Green Export Growth from Circular Economy (1cr)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Content scheduling

Gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to apply circular economy principles in international trade. This fully automated MOOC provides a concise introduction to circular economy practices in export operations, specifically designed for SME exporters, international trade professionals, and future business leaders. Across four focused episodes, you will explore: The fundamentals of the circular economy and its relevance to global trade Practical strategies for integrating circularity into export operations How sustainable practices drive innovation, strengthen brand reputation, and enhance market access Implementing and scaling circular economy principles to foster continuous improvement and long-term competitiveness Learning Outcomes After completing the course, you will be able to: Explain the key principles of the circular economy and their role in international trade Identify opportunities to apply circular approaches to enhance competitiveness and sustainability in export operations Illustrate practical strategies for integrating circular economy practices into business processes Who Should Participate Finnish SME exporters aiming to strengthen sustainability and competitiveness in international markets Students pursuing careers in international business, export management, or sustainable trade Professionals transitioning into export, business development, or sustainability roles New employees seeking structured onboarding in sustainable export operations The course content has been developed based on expert lectures and industry collaboration within Laurea UAS’s RDI (Research, Development and Innovation) project. Learn how to apply circular economy principles to boost competitiveness, embrace sustainability, and unlock new opportunities in global trade through this practical, self-paced online course.

Objective

The student is able to - describe how circular economy principles can support export growth - give examples of sustainable practices in supply chains and packaging for export - explain how circular economy thinking can be included in export-related business development

Location and time

In the Digicampus online learning environment during the duration of the course. See Timing.

Materials

The learning materials are available on the online learning platform.

Teaching methods

Self-paced online course. The course is completed entirely independently by the end of the course deadline. You will study the material in an online learning environment, which includes study materials and assignments/tests. No personal feedback will be provided on the assignments.

Employer connections

The course content has been developed based on expert lectures and industry collaboration within Laurea UAS’s RDI (Research, Development and Innovation) project.

Exam schedules

The course workspace will remain open until the end of the course deadline (see Timing), and all assignments must be completed before the workspace closes.

Pedagogic approaches and sustainable development

The study unit is suitable for exchange students and supports the development of international competencies in a multicultural learning environment.

Completion alternatives

According to the degree regulations (2024), Students are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning regardless of where, when and how the competence has been acquired. ... At Laurea, there are two different procedures for the recognition and accreditation of prior learning: a) accreditation of prior learning (competence acquired in higher education studies at another institution) and b) demonstration of competence (competence acquired in other ways). The recognition and accreditation of prior learning is initiated by the student themselves. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence. The student is entitled to guidance for the recognition and accreditation of their competence. Further information in the student intranet. You may also assess work-based learning as a way to acquire the competence needed. Read more in the student intranet.

Student workload

Workload of the study is measured in a way that to acquire the goal competence of the study, one credit corresponds to an average of 26.7 hours of work done by the student. The actual time needed varies e.g. according to prior competence.

Evaluation methods and criteria

"Competence assessment is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the assessment criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies" (Laurea degree regulations 2024). In this study unit, the assessment of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level II.