Business Environment in a Global EconomyLaajuus (5 cr)
Study unit code: R0231
Credits
5 op
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.
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
19.05.2025 - 25.05.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
10 Liiketalous-, tietojenkäsittely- ja palvelualat
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
-
HBA225SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S25, 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
25.11.2024 - 01.12.2024
Timing
20.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
10 Liiketalous-, tietojenkäsittely- ja palvelualat
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services (NSA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NSA224SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services, virtual studies, S24, 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
25.11.2024 - 17.01.2025
Timing
20.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
10 Liiketalous-, tietojenkäsittely- ja palvelualat
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security (NCA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NCA224SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security, virtual studies, S24, 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
25.11.2024 - 01.12.2024
Timing
17.01.2025 - 01.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
2.5 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
10 Liiketalous-, tietojenkäsittely- ja palvelualat
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HRA224SADegree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management, blended learning, S24, 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
20.05.2024 - 26.05.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, liko
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Management (HBA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HBA224SNDegree Programme in Business Management, daytime studies, S24, Leppävaara
-
HBA224SN2Degree Programme in Business Management (tailor-made), daytime studies, S24, 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
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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
17.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, tiko
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security (NCA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NCA223SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security, virtual 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
16.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, tiko
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services (NSA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NSA223SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services, virtual 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023
Timing
12.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
2.5 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, service
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 25
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HRA223SADegree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management, blended learning, 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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
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
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
28.11.2022 - 04.12.2022
Timing
24.01.2023 - 31.03.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
RDI proportion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, tiko
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 45
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security (NCA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NCA222SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Cyber Security, blended learning, S22, 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.
Teaching methods
Online
Location and time
Canvas workspace and two Zoom lectures
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be given in the Canvas Workspace
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.
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
28.11.2022 - 04.12.2022
Timing
18.01.2023 - 31.03.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
RDI proportion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, tiko
Campus
Laurea Virtual Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services (NSA2), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
NSA222SADegree Programme in Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services, virtual studies, S22, 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.
Teaching methods
Online
Location and time
Zoom lectures (2)
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be given in the Canvas workspace
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.
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.
Enrollment
28.11.2022 - 04.12.2022
Timing
13.01.2023 - 31.03.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Laurea Leppävaara, service
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 30
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara
Teachers
- Juhani Kettunen
Teacher in charge
Juhani Kettunen
Groups
-
HRA222SADegree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management, blended learning, S22, 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.
Teaching methods
Online
Location and time
Canvas workspace and two Zoom -lectures
Learning materials and recommended literature
Will be given in Canvas Workspace
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.
Further information
The last study unit implementation for security, safety and risk management students will be arranges on spring semester 2025. In case you have not completed the study unit latest by then, you can attend the study unit implementation targeted for the business management students.