Effective Spoken Communication in English (5 cr)
Code: R0078-3007
General information
- Enrollment
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03.02.2020 - 09.02.2020
Registration for the implementation has ended.
- Timing
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01.04.2020 - 31.07.2020
Implementation has ended.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Local portion
- 5 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Campus
- Laurea Tikkurila
- Teaching languages
- English
- Seats
- 20 - 30
- Degree programmes
- Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCC2), Generic Studies
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- deliver effective presentations and speeches in academic and general situations
- interact smoothly and take an active part in discussions and conversations
- understand the significance of nonverbal communication
- speak with improved pronunciation and a richer vocabulary
Location and time
Tikkurila campus, daytime, intensive 2-week course in April 2020
Suitable for exchange students
Materials
Learning materials in Optima
Teaching methods
The study unit contains work on the following themes:
• orientation and self-assessment of communication skills, pronunciation
• persuasive communication strategies and techniques in presentations, discussions, pitches, interviews and debates
• language needed while mingling in an intercultural context
• teamwork and organisational communication
International connections
Development of intercultural competences is integrated into the study unit.
Suitable for exchange students.
Completion alternatives
n/a
Student workload
5 ECTS = 135 hours of work, 5 full days in class
105 hours of independent study
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
To pass: The student demonstrates a fair understanding of key principles of effective spoken business communication. He/she is able to achieve communication objectives in common work-related situations with a degree of success and can adapt his/her communication style according to audience and context. Spoken and written language skills in English are at an upper-intermediate or advanced level (B2-C1 according to the Common European Framework). Speech is often fluent, with a relatively high degree of grammatical control and evidence of a good range of vocabulary
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Further information
Prerequisite:
The student needs to have completed the mandatory English language study unit, Professional Communication in English or equivalent, prior to taking this study unit.