Upcoming implementations:

•   Communication in Professional Contexts 3041254-3005 07.09.2023-30.11.2023  5 credits  (PINBOS21) +-
  Teacher(s) in charge

  Pia Lindgren, Anniina Teittinen

  Learning material

  Assignment-based support materials provided by course teachers on the course platform, subject-based materials by students themselves

  Learning methods

  Independent/pair work; Applied research, reporting and pitching; Online meetings in groups.
  
  Independent/pair research and reflection (integrated with Contemporary Topics in Digital Business). Same written assignment applies for both courses.
  
  Interactive online meetings
  Team discussions and sharing
  Reading materials

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Self, peer and teacher feedback and assessment; report, pitch, attendance in online meetings.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  07.09.2023 - 30.11.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.06.2023 - 07.09.2023

  Group(s)

  • PINBOS21

  Seats

  10 - 40

  Responsible unit

  Liiketalous (not translated)

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Teachers of the course:
  Pia Lindgren
  Anniina Teittinen

  Additional information

  Itslearning and email

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in International Business (not translated)

  Campus

  Location-independent

  RDI share

  0.00 credits

  Share of online studies

  5.00 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  The student can apply for accreditation prior to the course starts. Alternative ways must be discussed with course teachers.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  No written examinations.

  Pedagogic approaches

  innovation pedagogy; international and business-life oriented task-based pair work
  integration with the course 'Contemporary Topics in Digital Business'
  
  Individual pair study supported by peer discussions and teacher guidance
  Co-creation and co-teaching
  Assignment-based and continuous assessment

  Student's schedule and workload

  5ECTS, 135 hours student work
  -applied research
  -reporting
  -pitching
  -working as pairs
  -discussing in teams

  Content scheduling

  - Write to inform, influence and persuade by making use of field-specific sources
  - Share information in a field-specific student community
  - Pitch information to create interest and to convince an audience
  - Make use of modern communication tools used in working life
  - Communicate in English as a professional in academic contexts
  - Support student in the future thesis writing process
  
  This course is closely integrated with Contemporary Topics in Digital Business
  
  Implementation in the autumn semester 2023

  Assessment criteria

  Failed (0)

  Student did not complete required course assignments that show competence in course topics, did not participate adequately 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.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student shows ability to communicate in demanding situations requiring professional communication skills but the style, vocabulary and contents are somewhat limited.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student demonstrates adequate ability to write and speak in professional/educational contexts (research paper, pitch). The student is able to give and apply constructive feedback on personal communication competence in team-based contexts.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student is able to analyse and apply appropriately in field-specific communicative situations. The students are able to adapt and adjust their communication style and suggest ways of improving the communication in different professional/educational situations. Well-argued feedback to others.