Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Location and time

The study unit starts in autumn semester Oct 13 and continues in the spring semester until Feb 28.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Pls. see Canvas

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Includes a LbD part with a case company chosen by the student team

Important dates

Pls. see Canvas

Students workload

Pls. see Canvas

Content and scheduling

Pls. see Canvas

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

REQUIREMENT LEVEL I
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
5 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
3 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
– gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
–report in the agreed manner
– work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work in a team
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety-related risks
– justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
H/1 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work as a member of a team
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Teaching methods

The study unit is based on
- text and video material in Canvas
- quizzes and discussions of the topics addressed
- weekly non-mandatory online sessions in Zoom to reflect and share experiences
- some slightly larger assignments carried along the course to apply the knowledge acquired
- visiting experts
- optionally some other learning experiments like business simulations

Learning materials and recommended literature

The learning material is mainly videos from public sources like YouTube. There is a variety of topics and it is not possible to give a single textbook. Some references are given during the course.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

To recognize your prior learning you need to follow the genaral recognition process. Students with experience are, however, recommended not to try to recognize it to skip the course but join the course and share their experience with others. Some assignments can be waived for experienced students case by case.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Industry experts are invited to talk about their field whenever available and suitable for the course content.
There may even be some short projects with partners depending on their availability but in general this course does not have major teamwork.

Important dates

The detailed course schedule will be published in Canvas some days prior to the start of the course. Participation in the opening session is highly recommended to get a better overview of the course and the assignments. However, it is not mandatory as typically in campus courses. The sessions are recorded when possible but for potential technical issues this cannot be guaranteed.

Forms of internationality

The course will be offered in English because most of the students are international.

Students workload

The course requires constant steady participation and progress to avoid overload at the end. Pass criteria is intentionally low but to get the most of the course content, interest in the topics and self-motivation to learn beyond the requirements is critical.

Content and scheduling

The main modules of the course are:
1. Orientation
2. Introduction to Business Analysis and Business IT
3. What is Business (strategy, value creation, organization, applications, data etc)?
4. Entrerprise Architecture
5. ITIL and DevOps concepts
6. Business Process Management
7. Supply Chain Management basics

Further information for students

The course is designed and offered for students starting their degree program, or those who have failed the course. earlier. The course is somewhat an introduction to the program, covering business management in a general level but having an eye on IT.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

The course assessment is based on points acquired in the quizzes and assignments, and active participation, according to the schedule given in Canvas.

To pass this 10 cr course you need to pass the initial quiz and pass each of the main modules. Each module has a certain weight against the final grade. The module consists of theory (assessed by quizzes) and practise (other assignments including discussions).

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Teaching methods

Blended learning

Learning materials and recommended literature

Pls. see canvas

Important dates

Pls. see Canvas

Students workload

Pls. see Canvas

Content and scheduling

Pls. see Canvas

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

REQUIREMENT LEVEL I
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
5 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
3 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
– gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
–report in the agreed manner
– work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work in a team
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety-related risks
– justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
H/1 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work as a member of a team
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Please see Canvas

Important dates

The study unit begins on 14th October, See the autumn schedule in section "Content and scheduling" below.

- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization

The second part of the study unit begins on week 3, 2023. The time schedule will be published later - classes weeks 3-13. Please note that the study unit is once in a week but may be another day than in autumn.

- recognize the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment
- apply the concepts of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development - focus in supply chain management: sales and sourcing processes.
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

Content and scheduling

Week Topic
41 Lecture : Business Processes
42 Lecture : Business Processes and Information Systems
43 Exam - Online: Business Processes
44 Assignment 1: Business Processes (MS Visio)
45 Assignment 1: Business Processes Continues
46 Introduction and login: MS Business Central ERP system
47 Exercise in the classroom: MS Business Central ERP system
48 Assignment 2: MS Business Central ERP system
49 Assignment 2: BC MS Business Central ERP system continues

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

Englanniksi
REQUIREMENT LEVEL I
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
5 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
3 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
– gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
–report in the agreed manner
– work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work in a team
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety-related risks
– justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
H/1 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work as a member of a team
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Teaching methods

The study unit is based on
- text and video material in Canvas
- quizzes and discussions of the topics addressed
- weekly non-mandatory online sessions in Zoom to reflect and share experiences
- some slightly larger assignments carried along the course to apply the knowledge acquired
- visiting experts
- optionally some other learning experiments like business simulations

Learning materials and recommended literature

The learning material is mainly videos from public sources like YouTube. There is a variety of topics and it is not possible to give a single textbook. Some references are given during the course.

Alternative completion methods of implementation

To recognize your prior learning you need to follow the genaral recognition process. Students with experience are, however, recommended not to try to recognize it to skip the course but join the course and share their experience with others. Some assignments can be waived for experienced students case by case.

Co-operation with working life and/or RDI

Industry experts are invited to talk about their field whenever available and suitable for the course content.
There may even be some short projects with partners depending on their availability but in general this course does not have major teamwork.

Important dates

The detailed course schedule will be published in Canvas some days prior to the start of the course. Participation in the opening session is highly recommended to get a better overview of the course and the assignments. However, it is not mandatory as typically in campus courses. The sessions are recorded when possible but for potential technical issues this cannot be guaranteed.

The critical day is about two weeks from the opening session when the first quizz is due. Failure to submit successfully in time will lead to removal from the course.

The online sessions will have a fixed day and time every week, about 2 hours. Some can be cancelled and they will be announced in Canvas. Canvas has priority over Pakki in case of conflicts.

Forms of internationality

The course will be offered in English because most of the students are international.

Students workload

The course requires constant steady participation and progress to avoid overload at the end. Pass criteria is intentionally low but to get the most of the course content, interest in the topics and self-motivation to learn beyond the requirements is critical.

Content and scheduling

The main modules of the course are:
1. Orientation
2. Introduction to Business Analysis and Business IT
3. What is Business (strategy, value creation, organization, applications, data etc)?
4. Entrerprise Architecture
5. ITIL and DevOps concepts
6. Business Process Management
7. Supply Chain Management basics

Further information for students

The course is designed and offered for students starting their degree program, or those who have failed the course. earlier. The course is somewhat an introduction to the program, covering business management in a general level but having an eye on IT.

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

The course assessment is based on points acquired in the quizzes and assignments, and active participation, according to the schedule given in Canvas.

To pass this 10 cr course you need to pass the initial quiz and pass each of the main modules. Each module has a certain weight against the final grade. The module consists of theory (assessed by quizzes) and practise (other assignments including discussions).

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- describe the opportunities, operators and networks in the business environment*
- define the functions, processes and IT systems of an organization
- define the core and supporting processes of an organization
- apply the concept of value chain and customer driven value creation in process development
- assess the financial and operational performance of logistics as part of the supply chain management

*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.

Teaching methods

Blended learning

Learning materials and recommended literature

Pls. see canvas

Important dates

Pls. see Canvas

Students workload

Pls. see Canvas

Content and scheduling

Pls. see Canvas

Grading scale

H-5

Evaluation methods and criteria

REQUIREMENT LEVEL I
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
5 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
– work independently, using the skills and methods learned
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
– anticipate his/her need for guidance
– promote the team’s work and team spirit
– manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
– work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
– plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
3 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
– gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
–report in the agreed manner
– work using the skills and methods learned
– engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
– take part in guidance and utilise it
– engage in goal-oriented work in a team
– plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
– detect safety-related risks
– justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
H/1 THE STUDENT IS ABLE TO
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
– work as a member of a team
– plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
– work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
– follow the provided instructions and rules