timo Luukka for evaluation of alternative ways to pass the course.
AGM schedule:
05.09.2019 15:00 - 16:00
19.09.2019 15:00 - 16:00
03.10.2019 15:00 - 16:00
10.10.2019 15:00 - 16:00
In order to pass the course the student must participate in team work, have a passing grade from both the team assignments and the eExam.
The assignments follow the instructions but do not evidence any depth in learning and mastering of the topic. The objectives for the assignments have been met only partially.
In addition to the requirements for grades 1-2:
* The students work independently building their work on the vocabulary and the skills on the trade.
* The work is ambitious and shows a strive for quality.
* The choice of information and facts and their application shows professional judgement.
* Justification for the choices made and their presentation is clear and logical.
* The work contains critical thinking and analysis.
In addition to the requirements for grades 1-4:
* The work is based on facts.
* The methods and outcome of the work is innovative.
* The work is of high quality and shows critical thinking.
Ajaya Joshi
Marjo Joshi
Marjo Joshi - Teacher Tutor
Ajaya Joshi - Teacher Tutor
Distance learning
Based on individual needs
Individual tutoring meetings, All group meeting, individual study
Individual tutoring meetings, follow-up of study progress, All group meeting
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 11.09.2019
0 - 40
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Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
-
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discussion, learning-by-doing
1ECTS=27hours
Content includes Professional Practical Training, Thesis preparation, Study progress and Career planning
attendance in required meetings, providing necessary documentation, self-reflection of learning
Ajaya Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Face-to-face
English
03.08.2019 - 12.01.2020
04.07.2019 - 02.09.2019
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Nicolas Le Grand
Marjo Joshi
Distance learning
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 06.09.2019
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
H-5
Nicolas Le Grand
Marjo Joshi
Distance learning
English
01.01.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 31.12.2019
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
H-5
Marjo Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Marjo Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Co-teaching: lectures, online meetings, assignments and assessment
Distance learning
Provided on course workspace for each study module
Individual research and reflection
Interactive online meetings
Team discussions and sharing
Video lectures and reading materials
Individual Culture Project
Reflective Learning Diary
Individual Culture Project Report and Video Presentation that shows practical application of theoretical frameworks in an authentic context. (60%)
Participation in online meetings and live online discussions (20%)
Peer feedback, participation in written online discussions, sharing of own expertise. (10%)
Reflective Diary (10%)
English
07.10.2019 - 31.12.2019
01.08.2019 - 12.09.2019
15 - 45
Students who take an active part in and successfully complete the course, are eligible to apply for the digital badge 'Global Communicator':
Through faculty-led student education, the badge earner has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work in international environments in English. In addition, the badge earner has achieved an understanding of cultural frameworks, communication methods and tools for online and on-site global work.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
5 credits
H-5
Student can complete the Individual Culture Project by utilising the materials on the course and implementing the cultural theories in an authentic case in the workplace. Student must present the outcomes of the research and study in the course learning environment in the required format to share expertise. Student must take part in communicating and meeting with team members in a chosen digital platform(s).
Accreditation of Prior Learning based on Competence (not transfer of credits):
Two weeks prior to course start, student submits a video and a written report showcasing expertise in the aforementioned course topics:
Cultural awareness, Cultural identity, Working with Cultures, Communicating with Cultures, Cultural Theories, Intercultural Teams, Culture in the media, Exploring cultures. If the submission fulfils the assessment criteria, student can attain the credits. If the submission does not meet the criteria, student joins the course.
No examinations. Student can re-attempt the course by submitting the Individual Culture Project or by completing other missing parts of the course within one month of the course end.
Interactive and collaborative team-based study
Work life oriented learning assignments and Culture Project
International digital working environment as an authentic learning hub
Co-teaching in sharing expert views
Task-based assessment
135 hours of student work divided into 10 weeks of study and 5 modules, on average 25 hours per module. Modules include a theoretical framework, practical application related to Individual Culture Project and a self-reflection. Face-to-face sessions: 2x 1hour All Group Online Meetings on Zoom, and 2x 1hour Study team online meetings on MS Teams.
After the course, the student can:
-describe own cultural identity
-utilise cultural frameworks to understand cultural concepts
-adapt communication in culturally diverse contexts
-work as a member of a culturally diverse team
-utilise knowledge on business cultures in work-related situations
-execute a cultural project to showcase application of theories in a practical context
wk 1-2: Cultural Awareness and Cultural Identity
wk 3-4: Intercultural Teams
wk 5-6 :Communicating with Cultures
wk 7-8: Working with Cultures
wk 9-10: Exploring cultures through media and projects
Modules include theoretical frameworks, practical application related to Individual Culture Project and a self-reflection.
Cultural Awareness: Student understands the concept of cultural identity and the importance of understanding other cultures. The student is able to describe his/her cultural identity.
Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to identify main concepts from cultural frameworks.
Intercultural communication: The student can describe the importance of intercultural communication skills in social and business situations, and shows some ability to use them.
Working in international teams: The student understands the need for intercultural awareness and cross-cultural communication skills in international teams. The student participates in intercultural team work.
Business cultures: The student is able to describe the importance of understanding business cultures in different national contexts.
Cultural Awareness: The student is able to describe different ways of interpreting culture and cultural awareness, such as iceberg or culture onion. The student can analyse his/her own cultural identity in relation to the values, customs and practices of other cultures.
Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to describe the frameworks and shows understanding of how they can be used in practice.
Intercultural communication: The student is able to describe the communication skills needed in intercultural situations and demonstrates ability to use them in practice.
Working in international teams: The student can describe challenges and benefits of working in and leading intercultural teams. The student is an active member of an intercultural team and demonstrates ability to communicate and function as a member of an international team.
Business cultures: The student can explain business practices of different cultures and is able to identify challenges relating to his/her own culture in doing business in another culture.
Cultural Awareness: The student is able to analyse how national and organizational cultures build cultural identity, and can demonstrate cultural sensitivity and appreciation of other cultures in intercultural encounters.
Theoretical frameworks on culture: The student is able to explain the concept and significance of the frameworks. In addition, the student is able to apply the frameworks in case and authentic situations.
Intercultural communication: The student is able to analyse breaks in communication due to cultural factors and can suggest ways of improving the communicative approach to the situation. The student shows ability to adapt and adjust his/her communication style in various intercultural situations.
Working in international teams: The student can apply different frameworks in order to enhance work in a culturally diverse team. The student is fully capable of working as part of an international team and is able to take into account the effect of cultures on teamwork and in leading a team.
Business cultures: The student is able to apply his/her knowledge of business cultures in authentic and case situations. The student is able to analyse and suggest approaches to intercultural business situations.
Ajaya Joshi
Distance learning
Will be available in Optima
Gerald Albaum., E. D., 2011. International Marketing and Export Management. Seventh ed. Essex: Pearson Education.
Hollensen, S., 2014. Global Marketing. Sixth ed. London: Pearson Education .
James X. Zhan, R. B., 2015. world Investment Report , Geneva: United Nations Publication.
The students study the theoretical background at home (cf. reading to be completed prior to every workshop)
The students will watch prerecorded video of chapter summaries
The contact hours are mainly used to review group assignments and workshops.
BYOD for each “lecture” as the course book & internet access are needed to do the case studies
Attendance: (Small team meetings/ All group meetings
1 pts (75% compulsory attn.)
course will be graded as follow:
Fail (0pts), Good (1pts) and Excellent (2pts)
2 Group discussions: 4 points maximum
3 Pair assignments: 6 points
2 Individual assignments: 4 points maximum
Pair presentation: 1 point
The students can get a maximum of altogether 12 points.
The points translate as follow for the final grade:
0-5 points: fail; 6 points: 1; 7 points: 2; 8 points: 3; 9-10 points; 4; 11-12 points: 5
English
31.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 15.09.2019
20 - 45
All the components (individual assignments, peer reviews…) of this course will be graded as follow:
Fail (0pts), Good (1pts) and Excellent (2pts)
2 Group discussions: 4 points maximum
3 Pair assignments : 6 points
2 Individual assignments: 4 points maximum
Pair presentation: 1 point
Attendance: 1 point
The students can get a maximum of altogether 12 points.
The points translate as follow for the final grade:
0-5 points: fail; 6 points: 1; 7 points: 2; 8 points: 3; 9-10 points; 4; 11-12 points: 5
Please note that:
Missing a deadline equals 0 points (medical certificate accepted)
The two individual assignments and the team assignment are compulsory to do to be able to pass the course. Missing an impromptu test or a peer review is not disqualifying, it only affects negatively the final grade.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Independent studies, flipped learning, case study analysis, and project based learning.
8 Hours (Online small team and all team meetings)
70 hours: (Reading course materials and application of Internationalization marketing frameworks)
25 hours: (group assignment research and writing)
10 hours: (case study preparations)
Chapter 1 (Week 43): Course introduction, group formation
Trends in International business: FDI flow, globalization, the LSEs and SMEs
Chapter 3 (Week 44): Internationalization theories
Chapter 4 (Week 45): Assessing firm’s international competitiveness
Chapter 5 (Week 46): Global Market Research
Chapter 8 (Week 47): The international market selection process (Case Nano)
Chapter 10 (Week 48):Export modes and Intermediate Entry Modes
Product showcase (Week 49) : all group session and Feedback
Passive or no participation throughout the course. The student show very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course as well as inability to grasp fundamental international marketing theories and inability apply theories in project work. Zero or insignificant contribution in completion of team assignments. Student show very little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to come to informed judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Several parts of the text are unclear.
Limited participation throughout the course duration and contribution towards the completion of team assignments. The student can demonstrate limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the content. Basic understanding of International marketing theories, and limited ability apply knowledge into practice. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Some parts of the text are unclear
Good participation throughout the course duration, and encourages (support) other study team members in contributing towards the team assignments. Good understanding of key International marketing theories, and able to demonstrate how to apply theoretical knowledge into practice. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas to others. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
Excellent participant throughout the course duration, and encourages (support/guide) other study team members in contributing towards the team assignments. Excellent understanding of key International marketing theories, and able to demonstrate, apply theoretical knowledge into practice with valuable findings. The student ability to gather and interpret relevant data to is consistent thought the course duration. The student is able to communicate clearly his/her ideas to others in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Arto Manninen
Jarmo Ahonen
Face-to-face
Will be given in Optima
Briefings, Lecture, Written material, Teacher/student interaction (Q&A´ sessions) and individual work
Individual Project work (essay + video summary).
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 06.09.2019
The participants are expected to work individually. The amount of lectures or supervision is limited.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
No alternatives.
No exam.
Briefings and lecture(s). Joint sessions and interaction, individual work.
Participation of lecture (video), participation of briefings and joint discussions, Individual project work 133 hrs.
CRM and Business models will form the main frame of the course. CRM being the marketing entity and business models - as it says - the "big picture".
PRELIMINARY Timing from sept 12th to mid dec.
No Project work delivered.
Poor language, structure, style, and content of returned Project work
Good language, structure, style, and content of returned Project work..
Excellent language, structure, style, and content of returned Project work..
Otieno Mbare
Otieno Mbare
Distance learning
Literatures: Cheeseman, H. R. (2016) book "Contemporary Business Law". Available as an ebook in Finna.
Learning materials for the course is provided on Optima. All learning and assignments will be done through this Optima platform. Participating students will work in small teams. This method of learning in teams has great benefits for the students for it allows the students to learn from one another. in this way, students develop new and better perspectives on the subject matter.
Evaluation will be based on four assignments, and the submission of the final group assignment. The student need to put a lot of effort in the assignments as this will form the basis of the student's grade.
The grading system ranges from 1 - 5 where;
1 = Mediocre; 2 = Satisfactory; 3 = Good; 4 = Very good; 5 = Excellent
Assessment based on successful completion of course assignments and self-reflection.
English
15.03.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 14.03.2020
15 - 40
For more information contact:
Dr. Otieno Mbare
Email: Otieno.Mbare@turkuamk.fi
Tel. +358 40 355 0175
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Further information found in Optima
This is an online course
The scope of the course is 5 credits (133hrs). The course will be completed through assignments given on Optima platform.
This is an online course
FAILED
• Quantity: The work is not completed and or;
• Quality: The minimum content requirements in law are not met
Acceptable, BUT Below Average
- limited understanding of key doctrines, thinking, and communication are hardly acceptable
- Appear to grasp legal terminalogies but unable to interpret the doctrines correctly.
Satisfactory/Very Good
- knowledge of key legal doctrines, thinking, and communication are satisfactory and very good
- Understanding of legal issues and applicability but work could be stronger
- Demonstrate general understanding of legal terminalogies and application in real life context
Excellent:
- Mastery of the doctrines and penetrating insights in real-life context;
- Outstanding knowledge in legal issues, thinking, and communication
Emmanuel Querrec
Emmanuel Querrec
Distance learning
Online learning materials
Links to Videos
Readings (web, FINNA)
International Business, Global Edition, John D. Daniels, Lee H. Radebaugh and Daniel P.Sullivan, Pearson Education, Fifteenth edition, 2014. Chapter 18 (Global Production and Supply Chains). The book is freely available through the online materials database of TUAS (Messi > Administration and Services > Library > Aura Online Database) at https://www.dawsonera.com/readonline/9781292019185 The Chapter 18 is to be found at https://www.dawsonera.com/readonline/9781292019185/startPage/737
Do not overuse book licences, use licences parsimonuouusly by avoiding multiple short time reading sessions.
Blended approach: online videos, readings, compulsory group interactive online sessions, exercises
Assessment is based on participation to the online session, and application of the tools that support supply chain systems.
English
01.01.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 31.12.2019
After completing this course the student is able to:
- understand the notion of value chain
- apply a value chain analysis to a case study
- understand the notion of supply chain
- apply suplpy chain thinking by drawing a supply chain diagram
- understand quality management
- apply a problem identification tool
- undesrtand process thiking
- apply process mapping through drawing a flowchart diagram
- understand the notion of risk and risk management
- apply risk assessment tools
- understand complexity and issues in transportation
- name key transportaiton actors in a defined geographical area
Indicative structure of the course:
- value chain
- supply chain
- quality management
- process drawing
- risk management
- transportation
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Information is available on the learning platform.
Online work with flexible time arrangement. Compulsory group interactive online sessions are announced in the learning environment.
The implementation takes place on Spring 2019.
Please look at the exact dates, and possible updates on the course sharing platform.
The participant has not been present without satisfactory proof to at least 66% of the online meetings.
The participant fails to apply the tools that support supply chain systems due to lack of understanding of the theoretical rationale and tool usage requirements..
The participant understands the purpose of the tool that support supply chain systems and manages to apply them despite flaws in the usage requirements.
The participant has a clear understanding the purpose of the tool that support supply chain systems and manages to apply them satisfyingly fulfilling the usage requirements.
The participant has a clear understanding the purpose of the tool that support supply chain systems and manages to apply them entirely fulfilling the usage requirements.
The participant is able to make analytical statements following the appllciation of tools.
Jaana Merikallio
Ajaya Joshi
Nicolas Le Grand
Ajaya Joshi: Coach (course leader)
Nicolas Le Grand: Coach
Jaana Meri-Kallio: Coach
Distance learning
Course Book:
Foundations of Marketing, Pride William and O.C. Ferrell, 2016
This book is available as an e-book via the Dawsonera portal (FINNA)
Online
Fail (0pts), Good (1pts) and Excellent (2pts)
2 Individual assignments: 4 points maximum
3 small team discussions: 6 points maximum
4 team assignment : 8 points maximum
The students can get a maximum of altogether 18 points.
The points translate as follow for the final grade:
8 points or below: failed; 9-10 points= 1; 11-12 points= 2; 13-14 points= 3; 15-16points=4; 17-18 = 5
Please note that: Missing a deadline equals 0 points (medical certificate accepted)
The two individual assignments and the team assignment are compulsory to do to be able to pass the course.
English
26.08.2019 - 25.12.2019
12.08.2019 - 15.09.2019
0 - 48
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
10 credits
H-5
Independent studies, flipped learning, case study analysis, online live team discussions, and project based learning.
30 Hours (Online small team and all team meetings)
160 hours: (Reading course materials and individual and small team discussions)
50 hours: (Small team assignments and individual assignments)
Key concepts in marketing and Business operation
The marketing environment
Target Markets: segmentation and evaluation
Consumer behavior and e-marketing
Business Buying behavior
Digital Marketing And social networking
Product, branding and packaging concepts
Pricing Concepts and management
Marketing Channels and supply chain management
Integrated Marketing Communication
The student has demonstrated very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Several parts of the text are unclear.
The student has demonstrated limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows some difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Some parts of the text are unclear
The student has demonstrated good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas to others. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
The student has demonstrated very good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate clearly his/her ideas to others in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Taru Kankaanpää
Taru Kankaanpää
Distance learning
Presentation materials and learning videos
Articles and selected chapters
Provided list of books
The course emphasizes collaborative and experiental methods.
The course includes online discussions, individual and group assignments.
Individual research and reflection
Interactive online meetings
Team discussions and sharing
Video lectures and reading materials
The assessment is based on the completion of the given tasks, attendance and active participation in online meetings as well as active online activities in own small group.
All the given assignments need to be completed to be able to pass the course.
The course includes assignments which will not be graded separately, but will be taken into account in the final grade.
If the graded task is returned late, the grade will be reduced by 1.
English
27.01.2020 - 08.05.2020
02.12.2019 - 21.02.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Accreditation of Prior Learning based on Competence (not transfer of credits):
Two weeks prior to course start, student submits a video and a written report showcasing expertise in the aforementioned course topics:
Transformation of traditional organisations, organisational culture, teamwork, team performance and typical problems in teams, team leadership and self management.
If the submission fulfils the assessment criteria, student can attain the credits. If the submission does not meet the criteria, student joins the course.
Team learning
Work life oriented learning assignments
Task-based assessment
5 ECTS = 135 working hours.
5 hours - online discussions
20 hours - preparations for the online discussions, online tests
40 hours - team tasks
70 hours - invididual tasks & readings
Course opens on week 5 with pre-tasks.
All group meeting on 6 Feburary 2020 (week 6)
Small group meeting on 11-12 February 2020 (week 7)
Small group meeting on 17-18 March 2020 (week 12)
Small group meeting on 7-8 April 2019 (week 15)
All the given assignments are not completed.
The student has not contributed to group work and any online team activities with the small group.
The student is able to
•describe how organisational thinking has evolved from traditional organisations to future organisational designs
•understand the importance and critical elements of organisational culture
•understand the basics of teamwork and can identify typical problems in teamwork
•identify the main duties of a team leader and evaluate own leadership skills
Limited communication and contribution to discussions and group assignments.
All assignments returned. The student raises obvious points and arguments are partly irrelevant, confused and remain on a very general level.
The student is able to
•understand the reasons why the organisational thinking has changed from traditional organisations to future organisational designs
•can analyse a company's organisational culture using an organisational culture framework
•understand the concept of teamwork, contribute to team results and identify and cope with the typical problems in teamwork
•knows the main duties of a team leader,evaluate own performance and leadership skills and find own development areas.
Communicates and contributes to discussions and group assignments. All assignments returned according to instructions and on time. The outputs focus on key points, but remain on a general level.
The student is able to
•show a very good understanding of changing organisational thinking and theory and their application in real-life contexts
•can analyse a company's organisational culture with development suggestions using an organisational culture framework
•understands the concept of teamwork, assess and actively contribute to team results, solve conflicts and find solutions
•analyse own leadership strategies to identify own development areas
Active communication and contribution to discussions and group assignments. All assignments returned according to the instructions and on time. The outputs show evidence of insight and capacity for argumentation.
Sanna Simola
Teachers and responsibilities:
*Helena Noto - Pedagogical Coordinator and teacher
*Patricia Carvalho Ribeiro -Teacher
*Bianca Benini - Teacher
Helena Noto - Pedagogical Coordinator and Teacher
e-mail: helena.noto@itamaraty.gov.br
ccbfonline@gmail.com
Contact persons at TUAS: sanna.simola@turkuamk.fi and anne.lamnsa@turkuamk.fi
Face-to-face
All Material will be available on Claned Platform
Course literature: The material is designed and provided by Brazil-Finland Cultural Center’s teachers
a. Recorded videos, featuring Brazil-Finland Cultural Center’s teachers
b. Animations
c. PDF material
d. Quizzes
e. Interactive exercises
f. Online chats at CLANED platform
Assessment criterion: 1- 5 points
• Virtual attendance
• Exercises completed in the modules
• Performance in mid-term evaluations/exams (exams in each module)
• Chat attendance
• E-mail and messages with questions
• Submission of the final test/exam
English
20.04.2020 - 06.07.2020
16.03.2020 - 30.03.2020
0 - 15
Student places are divided between Turku University of Applied Sciences and other Universities of Applied Sciences, so that 15 of the students are accepted from Turku University of Applied Sciences and 5 of the students are accepted from other Universities of Applied Sciences. If any course places become available after the enrolment period, the students may also be accepted from the waiting list.
Students at TUAS – enrolment in Peppi NOT via the link here in CampusOnline-portal
Students at other UAS – enrolment here : https://turkuamk.e-lomake.fi/lomakkeet/399/lomake.html?rinnakkaislomake=Portuguese
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
H-5
Reading/listening/speaking tasks: 120 hours
Interactive exercises: 20 hours
Quiz preparation and participation: 20 hours
Objectives
This course is designed to students who are absolute beginners in Portuguese language. The students will get familiar with the fundamentals of the language in a very immersive, contextualized way. The lessons explore the most up-to-date interactive tools for online teaching, provided by the Finnish platform CLANED. The course’s material is totally authentic, created by the native Brazilian teachers of the Brazil-Finland Cultural Center. The main goal is to provide the student with a high-quality set of basic expressions and vocabulary, in order to encourage the communication in daily-life situations.
By enrolling to this course, the student will also participate in the community of Portuguese speakers in Finland. The student will get invitations to cultural events organized by the Brazil-Finland Cultural Center and the Brazilian Embassy.
Period - 12 weeks, from April 20 to July 6, 2020
The student has demonstrated very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Several parts of the text are unclear.
The student has demonstrated limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows some difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Some parts of the text are unclear.
The student has demonstrated good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
The student has demonstrated very good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Ajaya Joshi
Course coordinator and contact person at Turun ammattikorkeakoulu / TUAS is Ajaya Joshi.
The course is held by the Brazil-Finland Cultural Center of the Brazilian Embassy in Helsinki
The material is designed and provided by Cultural Center’s teachers.
Helena Noto – Pedagogical Coordinator and teacher
Patricia Carvalho Ribeiro – Teacher
Bianca Benini - Teacher
Distance learning
All Material will be available on Claned Platform
Course literature: The material is designed and provided by Brazil-Finland Cultural Center’s teachers
a. Recorded videos, featuring Brazil-Finland Cultural Center’s teachers
b. Animations
c. PDF material
d. Quizzes
e. Interactive exercises
f. Online chats at CLANED platform
English
09.09.2019 - 29.11.2019
26.08.2019 - 16.09.2019
Student places are divided between Turku University of Applied Sciences and other Universities of Applied Sciences, so that 15 of the students are accepted from Turku University of Applied Sciences and 25 of the students are accepted from other Universities of Applied Sciences. If any course places become available after the enrolment period, the students may also be accepted from the waiting list.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Reading/listening/speaking tasks: 120 hours
Interactive exercises: 20 hours
Quiz preparation and participation: 20 hours
Period - 12 weeks, from September 9 to November 29, 2019
The student has demonstrated very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Several parts of the text are unclear.
The student has demonstrated limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows some difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates little ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Some parts of the text are unclear.
The student has demonstrated good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas in writing to the reader. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
The student has demonstrated very good knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows s/he can apply his/her knowledge and understanding of the course content. The student demonstrates very good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Maria Välivirta Havia
Timo Luukka
Maria Välivirta-Havia
Timo Luukka
Distance learning
Main reading: Alexander Osterwalder, Yves Pigneur & Tim Clark: Business model generation: a handbook for visionaries, game changers and challengers.
Teachers materials and additional articles and material links provided during the course.
The course is online course including all group meetings and small group meetings. Students are gathering and processing information as well as writing a main assignment together in small groups. Course develops problem based learning skills.
Teachers will evaluate main assignments (the book report & the product/service report)
Student groups peer evaluation about product idea and its solution (oral feedback + peer evaluation report)
Study group peer evaluation
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
10.06.2019 - 20.10.2019
The students can start the pre-assignment at a time of their own choosing. The assignment is following:
1) Read chapter 2 of Osterwalder's book.
2) Write a report on all the business models described in the reading material and highlite the following points:
1. What is the working principle of the model
2. What is the monetizing model (where does money come from and where does it go, who profits and how)
3. Name two (2) examples f the said business model in your homew country (not the ones in the book)
The named business models are:
• unbundled business model,
• the long tail business model
• multi-sided platform business model
• free advertising business model
• freemium as a business model
• bait and hook business model
• outside-in business model
• inside-out business model
Deadline for the pre-assignment is 6.10.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
All group meetings aim to give overall knowledge about digital business models and central elements of productiziation. In small groups student are discussing and developing own product ideas. Product ideas are assessed by peer groups which give feedback together with teachers.
Student understand meaning of innovative thinking and produce product/service ideas.
Small group select one product / service idea and compile together a product description of an digital service or product, create buyer personas for it and create features which benefits selected target personas.
Three online meetings
Small group meetings
Reading the book and writing the book report
Read other provided materials
Individual work (gathering information, studying)
Group work (innovation & development meetings, writing assignment)
Course duration during weeks 41-47.
Course explores digital business models, innovation process and productization.
Group assignment and peer evaluations not done.
The assignment main items completed but are covered superficially.
Peer evaluation for other group is very narrow, not containing constructive feedback.
Peer evaluation from own small group is showing lack of participation and individually very little done.
The assignment main items completed with very good suggestions and development ideas. Work shows critical thinking and analyses.
Product description is showing good quality both content and visual.
Peer evaluation for other group contains constructive feedback what other group can utilize.
Peer evaluation from own small group is good and shows that student have been active.
The assignment is covered with depth and is based on justified facts. All produced materials and given presentations are showing excellent quality. Works shows critical thinking and development ideas.
Peer evaluation for other group contains constructive feedback and practical improvement ideas.
Peer evaluation from own small group is showing excellent participation and student is actively proposed ideas as well done excellent development work for the assignment.
Ajaya Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Face-to-face
English
01.01.2020 - 31.12.2020
02.12.2019 - 31.12.2019
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Tiina Suni
Essi Hillgren
Essi Hillgren and Tiina Suni are responsible teachers in Project Management course
Distance learning
- Materials provided in a course workspace, e.g. recorded lectures, lecture materials, additional study materials.
- Students may seek for further suitable study materials
One example of study material:
Heagney, J. 2011. Fundamentals of Project Management. Amacom.
And other materials mentioned in Optima.
- Interactive online meetings: all group meetings with teachers, small group meetings with own group and teachers, group working,
- Team discussions and sharing: group: working with own small group.
- Individual research and reflection: based on work division between group members
Numerical grading, from 1 to 5 (0 means failed).
Assessment and grading is based on tasks:
1) Pre-task (pass / failed)
2) The project plan draft (10%)
3) Presentation on project plan draft (5 %, inc. participation in Small Group meetings)
4) Presentation on project plan final version (10 %, inc. participation in Small Group meetings)
5) Project plan final version (65%)
6) Self-reflection & teamwork evaluation (10 %). Please, find the Innovation Competence Criterias from the Optima.
Active group working and participation should be shown for passing the course.
English
07.01.2020 - 05.04.2020
02.12.2019 - 30.01.2020
The primary course objective is to make students aware of all the essential elements within project management. i.e. are aware of various approaches and tools necessary from project inception to deliver process.
After completed this course the student:
- knows the basic elements of a project and is able to establish a project plan.
- is able to describe the project management process, including the project planning process.
- is able to understand importance of project follow-up.
- is able to identify various project management tools.
- is able to identify and attach the project to a wider framework.
- have better understanding of the risk in project management and need for the project communication as well as for resourcing and scheduling.
- has more experience of presenting new ideas and how to build informative presentation within essential information.
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
No possibilities for alternative implementation. Course implementation is based on the group working which is an essential role in real life project management and working as well.
Accreditation of Prior Learning based on Competence (not transferred of credits):
Two weeks prior to course start, student submits a video and a written report showcasing expertice in the aforementioned course topics:
- project in general
- project planning phase
- the content of the project plan
- project initiation, scheduling and time-management
- budget management
- risk management
- project communication
- project organization, the roles and team building
- presenting the project
No examination.
All five group task need to be finalised for passing the course.
Course implementation is basing for group working. That's why there isn't possibilities to accomplish the course individually or retake possibilities are not able to offer. In case of failing the course, student need to attend again next year.
Lectures, group working in study groups, individual work
135 hours student work divided into 13 weeks of study. Working hours can be divided for tasks listed below. The final Project plan is biggest task (65 % of the grade).
DL of the pre-task 12.1.2020
DL of the project plan draft 26.1.2020
DL of the presentation on project plan draft 28.1.2020 / 29.1.2020
DL of the presentation on project plan final version 24.3.2020 / 25.3.2020
DL of the project plan final version 5.4.2020
DL of the self-reflection and teamwork evaluation 5.4.2020
Content:
- project in general
- project planning phase
- the content of the project plan
- project initiation, scheduling and time-management
- budget management
- risk management
- project communication
- project organization, the roles and team building
- presenting the Project
Timetable:
Course starts on Thu 16th of January and ends on 5th of April (the latest).
Before first all group meeting on Thu 16th of January, pre-task need to be done. DL 12.1.2020
The schedule of all group meetings:
- January 16th, 2020 at 3 pm (Project management: project work in general & project planning)
- February 6th, 2020 at 3 pm, (Project management: scheduling, resourcing, budget management, risk management)
- March 5th, 2020 at 3 pm, (Project communication + case study, lessons learned)
- March 19th, 2020 at 3 pm, (How to present project idea, tips for pitching)
The schedule of small group meetings
- January 28th / 29th (Presentation of the draft of the Project plan)
- March 24th / 25th (Presentation of the final Project plan)
Numerical grading, from 1 to 5 (0 means failed).
Project plan:
1) Project planning & project management processes: The student understands some basic concepts and ideas of a project plan and the project planning process. Student can see some connections between the project plan and project management process.
2) Project plan: The student is able to establish a project plan based on the project plan template in basic level. The project plan covers mainly the titles of the project plan template. The student is able to identify and describe basic elements of a project plan and see some connections between these in the project plan.
Presentation:
1) Contents of the presentation: The project pitch covers the main topics of the project plan. The presentation includes basic information on the project. The main idea of the project is presented.
2) Presentation: Some visualization / graphic elements are used.
Project plan:
1) Project planning & project management processes: The student understands the concepts and ideas of a project plan and the project planning process. The student can identify and describe the aspects that needs to be considered in a project plan. Student has abilities to apply theoretical project management knowledge to practice, which is reflected to the project plan.
2) Project plan: The student is able to establish a project plan based on the project plan template. The project plan covers the titles of the project plan template and also some additional elements have been included. The project plan is realistic, concrete, clear and understandable. Project plan consists of various elements and they are clearly connected. The targets, objectives, activities and results of the project are connected to each other. The student is able to identify and describe various elements of a project plan and see vide connections between these.
Presentation:
1) Contents of the presentation: The project pitch covers the topics of the project plan and the presentation supports the project plan outline. Presentation provides the client with essential information on the project.
2) Presentation: Visualization / graphic elements are used. Pitch is interesting, informative and easy to follow.
Project plan:
1) Project planning & project management processes: The student understands the concepts and ideas of a project plan and the project planning process. The student can identify and describe a variety of aspects that needs to be considered in a project plan. The student can identify and attach the project plan to a wider framework.
2) Project plan: The student is able to establish a project plan based on the project plan template. The project plan covers all the titles of the project plan template and additional elements have been included. The project plan is realistic, concrete, clear and understandable. The targets, objectives, activities and results of the project are connected to each other. The project plan is connected to the project management process. The student is able to identify and describe various elements of a project plan and see vide connections between these in the project plan. The assignment reflects students’ capability to apply information in practice. The student has found independently more information on project planning and project management and this is reflected to the assignment.
Presentation:
1) Contents of the presentation: Pitch covers all the main topics of the project plan and the presentation strongly supports the project plan. Pitch is very clear and understandable to the client. Information presented in the pitch is essential from the client’s perspective. Presentation provides the client with all the essential information on the project.
2) Presentation: The presentation is interesting and inspiring. Visualization is well planned.
Ajaya Joshi
The student
understands the usefulness of the research approach in the expert practice
is able to clearly define the general conditions of a research activity
is able to formulate research problems
is able to practice basic qualitative and quantitative research and development process, and scientific communication (including report structuring, planning and dissemination)
acknowledges and is able to take into consideration the special conditions of research in the business environment
is able to make use of the existing research results critically and produce new knowledge
Distance learning
Saunders M. et al. 2016. Research Methods for Business Students. Seventh Edition. Prentice Hall.
All the study materials will be available in Optima
Lecture, self studies, workshops, seminars, and commentaries
English
31.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 08.09.2019
20 - 35
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Lemminkäisenkatu
5 credits
H-5
There will be a test at the beginning of this course.
- Research Proposal: 50%
- Assignments: 30%
- Individual Performance: 20%
- Attendance to seminars
- Final Evaluation is either PASS/Fail
Learning by doing, flip learning and case study approach.
Lectures and Seminar: 20 hours
Research Proposal: 20 hours
Individual Assignments and self-studies: 90 hours
Thesis Assessment: 10 hours
Research process
scientific method and scientific approaches
conducting a literature review
research methodologies
quantitative and qualitative data collection methods
analyzing qualitative and quantitative data
article writing and publishing
Passive or no participation throughout the course. The student show very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course as well as inability to grasp fundamental business research philosophy. Zero or insignificant contribution during the workshop and small team seminars. Student show very little ability to gather and interpret relevant secondary data to formulate research objectives and come to informed judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Majority of assignments are unclear.
Limited participation throughout the course duration and contribution towards the completion of final proposal. The student demonstrate limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the content. Basic understanding of business research processes, and limited ability apply knowledge into practice. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Some parts of the text are unclear
Good participation throughout the course duration, and encourages (support) other study team members in identifying, narrowing down research objectives and questions. Good understanding of overall research philosophy and processes. Delivers good research proposal where s/he can apply theoretical knowledge into practice (incorporate clear research methodology, theories into final proposal. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas to others. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
Excellent participant throughout the course duration, and encourages (support/guide) other study team members in contributing towards the final assignments. Excellent understanding of key research philosophy and processes. Student demonstrate excellent ability to apply theoretical knowledge via triangulation in producing valuable findings. The student ability to gather and interpret relevant data to is consistent thought the course duration. The student is able to communicate clearly his/her ideas to others in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Ajaya Joshi
The student
understands the usefulness of the research approach in the expert practice
is able to clearly define the general conditions of a research activity
is able to formulate research problems
is able to practice basic qualitative and quantitative research and development process, and scientific communication (including report structuring, planning and dissemination)
acknowledges and is able to take into consideration the special conditions of research in the business environment
is able to make use of the existing research results critically and produce new knowledge
Distance learning
Saunders M. et al. 2016. Research Methods for Business Students. Seventh Edition. Prentice Hall.
All the study materials will be available in Optima
Lecture, self-studies, workshops, seminars, and commentaries
English
09.01.2020 - 31.05.2020
09.12.2019 - 19.01.2020
0 - 40
Will be published in Optima
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
There will be Optima test at the beginning of the course.
- Research Proposal: 50%
- Assignments: 30%
- Individual Performance: 20%
- Attendance to seminars
- Final Evaluation is either PASS/Fail
Learning by doing, flip learning and case study approach, learning by doing.
Lectures and Seminar: 20 hours
Research Proposal: 20 hours
Individual Assignments and self-studies: 90 hours
Thesis Assessment: 10 hours
Research process
Method and approaches to primary data collection
Conducting literature review
Understanding various methodologies
Quantitative and qualitative data collection methods
Analyzing qualitative and quantitative data
Writing and publishing
Passive or no participation throughout the course. The student shows very limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course as well as an inability to grasp fundamental business research philosophy. Zero or insignificant contribution during the workshop and small team seminars. Student shows very little ability to gather and interpret relevant secondary data to formulate research objectives and come to informed judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Majority of assignments are unclear.
Limited participation throughout the course duration and contribution towards the completion of the final proposal. The student demonstrates limited knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the course. The student shows difficulties in applying his/her knowledge and understanding of the content. Basic understanding of business research processes and limited ability to apply knowledge into practice. The student has difficulties in communicating his/her ideas to others. Some parts of the text are unclear
Good participation throughout the course duration, and encourages (support) other study team members in identifying, narrowing down research objectives and questions. Good understanding of overall research philosophy and processes. Delivers good research proposal where s/he can apply theoretical knowledge into practice (incorporate clear research methodology, theories into the final proposal. The student demonstrates good ability to gather and interpret relevant data to inform judgments that include reflection about what is asked for the assignments. The student is able to communicate his/her ideas to others. Important parts of the text are clear and well written.
Excellent participant throughout the course duration, and encourages (support/guide) other study team members in contributing towards the final assignments. Excellent understanding of key research philosophy and processes. Student demonstrates an excellent ability to apply theoretical knowledge via triangulation in producing valuable findings. The student ability to gather and interpret relevant data to is consistent thought the course duration. The student is able to communicate clearly his/her ideas to others in a professional way. Most of the text is clear and well written.
Anne Leinovaara-Matomäki
Coach: Anne Leinovaara-Matomäki
Distance learning
Informed at Optima platform.
Innovation pedagogy, PBL.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harward, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Fail (0)
There are clear mistakes in the returned tasks, or something is missing (e.g. video-presentation, peer comments etc.) or the tasks returned are very limited. Or the deadlines are neglected.
• Satisfactory (1-2)
All the task are returned on time and they reach satisfactory level, but they are limited / narrow and lacking deep analysis. Or the references are very limited.
• Good (3-4)
All the tasks are analytical, and well done. They represent high quality in terms of references, length, deep analysis. And in comparison to other group members there are clear bonus aspects (wider theories, more theories or tools used or so...). Also presentations are high quality. And the peer comments are constructive and analytical. There are lots of good references used and theories and tools relevant to the subject are shown in the assignments.
• Excellent (5)
All the tasks are excellent. And results are even higher than in the grade 3-4. Presentations extremely high quality as well as constructive peer comments.Theories, tools and references are widely used.
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 30.09.2019
15 - 40
-
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
2 credits
5 credits
H-5
No optional version.
If you want to AHOT the course and the process ( e.g. Recognition of prior learning), you have to demonstrate knowledge in the "key focus elements" (look at optima space and "welcome section") - and distribute a learning diary (length and guidelines same as in the course) about those themes. But no need to participate to the reading circuit + videos etc. This AHOT must be done before the first all group meeting if you want to use this option.
No exam, course is done through learning assignments.
Innovation pedagogy.
5 ects, detailed guidelines during the first all group session 5.9.19. 135 hours of student work.
Divided into the individual study, reading and reflection,( Learning Diary),
+ team discussions and sharing (Reading circuit)
Interactive online meetings , videos, reading materials and slides
Acording to separate timetable (on-line), for group PINBOS17. Autumn 2019.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.). The reference books must be used when doing the assignments!
Scale : 0- 5
• Fail (0)
There are clear mistakes in the returned tasks, or something is missing (e.g. video-presentation, using references, peer comments etc.) or the tasks returned are very limited. Or the deadlines are neglected.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Satisfactory (1-2)
All the task are returned on time and they reach satisfactory level, but they are limited / narrow and lacking deep analysis. Or the references are very limited.
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Good (3-4)
All the tasks are analytical, and well done. They represent high quality in terms of references, length, deep analysis. And in comparison to other group members there are clear bonus aspects (wider theories, more theories or tools used or so...). Also presentations are high quality. And the peer comments are constructive and analytical
Only those tasks that are returned on time, before the final deadline, are evaluated and can be accepted ! Late returns are not qualified. Please note that Urkund- Plagiarism detection can be used, so use citations and references correctly (according to any standard you wish e.g. Harvard, TUAS etc.)
Scale : 0- 5
• Excellent (5)
All the tasks are excellent. And results are even higher than in the grade 3-4. Presentations extremely high quality as well as constructive peer comments.Theories, tools and references are widely used.
Pia Lindgren
Pia Lindgren (not translated)
Face-to-face
Läromaterial finns på Optima men alla möjliga andra studiematerial kan utnyttjas. (not translated)
Kursen baserar sig på aktivt självständigt arbete och grupparbete. Alla gruppmöten ska bandas. Läraren är med i två möten för hela gruppen samt två möten för studiegrupper. (not translated)
Indivduella online studier samt grupparbete. Läraren med i 4 online möten.
Ständig själv, kamrat och lärarutvärdering ska användas
Feedback på alla uppgifter
portfolio av minst 10 olika affärsdokument som evalueras, andra uppgifter finns för övning (not translated)
16.04.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 30.04.2020
15 - 25
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Motsvarande kurser på andra högskolor. Alternative kurser måste diskuteras och godkännas av läraren. (not translated)
Kursen har ingen tent, utan utvärdering baserar på uppgifter som bandas/filmas och returneras på Optima. (not translated)
Enligt Innopeda: arbetslivets situationer, teamarbete, diskussion
Indivuduell online studier samt grupparbete. Läraren med i 4 online möten.
Själv, kamrat och lärarutvärdering
Feedback på alla uppgifter (not translated)
Kursen ger 5 studiepöänger motsvarar c 133 h arbete
närindervisning börjar 16.4
online möten med läraren 4 h,
självevaluering 2 h
repetition av strukturer och ordförråd c. 33 h
förberedning till online möten/uppgifter 95 h (not translated)
Svenska i arbetslivet ger sammanlagt 5 poänger men i två separarata vitsord: 2 för de muntliga och 3 för de skfriftliga kunskaper. Hela kursen beskrivs undan
Målet är att: studereranden klarar sig i olika muntliga och skrftliga affärslivssituationer. Han/hon kan söka och utnyttja ekonominyheter i media. Han/hon har en realistisk uppfattning om sin språknivå samt en positiv attityd för inlärning. Kursen kräver nivå B1.
Kursen baserar på att bygga ordförråd inom och öva kommunikation.
Kärnet ligger i:
Arbetsansökning och arbetstliv
Arbetsmiljö och omgivande samhälle
Kundkontakter: att bygga och hålla kontakter
Affärslivets terminologi
Kursen öppnas börjar med i den förstea träeffen med en förhandsuppgift den 16.4 och det följande online möte för alla den 5.5. Den sista träffen är den 11.6 (not translated)
undankänd: Studeranden kan inte klara sig i varken skriftliga eller muntliga situationer på grund av knapp ordförråd, bristfälliga strukturer eller uttal. Kommunikationen är svårt eller omöjligt att förstå. Uppgifterna är inte returnerade. (not translated)
1-2 (B1-) Studeranden kan framföra sitt meddelande på svenska i arbetslivets enkla och allmänna situationer trots att enstaka fel gör kommunikationen långsamt och delvis störande. (not translated)
3-4 (B1+) Studenrande kan reagera och uttrycka sig på ett lämpligt sätt i de flesta muntliga arbetslivssituationer. Han/hon kan visa intresse och ställa frågor. Uttalet är inte helt naturlig och det finns brister i strukturer och i ordförråd men studeranden visar motivation och fösöker sitt bästa. (not translated)
4-5 (B2+) Studeranden klarar sig utmärkt i mångsidiga arbetslivssituationer. Han/hon kan kommunicera i den stil som kontexten kräver och ta hänsyn till andra partiet. Kommunikationen är flytande och naturlig. (not translated)
Pia Lindgren
Distance learning
16.04.2020 - 31.07.2020
02.12.2019 - 30.04.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
3 credits
H-5
Kursen beskrivat i detalj in den muntliga delen eftersom innehållet är det samma (not translated)
Taneli Ahtiainen
Distance learning
English
01.08.2019 - 31.12.2019
02.07.2019 - 09.09.2019
0 - 45
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
Hyväksytty/Hylätty
Anne Antero
Distance learning
Finnish
11.05.2020 - 18.06.2020
02.03.2020 - 25.05.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
5 credits
H-5
Ajaya Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Face-to-face
English
01.09.2020 - 31.12.2021
02.08.2020 - 31.08.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Ajaya Joshi
Pia Lindgren
Face-to-face
English
01.09.2020 - 31.12.2021
02.08.2020 - 31.08.2020
Engineering and Business
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
H-5
Nicolas Le Grand
Marjo Joshi
Distance learning
English
03.08.2020 - 03.06.2021
04.07.2020 - 02.08.2020
Liiketalous (not translated)
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
H-5
Nicolas Le Grand
Marjo Joshi
Distance learning
English
01.01.2021 - 31.12.2021
02.12.2020 - 31.12.2020
Liiketalous (not translated)
Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)
Location-independent
1 credits
H-5