Intercultural Survival Course - case Finland, 2 cr - INT010AS2AE
Course unit language
English
Upcoming implementations
Intercultural Survival Course - case Finland INT010AS2AE-3001 04.08.2025-11.08.2025 2 op(CONTACT, ...)+-
Campus
Pasila Campus
Teaching language
English
Timing
04.08.2025 - 11.08.2025
Groups
CONTACT
INTENSIVE
EXCH
Teachers
Elin Andersson, Maarit Haukka
Degree Programme
STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management
R&D proportion
0.00 cr
Virtual proportion
0.00 cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Current implementations
No ongoing implementations yet.
Past implementations
No past implementations yet.
Learning objectives
After completing the course, the student can
• identify the basic definitions of intercultural communication
• differentiate and examine own cultural background as a component of identity and gain deeper self-awareness
• recognise the impact of cultural background on human interaction and apply skills to tackle challenges in intercultural encounters
• recognise key aspects of Finnish business culture and marketing
• list the main events and features of Finnish history and society
• use simple Finnish words and sentences in everyday situations
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The course is evaluated on a scale: pass/fail.
Requirements for successful completion, a pass:
• Student has participated in all classes and activities during class. In case of illness, the student has to inform the teacher immediately.
• Student has submitted his/her assignments by the given deadline.