Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Degree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S24, Leppävaara
Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 1
Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Degree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Degree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Kirsi Maste
- Marjaana Ajanto
Teacher in charge
Kirsi Maste
Groups
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- create a personal career plan
- look into employment opportunities and prerequisites for entrepreneurship in their own field
- build and utilize professional networks
- describe their own competence, apply for jobs in the field and understand the significance of social media in the job seeking process
- anticipate future trends in the job market and their likely impact on their career
- promote personal well-being
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Further information
The learning outcomes are assessed by using level 1 of Laurea's common assessment criteria.
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Service Business Management (HMA), Laurea Leppävaara
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Katja Suonperä
- Juhani Kettunen
- Marjaana Ajanto
- Anna Nolvi
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HMA221SNDegree Programme in Service Business Management, daytime studies, S21, Leppävaara
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HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- present justified suggestions for development in relation to working life
- conceptualize phenomena related to working life based on research results
- use proper research and development methods in order to produce new knowledge
- act in development projects cooperatively and in a responsible manner with working life and other partners
- evaluate their own activities and solutions critically
- understand concepts in an extensive scale and present topics logically and based on arguments
Location and time
There are no contact lessons. All the guidance is given by your thesis supervisor. Please send an email to juhani.kettunen@laurea.fi if you don't have a supervisor and are willing to start the thesis process.
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sini Setälä
Teacher in charge
Sini Setälä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
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HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- evaluate the effects of psychological, social, cognitive, and emotional factors on economic decision making
- discuss the role of rationality and emotions in purchasing decisions
- explain the mechanisms that define judgment processes
Teaching methods
Contact classes, team work, individual work.
Location and time
In Leppävaara according to schedule. Presence on the first day is compulsory, as well as presence during team presentations and possible guest lectures.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Literature:
Barden, Phil. (2013). Decoded. The Science Behind Why We Buy. Wiley.
Bazerman, Max H. & Moore, Don A. (2013) Judgment in Managerial Decision Making. Wiley.
Kahneman, Daniel, Sibony, Olivier & Sunstein, Caa R. (2021). Noise - A Flaw in Human Judgment. Little Brown Spark, Hachette Book Group.
Kahnemann, Daniel. (2011). Thinking Fast and Slow. Penguin Books.
Thaler, Richard H. (2015). Misbehaving. The Making of Behavioral Economics. W.W. Norton & Company Inc.
Thaler, Richard H. & Sustein, Cass R. (2008). Nudge. Improving Decisions, about Health, Wealth, and Happiness. Yale University Press.
Please visit the Laurea library to find more information on this topic.
Articles:
Kahnemann, Daniel & Tversky, Amos. (1974) Judgment under Undercertainty: Heuristics and Biases. Science. New Series. Vol. 185, No. 4157 (Sept. 27, 1974), pp. 1124-1131
Thaler, Richard H. (2008). Mental Accounting and Consumer Choice. Marketing Science. Vol. 27, No. 1. January-February 2008, pp. 15-25
From the net:
How You Really Make Decisions
Barry Schwartz: The Paradox of Choice
How Do People Really Make Choices
Dan Ariely: Are We in Control of Our Own Decisions?
Richard Thaler: Nudge - an overview
Richard Thaler: PBS News Hour
Mike Vaughan: How to Ask Better Questions
Important dates
Contact classes and deadlines.
Further information for students
Behavioral economics assumes that people are boundedly rational actors with limited cognitive processing power and time, whose choices are influenced by the contexts in which decisions are embedded. (Samson, Behavioral Economics Guide 2017)
Behavioral economics takes into account the effects of psychological, social, cognitive, and emotional factors on economic decision making. During this course we will study them, discuss the role of rationality and emotions in purchasing decisions and seek to understand the mechanisms that define judgment processes.
The assignments that arrive late will be graded only if the late handing in has been agreed in advance with the teacher. The honoring of deadlines is taken into account in the grading. The late handing in will lower the grade, and if not justified, disallows the completing of this course.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
BACHELOR'S DEGREE INITIAL STAGE STUDENTS
EXCELLENT
grade 5
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts expertly.
• Comply with occupational safety instructions responsibly and independently.
• Justify activities using research knowledge.
• Work independently and take initiatives in line with objectives. Operations are often flexible, systematic, development-oriented, creative and active.
• Select the appropriate techniques and models for activities, and justify the choices.
• Act in customer-oriented ways and according to the situation.
• Promote group activities.
• Able to critically apply ethical principles in the subject field in one's conduct and tasks.
GOOD
grade 3
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts systematically.
• Apply occupational safety instructions in their activities.
• Justify, compare and analyse their activities using general guidelines.
• Able to cope independently in different tasks in each operating environment.
• Apply acquired techniques and models diversely.
• Act professionally in customer situations.
• Work in a group in line with objectives.
• Justify their activities in accordance with ethical principles..
SATISFACTORY,
grade 1
Students are able to:
• Apply most important/individual and appropriate professional concepts, and indicate their familiarity with the knowledge base.
• Act safely, although activities are often schematic/ experimental/ fumbling/ self-involved.
• Comply with rules and instructions, and justify their activities using provided instructions.
• Act appropriately under guidance.
• Use acquired techniques and models.
• Take customers into account in their actions.
• Act as group members.
• Act in accordance with ethical principles.
Enrollment
11.09.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
05.10.2023 - 30.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe the different economic, social and ecological factors and megatrends affecting the global economy*
- explain the structure of the economy and the different economic policies in a global framework
- describe the history and drivers of international trade
- identify international actors in the global economy
*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Location and time
Lectures at Leppävaara Campus.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be given in the Canvas workspace
Content and scheduling
Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and International Economics
Further information for students
This is study unit is held daytime on Leppävaara campus
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Timing
01.11.2023 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Katriina Reponen
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe the different economic, social and ecological factors and megatrends affecting the global economy*
- explain the structure of the economy and the different economic policies in a global framework
- describe the history and drivers of international trade
- identify international actors in the global economy
*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Grading scale
H-5
Timing
09.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Katriina Reponen
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe the different economic, social and ecological factors and megatrends affecting the global economy*
- explain the structure of the economy and the different economic policies in a global framework
- describe the history and drivers of international trade
- identify international actors in the global economy
*The verb 'recognize' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Grading scale
H-5
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
03.11.2023 - 28.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Seppo Luode
- Marjaana Ajanto
- Mervi Saarela
Teacher in charge
Mervi Saarela
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
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
Timing
09.01.2024 - 20.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Seppo Luode
- Mervi Saarela
Teacher in charge
Mervi Saarela
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
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.
Grading scale
H-5
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
18.09.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
40 - 120
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
- Marika Nikkinen
- Marjaana Ajanto
- Kaija Koivusalo
Teacher in charge
Kaija Koivusalo
Groups
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- analyze environmental, social and economic responsibilities in service business
- develop sustainable practises in organisations
Teaching methods
A special implementation incorporating the Working Across Borders project in an international environment.
For more details see (link is to the 2022 implementation, no new info yet): https://www.ucll.be/international/short-programmes-international/virtual-projects/virtual-exchange-working-across-borders
Learning materials and recommended literature
All materials will be delivered via Canvas and Toledo.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
If you feel that you have already acquired the competences targeted in this study unit, or example you have worked closely with CSR issues, please send your Competence analysis to the course lecturers. The latest time to send the analysis is two weeks before the start of the study unit.
Co-operation with working life and/or RDI
The course includes a company project with an international client.
Important dates
Course opens in Canvas: 18 September
Class online meeting 29 September 1 pm
Project kick-off date: Tuesday, 10 October (online) 3 pm
Final seminar with the client: Tuesday, 12 December (online) 3 pm (note! not 11 December)
Forms of internationality
An international project with over 500 students from 10 countries is integrated into this study unit.
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of work.
Content and scheduling
A detailed schedule will be given in Canvas.
Further information for students
This implementation is intended for students on English-language BBA programmes. Students from Finnish-language BBA programmes who are interested in CSR and sustainability issues and are keen to develop their international networks and collaborate with students around the world are very welcome! Good English language skills are recommended.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The study unit follows the Level 2 criteria.
Scoring for assignments is detailed in Canvas. The following is an overview:
3 ECTS are based on the Working Across Border assignments (points are given for teamwork, a team pitch of a client proposal, peer evaluations, a readiness test and self-introduction)
2 ECTS are given for the work done in the Canvas CSR environment and summarised in a Learning Diary submitted at the end of the course
Evaluation criteria, fail (0)
The student does not complete the required assignments satisfactorily.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 1)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner and demonstrate his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
– report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– act independently taking into account the operating environment
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– describe the significance of his/her actions for successful co-operation
– describe his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 3)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– critically evaluate information and justify their actions with science-based knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– propose creative solutions at work
– promote professional co-operation and enhance customer and partner relationships
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– act in a manner that promotes the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
– describe the development of his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUIREMENT LEVEL 2 (GRADE 5)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
The student is able to:
– analyse the acquired information, draw conclusions and combine theoretical knowledge with experiential knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
– evaluate the applicability of produced knowledge, skill or idea to other contexts as well as their impact
– anticipate needs of customers and/or co-operation partners
Assessed as applicable: TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
The student is able to:
– evaluate and develop the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
– evaluate the possibilities for utilising competence and plan his/her personal development and development of the team
Further information
The learning outcomes of the study unit/project are evaluated based on the requirement level 2 of Laurea's common evaluation criteria.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
28.02.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Marika Nikkinen
- Marjo Lipasti
Teacher in charge
Marjo Lipasti
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
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HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- evaluate the prerequisites for customer-oriented operation, and different customer needs and solutions
- develop customer-oriented business models and processes
- innovate customer-oriented products and services*
- choose the right marketing measures for different target groups
*The verb 'develop' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Teaching methods
A Canvas learning environment is used to support the implementation, but it is important to take part in teaching and guidance on campus according to schedule. The study unit includes working in pairs or groups. You will receive individual feedback for assignments from the teacher, and working life or peer feedback may also be utilised.
Learning materials and recommended literature
E.g
Finch, Brian. 2013. How to write a business plan. Kogan Page.
Kotler, Philip & Armstrong, Gary. (2012). Principles of Marketing. Pearson.
Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. 2009. Business Model Generation. Amsterdam. Self Published.
Robbins, Stephen P. & Judge, Timothy A. (2016). Essentials of Organizational Behavior. Pearson.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Important dates
According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
Students workload
10 ECTS = 270 hours of student work
Content and scheduling
Developing a business idea and making a business plan. Learning to use Business Model Canvas.
During this course the student will learn to:
- evaluate the prerequisites for customer-oriented operation, and different customer needs and solutions
- develop customer-oriented business models and processes
- develop customer-oriented products and services
- choose the right marketing measures for different target groups
Further information for students
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor level education.
According to the degree regulations (section 18) students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place.
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use their knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report
Professional practice and workplace development
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- 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 their need for guidance
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- 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
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
Teamwork, skills, leadership, and responsibility
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage their 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
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of their work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify their actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of their work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules
“Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. Laurea provides examination retake dates. Students must register for these examinations no later than 10 days before the retake date. A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt." (Laurea degree regulations.)
All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed. If Ouriginal is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
22.01.2024 - 25.03.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual proportion
6 op
RDI proportion
4 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 80
Degree programmes
- Liiketalouden koulutus (HLY2), Laurea yhteinen (Finnish)
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Veera Peltomaa
- Petri Miinalainen
Teacher in charge
Veera Peltomaa
Groups
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NDA223KATietojenkäsittelyn koulutus, digitaalisten palveluiden kehittäminen, monimuotototeutus, K23, Leppävaara
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HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
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HLA223KNLiiketalouden koulutus, taloushallinto ja rahoitus, päivätoteutus, K23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- analyze traffic in digital channels
- plan digital customer experience
- plan marketing and sales for digital channels
- use digital tools in marketing and sales
- apply regulations for digital business
Teaching methods
There are two parts in this course.
A) common, individual self-paced ONLINE studies related to digital sales & marketing on Laurea's Canvas-learning management system. You will familiarize yourself with Google and Hubspot certificates. Lecturers will guide you in discussion forum if any help needed.
B) customer development PROJECT done in teams, preferably in Digital Living Lab. Students will be teamed up and they can select customer or R&D project from the list or suggest their own one (e.g. related to entrepreneurship).
Presence is compulsory during the kickoff on 22nd of January at 14:00.
Student must complete the orientation assignment on time to ensure place in the course. Deadline for the orientation assignment is 29.1.2024
Location and time
Guidances on zoom.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Information about the material is announced on the learning platform (Canvas) and Trello-platforms. In addition this book is needed:
Kotler P. , Kartajaya H., Setiawan I., Marketing 4.0 – Moving from Traditional to Digital, parts 4-7 (https://laurea.finna.fi/Record/nelli01.3710000000952392)
Alternative completion methods of implementation
According to the degree regulations “all students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognized and accredited by the teacher responsible for the module or study unit or another person designated by the director of the UAS unit. The assessment is carried out according to the same criteria and grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit.” For further information visit Student intranet/Opiskelijaintra.
Co-operation with working life and/or RDI
Worklife skills and competences are built through achieving industry certifications during the course. There are also customer development project in this course.
Important dates
The coaching sessions take place between Jan 22, 2024 - March 11, 2024 between 14-16.00. The couching sessions are online. These sessions and link to Zoom can be found in your calendars (Pakki). Also possible changes/cancellations are noted there
Students are also encouraged to meet each other and the coaches face-to-face during the course in Laurea Digital Living Lab, Room 009, Leppävaara campus.
Forms of internationality
This course is suitable for exchange students as well.
Students workload
One credit equals approximately 26.7 hours of work performed by the student.
Content and scheduling
The main themes in the course are:
- Digital Transformation
- Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
- Digital Marketing & Lead Acquisition
- Social Media Marketing
- Sales in Today's World
- Legal Issues
Further information for students
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor's level education. According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrolment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation criteria, fail (0)
See details on Canvas -platform.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
See details on Canvas -platform.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
See details on Canvas -platform.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
See details on Canvas -platform.
Timing
14.08.2023 - 03.09.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
0 op
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 150
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security (NCA2), Laurea Leppävaara
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services (NSA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sirpa Mattila
- Annika Kirkkomäki
Teacher in charge
Annika Kirkkomäki
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
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NSA223SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services, virtual studies, S23, Leppävaara
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NCA223SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security, virtual studies, S23, Leppävaara
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HRA223SADegree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management, blended learning, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
At the beginning of their studies, all students who have English and/or Swedish qualifications on prior certificates required for studies at Laurea, or who have received previous instruction in English and/or Swedish take initial tests in these languages. The initial tests are the same for all fields of study and may only be taken once. Students who transfer between degrees within Laurea do not have to retake the test. The test is used to check the students’ starting level before language studies begin. Students who fail the test must take preparatory studies in the language at the start of their studies. Having passed the preparatory studies, students obtain credits for inclusion in elective studies.
Further information
At the beginning of their studies, all students who have Swedish qualifications on prior certificates required for studies at Laurea take initial test in Swedish, with the exception of those whose mother tongue or language of education is Swedish.
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
31.08.2023 - 05.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Anja Mertanen
Teacher in charge
Anja Mertanen
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- speak and understand Finnish in very basic and familiar everyday situations
- find information in very short texts and write simple messages
- use some of the basic grammar structures
- become familiar with Finnish cultural manners and customs
- reach the target level of A1.1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Teaching methods
The course will have lessons every week during the whole semester. It's aiming at basic knowledge of Finnish grammar and vocabulary to guarantee that the students will be able to speak and understand Finnish in very basic everyday situations. The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Refrence for Languages. NOTICE! THE STUDENTS HAVE TO BE PRESENT AT THE 1ST SESSION OR INFORM THE TEACHER IN ADVANCE ON THEIR ABSENCE. Otherwise they may loose their place at the course.
Location and time
Leppävaara campus. Weekly sessions during the whole semester (once a week, 3 lessons). NOTICE! THE STUDENTS HAVE TO BE PRESENT AT THE 1ST SESSION OR INFORM THE TEACHER IN ADVANCE ON THEIR ABSENCE. Otherwise they may loose their place at the course.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Oma Suomi 1 -book.
Students workload
According to Laurea mathematics, 5 credits requires a workload of 135 hours. About 50 of them will be used for weekly lessons in classroom. Homework and home studies will take the rest of the hours, however, it may vary depending on students' personal activeness, skills and goals.
Content and scheduling
Basic grammar (verb conjugation, endings, questions, possessive etc), vocabulary (related to food, accomodation, studying, describing a person, family, hobbies, numbers, telling the time, weekdays, months, weather, etc.), cultural issues (facts, customs, habits in Finland), oral exercises (buying a ticket, paying at the cashier, discussing different issues, personal questions etc.).
Further information for students
No prerequisites required.
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Refrence for Languages.
Final grade will consist of the following:
1. Written exam at the end of the course
2. Oral exam at the end of the course
3. Small vocabulary tests during the course
4. Active participation and attendence in the lessons
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
Evaluation criteria, approved/failed
Grading 1-5, 1 being the lowest and 5 the highest grade.
Final grade will consist of the following:
1. Written exam at the end of the course
2. Oral exam at the end of the course
3. Small vocabulary tests during the course
4. Active participation and attendence in the lessons
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
Further information
The study unit is for those whose language of education and mother tongue are other than Finnish and Swedish and who have not studied Finnish before.
Timing
01.11.2023 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Meri Punkari
Teacher in charge
Meri Punkari
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- speak and understand Finnish in very basic and familiar everyday situations
- find information in very short texts and write simple messages
- use some of the basic grammar structures
- become familiar with Finnish cultural manners and customs
- reach the target level of A1.1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Teaching methods
The course will have lessons between 6.11.2023-15.2.2024. It's aiming at basic knowledge of Finnish grammar and vocabulary to guarantee that the students will be able to speak and understand Finnish in very basic everyday situations. The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Refrence for Languages. NOTICE! THE STUDENTS HAVE TO BE PRESENT AT THE 1ST SESSION OR INFORM THE TEACHER IN ADVANCE ON THEIR ABSENCE. Otherwise they may loose their place at the course.
Location and time
Leppävaara campus. NOTICE! THE STUDENTS HAVE TO BE PRESENT AT THE 1ST SESSION OR INFORM THE TEACHER IN ADVANCE ON THEIR ABSENCE. Otherwise they may loose their place at the course.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Oma Suomi 1 -ebook.
Students workload
According to Laurea mathematics, 5 credits requires a workload of 135 hours. About 50 of them will be used for weekly lessons in classroom. Homework and home studies will take the rest of the hours, however, it may vary depending on students' personal activeness, skills and goals.
Content and scheduling
Basic grammar (verb conjugation, endings, questions, possessive etc), vocabulary (related to food, accomodation, studying, describing a person, family, hobbies, numbers, telling the time, weekdays, months, weather, etc.), cultural issues (facts, customs, habits in Finland), oral exercises (buying a ticket, paying at the cashier, discussing different issues, personal questions etc.).
Further information for students
No prerequisites required.
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The target level is A1.1. in the Common European Framework of Refrence for Languages.
Final grade will consist of the following:
1. Written exam at the end of the course
2. Small vocabulary tests during the course
3. Active participation and attendence in the lessons
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
4. Some submitted excercises
Evaluation criteria, approved/failed
Grading 1-5, 1 being the lowest and 5 the highest grade.
Final grade will consist of the following:
1. Written exam at the end of the course
2. Oral exam at the end of the course
3. Small vocabulary tests during the course
4. Active participation and attendence in the lessons
Required attendance: 80 % of lessons unless otherwise agreed.
Further information
The study unit is for those whose language of education and mother tongue are other than Finnish and Swedish and who have not studied Finnish before.
Timing
14.12.2023 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Meri Punkari
Teacher in charge
Meri Punkari
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- speak and understand Finnish in very basic and familiar everyday situations
- find information in very short texts and write simple messages
- use some of the basic grammar structures
- become familiar with Finnish cultural manners and customs
- reach the target level of A1.1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Grading scale
H-5
Further information
The study unit is for those whose language of education and mother tongue are other than Finnish and Swedish and who have not studied Finnish before.
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
11.09.2023 - 27.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sini Setälä
Teacher in charge
Sini Setälä
Groups
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- analyse and develop their activity as a member of the work community and a manager
- apply labour legislation and collective agreements
- analyse the work community and promote well-being at work
Teaching methods
Lectures
Teamwork
Reports
Powerpoint presentations
Location and time
Leppävaara campus
Learning materials and recommended literature
Bibliography:
Strategy/Management/Leadership/HRM
Robbins, Stephen P., Judge, Timothy A. 2016: Essentials of Organizational Behavior. Pearson, Harlow.
Robbins, Stephen P., Judge, Timothy A. 2010: Organizational Behavior. Pearson, Harlow
Lynch, Richard 2006: Corporate strategy. Prentice Hall, Harlow.
Well-being at Work:
Maylett, Tracy EdD & Wride, Matthew JD. 2017. The Employee Experience. How to Attract Talent, Retain Top Performers, and Drive Results. Wiley.
MacRae, Ian & Furnham, Adrian. 2017. Motivation and Performance. A guide to motivating a diverse workforce. Kogan Page Limited.
Internet:
Pentti Sydänmaanlakka: Self-Leadership
How Good Are You at Leading Yourself?
eBooks, articles searched for the literature study
Alternative completion methods of implementation
Normal recognition of prior learning and demonstration of competence are applied.
Important dates
Presence during the first lecture, team presentations, and possible guest lecturers is compulsory.
Forms of internationality
This course is suitable for exchange students.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
BACHELOR'S DEGREE INITIAL STAGE STUDENTS
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
SATISFACTORY,
grade 1
Students are able to:
• Apply most important/individual and appropriate professional concepts, and indicate their familiarity with the knowledge base.
• Act safely, although activities are often schematic/ experimental/ fumbling/ self-involved.
• Comply with rules and instructions, and justify their activities using provided instructions.
• Act appropriately under guidance.
• Use acquired techniques and models.
• Take customers into account in their actions.
• Act as group members.
• Act in accordance with ethical principles.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
GOOD
grade 3
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts systematically.
• Apply occupational safety instructions in their activities.
• Justify, compare and analyse their activities using general guidelines.
• Able to cope independently in different tasks in each operating environment.
• Apply acquired techniques and models diversely.
• Act professionally in customer situations.
• Work in a group in line with objectives.
• Justify their activities in accordance with ethical principles..
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
EXCELLENT
grade 5
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts expertly.
• Comply with occupational safety instructions responsibly and independently.
• Justify activities using research knowledge.
• Work independently and take initiatives in line with objectives. Operations are often flexible, systematic, development-oriented, creative and active.
• Select the appropriate techniques and models for activities, and justify the choices.
• Act in customer-oriented ways and according to the situation.
• Promote group activities.
• Able to critically apply ethical principles in the subject field in one's conduct and tasks.
Timing
28.08.2023 - 24.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Ilona Rönkä
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan their studies, taking into account prior learning and employment opportunities in the field
- understand the significance of internationality in the job market
- obtain information about opportunities for developing competences
- apply different learning techniques
- assess their personal well-being and its significance for their professional resilience
- assess their need for guidance and support
- identify and evaluate personal strengths and development needs
Teaching methods
This course is a part of the From a Student to a Professional study unit which consists of 3 modules which includes:
YY00BN52 Study Skills and Professional Orientation
YY00BN53 Professional Development
YY00BN54 Starting a Successful Career
The study unit consists of online materials delivered through the Canvas platform. These contain information about the assignments and group sessions.
Learning materials and recommended literature
All materials are available in Canvas.
Important dates
The course is available before the start of the first semester. Students are invited to complete two pre-course tasks (a self-introduction and a short questionnaire) before attending the orientation week from August 28th 2023.
Other dates are given in Canvas.
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of student work.
Content and scheduling
See Canvas
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Evaluation methods and criteria
Evaluation methods and criteria are given in Canvas.
Further information
The learning outcomes are assessed by using level 1 of Laurea's common assessment criteria.
Timing
01.11.2023 - 30.06.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
Teacher in charge
Sebastian King
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan their studies, taking into account prior learning and employment opportunities in the field
- understand the significance of internationality in the job market
- obtain information about opportunities for developing competences
- apply different learning techniques
- assess their personal well-being and its significance for their professional resilience
- assess their need for guidance and support
- identify and evaluate personal strengths and development needs
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Further information
The learning outcomes are assessed by using level 1 of Laurea's common assessment criteria.
Timing
20.11.2023 - 17.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Marika Nikkinen
Teacher in charge
Marika Nikkinen
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan their studies, taking into account prior learning and employment opportunities in the field
- understand the significance of internationality in the job market
- obtain information about opportunities for developing competences
- apply different learning techniques
- assess their personal well-being and its significance for their professional resilience
- assess their need for guidance and support
- identify and evaluate personal strengths and development needs
Teaching methods
This course is a part of the From a Student to a Professional study unit which consists of 3 modules which includes:
YY00BN52 Study Skills and Professional Orientation (2 ECTS 2023-2024)
YY00BN53 Professional Development (2 ECTS 2024-2025)
YY00BN54 Starting a Successful Career (1 ECTS 2025)
In each module you will have PSP (Personal Study Plan) discussions with your tutor teacher, group discussions with your peers and carry out tasks that will support your study and career goals.
The study unit consists of online materials delivered through the Canvas platform. These contain information about the assignments and group sessions.
Learning materials and recommended literature
All materials are available in Canvas.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Important dates
The course is available before the start of the first semester. Students are invited to complete two pre-course tasks (a self-introduction and a short questionnaire) before attending the orientation day (TBD).
Other dates are given in Canvas.
Students workload
YY00BN52 Study Skills and Professional Orientation (2 ECTS = 54 hours of student work)
YY00BN53 Professional Development (2 ECTS = 54 hours of student work)
YY00BN54 Starting a Successful Career (1 ECTS = 27 hours of student work)
5 ECTS = 135 hours of student work
Content and scheduling
The student will learn to:
- plan their studies by taking into account their previously acquired skills and the employment opportunities offered by the field
- perceive the available opportunities for developing their own competence
- apply different study methods
- evaluate their own well-being and its significance for their own coping
- assess their guidance and support needs
- evaluate and describe their own strengths and areas for development
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Evaluation methods and criteria
Evaluation methods and criteria are given in Canvas.
Further information
The learning outcomes are assessed by using level 1 of Laurea's common assessment criteria.
Enrollment
01.09.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
01.09.2023 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Ilona Rönkä
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- apply into practice what they have learnt
- analyse and structure the contents and methods of their work
- participate with their input in the development work of a company’s practices and business processes
- develop their business competencies
- evaluate their competencies and their development
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
01.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
- Kirsi Maste
Teacher in charge
Kirsi Maste
Groups
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- evaluate their competencies and the requirements of working life
- develop and deepen their business competencies
- analyse and develop the content of their work and the operation of the organisation as a member of the work community
- establish personal working life connections and act in networks
- evaluate their competencies and their development
- plan their study path and career
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
25.11.2024 - 01.12.2024
Timing
04.03.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
15 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Ilona Rönkä
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- evaluate their competencies and the requirements of working life
- develop and deepen their business competencies
- analyse and develop the content of their work and the operation of the organisation as a member of the work community
- establish personal working life connections and act in networks
- evaluate their competencies and their development
- plan their study path and career
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
17.01.2024 - 08.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Ilona Rönkä
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- communicate as a professional in field-specific tasks and intercultural contexts
- produce effective spoken and written texts using an appropriate style and register
- demonstrate knowledge of essential terminology needed in working life
- apply principles of interpersonal and organizational communication
Teaching methods
Weekly classes on campus.
Learning materials and recommended literature
The study unit material is available in Canvas and you will get access to it on Thursday, 11th January 2024, at the latest.
See also:
Bovée, C. & Thill, J. 2011. Excellence in business communication. 9th edition. London: Pearson.
Hartley, P. & Chatterton, P. 2015. Business communication: rethinking your professional practice for the post-digital age. 2nd edition. London: Routledge.
Mclean, S. 2015. Business communication for success. Washington, D.C.: Flat World Knowledge.
Munter, M. 2014. Guide to managerial communication: effective business writing and speaking. 10th edition. Boston: Prentice Hall.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
According to Laurea UAS's degree regulations, "All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position.
The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module.
The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). The competence to be accredited must be in line with the learning outcomes of the degree programme’s curriculum. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Students should apply for the accreditation of prior competence at the beginning of their studies, so they can progress in their studies without interruption. However, students are entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence throughout their studies."
Important dates
Detailed information can be found in Canvas.
Quote from the degree regulations section 18:
“Students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place”.
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of work
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The final grade is based on the following:
Vocabulary and comprehension quizzes 20%, 1 ECTS
Spoken communication 40%, 2 ECTS
Written communication 40%, 2 ECTS
More detailed assessment criteria are given in Canvas.
Evaluation criteria, fail (0)
Students do not demonstrate adequate proficiency in submitting vocabulary and comprehension tasks nor in producing spoken and written professional communications.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard business messages.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.
Timing
19.02.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
Teacher in charge
Sebastian King
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- communicate as a professional in field-specific tasks and intercultural contexts
- produce effective spoken and written texts using an appropriate style and register
- demonstrate knowledge of essential terminology needed in working life
- apply principles of interpersonal and organizational communication
Teaching methods
Support material for the course is offered online in Canvas and classes are held on campus on a weekly basis.
Classroom activities are intended to activate students awareness of the course materials and offer practice in some of the targeted communication skills.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Learning materials in Canvas. See also:
Bovée, C. & Thill, J. 2011. Excellence in business communication. 9th edition. London: Pearson.
Hartley, P. & Chatterton, P. 2015. Business communication: rethinking your professional practice for the post-digital age. 2nd edition. London: Routledge.
Mclean, S. 2015. Business communication for success. Washington, D.C.: Flat World Knowledge.
Munter, M. 2014. Guide to managerial communication: effective business writing and speaking. 10th edition. Boston: Prentice Hall.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
By agreement with the lecturer
Important dates
Canvas will be opened on 13th February 2024 (a week before the first meeting).
The last class meeting will be held in May. Some additional dates may be scheduled for small group meetings.
Also see Laurea's degree regulations, section 18:
“Students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place”.
Students workload
5 ECTS is approximately 135 hours of work.
Content and scheduling
A detailed schedule will be given in Canvas.
The study unit contains work on the following themes:
• communication models, applying a communication strategy
• intercultural communication and communication styles
• business writing: genre and style, the writing process, macro and micro features
• persuasive communication in presentations, pitches and debates
• building rapport and interpersonal communication in meetings and negotiations
• revision of common business terms & professional vocabulary
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The final grade is based on the following:
Quizzes and exercises in Canvas 20% (0-5)
Spoken communication assignments 40% (0-5)
Written communication assignments 40% (0-5)
All parts must be passed in order to complete the study unit.
More detailed assessment criteria are given in the Canvas workspace.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate an understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They can achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations, modify their communication style according to context and the requirements of the message, and manage interpersonal interactions with people from different backgrounds. Spoken fluency and range are sufficient to manage common professional situations. Writing shows satisfactory control of grammar and lexis for the production of standard business messages.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Students demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to achieve communication objectives in a range of work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt their communication style to suit the requirements of audience and context. Speech is fluent, with a high degree of grammatical and propositional control. Writing shows good control of grammar, lexis, and style in a range of texts for professional purposes.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Students demonstrate an excellent understanding of key principles of effective communication for professional purposes. They are able to communicate clearly, concisely, and appropriately in a wide range of work-related situations and are effective in adapting both the style and content of a message to different audiences and in different contexts. Speech is very fluent, flexible, and easy to understand, with a high degree of grammatical control and propositional precision. Writing shows excellent control of grammar, lexis, and style in producing a variety of text types and genres.
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
05.09.2023 - 31.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- record business transactions in the accounting records
- assess the profitability of an organization
- use different management accounting techniques
- compile financial reports to support decision making
Teaching methods
Weekly contact sessions and individual/team assignments.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be found in the Canvas workspace
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 student working hours
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
– search for information in different sources
– report
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
– interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
– receive guidance
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– 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
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– 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
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use professional concepts extensively
– compare and choose
relevant information
– report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– 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
Timing
11.12.2023 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Kaija Koivusalo
Teacher in charge
Kaija Koivusalo
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- record business transactions in the accounting records
- assess the profitability of an organization
- use different management accounting techniques
- compile financial reports to support decision making
Grading scale
H-5
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
27.02.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sari Jääskeläinen
- Kaija Koivusalo
Teacher in charge
Sari Jääskeläinen
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- do bookkeeping for a small company using accounting software
- prepare budgets to support decision making
- make financial plans for a start-up company
Teaching methods
Lectures and workshops.
Assignments using Excel and SimplBooks accounting software.
Location and time
The course starts on Tuesday 27th February.
Important dates
Assignment deadlines will be given when the course starts.
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 student working hours
Content and scheduling
Bookkeeping using accounting software
Budgeting
Financial planning for a start-up company
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- 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
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
To achieve grade 3 student must be 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
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- 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
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- 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
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- 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
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- 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
Timing
20.02.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sari Jääskeläinen
- Kaija Koivusalo
Teacher in charge
Kaija Koivusalo
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- do bookkeeping for a small company using accounting software
- prepare budgets to support decision making
- make financial plans for a start-up company
Grading scale
H-5
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
06.09.2023 - 22.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Ilona Rönkä
- Riku Salmenkylä
Teacher in charge
Ilona Rönkä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan and report on the progress of a project, taking different elements of project management into consideration and using basic project management tools
- write text that is based on research results, using and referencing reliable sources of their field
- communicate in a goal-oriented way, taking the target audience and need into consideration
- utilise IT tools in project management and communication
Teaching methods
During the study unit students will familiarise themselves with the basic principles of project management and receive guidance on communication requirements and tools for carrying out academic and project-related work.
The study unit contains work on the following topic areas:
- Research and development in academic projects
- Project planning, scheduling and risk management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- ICT tools for project management and documentation
- Preparing project-related communications (project plan, project report and presentation)
- Academic writing (referencing, style and tone, structure and organisation)
A Canvas learning environment is used to support the implementation, but it is important to take part in teaching and guidance on campus according to schedule. The study unit includes working in pairs or groups. You will receive individual feedback on assignments from the teacher, and working life or peer feedback may also be utilised. You will have access to the Canvas learning environment on Friday, 31st August 2023 at the latest.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Learning materials are provided in Canvas. Also the following works will be consulted:
Bailey, S. 2011. Academic writing: a handbook for international students. 3rd edition. London: Routledge.
Dawson, C. 2009. Projects in computing and information systems. 2nd edition. Harlow: Addison-Wesley.
Lock, D. 2013. Naked Project Management: the bare facts. Gower.
Ojasalo, K., Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2009. Research-oriented approach. Partially translated from: Kehittämistyön menetelmät – Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOY.
Snyder, C. 2013. A user's manual to the PMBOK guide. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Important dates
According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
Forms of internationality
[Use this field to describe the possible realisation of internationality in the study unit (e.g. international partners).
The contents of this data field are used to monitor the implementation methods and the realisation of the strategic objectives. Leave the text if it applies:] The study unit is suitable for exchange students.
Students workload
5 credits = 135 hours of student`s work.
Further information for students
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor's level education.
According to the degree regulations (section 18) "students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place."
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The evaluation is based on the office and project management exams, academic essay, project plan and project evaluation assignment. A detailed description of the assessment criteria is given in Canvas.
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
Evaluation criteria, fail (0)
The student has not passed all the assignments and exams of the study unit.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are understandable, though clarity and/or detail may be lacking. The style and formatting used in written documentation is correct in part. The content demonstrates a level of reflection and understanding, though some areas require more attention. Source materials are integrated into the text to some extent.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are fairly structured and clear. The style and formatting used in written documentation is mostly correct. The content demonstrates a good level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are integrated into the text.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are well-structured, clear and concise, and which uses the appropriate style and format. The content demonstrates an excellent level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are well integrated into the text.
Timing
01.11.2023 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
Teacher in charge
Sebastian King
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan and report on the progress of a project, taking different elements of project management into consideration and using basic project management tools
- write text that is based on research results, using and referencing reliable sources of their field
- communicate in a goal-oriented way, taking the target audience and need into consideration
- utilise IT tools in project management and communication
Teaching methods
During the study unit students will familiarise themselves with the basic principles of project management and receive guidance on communication requirements and tools for carrying out academic and project-related work.
The study unit contains work on the following topic areas:
- Research and development in academic projects
- Project planning, scheduling and risk management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- ICT tools for project management and documentation
- Preparing project-related communications (project plan, project report and presentation)
- Academic writing (referencing, style and tone, structure and organisation)
Learning materials and recommended literature
Learning materials are provided in Canvas. Also the following works will be consulted:
- Bailey, S. 2011. Academic writing: a handbook for international students. 3rd edition. London: Routledge.
- Dawson, C. 2009. Projects in computing and information systems. 2nd edition. Harlow: Addison-Wesley.
- Lock, D. 2013. Naked Project Management: the bare facts. Gower.
- Ojasalo, K., Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2009. Research-oriented approach. Partially translated from: Kehittämistyön menetelmät – Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOY.
- Snyder, C. 2013. A user's manual to the PMBOK guide. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
By agreement with the lecturer.
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of student`s work
Content and scheduling
A detailed schedule will be given in Canvas.
Further information for students
The project management part of the study unit is linked to work done on another study unit.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The evaluation is based on the office task and project management exams, an academic essay, and project-related tasks.
A detailed description of the assessment criteria is given in Canvas.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are understandable, though clarity and/or detail may be lacking. The style and formatting used in written documentation is correct in part. The content demonstrates a level of reflection and understanding, though some areas require more attention. Source materials are integrated into the text to some extent.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are fairly structured and clear. The style and formatting used in written documentation is mostly correct. The content demonstrates a good level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are integrated into the text.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are well-structured, clear and concise, and which uses the appropriate style and format. The content demonstrates an excellent level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are well integrated into the text.
Timing
09.01.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
Teacher in charge
Sebastian King
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- plan and report on the progress of a project, taking different elements of project management into consideration and using basic project management tools
- write text that is based on research results, using and referencing reliable sources of their field
- communicate in a goal-oriented way, taking the target audience and need into consideration
- utilise IT tools in project management and communication
Teaching methods
During the study unit students will familiarise themselves with the basic principles of project management and receive guidance on communication requirements and tools for carrying out academic and project-related work.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Learning materials are provided in Canvas. Also the following works will be consulted:
- Bailey, S. 2011. Academic writing: a handbook for international students. 3rd edition. London: Routledge.
- Dawson, C. 2009. Projects in computing and information systems. 2nd edition. Harlow: Addison-Wesley.
- Lock, D. 2013. Naked Project Management: the bare facts. Gower.
- Ojasalo, K., Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti, J. 2009. Research-oriented approach. Partially translated from: Kehittämistyön menetelmät – Uudenlaista osaamista liiketoimintaan. Helsinki: WSOY.
- Snyder, C. 2013. A user's manual to the PMBOK guide. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
According to Laurea UAS's degree regulations, "All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position.
The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, the same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module.
The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). The competence to be accredited must be in line with the learning outcomes of the degree programme’s curriculum. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Students should apply for the accreditation of prior competence at the beginning of their studies, so they can progress in their studies without interruption. However, students are entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence throughout their studies."
Important dates
Canvas will be opened a week before the first meeting. The last meeting will be held by the end of April.
Some additional dates may be scheduled for small group meetings.
Also see Laurea's degree regulations, section 18:
“Students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place”.
Students workload
5 ECTS is approximately 135 hours of student`s work.
Content and scheduling
A detailed schedule will be given in Canvas.
The study unit contains work on the following topic areas:
- Research and development in academic projects
- Project planning, scheduling and risk management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- ICT tools for project management and documentation
- Preparing project-related communications (project plan, project report and presentation)
- Academic writing (referencing, style and tone, structure and organisation)
Further information for students
The project management part of the study unit is linked to work done on another study unit.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
The evaluation is based on the office task and project management exams, an academic essay, and project-related tasks.
A detailed description of the assessment criteria is given in Canvas.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are understandable, though clarity and/or detail may be lacking. The style and formatting used in written documentation is correct in part. The content demonstrates a level of reflection and understanding, though some areas require more attention. Source materials are integrated into the text to some extent.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are fairly structured and clear. The style and formatting used in written documentation is mostly correct. The content demonstrates a good level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are integrated into the text.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
All the assignments and exams of the study unit are passed.
The student is able to produce academic and project-related communications which are well-structured, clear and concise, and which uses the appropriate style and format. The content demonstrates an excellent level of reflection and understanding. Source materials are well integrated into the text.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
25.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sebastian King
- Juhani Kettunen
- Jarmo Heinonen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- critically assess research-based knowledge
- select appropriate research and development methods for their research or development work and justify their choices
- collect empirical data and analyse it
- interpret the results of research and development work and draw conclusions based on them
- assess the ethics and reliability of research and development work
- communicate in situations required for research and development work and to produce a research text
Location and time
Lectures at Leppävaara Campus + individual assignments
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be given in Canvas workspace
Content and scheduling
Contents
•The nature of business and management research
•Formulating and clarifying the research topic
•Research approaches and strategies
•Research Oriented Approach
•Writing a research proposal (formulating the research design)
•Reviewing the literature and existing applied research
•Ethics in Research
•Development Methods
•Quantitative Methods
•Qualitative Methods
Grading scale
Approved/Failed
Evaluation criteria, approved/failed
BACHELOR'S DEGREE INITIAL STAGE STUDENTS
EXCELLENT
grade 5
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts expertly.
• Comply with occupational safety instructions responsibly and independently.
• Justify activities using research knowledge.
• Work independently and take initiatives in line with objectives. Operations are often flexible, systematic, development-oriented, creative and active.
• Select the appropriate techniques and models for activities, and justify the choices.
• Act in customer-oriented ways and according to the situation.
• Promote group activities.
• Able to critically apply ethical principles in the subject field in one's conduct and tasks.
GOOD
grade 3
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts systematically.
• Apply occupational safety instructions in their activities.
• Justify, compare and analyse their activities using general guidelines.
• Able to cope independently in different tasks in each operating environment.
• Apply acquired techniques and models diversely.
• Act professionally in customer situations.
• Work in a group in line with objectives.
• Justify their activities in accordance with ethical principles..
SATISFACTORY,
grade 1
Students are able to:
• Apply most important/individual and appropriate professional concepts, and indicate their familiarity with the knowledge base.
• Act safely, although activities are often schematic/ experimental/ fumbling/ self-involved.
• Comply with rules and instructions, and justify their activities using provided instructions.
• Act appropriately under guidance.
• Use acquired techniques and models.
• Take customers into account in their actions.
• Act as group members.
• Act in accordance with ethical principles.
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
10 op
Virtual proportion
3 op
RDI proportion
7 op
Mode of delivery
70 % Contact teaching, 30 % Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Veera Lassila
- Päivi Williams
Teacher in charge
Päivi Williams
Groups
-
HLA222KNLiiketalouden koulutus, päivätoteutus, K22, Leppävaara
-
HBA222SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S22, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe how value is created for the customers through service
- recognize the essence of Service Design thinking and methods
- plan, implement and evaluate a Service Design project using service design methods
- apply creative problem-solving and develop working methods individually and in teams
- foster entrepreneurship through service design
Teaching methods
This implementation consists of two separate parts. The first part (Theory section) is a prerequisite for the second part (Project section).
The Theory section (online) runs in Canvas/online and needs to be completed before taking the Project section.This part is an online execution which includes learning of service design process (Double Diamond), methods and tools independently in Canvas working space.
The Project section session will be held on the campus starting with a kick-off and this session is mandatory for all students. Last campus session includes final presentations and self and peer evaluations.
During the project section teams will carry out a service design project based on a real-life design challenge. Between the meetings on campus the teams work in the virtual learning environment Canvas.
The project part sessions will be held on the Leppävaara campus during the daytime - please check the schedule in Pakki. Taking part in the contact sessions on campus is crucial as we work in teams and use co-creation methods during the sessions. Between the contact sessions the teams will work according to their own agreement (online or off), following the service design process.
In case you are unable to take part in the contact sessions on campus, please choose another implementation for this study unit.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Stickdorn, M., Lawrence, A. and Hormess, M., Schneider, J. 2018.This is service design doing : applying service design thinking in the real world : a practitioner's handbook.Canada: O'Reilly.
Ebook:
https://laurea.finna.fi/Search/Results?lookfor=this+is+service+design+doing&type=AllFields
Alternative completion methods of implementation
According to degree regulations “All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the module or study unit or another person designated by the director of the UAS unit. The assessment is carried out according to the same criteria and grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit.” For further information visit Link.
Theory section: no alternatives
Project section:
A prior knowledge and competence in an applied service design project can be manifested through alternative methods. For example, as a detailed 12-15 page project report which includes the project partners' evaluations. For further consultation, please be in touch with the instructor.
Co-operation with working life and/or RDI
We will conduct a Service Design project for Barona, and their digital touchpoint MyBarona.
Student teams (5-6 persons per team) will develop a service concept following the service design process.
Important dates
THEORY PART
Theory part 14.8. - 17.9.2023
Students study at the individual pace but taking quizzes weekly is recommended.
PROJECT PART
Project part 8.9.2023 - 3.12.2023
Service Design project will be conducted in 4 development phases, which are based on pre-defined schedule.
See schedule below in the section "sisältö ja jaksotus"
Forms of internationality
Theory and Project section: implementation in English.
The study unit is suitable for exchange students.
Students workload
THEORY SECTION
The course is 3 ects which equals to approximately 81 hours of studying.
Work is done individually.
PROJECT SECTION
The course is 7 ects which equals to approximately 189 hours of studying.
Most of the work will be done in teams.
Content and scheduling
THEORY SECTION
The theory section covers service design process (Double Diamond), methods and tools, and includes various tasks and tests to be taken individually. All tests can be taken at the student's own pace and need to be passed.
PROJECT SECTION
Conducting a service design project for project client. This will be done in project teams.
Project part consist of the following sessions at Leppävaara campus.
Participation to the lessons is highly recommended due to team work. Mandatory participation is informed in Canvas.
28.09.2023 09.00 - 15.00 234 (70 henkilöä)
05.10.2023 09.00 - 12.00 216 Leppävaara (60 henkilöä)
26.10.2023 12.00 - 15.00 234 (70 henkilöä)
01.11.2023 09.00 - 12.00 234 (70 henkilöä)
09.11.2023 09.00 - 12.00 234 (70 henkilöä)
23.11.2023 12.00 - 15.00 234 (70 henkilöä)
30.11.2023 12.00 - 15.00 216 Leppävaara (60 henkilöä)
Project includes online work in teams in the Double Diamond development phases:
*Discover
*Define
*Develop
*Deliver
-Final presentations
-Self- and peer evaluation in Canvas.
Further information for students
According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrolment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.”
In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
THEORY SECTION: 3 ects
Individual assignments, 5 Quizzes on Canvas, scale 1-5
PROJECT SECTION: 7 ects
Team assignment: service concept and service design portfolio, scale 1-5
Self- and peer assessment, instructor assessment.
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level II.
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– use professional concepts in a consistent manner and demonstrate his/her familiarity with the knowledge basis
– report and communicate in a professional manner
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– act independently taking into account the operating environment
– take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
– describe the significance of his/her actions for successful co-operation
– describe his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– critically evaluate information and justify their actions with science-based knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– propose creative solutions at work
– promote professional co-operation and enhance customer and partner relationships
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
– act in a manner that promotes the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
-describe the development of his/her competence in relation to the learning outcomes
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING
– analyse the acquired information, draw conclusions and combine theoretical knowledge with experiential knowledge
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT
– evaluate the applicability of produced knowledge, skill or idea to other contexts as well as their impact
– anticipate needs of customers and/or co-operation partners
TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY
– evaluate and develop the team’s entrepreneurial and responsible approach to work
– evaluate the possibilities for utilising competence and plan his/her personal development and development of the team
Enrollment
22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023
Timing
07.09.2023 - 28.11.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sini Setälä
Teacher in charge
Sini Setälä
Groups
-
HBA223SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- define the factors that underlie customer actions, feelings and judgment processes
- describe purchasing decisions from the perspective of the individual and the organization*
- analyze patterns and trends in customer behavior
*The verb 'understand' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Teaching methods
Contact classes, team work, individual work.
Location and time
In Leppävaara according to schedule. Presence on the first day is compulsory.
Lectures are on campus if no health issues prevent that.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Barden, Phil. (2013). Decoded. The Science Behind Why We Buy. Wiley.
Blythe, Jim. (2013). Consumer Behaviour. Sage.
Kahle, Lynn R. & Valette-Florence, Pierre. (2012). Marketplace Lifestyles in an Age of Social Media. Theory and Methods. Routledge.
Kahnemann, Daniel. Thinking Fast and Slow. (2011). Penguin Books.
Kotler, Philip & Armstrong, Gary. (2012). Principles of Marketing. Pearson.
Robbins, Stephen P. & Judge, Timothy A. (2016). Essentials of Organizational Behavior. Pearson.
Robbins, Stephen P., Judge, Timothy A. & Campbell, Timothy T. (2010). Organizational Behaviour. Pearson.
Solomon, Michael R. (2011). Consumer Behavior. Buying, Having, and Being. Pearson.
Soman, Dilip and N-Marandi, Sara. (2010). Managing Customer Value. One Stage at a Time. World Scientific.
Thaler, Richard H. & Sunstein, Cass R. (2009). Nudge. Improving decisions about health, wealth, and happiness. Penguin Books
Walden, Steven. (2017). Customer Experience Management Rebooted - Are you an experience brand or an efficiency brand? Palgrave Macmillan.
Important dates
Contact classes and deadlines.
Further information for students
Understanding customers can be challenging. How do we define what is valuable for an individual customer? What about organizations as customers? Today, many of the trends are international, but their local interpretation and implementation may still be very multifold. The study of the human mind has gone a long way, but part of the mind’s operations, especially on individual level, still remain difficult to forecast.
During this course we will define the factors that underlie customer actions, feelings, and judgment processes. We strive to understand purchasing decisions from the perspective of the individual and the organization, and analyze patterns and trends in customer behaviour.
The course grade is composed of two assignments which both need to be successfully completed and handed in by the deadlines. The assignments that arrive late will be graded only if the late handing in has been agreed in advance with the teacher. The honoring of deadlines is taken into account in the grading. The late handing in will lower the grade, and if not justified, disallows the completing of this course.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
BACHELOR'S DEGREE INITIAL STAGE STUDENTS
EXCELLENT
grade 5
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts expertly.
• Comply with occupational safety instructions responsibly and independently.
• Justify activities using research knowledge.
• Work independently and take initiatives in line with objectives. Operations are often flexible, systematic, development-oriented, creative and active.
• Select the appropriate techniques and models for activities, and justify the choices.
• Act in customer-oriented ways and according to the situation.
• Promote group activities.
• Able to critically apply ethical principles in the subject field in one's conduct and tasks.
GOOD
grade 3
Students are able to:
• Apply professional concepts systematically.
• Apply occupational safety instructions in their activities.
• Justify, compare and analyse their activities using general guidelines.
• Able to cope independently in different tasks in each operating environment.
• Apply acquired techniques and models diversely.
• Act professionally in customer situations.
• Work in a group in line with objectives.
• Justify their activities in accordance with ethical principles..
SATISFACTORY,
grade 1
Students are able to:
• Apply most important/individual and appropriate professional concepts, and indicate their familiarity with the knowledge base.
• Act safely, although activities are often schematic/ experimental/ fumbling/ self-involved.
• Comply with rules and instructions, and justify their activities using provided instructions.
• Act appropriately under guidance.
• Use acquired techniques and models.
• Take customers into account in their actions.
• Act as group members.
• Act in accordance with ethical principles.
Timing
01.11.2023 - 16.02.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Sini Setälä
Teacher in charge
Sini Setälä
Groups
-
HBA223SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- define the factors that underlie customer actions, feelings and judgment processes
- describe purchasing decisions from the perspective of the individual and the organization*
- analyze patterns and trends in customer behavior
*The verb 'understand' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Grading scale
H-5
Timing
19.12.2023 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Marika Nikkinen
Teacher in charge
Marika Nikkinen
Groups
-
HBA223SN3Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S23, Leppävaara, group 2
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- define the factors that underlie customer actions, feelings and judgment processes
- describe purchasing decisions from the perspective of the individual and the organization*
- analyze patterns and trends in customer behavior
*The verb 'understand' has been replaced effective 1st of August 2024.
Teaching methods
A Canvas learning environment is used to support the implementation, but it is important to take part in teaching and guidance on campus according to schedule. The study unit includes working in pairs or groups. You will receive individual feedback for assignments from the teacher, and working life or peer feedback may also be utilised.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Eg.
Sethna, Z. (2019). Consumer behaviour (4th edition.). SAGE Publications Ltd.
Kotler, P., Kartajaya, H., & Setiawan, I. (2021). Marketing 5.0: Technology for humanity. Wiley.
Kotler, P. k., Opresnik, M. O., & Armstrong, G. (2021). Principles of marketing (18 e. Global edition.). Pearson.
Webb, N. J. (2017). What customers crave: How to create relevant and memorable experiences at every touchpoint. AMACOM, American Management Association.
Wade, A. (2023). Transforming the B2B buyer journey: Maximize brand value, improve conversion rates and build loyalty. KoganPage.
Kasim, A. (2022). Sustainability and Consumer Behaviour. MDPI Books. (online only)
Thaler, R. H., & Sunstein, C. R. (2021). Nudge: The final edition (Updated edition.). Penguin Books.
Alternative completion methods of implementation
All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.
Co-operation with working life and/or RDI
Company project TBD.
Important dates
According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
Students workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of student work
Content and scheduling
Understanding customers can be challenging. How do we define what is valuable for an individual customer? What about organizations as customers? Today, many of the trends are international, but their local interpretation and implementation may still be very multifold. The study of the human mind has gone a long way, but part of the mind’s operations, especially on individual level, still remain difficult to forecast.
During this course we will define the factors that underlie customer actions, feelings, and judgment processes. We strive to understand purchasing decisions from the perspective of the individual and the organization, and analyze patterns and trends in customer behaviour.
Further information for students
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor's level education.
According to the degree regulations (section 18) "students must be present for the first contact teaching session, or they must notify the responsible teacher of their absence to confirm they intend to participate in studies, Alternatively, the teacher can specify a different manner for the student to confirm that they intend to participate in the studies. The completion of these measures can be required within a week of the studies having begun. The application of the aforementioned approach requires that the teacher notifies the students accepted to the study unit of the practice and that the practice is specifically mentioned in the study unit’s implementation plan.
If the student has a justified reason for not attending the first contact teaching session or for not notifying the teacher of their intention to be involved in studies in the manner required by the teacher, the student must contact the responsible teacher to agree on participation in the studies. Their registration for the study unit will be rejected, of the student does not notify the teacher of being absent from the first contact teaching session or the reason for their absence cannot be considered justified, Another student who is in line for the study unit can be selected in their place."
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Grading scale
H-5
Evaluation methods and criteria
“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- use professional concepts extensively
- compare and choose
- relevant information
- report and communicate in a professional manner
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
- gather information and use their knowledge basis
- report in the agreed manner
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
- search for information in different sources
- report
Professional practice and workplace development
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- 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 their need for guidance
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- 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
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
- interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
- receive guidance
Teamwork, skills, leadership, and responsibility
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
- promote the team’s work and team spirit
- manage their 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
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
- engage in goal-oriented work in a team
- plan and manage the progress of their work and use of time
- detect safety-related risks
- justify their actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
- work as a member of a team
- plan the progress of their work and use of time under guidance
- work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
- follow the provided instructions and rules
“Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. Laurea provides examination retake dates. Students must register for these examinations no later than 10 days before the retake date. A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt." (Laurea degree regulations.)
All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed. If Ouriginal is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.