The module is a part of basic studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum and advances the following competences: e.g., self-reflection and management, future work life skills, time and stress management, integrity and responsible behaviour, professional communication and career orientation. There are also other parallel implementations of this module with the same objectives yet with a different industry specific focus.

The main assignments for this module are:

1) Team canvas and evaluation for business plan (25%)
2) Team canvas and evaluation for study tour (25%)
3) Project management theory-assessed through the study tour & business plan reports (30%)
4) Leadership theory-assessed through the reading circle (20%)

a) Learning with contact teaching including assignments, project work, independent study and possible exams.

b) Independent study, a large report based on literature.

c) Learning by using the work-based learning method “Work&Study” according to a plan that shows how the learning goals of the course can be obtained through the student’s work or hobby. More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

d) Demonstration (of earlier skills and knowledge in the course content). More information from responsible teachers or academic advisors.

Assessment of one´s own learning is a compulsory part of each course.

• Books on the content topics
• E-books and online articles
• Online tutorials
• Companies’ web-portals
• Industry related reports and statistics
• Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
• Social networking tools
• Exercises, tests
• Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.

The module will be linked to the projects with the other modules Customer Insight 1, Tourism Environment Analysis and Business Basics for Tourism Professionals 1.

The student is able to practice self-reflection with guidance. The student displays limited time-management and stress management skills. The student has difficulties in giving and receiving feedback. S/he has limited sensitivity towards personal and cultural differences and difficulties in adapting to the respective environment. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation with a minimal input. The student needs support in finding motivation.

The student is able to practice self-reflection and critical thinking at some level. The student displays some time-management and stress management skills. The student is able to give and receive feedback. S/he understands personal differences and multicultural environments and adapts to the respective environment at some level. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available. The student is goal-oriented and self-driven to a certain extent.

The student is able to practice self-reflection and critical thinking. The student displays time-management and stress management skills. S/he is self-disciplined and self-motivated. The student is able to give and receive constructive feedback. S/he understands personal differences and multicultural environments and adapts to the respective environment. The student participates proactively and with goal-orientation in the project planning, implementation and evaluation. The student displays a career and goal-oriented mindset.

There may be some exam style assessments and more details will be provided when the module starts. Re-exams can be arranged during the module implementation, but must be agreed with the relevant teacher.