You can manage orally in basic everyday situations, know the elementary structures of the language and can write a short and simple text. You are also are familiar with the basic cultural aspects of the language area when it comes to everyday and working life. Your target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for languages is A1.

Basics of pronunciation
Vocabulary to introduce yourself and describe your environment
Basic structures of the language
First steps in speaking the language
Basic writing skills
Basic culture elements

No RPL at this level.
Course formats
Contact sessions

Cooperation with the business community
Real business based examples and cases, guest speakers, or company visits as appropriate.

Internationality
International and global business approach to course themes and topics, contributions by multicultural student groups and company cooperation.

Materials to be announced in the implementation plan.

Knowledge
You know the key concepts within the course’s scope, but are yet to develop the general view and the big picture of the subject matter.
Skills
You can complete given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply knowledge
Competence
You demonstrate some ability to perform skills and have basic knowledge, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

Knowledge
You know the key concepts well and can explain how the theories and models function and the tools are used. You have a general view of the subject matter.
Skills
You complete given tasks and assignments independently. You apply knowledge in hands-on business related situations. You can critique your own practice and identify ways to improve.
Competence
You demonstrate sufficient ability to perform skills and have basic to good knowledge. You can perform independently, but you have some challenges in passing on your skills and knowledge to others. You have an interest in professional development.

Knowledge
You have a strong command of the key and related concepts. You can critically evaluate theories, models and tools. You can demonstrate explicit knowledge of the subject matter, and how it relates to other disciplines.
Skills
You apply knowledge in demanding business related situations. You can prioritize and critically select tools and methods for solving complex problems in the subject matter.
Competence
You execute skills with natural proficiency and you have detailed and explicit knowledge. You can perform independently and you are also able and actively willing to help others develop and pass on your skills. You have an attitude of continuous professional development.