English for Business Situations - COM1RZ002 - Opinto-opas

English for Business Situations, 3 cr - COM1RZ002

Upcoming implementations

English for Business Situations COM1RZ002-3016 24.02.2025-25.04.2025 3 op (LEMONDE24S1) +-
Campus

Athens

Teaching language

English

Timing

24.02.2025 - 25.04.2025

Enrollment

08.03.2024 - 08.03.2024
Groups
- LEMONDE24S1
Seats

15 - 15

Degree Programme

22HOTEM Degree Programme in Hospitality, Tourism and Experience Management

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

0.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Current implementations

English for Business Situations COM1RZ002-3015 26.02.2024-26.04.2024 3 op (LEMONDE23S1) +-
Campus

Athens

Teaching language

English

Timing

26.02.2024 - 26.04.2024

Enrollment

01.03.2023 - 01.03.2023
Groups
- LEMONDE23S1
Teachers

Barbara Rentzou

Seats

15 - 15

Degree Programme

22HOTEM Degree Programme in Hospitality, Tourism and Experience Management

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

0.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Past implementations

English for Business Situations COM1RZ002-3014 13.02.2023-26.05.2023 3 op (LEMONDE22S1) +-
Campus

Athens

Teaching language

English

Timing

13.02.2023 - 26.05.2023
Groups
- LEMONDE22S1
Teachers

Barbara Rentzou

Degree Programme

22HOTEM Degree Programme in Hospitality, Tourism and Experience Management

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

0.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Upon completion of the course the student will
• be able to make presentations in English in a convincing and professional manner, on a variety of topics
• be able to write persuasively and professionally in English for a variety of target groups
• be able to perform efficiently and appropriately in English in negotiations, meetings and seminars
• be able to communicate in English in unexpected situations or when problems arise
• be able to effectively read and interpret a demanding text in English, understanding its contents

Challenging performance and presentation situations in the hotel, catering and tourism sectors
• Written communication, such as financial reports
• Texts related to negotiations, meetings and seminars
• Communication in unusual/problem situations
• Current industry-related texts

The learning objectives of this course are achieved through the following:
a. Lectures and related in-class exercises
b. Examination(s) and/or assignments(s)
c. Independent work-based learning

Provided by the lecturer.

The course’s contents and themes are directly work related.

The course concentrates on business practices of English-speaking countries, as well as English-language communication as part of today’s Finnish working life.

No prerequisites

The student can speak English fairly fluently, in spite of some difficulties. With some help is able to prepare a business presentation, present it and answer at least some relevant questions. Might need some assistance to understand an industry-related English-language text. Can deduce the general content of a text when the subject matter is familiar, for example, in areas such as management, marketing or accounting. Often needs to use a dictionary.

The student can speak English rather fluently. Is able to prepare a business presentation, present it and answer any relevant questions. Is able to present business-related topic clearly and with minimal preparation. Can read and summarize in English or Finnish industry-related texts. Can understand the content of the text when the subject matter is familiar, for example, in areas such as management, marketing or accounting. Sometimes needs to use a dictionary. Is able to analyze and assess the accuracy of the information found.

The student can speak English quite fluently. Is able to give a business presentation well without much presentation and can respond to any questions effectively and professionally. Is able to quickly and accurately read and sum up in Finnish or English challenging industry-related texts. Can understand a text very well when the subject matter is familiar, for example, in areas such as management, marketing or accounting. Knows how to use a wide range of tools in, for example, searching for information.