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Fundamentals of Subscription EconomyLaajuus (2 cr)

Study unit code: TO00BU81

Credits

2 op

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Enrollment

19.05.2025 - 25.05.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 120

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TON2), Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Groups
  • CCN225SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S25, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • TON225SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S25, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

31.03.2025 - 06.04.2025

Timing

05.05.2025 - 11.08.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 120

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TON2), Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Groups
  • TON224SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S24, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN224SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S24, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

25.11.2024 - 01.12.2024

Timing

13.01.2025 - 26.05.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 120

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TON2), Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Groups
  • TON224SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S24, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN224SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S24, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

20.05.2024 - 26.05.2024

Timing

19.08.2024 - 16.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 120

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Groups
  • TON224SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S24, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN224SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S24, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

01.04.2024 - 07.04.2024

Timing

06.05.2024 - 12.08.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 120

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Groups
  • CCN223SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S23, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • TON223SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S23, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

27.11.2023 - 03.12.2023

Timing

15.01.2024 - 27.05.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 120

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Scheduling groups
  • Koskee vain Avoimen AMK:n asiakkaita, tutkinto-opiskelija älä ilmoittaudu tähän pienryhmään, voit olla välittämättä tästä. 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Groups
  • CCN223SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S23, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • TON223SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S23, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Small groups
  • Koskee vain Avoimen AMK:n asiakkaita, tutkinto-opiskelija älä ilmoittaudu tähän pienryhmään, voit olla välittämättä tästä. 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

22.05.2023 - 28.05.2023

Timing

21.08.2023 - 18.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 120

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Scheduling groups
  • Avoin AMK 1 (Size: 15. Open UAS: 15.)
Groups
  • CCN223SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies in English), S23, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • TON223SY
    Täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S23, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Small groups
  • Avoin AMK 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

03.04.2023 - 09.04.2023

Timing

08.05.2023 - 14.08.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 120

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Scheduling groups
  • Avoin AMK 1 (Size: 15. Open UAS: 15.)
Groups
  • TON222SY
    Laurea täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S22, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN222SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies), S22, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Small groups
  • Avoin AMK 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

28.11.2022 - 04.12.2022

Timing

23.01.2023 - 03.04.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea university of applied sciences

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 100

Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TON2), Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

28.11.2022 - 10.04.2023

Timing

23.01.2023 - 31.05.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 120

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Scheduling groups
  • Open UAS (Size: 15. Open UAS: 15.)
Groups
  • TON222SY
    Laurea täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S22, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN222SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies), S22, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Small groups
  • Open UAS

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions. New enrolments are accepted weekly.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace. Canvas workspace opens 2.1.2023.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Timing

03.10.2022 - 12.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 100

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Timing

29.08.2022 - 31.10.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 100

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Enrollment

02.07.2022 - 31.07.2022

Timing

01.08.2022 - 31.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Korkeakouluyksikkö D, Verkkokampus, tiko

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • New competence and guidance in the software sector and digital skills for beneficiaries of temporary protection staying in Finland
Groups
  • AVOHDK23
    OODI - Ohjelmistoalan uutta osaamista ja ohjausta sekä digitaitoja Suomessa oleskeleville tilapäistä suojelua saaville

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Timing

30.05.2022 - 15.08.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 100

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Virtual self-pace studies. Bi-weekly individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams or at Laurea Leppävaara during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

A weekly detailed schedule will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Fundamentals of SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments

Timing

07.03.2022 - 31.05.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 100

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Timing

10.01.2022 - 31.03.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

2 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 100

Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

Enrollment

29.11.2021 - 11.12.2022

Timing

10.01.2022 - 31.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Virtual proportion

2 op

RDI proportion

1 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

Campus

Laurea Virtual Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
  • Laurea täydentävä osaaminen, amk-tutkinto (TON2), Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
Teachers
  • Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge

Lassi Virtanen

Scheduling groups
  • Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Groups
  • TON221SY
    Laurea täydentävä osaaminen (amk-tutkinto), S21, Tietojenkäsittely ja tietoliikenne (ICT)
  • CCN221SY
    Complementary competence (bachelor’s studies), S21, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Small groups

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- explain what is Subscription economy and Software as a Service delivery model
- explain the implications of subscription economy in everyday life
- identify the role of metrics in a value creation process
- identify new business opportunities enabled by subscription economy
- apply an understanding of digital marketing to build growth

Teaching methods

Enrollments to the study unit are accepted weekly end evaluations are done bi-weekly. Virtual self-pace studies. Individual assignments and online discussions.

Location and time

The recommend pace for the study unit is one module every two weeks. All the assignments and content will be released in the beginning of the course. Optional online tutoring via Teams during the study unit.

Learning materials and recommended literature

All the material and links can be found from Canvas workspace.

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

Study unit contents done together with partner companies.

Important dates

The study unit is self-pace. The recommend pace for the study unit is one module every two weeks. All the assignments and content will be released in the beginning of the course.

According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be active in the study unit 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.

Students workload

- Study unit lasts for 10 weeks
- 2cr / 52 hours

Content and scheduling

Study Unit consist of four modules:

- Introduction to Subscription Economy & SaaS
- Building SaaS Companies
- Marketing & Sales
- Metrics and Financial

In addition you'll go through how to complete the study unit during the orientation module and you'll have the possibility to give feedback after the study unit.

Further information for students

The subscription economy changes how we sell and buy services. Subscription economy is transforming businesses from one time purchases towards monthly payments and continuous value creation. Were not buying any more albums. Instead we pay a monthly subscription to services like Spotify or Apple Music. The same goes with movies (Netflix, Viaplay, AppleTV+, HBO, etc.).

You’re in the right place if you’re interested in understanding more about the subscription economy and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery model.

Grading scale

Approved/Failed

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).

The study unit is graded with Pass / Fail

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & material

Evaluation criteria, approved/failed

Student needs to complete all the study unit modules to pass the study unit
- Module learning material
- Module discussions
- Module quizzes
- Additional tasks & assignments