Academic year 2024 - 2025

•     Basic Work Placement PLA001HH1AE-3011 19.08.2024-16.05.2025  15 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After the work placement, students are able to
  
  • identify and evaluate their own professional strengths and areas for development from the perspective of practical tasks at work
  • act according to the rules of the work community
  • evaluate the activities of the organisation and make specifically justified development proposals
  • develop and update skills required at work as well as study and career plans

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites

  Contents

  Work placement can be completed in a suitable Finnish or international company, public entity or other suitable organisation, such as various associations or non-profit organisations. The student can also work as an entrepreneur in his/her own company. Work placement can also be completed abroad.

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  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 16.05.2025

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.05.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE2PCDBI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 80

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 15 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Basics of Financial Management ECO001HH1AE-3048 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  Can calculate and apply simple and compound interest calculations in various business cases,
  Knows how to analyze the income statement, balance sheet, and cost structure, and understands their cause-effect relationships
  Knows how to calculate key figures based on the financial information of a company and how to interpret them.
  Introduction to "3 P" model: profit, people and planet" with focus on the profit side of this.
  Knows the basics of cost-volume-profit analysis
  Knows basic pricing models and is able to apply VAT (value-added tax) in pricing.
  The course includes various examples and business case of international companies.

  Contents

  Business Mathematics, simple and compound interest calculations
  Basics of Financial Accounting: Financial statements, Balance Sheet, and Income statement
  Basics of Managerial Accounting: Cost behavior, Cost Volume Profit, Break-even point, and related calculations
  Principles of pricing and VAT.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  1. The student is able to calculate basic simple and compound interest exercises. Is able to describe cost and profitability concepts and categories.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  3. The student is able to select and apply the correct interest calculation method. Is able to describe the core principles of management and financial accounting. Is able to describe the effects of business transactions on the company’s income statement, balance sheet and profitability. Is able to independently calculate the key figures of the income statement and balance sheet.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  5. The student Is able to apply simple and compound interest independently in various business cases. Is able to analyze and interpret the income statement and balance sheet as well as key figures based on them. Is able to make decisions based on financial information as well as combine theoretical and practical information. Is able to apply VAT (value-added tax) in simple pricing.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Kalle Räihä

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE2PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Basics of Graphic Design and Tools COM004AS2AE-3010 17.03.2025-30.04.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  - The student is able to apply the fundamentals of design and visual communication theory to the process of solving communication challenges.
  - The student can demonstrate original, creative and relevant thinking, and apply it to visual communication solutions.
  - The student can successfully produce visual communication solutions using the appropriate Adobe design programmes.
  - The student is able to continue to develop their skills and knowledge through self-directed learning.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No preconditions.

  Contents

  - The fundamentals of graphic design and visual communication theory.
  - Introduction to design production basics.
  - Introduction to design tools.
  - Self-directed learning.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Through the course assignment, the student can demonstrate that they have acquired the skills and knowledge to create a visual communication solution for a specific client using the entire design process. From a design brief they can recognise and define a client’s requirements, and consequently design and produce a visual communication solution, showing an understanding of the client’s needs. Furthermore, they should demonstrate an ability to use relevant Adobe design programmes, acquired through a combination of class-participation and self-directed learning. They can identify the forms and requirements of entrepreneurship in creative industries and can showcase their own expertise for sales driven purposes.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Through the course assignment, the student can demonstrate that they have acquired the skills and knowledge to create a visual communication solution for a specific client using the entire design process. From a design brief they can recognise and define a client’s requirements, and consequently design and produce a visual communication solution to a good standard, showing a good level of creativity and understanding of the client’s needs. Furthermore, they should demonstrate a good skill-level regarding relevant Adobe design programmes, acquired through a combination of active class-participation and self-directed learning. They can identify the forms and requirements of entrepreneurship in creative industries and can showcase their own expertise for sales driven purposes.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Through the course assignment, the student can demonstrate that they have acquired the skills and knowledge to create a visual communication solution for a specific client using the entire design process. From a design brief they can recognise and define a client’s requirements, and consequently design and produce a visual communication solution to a very good standard, showing a high level of creativity and understanding of the client’s needs. Furthermore, they should demonstrate a very good skill-level regarding relevant Adobe design programmes, acquired through a combination of active class-participation and self-directed learning. They can identify the forms and requirements of entrepreneurship in creative industries and can showcase their own expertise for sales driven purposes.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The student is able to apply the fundamentals of design and visual communication theory to the process of solving communication challenges.
  The student can demonstrate original, creative and relevant thinking, and apply it to visual communication solutions.
  The student can successfully produce visual communication solutions using the appropriate Adobe design programmes.
  The student is able to continue to develop their skills and knowledge through self-directed learning.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Material will be available via the Moodle site.

  Teachers

  Graham Hill

  Working life connections

  The student will plan and implement a visual design project, during the course.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course will be taught in English, and much of the material will be from international sources.

  Timing

  17.03.2025 - 30.04.2025

  Learning assignments

  Visual design project.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Content scheduling

  Contact session during the Spring intensive week # 12 (Mon-Fri 10:00-16:00)
  
  There will be a kick-off session (the date and time will be informed later) online before the intensive week. There will be time to finalize the assignments after the intensive week. There will be the presentations of the final assignment and a closing session by the end of April. The exact date and time will be agreed during the intensive week.

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE5PCDBI
  • BLENDED
  • INTENSIVE
  • DBE4PCDBI

  Alternative learning methods

  N.A.

  Seats

  15 - 35

  Further information

  Passing the course requires commitment to the assignment work and contact sessions. The grade is based on the design material produced (70%) and on the student’s own commitment and attitude, as well as in-class participation (30%).

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Brush up Swedish SWE002HH1A-3076 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  3 cr  (TR1PC2, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Objectives of the course: After successful completion the student is able to
  
  - make use of general vocabulary
  
  - express themself orally and in writing
  
  - understand elementary texts and simple speech
  
  - use the most central structures of Swedish
  
  - assess and develop their language learning skills
  
  - take part of the course Svenska för arbetslivet

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  To be able to successfully participate in this course, student needs to know the following knowledge, skills and tools:
  
  The course is intended for students who have not passed the placement test in Swedish. The course prepares the student for the Key Competence course Svenska för arbetslivet.
  
  The starting level of the course is A2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

  Contents

  Kielioppiteemat:
  
  - kysymyssanat
  - ajanilmaukset ja lukusanat
  - substantiivit
  - adjektiivit
  - verbit
  - persoonapronominit
  - sanajärjestys
  
  Opintojakso sisältää kieliopin kertauksen lisäksi esim. jokapäiväisiin kohteliasuuksiin sekä opiskeluun liittyvää sanastoa/fraasistoa. (not translated)

  Further information

  Pakolliset suoritukset:
  
  - tentti
  - kirjallinen tehtävä
  - suullinen tehtävä
  - kotitehtäviä, Moodle-tehtäviä, sanakokeita
  
  Opintojaksojen contact-, online ja blended-toteutuksilla edellytämme läsnäoloa lukujärjestykseen merkityillä opetuskerroilla. Jos olet poissa opetuskerroilta yli 50%, opintojakso hylätään. (not translated)

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Kieliopin kertausta luentojen, videoiden sekä kirjallisten ja suullisten harjoitusten avulla. (not translated)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Virtuaalinen oppimateriaali sekä opettajan laatimat tehtävät ovat Moodlessa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Forsnabba

  Working life connections

  Opintojaksolla kerrataan ja harjoitellaan työelämään liittyvää perussanastoa. (not translated)

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  vk 48
  vk 49 uusinta
  vk 1-2 toinen uusinta (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Internationality

  Opintojakson aihepiiriin kuuluu elämä Pohjoismaissa. (not translated)

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  Suullisia ja kirjallisia harjoituksia liittyen sanastoon ja peruskielioppiin kuten adjektiiveihin, substantiiveihin, verbeihin, prepositioihin, sanajärjestykseen ja numeroihin. (not translated)

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Content scheduling

  23.10-15.12.203 (not translated)

  Groups

  • TR1PC2
  • TR1PC1
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Alternative learning methods

  - (not translated)

  Seats

  15 - 45

  Further information

  Arvioinnissa huomioidaan opintojakson harjoitustehtävien suoritus ja loppukoe.
  Hyväksytty-Hylätty (not translated)

  Degree Programme

  TRALI Business Administration, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (FIN)

•     Career Planning STU007HH1AE-3005 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  1 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or a corresponding course, the student:
  - is able to search and utilize labour market data, e.g. information about salaries and employability in different fields, while planning one’s career
  - identifies one’s strengths and development areas in relation to career plan
  - recognizes different possibilities for further education
  - is able to create and develop a career plan
  - identifies the significance of career planning

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competences.

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  Teachers

  Olav Vidjeskog

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 15.11.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • REE3HA1
  • LIE5VIA
  • LIE3VIA
  • REE4PC1
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED
  • ABE3PCAVI

  Seats

  61 - 100

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     Contracts and IPR in International Business LAW010AS2AE-3001 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student:
  • has knowledge of the main legal sources of international business;
  • is able to identify different contract types used in international business transactions and is familiar with their core legal content;
  • is able to communicate with correct legal terminology in international business transactions;
  • is able to identify and apply basic legal contractual terms in simple practical situations and to assess basic contractual risks;
  • has knowledge on the essential IPRs used in the business contract environment
  and the core data protection rules; and
  • is familiar with different methods applied in solving contractual disputes.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  It is strongly recommended that student has completed the International Business Law course prior to this course.

  Contents

  Main legal sources of international business: treaties and conventions, EU legislation and ICC rules
  Different contract types used in international business and their core content
  Basics of GDPR and IPRs
  Dispute resolution methods

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Is able to identify main legal sources of international business and the core features of different contract types, data protection rules and IPRs. Recognizes main terminology and contractual terms used in international business transactions as well as basic contractual risks.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Has knowledge of the main legal sources of international business. Is able to identify different contract types used in international business transactions and has basic knowledge of the core features of different contract types and data protection rules as well as essential IPRs used in the business contract environment. Has knowledge of main terminology and is able to apply basic contractual terms in simple practical situations. Recognizes how basic contractual risks can be limited.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Has a good understanding on the main legal sources of international business and is capable of analyzing and limiting basic contractual risks relevant to international business transactions. Is able to assess and apply core contractual terms in typical situations in international business contracts. Has good knowledge on IPRs and data protection rules relevant to business activities.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact teaching in Porvoo Campus.
  Classes include lecturing, class tasks, group works and possibly company visits.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials available and specified in Moodle
  Teacher’s materials
  web-materials

  Teachers

  Pia Vapaavuori, Kirsi Ola

  Working life connections

  Both contract law and IPR subjects are linked to practical examples and cases from business.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course has no exam but the grade is based on assignments.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Both subjects are based on international rules and practices.

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Learning assignments

  The course includes 3-5 assignments which are evaluated. The deadlines and evaluation criteria of each assignment will be informed during the course.

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  19.8. - 11.10.2024
  Classes are twice per week.

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  In this course the grade is based on collected points from the assignments. The maximum amount of points is 100 points, and for passing the course a student needs 40 points.
  
  There is no possibility for upgrading or retaking assignments.
  
  If you are absent more than 25% of the classes, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Customer Experience and Sales SAL001HH1AE-3036 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  • is able to define sales processes and basic concepts
  • identifies customer needs and development targets
  • identifies and describes the stages of a sales process and can sell their own ideas
  • operates in a service-oriented manner and provides solutions to customer needs and understands the influence of culture in the sales process
  • is able to evaluate the factors influencing the customer experience, including ethics, sustainability and global megatrends.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  This class is part of the Haaga-Helia key competences.

  Contents

  This class is structured around the following themes:
  - The sales function, sales roles and responsibilities, B2C vs. B2B
  - Sales process and typical sales cycle
  - FAB-analysis
  - Customer Experience and purchase process
  - Key elements of a successful sales interaction

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student:
  • can define sales-related concepts and processes and name sales-related goals. Identifies internal and external customers.
  • can describe the stages of a sales encounter and the factors that affect the customer experience.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student:
  • can formulate goals related to sales and customer encounters.
  • can collect information related to the customer experience from various data sources and channels. Understands the importance of long-term and profitable customer relationships in business.
  • can act in a service-oriented and customer-oriented manner in a sales situation.
  • can also evaluate the factors influencing the customer experience from the perspective of sustainable development and culture.
  • can present their own ideas.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student:
  • can evaluate sales and customer interaction goals.
  • can analyse customer needs to develop customer experience.
  • can act purposefully in a sales situation and produce various solutions to customers’ needs.
  • can also evaluate the factors influencing the customer experience from the perspectives of ethics, sustainable development and global megatrends.
  • can present his/her own solutions professionally.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Leena Törmälä

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Defence Force Leadership Training HRL014AS3AE-3002 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr  (DEMO) +-
  Learning objectives

  Recognize and assess one's own management and leadership skills.
  Name development areas in one's own management and leadership skills.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The prerequisite is to have completed the Finnish Defense Forces non-commissioned officer (AUK) or reserve officer (RUK) training.
  
  This is a demonstration implementation. DEMO implementations do not contain any tuition or classes. Other type of implementations are not possible. The demonstration is performed in Moodle.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Management and leadership books and professional management and leadership articles.

  Teachers

  Piia Heikkilä

  Working life connections

  Finnish defense forces leadership training

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam. Demonstration (essay and certificate of leadership training) will be returned to Moodle.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Learning assignments

  Demonstration is completed by writing a reflective essay and returning a certificate of completed leadership training.

  Enrollment

  01.08.2024 - 31.05.2025

  Content scheduling

  You can return the demonstration assignments at a time that suits you best. Demonstrations are evaluated monthly.

  Groups

  • DEMO

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration implementation. The prerequisite is to have completed the Finnish Defense Forces non-commissioned officer (AUK) or reserve officer (RUK) training.

  Seats

  0 - 200

  Further information

  The demonstartion is evaluated on a scale of accepted - rejected.

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Developing Professional Competencies 1 SER029AS2AE-3004 02.09.2024-28.02.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  During the course the student develops their professional competences in accordance with the objectives of their personal study plan. The specific learning objectives are agreed on an individual basis for each course implementation by the student or student group and the teacher of the course.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Prerequisites are determined for each course implementation.

  Contents

  The contents are planned to fit the implementation and student needs. For example:
  
  - A commissioned project
  - Planning and/or attending an event
  - Participating in a competition
  - Demonstrating and strengthening competences in accordance with a specific standard or certificate

  Further information

  Learning environments are determined for each course implementation,

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Project based course. The project is about planning and organizing Duuniin.net 2025.
  Duuniin.net is Haaga-Helia's the biggest recruiting event, and will be held at Pasila campus, with over 40 companies and 800+ students participating every year.
  
  The event organization will take place in small teams based on the student´s background, study program and interest. The course requires the students to work individually with their teams. Regular team meetings with teachers will happen in every second week, where questions can be discussed.
  
  Depending on the team the student chooses students participate in different activities like:
  - planning, organizing, producing and wrapping up the event
  - budgeting
  - contacting companies
  - marketing for students and companies
  - event management
  - professional communication with stakeholders within and outside of Haaga-Helia

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Agreed on an individual or a group basis.
  Materials agreed with students.

  Teachers

  Timo Lampikoski, Eszter Pienluoto, Jukka Väyrynen

  Working life connections

  Communicating with and marketing to companies, depending on student's team.

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course is implemented with Finnish and international students collaborating in teams.
  The language of the course is Finnish and English, depending on the member of the teams.

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 28.02.2025

  Learning assignments

  Event management diary: summary of what the student did during the course and what did they learn.

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 27.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Course starts in September 2024, and ends in February 2025.
  
  The kick-off meeting is held on 5th September 2024 15.00-17.00. Participation on the kick-off meeting is mandatory, as the schedule and small teams for the rest of the course will be decided then.
  
  The course is about producing Duuniin.net recruitment event, which takes place at Pasila campus on 29th January 2025. Active presence on this event as well as the preparation on the day before (28th January 2025) is mandatory.

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED

  Seats

  1 - 20

  Further information

  Course starts in September 2024, and ends in February 2025.
  
  The kick-off meeting is held on 5th September 2024 15.00-17.00. Participation on the kick-off meeting is mandatory, as the schedule and teams for the rest of the course will be decided then.
  
  The course is about organizing Duuniin.net recruitment event, which takes place in Pasila campus on 29th January 2025. Presence on this event as well as the preparation on the day before (28th January 2025) is mandatory.

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     Digital Business Ecosystems DIG013AS2AE-3005 24.03.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student is able to:
  - Define the basic terms
  - Define the relevant concepts, as digital platform, ecosystem, digital ecosystem
  - Understand the basics of digital layered architecture
  - Understands what is an ecosystem and business model of ecosystems, and what are the different types of ecosystems.

  Contents

  Defining the basic terms and relevant concepts of digital ecosystems
  Digital layered architecture
  Digital Business Ecosystems and their meaning in today's digital environment
  Business model of ecosystems
  Study of different types of a business ecosystems

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student is able to:
  - Define the basic terms
  - Define the relevant concepts, as digital platform, ecosystem, digital ecosystem
  - Understand the basics of digital layered architecture
  - Understands what is an ecosystem and business model of ecosystems, and what are the different types of ecosystems.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student is able to:
  - Define well the basic terms
  - Define the relevant concepts, as digital platform, ecosystem, digital ecosystem, and give and study examples
  - Understand the basics of digital layered architecture
  - Understands what is an ecosystem and what are the different types of ecosystems, and business model of ecosystems

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student is able to:
  - Define well the basic terms
  - Define well the relevant concepts, as digital platform, ecosystem, digital ecosystem, and give and study examples
  - Understand the basics of digital layered architecture
  - Understands well what is an ecosystem and what are the different types of ecosystems, and business model of ecosystems, and is able to make analysis of different types of ecosystems

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lecturers
  Assignments (individual) in Moodle
  Articles

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Material in Moodle
  Articles

  Teachers

  Irma Mäkäräinen-Suni

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exams

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.03.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  Individual assignments

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 21.03.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • ITE4PADIG1
  • ONLINE
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Grading of the assignments

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Discover Your Career Path in Finland STU009AS2AE-3002 27.08.2024-31.10.2024  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  On completion of this intensive 3AMK (3UAS) course the student will:
  • know the structures and principles of Finnish working life and labor market
  • develop the ability to analyze job advertisements and identify their potential within the job description
  • recognize and narrate their own strengths and confidently articulate them when seeking employment
  • learn to build new networks to benefit their job search and future career path

  Contents

  The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully.
  
  • visit to workplace, organization or recruitment event
  • using AI in job search
  • understanding the job advertisement and how to tailor your job applications to it
  • learn how to use networking to find jobs
  • create an appealing CV and cover letter
  • independent work in the digital learning environment on e-learning content
  • active discussions in the discussion area
  • writing the final report and completing learning tasks
  The course consists independent study and work online as well as workshops and lectures during the intensive week. Students will also create a CV with the help of AI, design their future career and
  present it to classmates.

  Further information

  The course is designed and implemented in cooperation with 3AMK (3UAS).
  
  This course will be assessed by completing all assigned learning tasks and attending our face-to-face sessions at the Haaga-Helia Pasila campus during intensive week 42.
  
  Read more about 3AMK: 3AMK.fi

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Are you new to the job market in Finland? Are you struggling to find a work placement or a job in Finland? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of the job market and learn how to effectively interpret job postings before applying for a specific position?
  
  Entering the Finnish job market may be different than what you are used to in another country. This course focuses on familiarizing students with the specific requirements of the Finnish job market and the analytical skills needed for applying for jobs in a new culture and society. The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully.
  
  This course will be assessed by completing all assigned learning tasks and attending our face-to-face sessions at the Haaga-Helia Pasila campus during intensive week 42.
  Join the Discover your own career path- course designed for international students organized by 3AMK and get ready to embark on an exciting job search journey. Discover job opportunities that align with your personal values and gain the confidence to a job hunting by understanding the intricacies of the

  Teachers

  Eszter Pienluoto, Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  27.08.2024 - 31.10.2024

  Enrollment

  06.05.2024 - 05.09.2024

  Content scheduling

  Kick-off: 27th of August at 15:00-17:30 on Haaga-Helia Pasila Campus, address:
  Ratapihantie 13, Helsinki. Participation on the kick-off in person is obligatory.
  
  Independent work in Moodle: 28th August-11th of October
  
  Intensive week: Workshops in Haaga-Helia Pasila campus on Mon, Wed and Fri during week 42 (14th – 18th of October), participation is obligatory.
  
  Visit to a company, organization, recruitment event: Will be announced later.
  
  Learning platform: Haaga-Helia Moodle. Login with Haaga-Helia credentials. In case you don't have an active HH account, you will receive one after the enrollment period has ended.
  
  Teachers
  Jemina Kinnari, Eszter Pienluoto (Haaga-Helia), Sanna Penttinen (Laurea) & Anu Luoma (Metropolia)

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • 3AMK
  • BLENDED
  • INTENSIVE
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Continuous Learning

•     Employment in Finland STU011HH1AE-3012 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  1 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this or a corresponding course the student
  • understand the Finnish job market and work culture
  • is able search for a job or work placement based on the specific requirements of Finnish job market
  • shows development of his/her job seeking and networking skills
  • has good application template like CV and cover letter

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  NOTE: this course is not master -level course and course can not be attached to Master’s degree. However master students are welcomed.

  Contents

  • CV and job advertisements
  • Cover letter and job interview
  • Networking on social media and LinkedIn
  • Recognize your skills and motivation
  • Your rights as an employee in Finland
  • Finnish work culture
  • Maintaining you well-being during job search

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  Teachers

  Eszter Pienluoto

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • REE3HA1
  • REE4PC1
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • ONLINE

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Join Employment In Finland -course and get to know the Finnish labour market and how to navigate it! During this course you will learn about the job seeking process with specific requirements and tips to Finland, about Finnish workplace culture, and you will get support in creating your CV, cover letter and LinkedIn. This course is suitable for you at any point of your studies (the sooner the better!), if you are looking for your first work placement, or if you have years of work experience already, but you would like to know how to move forward in your career.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     Entrepreneurship and Business Operations ENT001HH1AE-3032 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student can:
  
  o act entrepreneurially,
  o understand the key concepts of entrepreneurship and business,
  o describe the ways of becoming an entrepreneur, the opportunities, forms of entrepreneurship, and types of companies,
  o assess entrepreneurship and networks from an individual's perspective,
  o utilize the knowledge base and the BMC model when describing and evaluating a business, considering responsibility.

  Contents

  o Key concepts of entrepreneurship and business
  o Entrepreneurship in Finland
  o Entrepreneurial competence
  o Opportunities in entrepreneurship
  o Responsibility in business
  o Business model, Business Model Canvas

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 1
  Able to
  o take responsibility for their tasks
  o use key concepts of entrepreneurship, business, and sustainability

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 3
  In addition to the previous, able to
  o assess their own opportunities to act as an entrepreneur
  o evaluate business opportunities and the process of becoming an entrepreneur
  o identify and describe their own networks
  o understand the knowledge base of entrepreneurship and business and its connections to sustainability

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 5
  In addition to the previous, able to
  o analyze the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship
  o analyze business opportunities and models

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim: Learn to think like an entrepreneur and to solve real-world problems by creating something new. After a successful participation in the course, the student should be able to develop business model considerations in context of entrepreneurial process in starting up a business. In addition, the student will be able to present a new venture idea to potential decision makers. Student will develop skills in innovative thinking, considering both inside and outside a corporate frame.
  Students are expected to come to classes on the campus. In addition, there might be remote teaching including assignments, project work, and independent study based on given instructions
  .
  Classes will be made of lectures, discussions, debates, group works, presentations and other activities

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Exploring Strategy, Twelfth edition, Whittington R., Regnér P., Angwin D., Johnson G., Scholes K.
  
  Scarborough,N. 2011. Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
  
  Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. 2010. Business Model Generation.
  Osterwalder, A., Pigneur, Y., Bernarda, G. & Smith, A. 2014. Value Proposition Design
  
  Bovée, C. & Thill,J. Business in Action any edition

  Teachers

  Thomas Sundman

  Working life connections

  During this course participants will be in constant contact with working life,
  Since they have to define the process of becoming an entrepreneur and to evaluate different available business forms and formalities, they need to get information from industries, businesses, business development agencies and authorities.
  They are expected to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and spirit based on their own background and on available opportunities at societal level.
  They are expected to evaluate different entrepreneurial opportunities and business models with sustainability considerations
  Lastly, they are expected to identify some actors and industrial networks which might be useful for their business ideas to be implemented.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course will not have any written exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International and different nationalities
  Materials and business ideas from international perspective

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  Assignments will consist of tasks related to developing business plan. Students are expected to scan different business environments and to identify opportunities.
  They will then choose and develop own business ideas. These business ideas will be presented at business idea fair and will have a chance to participate in a business idea competition involving different degree programs.
  Students are expected to write a final report in form of business plan..

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Every WED at 11:00-13:45
  Weekly topics are outlined in a separate document (see moodle)

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration of previous knowledge and skills in developing business plans may be discussed with the instructor

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  - Active Participation and activity 15%
  - Business Idea Fair report 15%
  - Pitching & Presentation 30%
  - Business Model Canvas and Final report 40%
  - Self and peer assessments

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Expanding to Foreign Markets ENT002TR1AE-3042 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completion of this course or the equivalent assessment of prior learning, the student will be able to:
  - Identify the motives and risks of internationalization.
  - Compare and contrast internationalization processes and strategies.
  - Differentiate how multinational companies operate (location, communication, decision making, etc.)
  - Compare and assess the suitability of various market entry modes to identify the optional ways to grow in selected markets
  - Articulate the process to create a partner network
  - Recognize the different strategic options of the company to make a reliable market assessment
  - Explain and criticize the challenges and opportunities SMEs and MNCs face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.
  - Compare the cultural environment of business in developed and emerging markets.

  Contents

  - Terminology and definitions
  - Reasons for companies to internationalize
  - Prerequisites for successful internationalization/globalization
  - Cultural environment of international business
  - Ethics, corporate social responsibility, sustainability and governance in international business operations
  - Understanding emerging markets
  - Market entry strategies (export entry modes, FDI, contractual entry modes, projects)
  - Partners, networks and international value chain
  - Strategy and organization in the international firm
  - Target market screening and selection

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Assessment criteria
  The student:
  - knows the basic motives and risks of internationalization
  - is able to identify some of the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a rudimentary knowledge of operation modes in foreign markets.
  - knows the basic principles of internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
  - is able to understand SME firm's value chain activity and relate it to a theory or model.
  - is able to understand the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Assessment criteria
  The student:
  - knows the different motives and risks of internationalization.
  - is able to analyze the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a good knowledge of various operation modes in global markets.
  - is familiar with internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
  - is able to participate as part of a team in analyzing the target market and drawing up a basic internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
  - is able to explain the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Assessment criteria
  - is able to identify proactive and reactive motives as well as the main risks associated with internationalization
  - is able to analyze the relevant opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a solid knowledge of various operation modes in foreign markets.
  - has an analytical comprehension of how to internationalize a firm’s value chain and utilize value networks.
  - is able to analyze the target market by choosing relevant information and draw up a well justified internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
  - is able to explain and criticize the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Further information

  Contact lessons and project work.
  
  Class-based learning and team project, assignments, and independent work.

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  Teachers

  Evariste Habiyakare

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • TR3PCECO
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Business Communication (for Finnish-speaking students) FIN014AS2AE-3004 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  This course has practical orientation, drawing on both theoretical knowledge and personal communication skills. You are familiar with different areas of corporate communications as well as with the linguistic and stylistic conventions of business writing in Finnish. You are able to write effective and reader-friendly messages and documents and you can prepare a professional report in Finnish. You are aware of the importance and strategic role of communication in companies and other organizations.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites. The course language of instruction is Finnish and you need to have proficient user language skills (level C1-C2) to follow the course successfully.
  
  
  NOTE! If your school language is Swedish, you will receive a certificate of proficiency in Finnish for civil servants after you have completed this course and taken the additional tests (oral test and written test under supervision). Please contact the teacher responsible for the course. You will receive further information from him/her.

  Contents

  - Functions of corporate and community communication
  - Basics of business related text types
  - Formal writing in a professional setting
  - Written report (project work)
  - Language planning

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Knowledge:
  You have a basic theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. You know the most relevant concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports and can partly apply them to new contexts. Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have satisfactory skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  Competence:
  You show satisfactory activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Knowledge:
  You have a good theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. You know the relevant
  concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports and can apply them to new contexts. Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have good skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  Competence:
  You show activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Knowledge:
  You have a very good theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. Your use of the relevant concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports in new contexts is very accurate. Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have excellent skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  Competence:
  You show excellent activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  This is a virtual course. The course language of instruction is Finnish.

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  Teachers

  Sanna Kukkonen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • REE1HA1
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE4PC1
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Business Culture and Society INT004AS2AE-3005 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successful competition of the course, the student has achieved an orientation to the Finnish market and culture, and is able to:
  
  1. understand the Finnish society, and the most important stages of history and culture, and understand their effects on the contemporary Finnish society.
  2. understand the characteristics of Finnish business culture and customs.
  3. understand practices in Finnish business communication to successfully communicate with the Finnish speaking market.
  4. understand the Finnish business environment, its actors, and organizational cultures.
  5. demonstrate ability to implement the knowledge of Finnish business culture in own actions.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No pre-requirements.
  This course is for non-Finnish students.

  Contents

  Contents
  
  1. Finnish society and market (history, politics, economy, culture)
  2. Finnish business culture and customs
  3. Finnish business communication
  4. Business environment, actors, and organizational culture

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student is able to recognize and understand the major characteristics of the Finnish society, and some important stages of history and culture. The student has a basic understanding of Finnish business communication, business culture and business environment.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student understands the Finnish society and the main stages of history and culture and their effects on the contemporary society. Also, the student understands the characteristics of Finnish business culture and customs. The student understands the business environment, its actors, and organizational cultures.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student understands and can analyze the Finnish society, culture, and history. Also, the student understands practices in Finnish business communication to successfully communicate with the Finnish speaking market
  The student demonstrates ability to implement the knowledge of Finnish business environment and culture in own actions

  Further information

  This course is meant for those international students whose mother tongue is not Finnish or Swedish.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Finnish Business Culture and Society course provides an orientation to the Finnish market and culture.
  Students study online at their own pace proceeding from a topic to the next learning by reading and viewing videos, completing activities, taking quizzes and exams.
  
  The course materials provide theoretical and factual knowledge and practical examples of different phenomena.
  
  Students receive online teacher feedback and instruction on some of the course assignments.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Online material linked on Moodle
  Activities, videos and exams.

  Teachers

  Liisa Wallenius

  Working life connections

  Work life culture and authentic materials from different industries.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course is self-paced and the materials and exams open as the students proceed.
  
  There is an exam at the end of each chapter and a final exam after all other parts have been completed.
  Deadline for completing the course activities, assignments and chapter exams 12.12.2024
  
  Students have 2 retakes for each chapter exam during the course (by 12.12.2024)
  
  Final exam to be taken by 13.12.2024, Possibility to two final exam retakes until 31.1.2025.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Finnish business culture and communication will be presented and discussed and compared with other national cultures.

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  Assignment 1: introductions, pass/fail
  Assignment 2: National culture comparison, grading 1-5, 10%
  Assignment 3: Finnish business life and culture, grading 1-5, 10%
  Assignment 4 Organizational culture, deadline 12.12.2024 1-5, 10%

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Content scheduling

  Course start 21 October 2024
  
  Independent study and course activity and assignment completion with an exam at the end of each Moodle chapter.
  All assignments and chapter exams to be completed by 12 December 2024.
  
  Final online exam on Moolde completed by 13 December 2024.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED

  Alternative learning methods

  Recognition of prior learning.
  Contact the teacher if you wish to demonstrate your competence as recognition of prior learning.

  Seats

  61 - 100

  Further information

  Assessment
  Course activities pass/fail
  Course assignments (total 30%) as indicated in the Assignment section earlier.
  
  Chapter exams 40%
  Exam 1, Exam 2, Exam 3, Exam 4 and Exam 5
  
  Final exam, 30%
  grading 1-5

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Language and Culture 1 FIN001AS2AE-3034 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successfully completing the course, the student
  * can introduce oneself, give basic information about oneself and ask simple questions
  * can understand and use basic expressions and simple sentences in routine everyday situation
  * is able to deal with some everyday social situations and handle simple shopping situations
  * is aware of the basic characteristics of the Finnish language, culture and habits
  * is able to use the surrounding language environment to develop one’s language skills.
  The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
  The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A1.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  • basics of pronunciation
  • greetings
  • numbers and time expressions
  • family
  • weather
  • everyday life
  • basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  (Min. 40% competence level)
  Developmental competence
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  (Min. 70% competence level)
  Functionally proficient
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  (Min. 90% competence level)
  Mastery
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  Coordinating teacher: Laura Uusitalo
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Classes on Porvoo campus
  Active self-study between the lessons (homework and Moodle exercises)
  Two comprehensive supervised assignments (tests)
  Other learning assignments (video, weekly follow-up tests)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Study book: Sonja Gehring & Sanni Heinzmann: Uudistettu Suomen mestari 1, Finn Lectura, chapters 1-5 (2020)
  Other material available in Moodle and online

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Working life connections

  The course is through language strongly linked to the Finnish society which gives international students a possibility to adapt more easily to Finland.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Two comprehensive supervised assignments replacing one final exam
  Re-exam (covering the whole course) to be agreed separately

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Multicultural student group

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  Homework and weekly exercises in Moodle
  Weekly follow-up tests
  Video assignment
  All assignments must be submitted within the agreed schedule (deadlines announced in Moodle).

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  On Tuesdays at 14:00-16.45 from August 26th to December 13th
  Intensive week 42, no lessons
  Detailed schedule in Moodle

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Continuous assessment: oral skills, homework, follow-ups 40 %
  Supervised assignment 1 30 %
  Supervised assignment 2 30 %

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Language and Culture 2 FIN002AS2AE-3026 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successfully completing the course, the student
  * can communicate in simple everyday situations
  * can tell about his/her home
  * knows some work-related vocabulary
  * can use and understand the local case system of nouns
  * is able to use the surrounding language environment to develop one’s language skills.
  The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
  The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A1.2.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Prerequisite: Finnish Language and Culture 1 or equivalent competence (about 5 ECTS of previous studies).

  Contents

  • pronunciation
  • housing
  • traveling
  • food and drink
  • professions and work
  • expressing place and direction
  • basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  (Min. 40% competence level)
  Developmental competence
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  (Min. 70% competence level)
  Functionally proficient
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  (Min. 90% competence level)
  Mastery
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  Coordinating teacher: Laura Uusitalo
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Classes on Tuesdays in Porvoo
  Active self-study between the lessons (homework and Moodle exercises)
  Two comprehensive supervised assignments (tests)
  Other learning assignments (video, follow-up tests)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Study book: Sonja Gehring & Sanni Heinzmann: Uudistettu Suomen mestari 1, Finn Lectura, chapters 6-9 (2020)
  Other material available in Moodle and online

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Working life connections

  The course is through language strongly linked to the Finnish society which gives international students a possibility to adapt more easily to Finland.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Two comprehensive supervised assignments replacing one final exam
  Re-exam (covering the whole course) to be agreed separately

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Multicultural student group

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  Homework and weekly exercises in Moodle
  Weekly follow-up tests, video assignment
  All assignments must be submitted within the agreed schedule (deadlines announced in Moodle).

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  On Tuesdays at 8 - 11 from January to May
  Intensive weeks 8 and 12, no lessons
  Detailed schedule in Moodle

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE2PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 40

  Further information

  Continuous assessment and oral skills 40 %
  Supervised assignment 1 30 %
  Supervised assignment 2 30 %

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Futures Thinking in Digital Business DIG014AS2AE-3002 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  In this course you will learn the basics of futures thinking and foresight in technology-driven business context.
  
  Upon successful completion of the course, the you are able to
  - justify the importance of systematical foresight in digital business development,
  - create futures intelligence by using versatile methods and sources,
  - use it to explore and analyze digital business opportunities in different future horizons,
  - observe the world critically and think creatively while acknowledging uncertainty.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No special prerequisites.

  Contents

  Contents
  - identification of current emerging technologies and trends
  - elements of foresight in business
  - digital transformation from past to present: technological and strategic trends
  - types and sources of futures knowledge
  - methods to create, analyze and use futures knowledge
  - practical application of methods to specific digital business
  - digital business development conceptualization

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student shows some usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can name some emerging technologies and trends, and present opportunities they pose for digital business.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student shows relevant usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can name main emerging technologies and trends, and present opportunities they provide for a specific digital business and ponders critically their role in future.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student shows versatile and proper usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can identify alternative emerging technologies, trends and opportunities, and evaluate their impact for a specific digital business. Moreover, student can conceptualize emerging opportunities for future digital business in different time horizons.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Partly in classroom in Porvoo, partly online remote learning on Teams.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  In Moodle.

  Teachers

  Tommi Immonen, Pierantonio Silvani

  Working life connections

  Company or industry of students' choice.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Learning task as group work, defined at the beginning of the study period.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International examples and benchmarking.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Learning assignments

  Defined at the beginning of the study period.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  Meetings once a week in the classroom or online on Teams.

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  Discussed at the beginning of the study period.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Defined in the course assignment.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     ICT Competencies ICB001HH1AE-3036 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student who completes this course (or has acquired equivalent competence) is able to succeed in Haaga-Helia studies by:
  
  • Using M365 productivity applications independently, and with others.
  • Acting responsibly according to data security and -protection practices
  • Creating accessible Office documents according to Haaga-Helia reporting standards
  • Utilizing AI tools appropriately in Haaga-Helia studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  This course belongs to Haaga-Helia Key Competencies for all degrees.
  Completing Introduction to Digital Learning Environments (1 cr) is strongly encouraged.

  Contents

  Contents of the course:
  
  Powerpoint
  Basic use of PowerPoint, Slide Master, Smart art.
  
  Word
  Haaga-Helia Word document templates, advanced layout settings, section breaks
  
  Excel end-project
  Basic and versatile functions (if, lookup), charts, tables

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student
  - Can create, edit, and save files using Microsoft 365 tools
  - Is able to share files with different permissions
  - Masters basic concepts of data security and data protection
  - Knows the concept of Artificial Intelligence tools

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student
  - Knows how to independently use office tools.
  - Is able to act securely while respecting data protection.
  - Knows the basic concepts of systems and web applications.
  - Understands when Artificial Intelligence tools can be used in studies

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  - Is able to apply tools for practical tasks.
  - Knows the risks of your network environment and knows how to protect your files and folders.
  - Know the basics of systems and application procedures.
  - Can apply Artificial Intelligence tools appropriately according to Haaga-Helia regulations

  Further information

  To complete the course assignments, you must install Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint desktop applications on your computer. Their browser based online versions are not sufficient.
  
  The course material is based on English versions of Microsoft Office Word, Excel ja PowerPoint applications that is provided on the Microsoft Support website.
  Course material is created for Windows operating system versions. Mac users are not fully supported. You are encouraged to actively search for instructions for your own computer type.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This course is a part of all Haaga-Helia's degrees and the student can participate in any implementation. This implementation is aimed at students of Digital Business degree. This means that the contents of materials and exercises are degree-specific. The competence goals and assessment criteria are identical for every implementation.
  
  The course is conducted in contact learning in class
  -Lectures about theory
  -Exercises and guidance in class
  -Final assignments

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Course material will be published in Moodle-learning platform

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Working life connections

  The course gives the needed essential digital skills to using Microsoft 365 program for today's work life.
  Microsoft 365 is a product family of productivity software, collaboration and cloud-based services.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  To be announced

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Alternative learning methods

  If you have already acquired competence in required ICT-skills e.g., from work or from previous studies. The course can be recognized based on previously acquired learning and skills (RPL). Discuss for the possible RPL with your lecturer at the beginning of the the implementation.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Student must be present at least 75 per cent of the lessons in all contact, online and blended implementations, and they have to participate actively. An absence of more than 50 % leads to disqualification.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     IT Support and Guidance ICB003HH1AE-3002 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  All students at Haaga-Helia need a personal computer device. You will soon write assignments and reports, record videos, attend online lectures and do many other tasks that would not be possible without a computer and a keyboard.
  
  Your personal computer device can be a PC or Mac laptop, desktop computer, or a tablet with a proper keyboard and mouse. You must be able to install software to your device, such as the Microsoft Office desktop applications. You need enough memory to run them. Please see other recommendations for your device.
  
  Here are the requirements for your immediately next courses:
  
  On the Introduction to studies -course a mobile device or tablet is sufficient.
  On ICT Competencies, you need a laptop or desktop computer where you can install Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel as Desktop applications.
  
  If you do not yet have a personal computer with a keyboard, you can start your studies using the campus computers. However, make sure that you will acquire a computer that obeys the Device recommendations for Haaga-Helia students.

  Contents

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  All students at Haaga-Helia need a personal computer device. You will soon write assignments and reports, record videos, attend online lectures and do many other tasks that would not be possible without a computer and a keyboard.
  
  Your personal computer device can be a PC or Mac laptop, desktop computer, or a tablet with a proper keyboard and mouse. You must be able to install software to your device, such as the Microsoft Office desktop applications. You need enough memory to run them. Please see other recommendations for your device.
  
  Here are the requirements for your immediately next courses:
  
  On the Introduction to studies -course a mobile device or tablet is sufficient.
  On ICT Competencies, you need a laptop or desktop computer where you can install Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel as Desktop applications.
  
  If you do not yet have a personal computer with a keyboard, you can start your studies using the campus computers. However, make sure that you will acquire a computer that obeys the Device recommendations for Haaga-Helia students.

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Enrollment

  07.11.2024 - 07.11.2024

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • REE2PC1
  • ABE2PCAVI

  Seats

  1 - 45

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     IT Workshop for Beginners ICB002HH1AE-3005 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Contents

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  All students at Haaga-Helia need a personal computer device. You will soon write assignments and reports, record videos, attend online lectures and do many other tasks that would not be possible without a computer and a keyboard.
  
  Your personal computer device can be a PC or Mac laptop, desktop computer, or a tablet with a proper keyboard and mouse. You must be able to install software to your device, such as the Microsoft Office desktop applications. You need enough memory to run them. Please see other recommendations for your device.
  
  Here are the requirements for your immediately next courses:
  
  On the Introduction to studies -course a mobile device or tablet is sufficient.
  On ICT Competencies, you need a laptop or desktop computer where you can install Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel as Desktop applications.
  
  If you do not yet have a personal computer with a keyboard, you can start your studies using the campus computers. However, make sure that you will acquire a computer that obeys the Device recommendations for Haaga-Helia students.

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Enrollment

  01.01.2020 - 01.01.2020

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  1 - 45

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Idea Incubator – Entrepreneurship and Innovations ENT025AS2AE-3001 12.03.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (3AMK, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Learning goals
  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student can:
  • Act entrepreneurially,
  • Understand the key concepts of customer-oriented business idea development,
  • Assess and select relevant customer segments for a business idea
  • Utilize interview methods to gain information from customers
  • Assess and use gathered customer information for business idea development

  Contents

  • Value Proposition Canvas
  • Customer Segmentation
  • Testing Business Idea with Customers
  • Customer Interviews

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Able to
  • take responsibility for their tasks
  • understand the key concepts of customer segmentation, value proposition and testing business idea

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  In addition to the previous, able to
  • identify and describe one or more customer segments
  • analyze customers using Value Proposition Canvas
  • implement viable testing plan for business idea

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  In addition to the previous, able to
  • analyze the gathered customer information and use it to develop the business idea

  Further information

  This course is designed by 3AMK (3UAS) and especially meant for the international students of Haaga-Helia, Laurea and Metropolia (3AMK). However, it is possible to attend even though you study in Finnish-speaking degree program or want to participate through open UAS.
  
  There will be teachers from all three UAS. The coordinating UAS is Haaga-Helia and the learning platform is Haaga-Helia's Moodle. If you don't already have Haaga-Helia's user ID, you will get one after you have been admitted into the course.

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  Teachers

  Antti Leppilampi

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.03.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  • Value Proposition Canvas; Evaluation: 1–5, Assessment emphasis: 20 %
  • Moodle exam, Value proposition & segmentation; evaluation: 1–5, Assessment emphasis: 15 %
  • Moodle exam, Testing business idea; Evaluation: 1–5, Assessment emphasis: 15 %
  • Final presentation; Evaluation: 1–5, Assessment emphasis: 50 %

  Enrollment

  03.12.2024 - 17.04.2025

  Content scheduling

  Week 1: On-site Workshop at Haaga-Helia Pasila Campus, on 12.3.2025 (½ day)
  Weeks 2–3: Independent work on Moodle & Teams session on 26.3.2025 in a small groups
  Week 4: On-site Workshop at Laurea Tikkurila Campus, on 2.4.2025 (½ day)
  Weeks 5–: Independent work on Moodle
  Week 6: Integrating the data for iteration & Guidance for the final pitch, 15th April (On Teams)
  Weeks 7: Independent work & team/individual meeting and guidance via Teams on 23.4.2025
  Week 8: Work: On-site Workshop at Metropolia Arabia Campus, on 29.4.2025 (½ day)
  
  More detailed schedule will be informed later.

  Groups

  • 3AMK
  • BLENDED

  Seats

  15 - 30

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, TRALI Business Administration, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Virtual proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Continuous Learning

•     Innovation and Prototyping DIG002AS2AE-3007 24.03.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE4PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this course the student is able to use ideation methods to a problem, acting creatively and focusing on the client and the solution. The student can present an innovative product using visual aids. The student knows how to use methods of concept building and is able to produce a working solution based on the concept.
  
  The course is mostly based on exercises and group work.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  This course is part of the Digital Services orientation of the Bachelor in Business IT degree programme.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

  Contents

  The course focuses on problems from either client companies or the students themselves. Innovations are then developed starting from ideas related to the problems.
  
  Central themes include:
  • innovation: concepts, stages and demands of the innovation process, ideation and analysis methods, and tools for structuring the work
  • concepting: defining and describing a concept, presenting and testing a concept, and how to present a concept

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student knows innovation methods, has a basic understanding of the central tenets of innovation, and knows the main features of the innovation process.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, recognizes the phases of an innovation process, and is able to function as a team member in an innovation project.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, knows the phases and requirements of an innovation process well, and is able to manage an innovation project in a solution-oriented and customer-oriented manner. The student shows initiative in developing an innovation process.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  After completing this course the student is able to use ideation methods to a problem, acting creatively and focusing on the client and the solution. The student can present an innovative product using visual aids. The student knows how to use methods of concept building and is able to produce a working solution based on the concept.
  
  The course is mostly based on exercises and group work.
  
  The course focuses on problems from either client companies or the students themselves. Innovations are then developed starting from ideas related to the problems.
  
  Central themes include:
  • innovation: concepts, stages and demands of the innovation process, ideation and analysis methods, and tools for structuring the work
  • concepting: defining and describing a concept, presenting and testing a concept, and how to present a concept

  Learning material and recommended literature

  In Moodle
  
  You need to read at least one related book. You can either pick one from the list below, or submit a book you'd like to read.
  
  Steven Johnson: Where good ideas come from
  Scott Berkun: The myths of innovation
  Clayton M. Christensen: Innovator´s dilemma
  W. Chan Kim & Renée Mauborgne: Blue Ocean Strategy
  Austin Kleon: Steal like an artist
  Jeff Dyer et al.: Innovator´s DNA
  Scott Belsky: Making ideas happen
  Chip Heat & Dan Heat: Made to stick
  James Webb Young: A technique for producing ideas (method)
  Mark Stickdorn: This is service design doing (methods)
  Vijay Kumar: 101 Design Methods (methods)
  Michael Michalko: Tinkertoys (methods)

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Working life connections

  -

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course is graded by the group project - there is no exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  -

  Timing

  24.03.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  Tasks presented in class.
  Project work resulting in a working prototype.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 21.03.2025

  Groups

  • DBE4PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  This course can be completed by either
  a. full time studying in class, blended learning or intensive implementations
  b. taking part in a work project
  c. learning at work (studification)
  d. taking a virtual course.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Grade 1
  The student knows innovation methods, has a basic understanding of the central tenets of innovation, and knows the main features of the innovation process.
  
  Grade 3
  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, recognizes the phases of an innovation process, and is able to function as a team member in an innovation project.
  
  Grade 5
  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, knows the phases and requirements of an innovation process well, and is able to manage an innovation project in a solution-oriented and customer-oriented manner. The student shows initiative in developing an innovation process.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     International Business Law LAW001TR1AE-3026 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student
  -recognizes the main legal concepts and framework regulating businesses in EU;
  -is able to describe how companies generally are administered and how assets are distributed;
  -knows the basic contractual principles relevant to conclusion and validity of contracts and is able to assess the main effects of contractual liability;
  -knows consumer protection rules safeguarding the basic rights of consumers and
  -knows the core rules regulating employment relationships.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No previous prerequistions

  Contents

  Main legal concepts and framework regulating businesses in EU
  Relevance of EU law, international treaties and national laws for an EU member state using Finland as an example
  Basics of company laws
  Introduction to contract law
  Consumer protection
  Introduction to employment law

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student recognizes core legal issues regulating business activities and related essential legal sources.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student recognizes core legal issues regulating business activities, finds appropriate legal sources and is able to apply them to basic practical situations.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student recognizes core legal issues regulating business activities, is able to find a broad variety of legal sources and apply them to customary practical situations. The student understands the significant effect of regulations on business activities.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.
  
  Student can demonstrate the level of their prior learning. This must be completed in the beginning of the course. Contact the responsible teacher Pia Vapaavuori for more information. The assessment is based on the demonstration by the student of their competence to meet the learning criteria and their knowledge on course content. Courses can also be completed through work-based learning.
  
  More information can be found at https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning.

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  Teachers

  Janne Jokinen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • EXCH
  • ONLINE

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Data Analytics for Business ANA001TR1AE-3015 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  - utilises business and customer data from various sources to support decision-making process
  - processes data in Excel or other suitable software
  - formulates data into tables and calculate descriptive statistics
  - visualises data correctly
  - analyses and interprets correlations and their significance
  - is able to interpret, report and critically assess the results

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Prerequisite is the successful completion of course ICT Key Comeptences.

  Contents

  - statistics and their representation as tables and charts
  - descriptive statistics
  - correlation and regression
  - time series
  - basics of statistical inference

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Is able to calculate basic descriptive statistics. Visualises data with basic figures and tables. Is able to list the main results.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Analyses correlations, differences and trends. Visualises data with various figures and tables. Is able to interpret and report the results.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Analyses and interprets independently correlations, differences and trends. Selects and creates suitable graphical presentations to visualise data. Is able to interpret and assess the results and give suggestions for development.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Case studies generated by ERPsim simulation game
  Case studies based on flat files such as csv, Access and Excel
  Case studies based on data on database servers

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materias are given on course Moodle page

  Teachers

  Veijo Vänttinen

  Working life connections

  Simulated business cases

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Learning assignments

  Weekly assignments

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  RPL

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment based on returned assignments and questionnaires

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Digital Learning Environments STU002HH1AE-3044 19.08.2024-29.11.2024  1 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students who have completed this course or have acquired equivalent competence will be able to:
  - use Haaga-Helia's Moodle and other e-learning environments
  - use the Haaga-Helia Office 365 environment and its various services, including email, calendar and OneDrive
  - use the Haaga-Helia network and remote access securely
  - use Peppi, the student intranet
  - use Haaga-Helia student pages
  
  In addition, the student will identify the skills and mindset needed for independent virtual learning online.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No pre-requisites.
  The course teaches the necessary IT skills to enable the student to use Haaga-Helia's IT systems, which is why the completion of this course is essential for all subsequent courses.

  Contents

  Moodle learning environment
  Know your own computer
  Haaga-Helia internet and remote access
  M365 student email, calendar and Teams
  Zoom virtual lectures
  Peppi student intranet
  Haaga-Helia student pages

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  Teachers

  Hanna Mäenpää

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 29.11.2024

  Enrollment

  01.01.2023 - 01.01.2023

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • FH24S
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED

  Seats

  30 - 150

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Digital Learning Environments STU002HH1AE-3032 12.08.2024-13.09.2024  1 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students who have completed this course or have acquired equivalent competence will be able to:
  - use Haaga-Helia's Moodle and other e-learning environments
  - use the Haaga-Helia Office 365 environment and its various services, including email, calendar and OneDrive
  - use the Haaga-Helia network and remote access securely
  - use Peppi, the student intranet
  - use Haaga-Helia student pages
  
  In addition, the student will identify the skills and mindset needed for independent virtual learning online.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No pre-requisites.
  The course teaches the necessary IT skills to enable the student to use Haaga-Helia's IT systems, which is why the completion of this course is essential for all subsequent courses.

  Contents

  Moodle learning environment
  Know your own computer
  Haaga-Helia internet and remote access
  M365 student email, calendar and Teams
  Zoom virtual lectures
  Peppi student intranet
  Haaga-Helia student pages

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  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.08.2024 - 13.09.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  30 - 150

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Studies STU001HH1AE-3035 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  1 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this or a corresponding course the student
  
  - can interpret and utilize degree regulations in his/her studies
  - can use library services, student wellbeing services, FSHS (Finnish Student Health Service) and international services.
  - recognizes the special characteristics of studying at university of applied sciences
  - is familiar with the structure of ISP and is able to update it, and identifies the basis of planning studies
  - is able to search for work placement related information
  - recognizes the basics and characteristics of his/her field
  - appreciates and accepts the rules and conditions of his/her studies

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competences.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact learning hours once a week during the first period.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Provided by the teacher on Moodle.

  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Learning assignments

  Study assignments are compulsory part of the course and are provided on Moodle.

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Weekly timetable available on the Moodle page. Contact hours are once a week during the first period.

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Alternative learning methods

  Different implementation methods may be offered during the academic year.
  
  In case you have already acquired the required competence it is advisable to select a virtual nonstop implementation in order to be able to complete the course at your own pace. If there is no virtual nonstop implementation available, you may contact the teacher of this course for more information on different ways to complete the course.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  The course is graded pass/fail.
  In order to pass the course you must complete all required tasks with a passing grade.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Kertaa ja kuuntele – Polish your Finnish skills! FIN001AS0AE-3001 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  1 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Having completed the course, you will have
  • a strong basic vocabulary
  • clear understanding of some crucial structures of Finnish
  • good skills in listening to Finnish.

  Contents

  The aim of the course is to strengthen your Finnish language skills after your first Finnish course. You will revise and get a lot of practice in some essential structures of Finnish. You will also improve your skills in listening to Finnish. After completing this course, you will have a stronger basis for your future Finnish studies, and you will be well prepared for your next Finnish course.

  Further information

  Remember to make sure with your University of Applied Sciences that the course can be included in your degree.
  
  This is a unique 3AMK collaboration course coordinated by Haaga-Helia UAS.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  A virtual course covering the key topics of a beginner Finnish course.
  
  The course is aimed at students studying Finnish as a second or foreign language.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Teacher’s material on Moodle

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Two mid-term tests and one final exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  - listening comprehension
  - reading comprehension
  - grammar exercises
  - listening exercises

  Enrollment

  25.11.2024 - 25.04.2025

  Content scheduling

  Independent studies on Metropolia's Moodle, HAKA login. Course key will be sent for those who have enrolled for the course.

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • 3AMK
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Further information

  Continuous assessment

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, INTBBA International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Continuous Learning

•     Networking and Career Design STU001AS0AE-3001 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or a corresponding course, the student:
  - has increased self-awareness and developed career planning skills
  -has created a personal career design portfolio with strengths, values and ideas for alternative career paths and experiments
  - understands the fundamentals of the Finnish labour market?
  - has learnt effective networking techniques and started to build a professional network
  - has tools and skills for lifelong career design and wellbeing

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  This course integrates networking principles with career planning strategies. Students will explore both theoretical concepts and practical techniques to enhance their employability and design a successful career path.
  
  By the end of this course, students will have honed their networking skills, created a career design aligned with their aspirations, and established valuable professional connections.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student:
  
  • participates in networking events and the project
  • reflects on networking activities in the career design portfolio according to the instructions
  • submits a career action plan

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student:
  • participates actively in networking events, project and class discussions
  • reflects thorougly on networking activities in the career design portfolio with some evidence of networking efforts
  • can identify own strengths and areas for development very well and submits a well thought out career action plan in the career design portfolio

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  
  • participates proactively in networking events, project and contributes significantly to class discussions
  • is able to critically reflect on networking activities and efforts and lessons learnt in the career design portfolio
  • can identify and reflect on own strengths and areas for development in a professional way and submits an analytical and creative career action plan and development strategy to enter the Finnish labour market

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures and class activities, events and do-good project assignment.
  Individual learning assignments.
  Experiential and reflective learning, problem-based learning.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Digital material on Moodle and other materials provided during the course.
  Literature and reading list published as the course starts.

  Teachers

  Liisa Wallenius, Niina Moilanen, Kirsi LaPointe

  Working life connections

  Liaising with the local business environment and organisations. Participation in job fairs, guest lectures and possible study visits to local companies.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Internationalisation on campus, cooperation within international teams
  Cultural aspects of networking, career desing, work-life, studies and well-being.
  Focus of adapting to the Finnish culture.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  Career and Networking Porfolio
  
  1 Project report (do good voluntary work)
  
  2 Career Design Portfolio: Develop a career narrative to guide your continuous career design.
  Include a roadmap with experiments, deadlines, and resources needed.
  
  3 Reflection of networking events and your activity in them and class work

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  Class on Thursdays 8:30 - 11:00
  
  Schedule published at the course beginning.

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • REE2PC1
  • ABE2PCAVI

  Alternative learning methods

  No alternative way of completing the course.

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Project plan, implementation and reflection on the do-good activities or voluntary work 30 %
  
  Career design portfolio 30 %
  
  Participation and reflection of events: Compile evidence of networking efforts (event attendance, connections made) with reflection, and active contribution and engagement in class discussions 40 %
  
  Self, peer and teacher assessment

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Organizational Activity 1 STU006AS2AE-3001 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student will be able to
  
  - describe the basics of the action of student bodies and associations in the operational environment of a university of applied sciences
  - recognize the political and operational responsibilities of their position of trust, and they know the stakeholder groups and targets of influencing relevant to their own operation
  - comply to the jointly agreed on regulations to reach the targets
  - communicate and perform fluently, and lead their own activities.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required. The course is part of complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  This course is primarily targeted at the executive board of the student union, representative council, students holding positions of trust in student associations and student representatives in administrative organs. The course provides a student with capabilities to work in the organizational sector and prepares them for an active, informed and critical citizenship.
  
  The course can be completed by being active for one term of office (ie a year) in some Haaga-Helia student association or representative council. Activity in a student association or representative council can be, for example:
  
  In Helga
  
  - participation in the activities of Student Union HELGA, SAMOK (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences) or Student Sports Federation (OLL, Opiskelijoiden Liikuntaliitto)
  
  - attending the meetings of Haaga-Helia working committees
  
  - participation in the activities of HELGA’s teams
  
  - cooperation between the members of international system of organizations
  
  
  Activities in student associations
  
  - Attending training sessions of student associations
  
  - Attending the meetings of the executive board of the student association
  
  - Carrying out the activities of the student associations
  
  - the operations of Suomen Opiskelijakuntien Liitto – SAMOK ry, (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences),
  
  
  Student representative activities
  
  - Attending the meetings of the representative council of the student association
  
  - Other activities of the representative council

  Further information

  You can apply to complete the Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses by applying to
  become a trustee of a student association, student union or student organization. Each
  organization has its own application process, which usually starts in the fall semester
  around October-December. Associations inform about their recruitments via their own
  communication channels. Traditionally, positions such as board member, vice-chairperson or
  chairperson are applied for by using an application form and participating in general
  meetings and elections. The positions usually last one calendar year.
  
  When you have been selected for a specific position in the organization and you have
  worked actively in that position, at the end of the term you can apply for credits from the
  Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses. You can get a maximum of 15 credits. There is
  no registration for courses, but their completion is applied in a following way:
  
  1. Choose which course you want to complete by comparing the course's learning objectives
  with your own experience. You can complete several study courses at once, but in this case
  it must be well justified. Traditionally, one course can be completed per term, and at each
  level of the courses (1, 2 and 3), the demands of the tasks increase.
  
  2. When you have decided which course(s) you want to complete, you must fill out the
  application. Students can find the application form in the material bank of Helga's website
  (link: https://helga.fi/en/materials/ ). Fill out the application and send it by email to Helga's
  specialist of influencing and advocacy.
  
  3. The specialist checks the application and either accepts it or requests clarification or an
  addition to the application.
  
  4. When the specialist has approved the application, they forward it to Haaga-Helia's
  teacher/counselor, who adds the credits to the student

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  01.04.2024 - 01.04.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     Organizational Activity 2 STU007AS2AE-3001 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student will
  
  - be familiar with the basics of planning and managing projects, producing and implementing both publicity and marketing materials with the support of the background organization
  
  - be able to describe the environment of student body and association activities in a Finnish university of applied sciences
  
  - know the basics of financial administration and be able to apply the skills learned to financial planning and administration in the system of organizations
  
  - be able to apply the skills and knowledge acquired independently.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Before taking this course, the student must have completed the course Societal Activity 1. The course is part of complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  This course is primarily targeted at the executive board members of the student union, representative council, students holding positions of trust in student associations and student representatives in administrative organs. The course provides a student with capabilities to work in the organizational sector and prepares them for an active, informed and critical citizenship.
  
  The course can be completed by being active for one term of office (ie a year) in some Haaga-Helia student association or representative council. Activity in a student association or representative council can be, for example:
  
  In Helga
  
  - participation in the activities of Student Union HELGA, SAMOK (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences) or Student Sports Federation (Opiskelijoiden Liikuntaliitto, OLL)
  
  - attending the meetings of Haaga-Helia working committees
  
  - participation in the activities of HELGA’s teams
  
  - cooperation between the members of international system of organizations
  
  
  
  Activities in student associations
  
  - Attending training sessions of student associations
  
  - Attending the meetings of the executive board of the student union
  
  - Carrying out the activities of the student associations
  
  - the operations of Suomen Opiskelijakuntien Liitto – SAMOK ry, (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences)
  
  
  Student representative activities
  
  - Attending the meetings of the representative council of the student association
  
  - Other activities of the representative council

  Further information

  You can apply to complete the Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses by applying to
  become a trustee of a student association, student union or student organization. Each
  organization has its own application process, which usually starts in the fall semester
  around October-December. Associations inform about their recruitments via their own
  communication channels. Traditionally, positions such as board member, vice-chairperson or
  chairperson are applied for by using an application form and participating in general
  meetings and elections. The positions usually last one calendar year.
  
  When you have been selected for a specific position in the organization and you have
  worked actively in that position, at the end of the term you can apply for credits from the
  Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses. You can get a maximum of 15 credits. There is
  no registration for courses, but their completion is applied in a following way:
  
  1. Choose which course you want to complete by comparing the course's learning objectives
  with your own experience. You can complete several study courses at once, but in this case
  it must be well justified. Traditionally, one course can be completed per term, and at each
  level of the courses (1, 2 and 3), the demands of the tasks increase.
  
  2. When you have decided which course(s) you want to complete, you must fill out the
  application. Students can find the application form in the material bank of Helga's website
  (link: https://helga.fi/en/materials/ ). Fill out the application and send it by email to Helga's
  specialist of influencing and advocacy.
  
  3. The specialist checks the application and either accepts it or requests clarification or an
  addition to the application.
  
  4. When the specialist has approved the application, they forward it to Haaga-Helia's
  teacher/counselor, who adds the credits to the student

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  01.04.2024 - 01.04.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     People and Culture HRL001TR1AE-3036 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this course or achieving an equivalent competence level, you:
  
  - Recognise the forms and structures of organisations
  - Understand the role of culture in international organisations
  - Identify and analyse ethics, responsibility, and sustainability (ERS) in people management
  - Demonstrate diversity and inclusion in multicultural collaboration (DEIB)

  Contents

  The main themes of this course are:
  
  - Psychological safety
  - Organisational culture and identity
  - DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging)
  - CSR (corporate social responsibility)
  - Multicultural teams
  - Organisational structure

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  You know some of the organizational structures. You can describe diversity and inclusion practices in a multicultural organization. You can list factors affecting collaboration and well-functioning organization. You know the meaning of ethics and social responsibility at work.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  You recognize different organizational forms and structures suitable for various circumstances. You can describe the impact of diversity and inclusion practices in a multicultural organization. You distinguish various factors affecting collaboration and a well-functioning organization. You recognize diverse stakeholders requirements for ethics and social responsibility in people management.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  You recognize various organizational forms and structures and can asess their suitability for various circumstances. You rationalize and apply inclusive practices to support diversity in multicultural work environments. You analyze diverse stakeholders requirements for ethics and social responsibility in people management.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This is a CONTACT course and the lectures are held at the Porvoo campus. You are expected to attend lectures regularly. Participation in the lectures will affect your grade. Therefore, for those unable to attend lectures, a virtual implementation is available. Additionally, if you have existing knowledge in this area, you may showcase your skills through a demonstration of competence (RPL), see below.
  
  In this course we will also use Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach.
  
  The main themes of this course are:
  
  - Psychological safety
  
  - Organisational culture and identity
  
  - DEIB (diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging)
  
  - ERS (ethics, responsibility, sustainability)
  
  - CSR (corporate social responsibility)
  
  - Multicultural teams
  
  - Organisational structure

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Sackmann, S. 2021. Culture in organizations: Development, impact and culture-mindful leadership.
  
  Recommended reading:
  
  Browaeys, M. & Price, R. 2019. Understanding cross-cultural management. Fourth edition. Harlow, United Kingdom: Pearson Education Limited.
  
  Gómez-Mejía, L. R., Balkin, D. B. & Cardy, R. L. 2016. Managing human resources. Eight edition, global edition. Boston: Pearson Education.

  Teachers

  Evariste Habiyakare

  Working life connections

  In this course, you will explore case studies and real-life examples that connect what you learn with actual work situations. This will help you use your new knowledge and skills to improve your work in organizations.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course materials and assignments reflect global perspectives, enriched by the diverse experiences of your fellow students.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  The course includes both individual and group assignments, each contributing a specific weight to the overall course grade.
  
  1. Individual assignment, 30%, mandatory
  2. Team assignment, 30%, mandatory
  3. Exam, 10%, mandatory
  4. Moodle online discussions 30%, optional for grades 4-5
  
  To pass this course, you are required to achieve a minimum grade of 1 on assignments 1, 2 and 3.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  The dates of the lectures, the course content, and the deadlines for assignments are in the course Moodle, which will be available to you by the start date at the latest.

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration of key competencies:
  
  This course can also be completed by demonstrating your competence. Before attempting the demonstration, please review the study guide. Compare your own skills and knowledge with the learning objectives specified in the study guide. Through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), you will show your existing competence that aligns with the course's content. It's important to thoroughly understand the learning objectives and assessment criteria before you decide to do the demonstration.

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  The course grade is influenced by the learning assignments, which are evaluated using an assessment rubric. The assessment rubrics and the weighting of assignments are available on the course Moodle.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Principles of Accounting and Finance ECO002TR1AE-3015 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student is able to:
  - record business transactions by applying double-entry bookkeeping technique
  - prepare basic financial statements by applying generally accepted accounting practices
  - justify the importance of planning and forecasting process for an organization
  - prepare different sub-budgets and financial plans for a company
  - recognize capital market actors and liaise with them
  - identify and assess different options for companies to finance their operations and projects
  - recognize the need for working capital in a company
  - identify ethical and responsible aspects of a finance profession

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The course belongs to BBA Key Competencies.
  Prior to this course the student should have completed following HH key competence course or gained similar knowledge and skills:
  ECO001HH1AE

  Contents

  - accounting equation
  - double-entry bookkeeping
  - financial closing and statements
  - principles of budgeting
  - financing options
  - working capital
  - finance as a profession

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student can identify
  - basic double-entry accounting technique and its linkages to the simple financial statements
  - some budgeting principles in a small company
  - some sources of finance and capital market operators
  - concept of working capital

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student can apply
  - double-entry technique in a simple business environment
  - basic accounting principles in preparing financial statements
  - some budgeting and financial planning methods for a company
  - sources of finance suitable for a small company and recognize various capital market operators
  - concept of working capital

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student can analyze and interpret
  - financial information produced in accounting and recognizes the information flows from business transactions to financial statements
  - basic accounting principles in preparing financial statements
  - various budgets and plans and understand their importance in the decision making process
  - sources of finance for a company
  - various capital market operators offering financing
  - working capital requirements of a company

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Kalle Räihä

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Principles of Economics ECO001TR1AE-3011 19.08.2024-11.10.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student who has completed this course or acquired equivalent competence:
  -knows the structure of the economy and identifies the most significant drivers of economic change
  - understands the role of the public sector, consumers and businesses in society as a builder of wealth and well-being
  -knows the principles of economic decision-making
  -knows what is meant by corporate social responsibility and how the circular economy and sustainable development are promoted in business operations
  - knows the key concepts and indicators of the economy
  - understands current phenomena and trends in the global economy and their impact on the operations and competitiveness of companies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required
  The Principles of Economics is key competences of qualification.

  Contents

  - Economic growth, gross domestic product and well-being
  - Economic sectors and actors
  - Supply, demand and the markets
  - Inequality
  - Circular economy and sustainable development
  - Globalization and foreign trade
  - Economic policy

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student can describe:
  - the importance of the economy and politics as a basis for the functioning of society
  - economic phenomena, and is familiar with key economic concepts
  - the structure of the economy and is familiar with the key international economic relations
  - the principles of the circular economy, as well as the behavior and economic decision-making of people and businesses.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student:
  - can estimate the impact of economic phenomena on their own activities, on consumers and on businesses
  - can interpret key basic economic concepts
  - can describe economic phenomena and their impact on the operating environment
  - knows the role of Finnish society in the European Union and in the wider international community
  - can assess the importance of the circular economy in society. Knows and understands the behaviour and economic decision-making of people and companies.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student can analyse
  - the impact of economic phenomena on the operating environment
  - masters the basic economic concepts excellently
  - its own and the company's operations based on economic phenomena
  - the future impact of the circular economy on society
  - the impact of human and business behaviour and economic decision-making on the functioning of the overall economy.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Students are required to participate actively in classes. There will be both individual and group work. After completion of the course and/or after acquiring equivalent competences, student:
  - knows the structure of the economy and identifies the most significant drivers of economic change
  - understands the role of the public sector, consumers, and businesses in society as a builder of wealth and well-being
  - knows the principles of economic decision-making
  - knows what is meant by corporate social responsibility and how the circular economy and sustainable development are promoted in business operations
  - knows the key concepts and indicators of the economy
  - understands current phenomena and trends in the global economy and their impact on the operations and competitiveness of companies.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  This course will be based on material from following link:
  
  https://www.core-econ.org/the-economy/index.html
  
  Students are allowed to use the Economy 1 or economy 2
  https://www.core-econ.org/the-economy/v1/index.html
  
  It is possible to read in any language of your choice. However, classes and assignments, and quizzes will be in English language.
  
  Teacher will make available presentations and instructions in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Evariste Habiyakare

  Working life connections

  The course will focus on presenting and analysis of:
  - Economic growth, gross domestic product and well-being
  - Economic sectors and actors
  - Entrepreneurship and innovation processes
  - Supply, demand and the markets
  - society and Inequality
  - Circular economy
  - Development goals and sustainable development
  - Globalization and foreign trade
  - Economic policy

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  The course has three quizzes and one analytical assignment
  quiz 1 stands for 20% ,
  quiz 2 stands for 30% and
  quiz 3 stands for 30%
  and final assignment stands for 20%.
  
  Quizzes will be open during the period of 20.08.2024 until 10.10.2024

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Participants have international background
  - Learning material of international character
  - Case example with international background
  - Possible guest lectures with international background

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 11.10.2024

  Learning assignments

  This course will have three parts :
  Quiz 1: Introduction to Economics
  Quiz 2 : Micro Economics in practices
  Quiz 3 : Macro Economics
  Assignment 4: Final assignment on about sustainability

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Lectures: TUE, THU 14:00-16:45
  
  
  Porvoo Campus in Classroom 1421
  
  During the period of 20.08.2024 - 10.10.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  Those who have acquired equivalent competences may get a chance to demonstrate their competences.
  
  They should discuss and agree with the teacher.
  
  Each student is required to attend classes and to use available material.
  
  Each student is required to do three quizzes and one final assignment.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment criteria - grade 1
  The student can describe:
  - the importance of the economy and politics as a basis for the functioning of society
  - economic phenomena, and is familiar with key economic concepts
  - the structure of the economy and is familiar with the key international economic relations
  - the principles of the circular economy, as well as the behavior and economic decision-making of people and businesses.
  
  Assessment criteria - grade 3
  The student:
  - can estimate the impact of economic phenomena on their own activities, on consumers and on businesses
  - can interpret key basic economic concepts
  - can describe economic phenomena and their impact on the operating environment
  - knows the role of Finnish society in the European Union and in the wider international community
  - can assess the importance of the circular economy in society. Knows and understands the behavior and economic decision-making of people and companies.
  
  Assessment criteria - grade 5
  The student can analyze
  - the impact of economic phenomena on the operating environment
  - masters the basic economic concepts excellently
  - its own and the company's operations based on economic phenomena
  - the future impact of the circular economy on society
  - the impact of human and business behavior and economic decision-making on the functioning of the overall economy.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Professional Communication COM001HH1AE-3040 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  • communicates responsibly orally and in writing, according to the demands of situation and the target groups
  • is able to use professionally different communication methods, channels and platforms
  • identifies own competence level and is able to market own competencies convincingly
  • is able to interact with others, give and receive feedback with respect in various intercultural environments
  • is able to critically evaluate different communication sources, their operating practices and motives as well as the different responsibilities connected to the information they convey.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student:
  • can communicate appropriately orally and in writing according to the situation
  • knows different professional communication channels and platforms.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student:
  • produces communication content that fulfills task requirements with regard to the target group in various cultural environments
  • confidently uses communication channels and platforms
  • can identify own strengths and areas for development in interpersonal communication situations.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  • produces professional communication content in accurate English for multiple channels, with consideration to different cultural perspectives
  • is able to critically assess contents and make use of different communication channels and platforms
  • performs professionally and responsibly in demanding communication situations. 

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Professional Work Placement PLA001HH2AE-3019 19.08.2024-16.05.2025  15 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After the work placement, students are able to
  • identify and evaluate their own professional strengths and areas for development from the perspective of expertise in their field
  • act in accordance with the rules of the work community
  • evaluate the activities of the organisation and, if necessary, make justified development proposals
  • continuously develop and update skills required at work as well as study and career plans

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Professional studies or equivalent competences.

  Contents

  Work placement can be completed in a suitable Finnish or international company, public entity or other suitable organisation, such as various associations or non-profit organisations. The student can also work as an entrepreneur in his/her own company. Work placement can also be completed abroad.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Learning objectives
  After the work placement, students are able to
  • identify and evaluate their own professional strengths and areas for development from the perspective of expertise in their field
  • act in accordance with the rules of the work community
  • evaluate the activities of the organisation and, if necessary, make justified development proposals
  • continuously develop and update skills required at work as well as study and career plans
  Contents
  Work placement can be completed in a suitable Finnish or international company, public entity or other suitable organisation, such as various associations or non-profit organisations. The student can also work as an entrepreneur in his/her own company. Work placement can also be completed abroad.
  Implementation methods, Demonstration and Work&Study
  a) Work placement in a company/organisation
  b) Recognition of prior learning (AHOT)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Work placement instructions and return of documents as required by the degree.

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Working life connections

  Work placement is a great opportunity to get to know your area of interest and try different work assignments. Work placement gives you the opportunity to approach your job with an analytical, exploratory and developmental approach. Work placement can often even open the doors to a permanent job.
  The total scope of the work placement is 30 ECTS. Work placement consists of basic and specialisation work placement as defined by the degree. You can complete your work placement according to the instructions of your degree: full-time or part-time, in one or more parts, in one or more jobs. The scope of the specialisation work placement is determined by your own skills and the requirements of the degree.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  1. submit your work contract in Moodle
  2 Submit your work certificate in Moodle
  3.Writing a report (Haaga-Helia long report template) or present your work placement in oral with the support of a short PowerPoint presentation

  Enrollment

  19.08.2024 - 09.05.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE2PCDBI
  • DBE5PCDBI
  • DBE4PCDBI

  Seats

  16 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 15 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Research and Development Skills ANA001HH1AE-3017 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course or acquired similar competence is able, in his/her own thesis or in other development project:
  
  • gather relevant information and critically evaluate sources and reliability of the information
  • describe the research process in a matter-of-fact and structured way and mark the sources appropriately
  • use a method suitable for one's own thesis or project to gather and analyse data and working life information
  • justify the choices made and make concrete development proposals
  • apply ethical principles at all stages of one's own research or development work
  • develop a topic for one’s own thesis
  • identify the method options needed to complete one's thesis, and recognize the stages of Haaga-Helia's thesis process.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The course precedes the Bachelor´s thesis. During or after the course, the student registers for the thesis process in the Wihi-system.

  Contents

  Please see the learning targets. More detailed information of the content can be found in the implementation descriptions.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Assessment criteria - grade 1
  
  The student
  - Is able to find sources necessary for development and research work and masters reference techniques.
  - Is able to write a research and development plan.
  - Recognizes different research methods and ethical questions related to research work.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Assessment criteria - grade 3
  
  The student (in addition to the previous)
  - Is able to choose and apply suitable methods for gathering working life information.
  - Can analyse information and data, and justify one’s choices.
  - Can describe the research process and suggest concrete development proposals.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Assessment criteria - grade 5
  
  The student (in addition to the previous)
  - Is able to critically assess the reliability of information, analyses and research.
  - Can apply ethical principles throughout one’s research and development work.
  - Is able to assess development proposals and their implementation in working life.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Yücel Ger

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH
  • ABE4PCAVI

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Service Design and Co-Innovation SER020AS2AE-3004 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  - The student can explain the concepts of service design and its processes.
  - S/he can apply customer insights in the development of a new product through co-innovation.
  - The student can also analyze current service products to make suggestions for improvements.
  - The student will get an understanding of services from an international perspective.
  - The student will take into account ethics, sustainability and responsibility in the design of services.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Opintojakso sijaitsee tradenomitutkinnon Palveluliiketoiminnan suuntautumisessa

  Contents

  - Service Design Thinking and Customer-Centric Approach
  - Service Design Concepts, Tools and Processes
  - Services Marketing
  - Gathering Customer Insights and Co-Innovation for New Product Development

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  After completing the course, the student:
  
  The student knows the basic concepts related to service design and co-innovation methods. S/he is able to name some of the goals of service design processes and understands the role of service design and co-innovation as a competitive asset.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  After completing the course, the student:
  
  The student is able to describe the key concepts and processes of service design and co-innovation. S/he understands their role in the organization and the connection to business goals. The student is able to apply theory in practice and design service solutions that take ethics, sustainability and responsibility into account.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  After completing the course, the student:
  The student masters the concepts and processes of service design and co-innovation. S/he is able to evaluate and apply theory and various frameworks to achieve business goals. The student is able to build a service process and use it to add value to the customer, taking into account ethics, sustainability and responsibility. S/he is able to analyze services and evaluate the implementation of a customer-driven s service strategy in marketing. The student can communicate their solutions professionally.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended, it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule.
  
  If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  1 During the face-to-face meetings at Porvoo campus, we will together learn how a service designer works and try out different methods and tools to use in a service design project.
  
  2 The course follows the phases of a service design process.
  
  3 Between the session, there are materials to study and discuss on our online platforms on Teams. This enables students to use the time spent together in class to learn from and with each other.
  
  4Students will work in project teams and implement a service design project where they innovate new services for a specific target group.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Stickdorn, M. et al (2018) This is Service Design Doing. O'Reilly
  Course materials on Teams.

  Teachers

  Liisa Wallenius

  Working life connections

  Materials from industries.
  Development project with an organisation with real-life challenges.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International links, literature and cultural considerations.
  Work in international teams.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Learning assignments

  LT 1: Learning Diary (individual) 40 %
  LT 2: Service Desing project documenation and presentation (Team) 60 %
  
  The assignments and the assessment criteria are descibed in the Teams assignment section. Students need to receive a passing grade for both the assignments to pass the course.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  Meetings on Tuesdays and Thrusdays at 11:15 - 14:00

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration of competence as recognition of prior learning, please see Haaga-Helia student pages on Recognition of Learning for more information
  https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment criteria for the two assignments as per the assessment matrix and description.
  
  The assessment is based on the learning assignments that demonstrate the learning process, understanding of the service design process, using service design tools, working in teams on the development project, active input in the team work and final documentation.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  R&D proportion

  3 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Speed Up Your Career with Alumni STU009HH1AE-3009 13.01.2025-16.05.2025  1 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students who have completed this course or have acquired equivalent competence will be able to
  
  - clarify and strengthen their expert identity
  - build their professional network
  - understand the value of and gather experiential and tacit knowledge in working life
  - reflect on their expectations and ambitions in relation to their job roles
  - have a better understanding of their future in their work, career and life in general
  - define their own learning objectives

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The course should be chosen towards the end of the studies or when you are looking for a traineeship or job in your field. Those who have completed their studies the longest and answered the preliminary questionnaire will be selected for the course.

  Contents

  Speed up your career course is delivered through mentoring. The mentoring process involves the student being assigned a personal mentor from an alumnus/alumna, i.e. a previous graduate of Haaga-Helia.

  Further information

  You can only enrol for the course during the actual enrolment period. A mandatory pre-registration questionnaire will be sent to your email within one week after the enrolment deadline. You must reply within one week.
  
  Post enrolment for this course is not possible.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The course will take the form of a mentoring programme. The aim is to deepen professional skills and networking.
  
  The value of mentoring lies in the fact that the student is matched with a personal mentor who has graduated from Haaga-Helia. Mentoring is learning together, sharing experiences and knowledge through interaction.
  
  As the programme is looking for a personal mentor for participants, those accepted for the course must respond in good time to a preliminary questionnaire sent by email.
  
  It is up to the student to define the objectives for the mentoring. The objectives may be related to career planning, finding a concrete internship or job, facing the challenges of a final stage of working life or studying, self-development, getting to know Finnish working life or deepening expertise. The programme aims at the professional growth of the student and the strengthening of professional connections.
  
  In the introduction, you will learn about the basics of mentoring and refine your objectives. The first group meeting will introduce you to your mentor and the rules of mentoring, agree on a schedule of the personal meetings and develop your interpersonal skills. In the second group meeting, you will network with all participants and hear a guest lecture. In the third meeting, networking will be further deepened.
  
  The course is recommended to be taken preferably at the end of studies.
  
  
  NOTE! The course is open to all degree students, regardless of campus, programme or orientation. Master's students can enrol, but the credits are not included in the degree.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Material is found in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Elina El Amrani

  Working life connections

  The course is implemented in a work-oriented manner in cooperation with Haaga-Helia's alumni, who act as mentors in the program.

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  There is no exam included in the implementation.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  A similar mentoring programme "Uralle vauhtia alumnien avulla" is also available in Finnish.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 16.05.2025

  Learning assignments

  Once you have been accepted for the course, you will receive an email with a link to a preliminary questionnaire, which you must answer in time in order to participate. Mentoring pairs will be formed on the basis of the questionnaire.
  
  During the course, you will return a mentoring agreement and a learning diary in the form of a short report.

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  Introduction to mentoring (compulsory attendance): in Teams, Wednesday 15.1. at 16-17, 1 hour
  Group meetings (compulsory attendance): at Pasila campus, 6 hours
  • 29 January at 16.30–18.30
  • 19 March at 16.30–18.30
  • 7 May at 16.30–18.30
  
  Mentor meetings: to be agreed with the mentor separately (remote or on-site), minimum 6 hours
  Independent study: 2.5 hours at your own pace
  Assessment of own learning: 3 hours at your own pace
  Depending on the implementation, the course may also include optional organisational visits..

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED

  Alternative learning methods

  It is not possible to perform in other ways.

  Seats

  15 - 45

  Further information

  Participation in group meetings (pass / fail)
  Mentoring agreement (pass / to be to be completed / fail)
  Learning diary (pass / to be to be completed / fail)

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, SPOCMA Degree Programme in Sports Coaching and Management, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr
•     Speed Up Your Career with Alumni STU009HH1AE-3008 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  1 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Students who have completed this course or have acquired equivalent competence will be able to
  
  - clarify and strengthen their expert identity
  - build their professional network
  - understand the value of and gather experiential and tacit knowledge in working life
  - reflect on their expectations and ambitions in relation to their job roles
  - have a better understanding of their future in their work, career and life in general
  - define their own learning objectives

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The course should be chosen towards the end of the studies or when you are looking for a traineeship or job in your field. Those who have completed their studies the longest and answered the preliminary questionnaire will be selected for the course.

  Contents

  Speed up your career course is delivered through mentoring. The mentoring process involves the student being assigned a personal mentor from an alumnus/alumna, i.e. a previous graduate of Haaga-Helia.

  Further information

  You can only enrol for the course during the actual enrolment period. A mandatory pre-registration questionnaire will be sent to your email within one week after the enrolment deadline. You must reply within one week.
  
  Post enrolment for this course is not possible.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The mentoring programme aims at the professional growth and the strengthening of professional relationships of the student (mentee).
  
  The value of mentoring lies in particular in the fact that the mentee is assigned a personal mentor (a Haaga-Helia alum) who guides and supports the mentee in challenges. Mentoring is about learning together, sharing experiences and knowledge through interaction.
  
  The mentee self defines the objectives for the process. The objectives may be related to career planning, finding a concrete internship or job, challenges in the working life or in the final phase of studies, self-development or deepening expertise.
  
  The mentoring programme consists of one-to-one mentoring meetings between mentor and mentee, joint group meetings and self-study materials in Moodle. In the kick off meeting, the objectives and ground rules of mentoring are discussed, a mentoring agreement is drawn up and interpersonal skills are developed.
  
  NOTE! The course is open to all degree students, regardless of campus, programme or orientation. Master students can enrol, but the credits are not included in the degree.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Material is found in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Elina El Amrani

  Working life connections

  The course is implemented in a work-oriented manner in cooperation with Haaga-Helia's alumni, who act as mentors in the program.

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  There is no exam included in the implementation.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The mentoring programme is also taught in Finnish. It is called Uralle vauhtia alumnien avulla.

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  After acceptance to the course, you will receive a questionnaire, which is a prerequisite for participation. Mentoring pairs will be formed on the basis of the questionnaire.
  
  During the course, you will return a learning diary in the form of a short report.

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Group meetings 3 x 2 h = 6 h
  Mentoring sessions with the mentor minimum 4 x 1,5 h = 6 h
  Voluntary visits to different organisations where mentors work max. 3 x 1,5 h = 4,5 h
  Independent study 2,5 h
  Assessment of own learning 2,5 h
  
  Meetings, where attendance at the campus is compulsory:
  28.8.2024 at 4.30–6.30 pm
  23.10.2024 at 4.30–6.30 pm
  11.12.2024 at 4.30–6.30 pm
  
  Meetings between mentee and mentor are agreed by themselves. They can be done remotely or by meeting at a place agreed by you.

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED

  Seats

  15 - 45

  Further information

  Participation in mentoring meetings (pass/fail)
  Participation in group meetings (pass/fail)
  Learning diary (pass/fail)

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, SPOCMA Degree Programme in Sports Coaching and Management, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Study Skills STU003HH1AE-3017 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  1 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or a corresponding course, the student:
  - is able to study in a university of applied sciences
  - recognizes the benefits of group work and project-like work
  - recognizes the basics of effective reading and note-taking techniques
  - identifies and develops study skills and understands their importance for studies
  - appreciates the importance of peer support as a facilitator of study progress

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competences.

  Contents

  Studying at Haaga-Helia
  Me as a learner
  Techniques for reading and taking notes
  Writing
  Working in groups
  Online/virtual studies
  Study challenges

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact learning hours once a week during the second period.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Provided by the teacher on Moodle.

  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  Study assignments are compulsory part of the course and are provided on Moodle.

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 18.10.2024

  Content scheduling

  Weekly timetable available on the Moodle page. Contact hours are once a week during the first period.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  Different implementation methods may be offered during the academic year.
  
  In case you have already acquired the required competence it is advisable to select a virtual nonstop implementation in order to be able to complete the course at your own pace. If there is no virtual nonstop implementation available, you may contact the teacher of this course for more information on different ways to complete the course.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  The course is graded pass/fail.
  In order to pass the course you must complete all required tasks with a passing grade.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Swedish Placement Test SWE000HH1A-3041 12.08.2024-20.08.2024  (TR1PC2, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Kaikki aloittavat opiskelijat tekevät opintojen alussa ruotsin kielen tasotestin. Testillä varmennetaan opiskelijoiden lähtötason riittävyys kaikille yhteisiin opintoihin. Testin tulosten perusteella sinut voidaan ohjata valmentaviin opintoihin.
  
  Ruotsin tasotestit on pakollinen kaikille aloittaville opiskelijoille. Testit tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä annetun aikataulun mukaisesti.
  
  Testin maksimipistemäärä on 68 p.
  
  Jos saat tasotestistä 27 pistettä, tasotesti on hyväksytty ja voit osallistua suoraan Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksolle.
  
  Jos saat tasotestistä 0–26 pistettä, osallistu SWE002HH1A Ruotsin valmentaviin opintoihin (3 op)
  
  Valmentavat opinnot pitää suorittaa ennen Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksoa. (not translated)

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Kaikki aloittavat opiskelijat tekevät opintojen alussa ruotsin kielen tasotestin. Testillä varmennetaan opiskelijoiden lähtötason riittävyys kaikille yhteisiin opintoihin. Testin tulosten perusteella sinut voidaan ohjata valmentaviin opintoihin.
  
  Ruotsin tasotestit on pakollinen kaikille aloittaville opiskelijoille. Testit tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä annetun aikataulun mukaisesti. (not translated)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Testissä testataan ruotsin peruskieliopin ja -sanaston hallinta.
  Halutessasi voit kerrata kielioppia esim.https://kielikompassi.jyu.fi/opetus/natfrasch/grammatik/index.htm tai muun kielioppimateriaalin avulla. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Forsnabba

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Testi tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä 12.-20.8.2043 välisenä aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  12.08.2024 - 20.08.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  Testi tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä 12.-20.8.2024 välisenä aikana. (not translated)

  Groups

  • TR1PC2
  • TR1PC1
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  30 - 200

  Further information

  Arvionti: hyväksytty-hylätty.
  Jos tasotestisi on hyväksytty , voit osallistua suoraan Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksolle.
  Jos tasotestisi ei ole hyväksytty, osallistu SWE002HH1A Ruotsin valmentaviin opintoihin (3 op). Valmentavat opinnot pitää suorittaa ennen Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksoa.. (not translated)

  Degree Programme

  TRALI Business Administration, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (FIN)

•     Teamwork and Project Management HRL001HH1AE-3034 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  
  - identifies the principles and challenges of multi-cultural teamwork
  - recognizes different tools and practices of project management
  - develops teamwork and works purposefully in diverse teams
  - takes advantage of good practice in project work
  - sees opportunities and advantages of diversity in project teams
  - collaborates inclusively, ethically, sustainably and responsibly in multi-cultural teams

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  - principles of efficient teamwork
  - team roles, team development and team structure
  - advantages of and challenges in multi-cultural teams
  - principles of project management
  - project planning and executing
  - evaluation of project completion

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  You can describe group dynamics and the basics of project management. You understand the challenges of multicultural teamwork. You can complete assigned tasks in a project with guidance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  You can analyse group dynamics and apply project management tools to your own tasks. You actively participate in multicultural teamwork, taking responsibility for achieving project goals. You can give and receive feedback from peers and the team, and conduct self-assessment. You can set objectives and work within a team according to the agreed-upon plan.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  You can plan, execute, and evaluate teamwork and projects, setting development goals for both yourself and your team. You can leverage multicultural teams, analyse team effectiveness, and assess performance. You can use feedback to reflect on and analyse both your team's work and your own actions.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This course is a part of all Haaga-Helia's degrees and the student can participate in any implementation. This implementation is specifically aimed at students of Aviation Business, Digital Business Innovations degree.
  
  This is a CONTACT course taught at the Porvoo Campus. You are expected to actively participate in the lectures. The learning assignments in the course are both individual and team assignments. The course combines theory and practice. If you have gained competence/skills matching the learning objectives of this course you can show your skills and competences through demonstration. More information about Demonstration of prior learning: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/career-planning/recognition-learning

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Recommended literature:
  
  Teamwork:
  - Katzenbach, J.R. & Smith, D. K. 1993. The wisdom of teams. Creating the high-performance organization. Boston: Harvard Business School Press.
  - Lencioni, P. 2002: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
  
  Project Management:
  - Burke, R. 2013. Project Management - Planning and Control Techniques. John Wiley & Sons.
  - Newton, R. 2016. Project Management step by step: How to plan and manage a highly successful project. Pearson.

  Teachers

  Ari Soinola

  Working life connections

  In this course, you will address the challenges of teamwork and project management through both work-life cases and managing your own studies. The case studies involve real-life workplace challenges. You will also have the opportunity to work with your team on a project plan for a company of your choice.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course covers working in a multicultural environment.

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Learning assignments

  The course involves learning assignments, which include both individual and team assignments. The evaluated assignments will assess your knowledge of the course topics. Each assignment carries a different weight that will impact your course grade.
  
  1. Individual assignment: Teamwork skills, mandatory
  2. Teamwork assignment: A Project Plan, mandatory
  3. Individual assignment: Project management skills, mandatory
  4. Class-room activities: Participation and collaborative learning
  
  To pass the course, you must earn a minimum grade of 1 on Assignments 1, 2, and 3.

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Content scheduling

  The dates of the lectures, the course content, and the deadlines for assignments are in the course Moodle, which will be available to you by the start date at the latest.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  The course grade is influenced by the learning assignments, which are evaluated using an assessment rubric. Course lectures will include assignments that will affect your grade. The assessment rubric and the weighting of assignments are available on the course Moodle.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Technologies in People Management HRL012AS3AE-3002 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completion of Technology in People Management -course a student can:
  • describe the major HR processes (current state and desired state)
  • define the various roles and functionalities in HR systems and also understand their possible improvement needs
  • know the purpose, elements and data sources of eHRM software and solutions
  • identify connections and integration with other business information systems (e.g. ERP)
  • be familiar with various HR systems available in the market and is able to choose digital tools for e.g. recruitment process
  • understand the possibilities of workforce analytics and recognize the potential of new technologies (e.g. AI) in HR data management
  • know the phases of an HR system acquisition project
  • create a preliminary plan for acquiring an HR system and justify the benefits based on financial and operational criteria
  • utilize the SAP system for managing an organization's personnel data by using the basic HR functions in SAP S/4HANA

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student
  • can describe the key HR processes.
  • recognizes some opportunities for utilizing new technologies and analytics.
  • identifies some HR systems available in the market and recognizes their main functionalities.
  • has a basic understanding of using the SAP system for personnel data management.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student
  • can describe the current state and desired state of HR processes for system development.
  • is familiar with various HR systems available in the market and their functionalities in advancing responsible business development within the company.
  • understands the phases of an HR system procurement project.
  • recognizes opportunities for leveraging new technologies.
  • is proficient in using common features of the SAP system for personnel data management.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  • can analyze HR processes and identify the connections of HR systems to other systems.
  • is able to provide a detailed description of HR processes for defining an HR system.
  • can analyze various HR systems available in the market and their functionalities in advancing responsible business development within the company.
  • has knowledge to justify the need for system procurement to stakeholders.
  • is proficient in using the SAP system seamlessly for personnel data management.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule.
  If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  In this course, we will cover the definition of HR processes, the use of HR systems, and procurement in businesses. You will become familiar with various HR systems and their features in the context of personnel management within an organization. You will learn to utilize workforce analytics for management and development purposes, as well as identify the opportunities presented by new technologies in HR data management. Additionally, you will be introduced to the phases of an HR system acquisition project and become acquainted with SAP system for personnel data management within a company.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Thite, M.2019. e-HRM : digital approaches, directions & applications. Abingdon, Oxon; New York, NY: Routledge
  ebook:
  https://haaga-helia.finna.fi/Record/3amk.281286?sid=3160544829&imgid=1#versions 
  
  Parts of the book:
  Foreword and forward thinking on digital HR (Dave Ulrich) p. xvi-xix
  Electronic/digital HRM: A primer (Mohan Thite) p. 1-19

  Teachers

  Hilkka Juvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  The final exam will take place in classroom during the last week of the course.
  Possibility for re-take the exam will be agreed with the teacher separately.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course language is English and the course material is mainly international.

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Learning assignments

  The course will contain two major assignments:
  1) HRIS:
  Introduction of one selected HR-system from the market (groupwork)
  2) SAP:
  Case study in SAP S/4HANA -learning environment (Human Capital Management) and SAP exam (individual work)

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 10.01.2025

  Content scheduling

  The course will start in Thursday 16.1.2024.
  There will be two lessons in every course week; on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
  This is contact course, but some lessons will be organized in Teams.

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  In case the student has obtained experience of HRIS in practice and is familiar to SAP S/4HANA system, there is an option to RPL. More information from the teacher.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Toolkit for Writing ENG011AS2AE-3001 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing the course, the student
  
  - can employ the different functions of sentence and paragraph types to express information
  - acquires an increased vocabulary suited for academic English
  - learns the standard and academically accepted structure of an essay/report/thesis to better express one’s intentions more clearly in writing
  - learns how to use a contemporary referencing system

  Contents

  Students learn, from the elements of the sentence and the paragraph, an approach that is expandable to encompass the demands of writing a full-fledged thesis in academically appropriate English, as follows:
  
  - Academic Writing Style
  - Report Organization
  - Logical Organization of Ideas
  - Paragraph Structure
  - Academic Vocabulary
  - Referencing

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  The course materials are available on Moodle

  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  12.08.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • AVOINAMK
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • ABE1PC2_OP
  • VIRTUAL
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 150

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Tune Up Your Daily Life – A Path to a Balanced Professional STU002AS0AE-3001 13.01.2025-14.03.2025  3 cr  (3AMK, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  This course offers you perspectives and practical tools to enhance your well-being and support a study life that suits you. You will learn how to make small sustainable changes to your daily life, how to maintain study/work ability and reflect on your development into a balanced professional.

  Contents

  During the course, you will create and implement a plan for your personal well-being. You will also try various well-being and physical activities and reflect on your learning independently and in small groups.
  
  Upon completing this course, you will:
  * Recognize the factors that promote and challenge your well-being in your daily life.
  * Be able to make sustainable choices to strengthen your study and work readiness.
  * Improve your self-reflection skills and recognize what a study/work-life balance means to you.
  * Develop better peer learning skills and know how to support the learning of others.

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  Teachers

  Nina Mäkelä, Jenni Virtanen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.01.2025 - 14.03.2025

  Enrollment

  16.12.2024 - 05.02.2025

  Content scheduling

  Suomeksi
  Online group meetings at Zoom:
  1. meeting Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3–5pm
  2. meeting Thursday February, 20, 2025 at 3–5pm
  3. meeting Thursday March 13, 2025 at 3–5pm
  
  The Zoom-link will be available on Haaga-Helia's Moodle platform.

  Groups

  • 3AMK
  • ONLINE

  Seats

  15 - 20

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business, HOST Strategic Hospitality Management

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  RDI and Digitalization

•     Tutor Activities STU003AS2AE-3005 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a team and understand the importance of teamwork and group dynamics in managing a group
  • motivate and encourage group members
  • plan and implement student events and training
  • communicate and perform fluently in various group situations
  • introduces new students to the beginning of their studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all tutors once a year, every February. Any Haaga-Helia student, who is also a Helga
  member can apply to be a tutor. The application always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga has separate Head Tutors who guide their own tutor groups and, for instance,
  interview all new tutor applicants. The best candidates are selected by Helga and the Head
  Tutors as new Helga's tutors. Every new tutor must go through Helga's training or complete
  them in another separately agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. A total of
  3 training sessions are organized in the spring immediately after the interviews. 2 afternoon
  training sessions (one in English and one in Finnish), as well as 1 common all-day training
  for all new tutors.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1,5 academic years. Spring is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and autumn and the following spring for tutoring. Each tutor commits
  to their duties and for being an active tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the tutoring period, each tutor fills out a tutor report that determines how many
  credits are awarded for the activity. Tutoring hours are also documented, and 81 hours of
  tutoring 3 credits and 135 hours of tutoring equals 5 credits. The tutor report is available on
  Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  
  The reports are sent to the Head Tutor, who checks the report and forwards it to Helga, who
  checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia, who transfers the credits to the
  student's register.

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  Teachers

  Marit Keränen, Mari Austin

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  08.01.2024 - 08.01.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Tutor Activities, Exchange Student Tutor STU005AS2AE-3001 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a multicultural team and understand the importance of teamwork skills and group dynamics in managing an international team
  • motivate and encourage group members
  • plan and implement student events and training
  • communicate and perform fluently in various social situations in an international environment
  • introduce new international students to the beginning of their studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all tutors once a year, every February. Any Haaga-Helia student, who is also a Helga
  member can apply to be a tutor. The application always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga has separate Head Tutors who guide their own tutor groups and, for instance,
  interview all new tutor applicants. The best candidates are selected by Helga and the Head
  Tutors as new Helga's tutors. Every new tutor must go through Helga's training or complete
  them in another separately agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. A total of
  3 training sessions are organized in the spring immediately after the interviews. 2 afternoon
  training sessions (one in English and one in Finnish), as well as 1 common all-day training
  for all new tutors.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1.5 academic years. Spring is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and autumn and the following spring for tutoring. Each tutor commits
  to their duties and for being an active tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the tutoring period, each tutor fills out a tutor report that determines how many
  credits are awarded for the activity. Tutoring hours are also documented, and 81 hours of
  tutoring 3 credits and 135 hours of tutoring equals 5 credits. The tutor report is available on
  Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  
  The reports are sent to the Head Tutor, who checks the report and forwards it to Helga, who
  checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia, who transfers the credits to the
  student's register.

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  01.04.2024 - 01.04.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     Tutor Activities, Head Tutor STU004AS2AE-3001 01.08.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a team and understand the importance of teamwork skills and group dynamics in guiding a group
  
  • motivate and encourage group members
  
  • plan and implement student events and training
  
  • communicate and perform effectively in various group situations
  
  • introduce new students to the beginning of their studies
  
  • lead groups and apply their leadership skills in overall management.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all Head Tutors once a year, every October. Any Haaga-Helia student that has acted as a
  former tutor and has a Helga membership can apply to be a Head Tutor. The application
  always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga and the current Head Tutors interview all new Head Tutor applicants. The best
  candidates are selected by Helga and the current Head Tutors as new Head Tutors. Every
  new Head Tutor must go through Helga's training or complete them in another separately
  agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. Training is organized after the
  interviews are done.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1.5 academic years. Autumn is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and spring and the following autumn for tutoring. Each Head Tutor
  commits to their duties and for being an active Head Tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the Head Tutoring period, each Head Tutor fills out a report that determines
  how many credits are awarded for the activity. Head Tutoring is worth 5 credits. The Head
  Tutor report is available on Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  The reports are sent to Helga, who checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia,
  who transfers the credits to the student's register.

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  01.04.2024 - 01.04.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     Website Design and Development COM002AS3AE-3006 19.08.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing the course, the student will be able to
  - the basics of a website publishing system
  - use a content management system to create a website
  - design a website supporting the different areas of the company/brand and create content for it according to the target group
  - design and implement a visually branded, attractive, usable and accessible website
  - understand the website design process and the basics for optimised content production in the implementation process.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Starting level:It is recommended that the student has completed the courses Customer Insight and Marketing, Customer Experience and Sales, Data-driven Marketing or has equivalent knowledge. This course is part of the Marketing and Communication orientation of the Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

  Contents

  Website design
  - Website construction
  - Building a customer path
  - Content production
  - Search engine optimisation
  - Principles of hosting

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Students will understand the functionalities of the content management system selected for the course. The student can create content, but there is room for improvement in the understanding and implementation of the website design process. There is room for improvement in terms of commitment to work and scheduling.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student knows the functionalities of the content management system chosen for the course and is able to use them in the implementation of their website. The student is able to create content according to the assignment in a target group oriented way. Can design and implement a website that supports the company/brand components in terms of content and visuals. The student will work with commitment and on time.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student is able to use the content management system chosen for the course in a versatile way in the implementation of their website. The student will be able to create relevant and distinctive content that supports the company/brand in a target group-oriented way. Design and implement an insightful, optimised, usable and accessible website. The student will work with a high level of commitment and a professional approach..

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  - lecturers' materials
  - Related literature
  - Other related material

  Teachers

  Ville Lahtinen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  19.08.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Enrollment

  03.06.2024 - 16.08.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE5PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

Academic year 2025 - 2026

•     Basic Work Placement PLA001HH1AE-3025 18.08.2025-15.05.2026  15 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After the work placement, students are able to
  
  • identify and evaluate their own professional strengths and areas for development from the perspective of practical tasks at work
  • act according to the rules of the work community
  • evaluate the activities of the organisation and make specifically justified development proposals
  • develop and update skills required at work as well as study and career plans

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites

  Contents

  Work placement can be completed in a suitable Finnish or international company, public entity or other suitable organisation, such as various associations or non-profit organisations. The student can also work as an entrepreneur in his/her own company. Work placement can also be completed abroad.

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  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE2PCDBI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 80

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 15 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) ICB011AS2AE-3009 12.01.2026-13.03.2026  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Upon completion of the course, the student is able to:
  * understand what is AI and how it can affect business
  * recognize opportunities of AI in different domains
  * is able to analyze and visualize data
  * knows the basic statistical methods used in data analysis
  * knows how to use software to perform data analysis
  * knows how to apply some basic methods used in AI
  * knows trends in AI
  * can recognize ethical challenges related to applying AI in business

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No pre requirements

  Contents

  * definition of AI and basic concepts related to it
  * business cases where AI is used
  * methods and software for data analysis and visualization
  * basics of statistical data analysis methods
  * application of AI methods in a project work
  * recent trends in AI
  * ethical issues in AI

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student:
  - Knows the basic concepts of artificial intelligence
  - Recognizes the importance of artificial intelligence in business
  - Knows the most common AI methods
  - Knows th basics of technical solutions
  - Knows the needs and challenges of artificial intelligence projects and continuous development
  - Recognizes AI trends and ethical challenges

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  In addition to the above the student:
  - Understands how artificial intelligence affects business
  - Understands in general the possibilities and limitations of various artificial intelligence software, platforms and services
  - Understands how it is possible to improve practices in artificial intelligence projects and continuous development
  - Understands the implications and ethical challenges of AI trends

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  In addition to the above the student:
  - Is able to assess the best methods for the practical applications of artificial intelligence
  - Is able to compare the capabilities and limitations of different AI software, platforms and services
  - Is able to contribute to the organization's artificial intelligence projects and continuous development
  - Is able to analyze the effects of artificial intelligence trends and ethical challenges from the perspectives of individual organizations and society

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  - Selected parts of course e-book
  - Online materials and learning environments of AI solution providers
  - Lecture materials

  Teachers

  Juhani Heikkinen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.01.2026 - 13.03.2026

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE4PCDBI

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Brush up Swedish SWE002HH1A-3121 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  3 cr  (TR1PC1, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Objectives of the course: After successful completion the student is able to
  
  - make use of general vocabulary
  
  - express themself orally and in writing
  
  - understand elementary texts and simple speech
  
  - use the most central structures of Swedish
  
  - assess and develop their language learning skills
  
  - take part of the course Svenska för arbetslivet

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  To be able to successfully participate in this course, student needs to know the following knowledge, skills and tools:
  
  The course is intended for students who have not passed the placement test in Swedish. The course prepares the student for the Key Competence course Svenska för arbetslivet.
  
  The starting level of the course is A2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

  Contents

  Kielioppiteemat:
  
  - kysymyssanat
  - ajanilmaukset ja lukusanat
  - substantiivit
  - adjektiivit
  - verbit
  - persoonapronominit
  - sanajärjestys
  
  Opintojakso sisältää kieliopin kertauksen lisäksi esim. jokapäiväisiin kohteliasuuksiin sekä opiskeluun liittyvää sanastoa/fraasistoa. (not translated)

  Further information

  Pakolliset suoritukset:
  
  - tentti
  - kirjallinen tehtävä
  - suullinen tehtävä
  - kotitehtäviä, Moodle-tehtäviä, sanakokeita
  
  Opintojaksojen contact-, online ja blended-toteutuksilla edellytämme läsnäoloa lukujärjestykseen merkityillä opetuskerroilla. Jos olet poissa opetuskerroilta yli 50%, opintojakso hylätään. (not translated)

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Kieliopin kertausta luentojen, videoiden sekä kirjallisten ja suullisten harjoitusten avulla. (not translated)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Virtuaalinen oppimateriaali sekä opettajan laatimat tehtävät ovat Moodlessa. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Forsnabba

  Working life connections

  Opintojaksolla kerrataan ja harjoitellaan työelämään liittyvää perussanastoa. (not translated)

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  vk 48 koe
  vk 49 uusinta
  vk 1-2 toinen uusinta (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Internationality

  Opintojakson aihepiiriin kuuluu elämä Pohjoismaissa. (not translated)

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Suullisia ja kirjallisia harjoituksia liittyen peruskielioppiin ja perussanastoon. Esim. adjektiivit, subtantiivit, verbit, sanajärjestys ja prepositiot sekä numerot. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  23.10-15.12.2023 (not translated)

  Groups

  • TR1PC1
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Seats

  15 - 45

  Further information

  Arvioinnissa huomioidaan tehtävien suoritus ja loppukoe.
  Hyväksytty-Hylätty (not translated)

  Degree Programme

  TRALI Business Administration, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Credits

  • 3 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (FIN)

•     Contracts and IPR in International Business LAW010AS2AE-3002 18.08.2025-10.10.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student:
  • has knowledge of the main legal sources of international business;
  • is able to identify different contract types used in international business transactions and is familiar with their core legal content;
  • is able to communicate with correct legal terminology in international business transactions;
  • is able to identify and apply basic legal contractual terms in simple practical situations and to assess basic contractual risks;
  • has knowledge on the essential IPRs used in the business contract environment
  and the core data protection rules; and
  • is familiar with different methods applied in solving contractual disputes.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  It is strongly recommended that student has completed the International Business Law course prior to this course.

  Contents

  Main legal sources of international business: treaties and conventions, EU legislation and ICC rules
  Different contract types used in international business and their core content
  Basics of GDPR and IPRs
  Dispute resolution methods

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Is able to identify main legal sources of international business and the core features of different contract types, data protection rules and IPRs. Recognizes main terminology and contractual terms used in international business transactions as well as basic contractual risks.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Has knowledge of the main legal sources of international business. Is able to identify different contract types used in international business transactions and has basic knowledge of the core features of different contract types and data protection rules as well as essential IPRs used in the business contract environment. Has knowledge of main terminology and is able to apply basic contractual terms in simple practical situations. Recognizes how basic contractual risks can be limited.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Has a good understanding on the main legal sources of international business and is capable of analyzing and limiting basic contractual risks relevant to international business transactions. Is able to assess and apply core contractual terms in typical situations in international business contracts. Has good knowledge on IPRs and data protection rules relevant to business activities.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact teaching in Porvoo Campus.
  Classes include lecturing, class tasks, group works and possibly company visits.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materials available and specified in Moodle
  Teacher’s materials
  web-materials

  Teachers

  Pia Vapaavuori, Kirsi Ola

  Working life connections

  Both contract law and IPR subjects are linked to practical examples and cases from business.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course has no exam but the grade is based on assignments.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Both subjects are based on international rules and practices.

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 10.10.2025

  Learning assignments

  The course includes 3-5 assignments which are evaluated. The deadlines and evaluation criteria of each assignment will be informed during the course.

  Content scheduling

  19.8. - 11.10.2024
  Classes are twice per week.

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  In this course the grade is based on collected points from the assignments. The maximum amount of points is 100 points, and for passing the course a student needs 40 points.
  
  There is no possibility for upgrading or retaking assignments.
  
  If you are absent more than 25% of the classes, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Customer Insight and Marketing MAR001HH1AE-3066 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student
  - Can define basic concepts and processes of marketing
  - Can describe customer-centric orientation, brand and service promises
  - Knows how to utilise different sources and channels to find information that supports global customer understanding
  - Can describe customer needs and customer journeys
  - Can recognise the importance of cultural background in developing customer insights
  - Knows how to recognise competitive means of marketing and can apply them in an ethical, responsible and sustainable manner

  Contents

  - Comprehensive understanding of consumer behavior and customer-related data to draw customer insights
  - Comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the Marketing Mix/4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), and extended to the 7Ps (People, Physical Evidence & Processes) to develop a holistic marketing strategy

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Knows the basic concepts, processes and the main goals of marketing. Understands the importance of customer focus in operations. Can describe the competitive means and customer needs in marketing. Can name global sources and channels from which customer related information is available.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Can formulate marketing goals and understand the importance of branding and the service promise. Can compare competitive means of marketing and understands their connection to marketing and sales goals. Understands the principles of sustainable development, and the influence of culture on marketing and sales. Can collect information that supports customer insights from various sources. Can develop solutions to customer needs and communicate his or her own ideas.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Can justify the advantages and challenges of different means of competition and apply them to achieve marketing and sales goals. Is able to analyse the implementation of the principles of sustainable development in marketing. Understands the influence of culture in marketing and sales. The student is able to analyse customer needs and use marketing measures to develop added value for the customer and to communicate his/her own solutions professionally.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact classes on Wednesdays from 8.30 to 10.45 until week 41
  from week 43 contact classes on Fridays from 11.00 to 13.45
  
  Demonstration
  Work&Study

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Books:
  Baines, P., Rosengren, S., Antonetti, P., & Whitehouse, S. 2021. Fundamentals of marketing. Oxford University Press.
  Tiffany, J. 2021. Marketing strategy: Overcome common pitfalls and create effective marketing. KOGAN PAGE.
  Bull, R. C. 2010. Moving from project management to project leadership: A practical guide to leading groups. CRC Press.
  Buttle, F. & Maklan, S. 2019. Customer relationships management. Concepts and Technologies. 4th edition. Routledge.
  
  Additional recommended Audiobooks:
  Blake, M. 2021. The Customer for the Future
  Konnor, A. 2020. Customer Success
  
  Articles and other reading tips are given by the lecturer
  
  Other materials provided during the Semester according to the subject at hand

  Teachers

  Hanna Siltakorpi

  Working life connections

  visitors
  guests from the worklife

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  no exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Individual assignments
  Group assignments
  Failed / passed assignment

  Content scheduling

  Wednesdays from week 34 to week 41 from 8.30 to 10.45
  Fridays from week 43 to 50 from 11.00 to 13.45

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration
  W&S

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment criteria - grade 1
  The student knows how to find and maintain customers by choosing and using research and development methods when aided and guided by others. S/he has difficulties in evaluating different customer types and changing communication accordingly. S/he has a limited ability to recognise and follow customer needs as well as focus on customer behavior. S/he is able to display only a poor level of customer orientation. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation with a minimal input. The student is able to operate only when the task and instructions are given and when s/he is aided by other students and the supervisors.
  
  
  Assessment criteria - grade 5
  The student can find and maintain customer relationships by choosing and using relevant research and development methods. S/he is able to evaluate customer types and change communication accordingly. S/he can recognise and follow customer needs as well as focus on customer behavior. The student participates proactively and with goal-orientation in the project planning, implementation and evaluation. The student displays excellent customer oriented mindset and is able to develop business in a responsible manner.
  
  Course grading from 1-5
  Some assignments passed/failed

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Defence Force Leadership Training HRL014AS3AE-3003 01.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr  (DEMO) +-
  Learning objectives

  Recognize and assess one's own management and leadership skills.
  Name development areas in one's own management and leadership skills.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Management and leadership books and professional management and leadership articles.

  Teachers

  Piia Heikkilä

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  01.08.2025 - 31.05.2026

  Groups

  • DEMO

  Seats

  0 - 200

  Degree Programme

  INTBBA International Business, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Discover Your Career Path in Finland STU009AS2AE-3005 01.09.2025-31.10.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  On completion of this intensive 3AMK (3UAS) course the student will:
  • know the structures and principles of Finnish working life and labor market
  • develop the ability to analyze job advertisements and identify their potential within the job description
  • recognize and narrate their own strengths and confidently articulate them when seeking employment
  • learn to build new networks to benefit their job search and future career path

  Contents

  The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully.
  
  • visit to workplace, organization or recruitment event
  • using AI in job search
  • understanding the job advertisement and how to tailor your job applications to it
  • learn how to use networking to find jobs
  • create an appealing CV and cover letter
  • independent work in the digital learning environment on e-learning content
  • active discussions in the discussion area
  • writing the final report and completing learning tasks
  The course consists independent study and work online as well as workshops and lectures during the intensive week. Students will also create a CV with the help of AI, design their future career and
  present it to classmates.

  Further information

  The course is designed and implemented in cooperation with 3AMK (3UAS).
  
  This course will be assessed by completing all assigned learning tasks and attending our face-to-face sessions at the Haaga-Helia Pasila campus during intensive week 42.
  
  Read more about 3AMK: 3AMK.fi

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Are you new to the job market in Finland? Are you struggling to find a work placement or a job in Finland? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of the job market and learn how to effectively interpret job postings before applying for a specific position?
  
  Entering the Finnish job market may be different than what you are used to in another country. This course focuses on familiarizing students with the specific requirements of the Finnish job market and the analytical skills needed for applying for jobs in a new culture and society. The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully.
  
  This course will be assessed by completing all assigned learning tasks and attending our face-to-face sessions at the Haaga-Helia Pasila campus during intensive week 42.
  Join the Discover your own career path- course designed for international students organized by 3AMK and get ready to embark on an exciting job search journey. Discover job opportunities that align with your personal values and gain the confidence to a job hunting by understanding the intricacies of the

  Teachers

  Eszter Pienluoto, Mia Blanc

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.09.2025 - 31.10.2025

  Content scheduling

  Kick-off: 27th of August at 15:00-17:30 on Haaga-Helia Pasila Campus, address:
  Ratapihantie 13, Helsinki. Participation on the kick-off in person is obligatory.
  
  Independent work in Moodle: 28th August-11th of October
  
  Intensive week: Workshops in Haaga-Helia Pasila campus on Mon, Wed and Fri during week 42 (14th – 18th of October), participation is obligatory.
  
  Visit to a company, organization, recruitment event: Will be announced later.
  
  Learning platform: Haaga-Helia Moodle. Login with Haaga-Helia credentials. In case you don't have an active HH account, you will receive one after the enrollment period has ended.
  
  Teachers
  Jemina Kinnari, Eszter Pienluoto (Haaga-Helia), Sanna Penttinen (Laurea) & Anu Luoma (Metropolia)

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED
  • INTENSIVE
  • EXCH
  • 3AMK

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ITBBA Business Information Technology, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Continuous Learning

•     Employment in Finland STU011HH1AE-3020 18.08.2025-10.10.2025  1 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this or a corresponding course the student
  • understand the Finnish job market and work culture
  • is able search for a job or work placement based on the specific requirements of Finnish job market
  • shows development of his/her job seeking and networking skills
  • has good application template like CV and cover letter

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  NOTE: this course is not master -level course and course can not be attached to Master’s degree. However master students are welcomed.

  Contents

  • CV and job advertisements
  • Cover letter and job interview
  • Networking on social media and LinkedIn
  • Recognize your skills and motivation
  • Your rights as an employee in Finland
  • Finnish work culture
  • Maintaining you well-being during job search

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  Teachers

  Eszter Pienluoto

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 10.10.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • REE3HA1
  • REE4PC1
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • ONLINE

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Join Employment In Finland -course and get to know the Finnish labour market and how to navigate it! During this course you will learn about the job seeking process with specific requirements and tips to Finland, about Finnish workplace culture, and you will get support in creating your CV, cover letter and LinkedIn. This course is suitable for you at any point of your studies (the sooner the better!), if you are looking for your first work placement, or if you have years of work experience already, but you would like to know how to move forward in your career.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     English for Professional Presentations ENG006AS2AE-3006 23.03.2026-15.05.2026  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this course or acquiring corresponding learning elsewhere, the student
  - Performs impactful business presentations both on live stage and online
  - Implements techniques for creating logically structured presentations
  - Recognizes methods for overcoming stage fright
  - Designs visual and interactive presentations
  - Implements embodied performance techniques
  - Employs vocal techniques for improved speech
  - Performs confidently in front of a camera

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Starting level CEFR B2

  Contents

  - Logically structured presentation design
  - Embodied presentation techniques
  - Voice and speech techniques
  - Interactive presentation tools
  - Stage performance confidence
  - Presentation in online environment
  - Body and mind techniques for relaxation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student can deliver a presentation that carry limited conviction. The performance lacks security on stage and online. The usage of tools for visual and interactive presentations is limited. The language needs to be adjusted to the intended audience. The student lacks adequate techniques for overcoming anxiety and stage fright. The student needs assistance with the evaluation of performances and has difficulties in using the acquired knowledge for improving stage presence and performance skills.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student can deliver a presentation that carry sufficient conviction. The performance is solid both on stage and online. The usage of tools for visual and interactive presentations is good. The language used is adjusted to the intended audience. The student uses techniques for overcoming anxiety and stage fright. The student can evaluate performances and use the acquired knowledge for improving stage presence and performance skills.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student can deliver an effective presentation that carry conviction. The performance is effortless and engaging both on stage and online. The usage of tools for visual and interactive presentations is professional and efficient. The language used is precise and well adjusted to the intended audience. The student masters a wide range of techniques for overcoming anxiety and stage fright. The student can evaluate performances and use the acquired knowledge effectively for developing performance excellence and stage presence.

  Further information

  Contact lecturer Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

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  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.03.2026 - 15.05.2026

  Enrollment

  02.01.2025 - 21.03.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • RE6PC2
  • RE6PC1
  • EXCH
  • TR4PCECO
  • TR4PCMAR1
  • CONTACT
  • REE2PC1
  • RE4PC1
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • ABE2PCAVI
  • RE4PC2
  • ABE4PCAVI

  Seats

  15 - 45

  Degree Programme

  TRALI Business Administration, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, RESTO Hospitality and Tourism Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (FIN)

•     Entrepreneurship and Business Operations ENT001HH1AE-3058 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student can:
  
  o act entrepreneurially,
  o understand the key concepts of entrepreneurship and business,
  o describe the ways of becoming an entrepreneur, the opportunities, forms of entrepreneurship, and types of companies,
  o assess entrepreneurship and networks from an individual's perspective,
  o utilize the knowledge base and the BMC model when describing and evaluating a business, considering responsibility.

  Contents

  o Key concepts of entrepreneurship and business
  o Entrepreneurship in Finland
  o Entrepreneurial competence
  o Opportunities in entrepreneurship
  o Responsibility in business
  o Business model, Business Model Canvas

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 1
  Able to
  o take responsibility for their tasks
  o use key concepts of entrepreneurship, business, and sustainability

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 3
  In addition to the previous, able to
  o assess their own opportunities to act as an entrepreneur
  o evaluate business opportunities and the process of becoming an entrepreneur
  o identify and describe their own networks
  o understand the knowledge base of entrepreneurship and business and its connections to sustainability

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Assessment Criteria - Grade 5
  In addition to the previous, able to
  o analyze the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship
  o analyze business opportunities and models

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  The aim: Learn to think like an entrepreneur and to solve real-world problems by creating something new. After a successful participation in the course, the student should be able to develop business model considerations in context of entrepreneurial process in starting up a business. In addition, the student will be able to present a new venture idea to potential decision makers. Student will develop skills in innovative thinking, considering both inside and outside a corporate frame.
  Students are expected to come to classes on the campus. In addition, there might be remote teaching including assignments, project work, and independent study based on given instructions
  .
  Classes will be made of lectures, discussions, debates, group works, presentations and other activities

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Exploring Strategy, Twelfth edition, Whittington R., Regnér P., Angwin D., Johnson G., Scholes K.
  
  Scarborough,N. 2011. Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
  
  Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. 2010. Business Model Generation.
  Osterwalder, A., Pigneur, Y., Bernarda, G. & Smith, A. 2014. Value Proposition Design
  
  Bovée, C. & Thill,J. Business in Action any edition

  Teachers

  Thomas Sundman

  Working life connections

  During this course participants will be in constant contact with working life,
  Since they have to define the process of becoming an entrepreneur and to evaluate different available business forms and formalities, they need to get information from industries, businesses, business development agencies and authorities.
  They are expected to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and spirit based on their own background and on available opportunities at societal level.
  They are expected to evaluate different entrepreneurial opportunities and business models with sustainability considerations
  Lastly, they are expected to identify some actors and industrial networks which might be useful for their business ideas to be implemented.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course will not have any written exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International and different nationalities
  Materials and business ideas from international perspective

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Assignments will consist of tasks related to developing business plan. Students are expected to scan different business environments and to identify opportunities.
  They will then choose and develop own business ideas. These business ideas will be presented at business idea fair and will have a chance to participate in a business idea competition involving different degree programs.
  Students are expected to write a final report in form of business plan..

  Content scheduling

  Every WED at 11:00-13:45
  Weekly topics are outlined in a separate document (see moodle)

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration of previous knowledge and skills in developing business plans may be discussed with the instructor

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  - Active Participation and activity 15%
  - Business Idea Fair report 15%
  - Pitching & Presentation 30%
  - Business Model Canvas and Final report 40%
  - Self and peer assessments

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Expanding to Foreign Markets ENT002TR1AE-3101 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completion of this course or the equivalent assessment of prior learning, the student will be able to:
  - Identify the motives and risks of internationalization.
  - Compare and contrast internationalization processes and strategies.
  - Differentiate how multinational companies operate (location, communication, decision making, etc.)
  - Compare and assess the suitability of various market entry modes to identify the optional ways to grow in selected markets
  - Articulate the process to create a partner network
  - Recognize the different strategic options of the company to make a reliable market assessment
  - Explain and criticize the challenges and opportunities SMEs and MNCs face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.
  - Compare the cultural environment of business in developed and emerging markets.

  Contents

  - Terminology and definitions
  - Reasons for companies to internationalize
  - Prerequisites for successful internationalization/globalization
  - Cultural environment of international business
  - Ethics, corporate social responsibility, sustainability and governance in international business operations
  - Understanding emerging markets
  - Market entry strategies (export entry modes, FDI, contractual entry modes, projects)
  - Partners, networks and international value chain
  - Strategy and organization in the international firm
  - Target market screening and selection

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Assessment criteria
  The student:
  - knows the basic motives and risks of internationalization
  - is able to identify some of the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a rudimentary knowledge of operation modes in foreign markets.
  - knows the basic principles of internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
  - is able to understand SME firm's value chain activity and relate it to a theory or model.
  - is able to understand the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Assessment criteria
  The student:
  - knows the different motives and risks of internationalization.
  - is able to analyze the opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a good knowledge of various operation modes in global markets.
  - is familiar with internationalizing a firm’s value chain and utilizing value networks.
  - is able to participate as part of a team in analyzing the target market and drawing up a basic internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
  - is able to explain the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Assessment criteria
  - is able to identify proactive and reactive motives as well as the main risks associated with internationalization
  - is able to analyze the relevant opportunities and challenges the international business environment poses.
  - has a solid knowledge of various operation modes in foreign markets.
  - has an analytical comprehension of how to internationalize a firm’s value chain and utilize value networks.
  - is able to analyze the target market by choosing relevant information and draw up a well justified internationalization plan for a value chain activity of a firm.
  - is able to explain and criticize the challenges and opportunities companies face in terms of ethics, responsibility and sustainability when selling to markets abroad.

  Further information

  Contact lessons and project work.
  
  Class-based learning and team project, assignments, and independent work.

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  Teachers

  Evariste Habiyakare

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • TR3PCECO
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Business Communication (for Finnish-speaking students) FIN014AS2AE-3009 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  This course has practical orientation, drawing on both theoretical knowledge and personal communication skills. You are familiar with different areas of corporate communications as well as with the linguistic and stylistic conventions of business writing in Finnish. You are able to write effective and reader-friendly messages and documents and you can prepare a professional report in Finnish. You are aware of the importance and strategic role of communication in companies and other organizations.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites. The course language of instruction is Finnish and you need to have proficient user language skills (level C1-C2) to follow the course successfully.
  
  
  NOTE! If your school language is Swedish, you will receive a certificate of proficiency in Finnish for civil servants after you have completed this course and taken the additional tests (oral test and written test under supervision). Please contact the teacher responsible for the course. You will receive further information from him/her.

  Contents

  - Functions of corporate and community communication
  - Basics of business related text types
  - Formal writing in a professional setting
  - Written report (project work)
  - Language planning

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Knowledge:
  You have a basic theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. You know the most relevant concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports and can partly apply them to new contexts. Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have satisfactory skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  Competence:
  You show satisfactory activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Knowledge:
  You have a good theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. You know the relevant
  concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports and can apply them to new contexts. Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have good skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  Competence:
  You show activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Knowledge:
  You have a very good theoretical knowledge of corporate communications. Your use of the relevant concepts and Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports in new contexts is very accurate. Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills:
  You have excellent skills to produce and deliver professional texts and reports in Finnish. Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  Competence:
  You show excellent activity and initiative in the learning process. In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  This is a virtual course. The course language of instruction is Finnish.

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  Teachers

  Sanna Kukkonen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • HOST2HA1
  • REE1HA1
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Business Culture and Society INT004AS2AE-3011 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successful competition of the course, the student has achieved an orientation to the Finnish market and culture, and is able to:
  
  1. understand the Finnish society, and the most important stages of history and culture, and understand their effects on the contemporary Finnish society.
  2. understand the characteristics of Finnish business culture and customs.
  3. understand practices in Finnish business communication to successfully communicate with the Finnish speaking market.
  4. understand the Finnish business environment, its actors, and organizational cultures.
  5. demonstrate ability to implement the knowledge of Finnish business culture in own actions.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No pre-requirements.
  This course is for non-Finnish students.

  Contents

  Contents
  
  1. Finnish society and market (history, politics, economy, culture)
  2. Finnish business culture and customs
  3. Finnish business communication
  4. Business environment, actors, and organizational culture

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student is able to recognize and understand the major characteristics of the Finnish society, and some important stages of history and culture. The student has a basic understanding of Finnish business communication, business culture and business environment.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student understands the Finnish society and the main stages of history and culture and their effects on the contemporary society. Also, the student understands the characteristics of Finnish business culture and customs. The student understands the business environment, its actors, and organizational cultures.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student understands and can analyze the Finnish society, culture, and history. Also, the student understands practices in Finnish business communication to successfully communicate with the Finnish speaking market
  The student demonstrates ability to implement the knowledge of Finnish business environment and culture in own actions

  Further information

  This course is meant for those international students whose mother tongue is not Finnish or Swedish.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Finnish Business Culture and Society course provides an orientation to the Finnish market and culture.
  Students study online at their own pace proceeding from a topic to the next learning by reading and viewing videos, completing activities, taking quizzes and exams.
  
  The course materials provide theoretical and factual knowledge and practical examples of different phenomena.
  
  Students receive online teacher feedback and instruction on some of the course assignments.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Online material linked on Moodle
  Activities, videos and exams.

  Teachers

  Liisa Wallenius

  Working life connections

  Work life culture and authentic materials from different industries.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  This course is self-paced and the materials and exams open as the students proceed.
  
  There is an exam at the end of each chapter and a final exam after all other parts have been completed.
  Deadline for completing the course activities, assignments and chapter exams 12.12.2024
  
  Students have 2 retakes for each chapter exam during the course (by 12.12.2024)
  
  Final exam to be taken by 13.12.2024, Possibility to two final exam retakes until 31.1.2025.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Finnish business culture and communication will be presented and discussed and compared with other national cultures.

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Assignment 1: introductions, pass/fail
  Assignment 2: National culture comparison, grading 1-5, 10%
  Assignment 3: Finnish business life and culture, grading 1-5, 10%
  Assignment 4 Organizational culture, deadline 12.12.2024 1-5, 10%

  Content scheduling

  Course start 21 October 2024
  
  Independent study and course activity and assignment completion with an exam at the end of each Moodle chapter.
  All assignments and chapter exams to be completed by 12 December 2024.
  
  Final online exam on Moolde completed by 13 December 2024.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED

  Alternative learning methods

  Recognition of prior learning.
  Contact the teacher if you wish to demonstrate your competence as recognition of prior learning.

  Seats

  61 - 100

  Further information

  Assessment
  Course activities pass/fail
  Course assignments (total 30%) as indicated in the Assignment section earlier.
  
  Chapter exams 40%
  Exam 1, Exam 2, Exam 3, Exam 4 and Exam 5
  
  Final exam, 30%
  grading 1-5

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Language and Culture 1 FIN001AS2AE-3055 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successfully completing the course, the student
  * can introduce oneself, give basic information about oneself and ask simple questions
  * can understand and use basic expressions and simple sentences in routine everyday situation
  * is able to deal with some everyday social situations and handle simple shopping situations
  * is aware of the basic characteristics of the Finnish language, culture and habits
  * is able to use the surrounding language environment to develop one’s language skills.
  The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
  The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A1.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  • basics of pronunciation
  • greetings
  • numbers and time expressions
  • family
  • weather
  • everyday life
  • basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  (Min. 40% competence level)
  Developmental competence
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  (Min. 70% competence level)
  Functionally proficient
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  (Min. 90% competence level)
  Mastery
  
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  
  Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  Coordinating teacher: Laura Uusitalo
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Classes on Porvoo campus
  Active self-study between the lessons (homework and Moodle exercises)
  Two comprehensive supervised assignments (tests)
  Other learning assignments (video, weekly follow-up tests)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Study book: Sonja Gehring & Sanni Heinzmann: Uudistettu Suomen mestari 1, Finn Lectura, chapters 1-5 (2020)
  Other material available in Moodle and online

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Working life connections

  The course is through language strongly linked to the Finnish society which gives international students a possibility to adapt more easily to Finland.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Two comprehensive supervised assignments replacing one final exam
  Re-exam (covering the whole course) to be agreed separately

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Multicultural student group

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Homework and weekly exercises in Moodle
  Weekly follow-up tests
  Video assignment
  All assignments must be submitted within the agreed schedule (deadlines announced in Moodle).

  Content scheduling

  Intensive week 42, no lessons
  Detailed schedule in Moodle

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  If you already have skills and competences matching the goals of this course, you can show them through demonstration in the beginning of each semester. Ask the teacher of the course. More information https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning
  
  RPL days in autumn 2025: (to be announced later)
  
  More information in August 2025.
  
  You don't have to enroll in these tests.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Continuous assessment: oral skills, homework, follow-ups 40 %
  Supervised assignment 1 30 %
  Supervised assignment 2 30 %

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Finnish Language and Culture 3 FIN003AS2AE-3026 25.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (IBE3PA3, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After successfully completing the course, the student
  
  * can tell about his/her past
  * is able to talk about his/her health
  * can discuss his/her free time and hobbies
  * develops his/her vocabulary and knowledge about the grammatical structures of the course.
  
  The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
  
  The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A2.1.

  Contents

  • Travelling
  • Health
  • Free time activities and hobbies
  • The past tense of verbs (Imperfect)
  • The construction `have to´
  • The forms of object

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  (Min. 40% competence level)
  Developmental competence
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  (Min. 70% competence level)
  Functionally proficient
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. 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.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  (Min. 90% competence level)
  Mastery
  Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
  Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.
  Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. 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.

  Further information

  Coordinating teacher: Taija Hämäläinen
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Active self-study between the lessons (homework and Moodle exercises)
  Two comprehensive supervised assignments (tests)
  Other learning assignments (video, follow-up tests)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Gehring, Sonja & Heinzmann, Sanni: Uudistettu Suomen mestari 2. Finn Lectura. Helsinki. Chapters 1 - 4. (2022)
  Note! The renewed version of Suomen mestari 2 book (2022) will be used on the course.
  Other material provided by the teacher

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Working life connections

  Learning Finnish language and culture will give students skills and readiness to work in a Finnish speaking working environment.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Two comprehensive supervised assignments replacing one final exam
  Re-exam (covering the whole course) to be agreed separately

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International students. Differences between Finnish and other cultures.

  Timing

  25.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Homework and weekly exercises in Moodle
  Weekly follow-up tests, video assignment
  All assignments must be submitted within the agreed schedule (deadlines announced in Moodle).

  Content scheduling

  Intensive week 42, no lessons
  Detailed schedule in Moodle
  
  Themes handled during the course are health, travelling, presentations and Finnish working life.
  The grammar studied during the course:
  past tense forms of verbs (simple past and perfect tenses)
  object
  imperative forms of verbs
  pluperfect forms of verbs
  3. infinitive forms of verbs.

  Groups

  • IBE3PA3
  • DBE3PCDBI
  • IBE3PA2
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • IBE3PA1
  • ONLINE

  Alternative learning methods

  If you already have skills and competences matching the goals of this course, you can show them through demonstration in the beginning of each semester. Ask the teacher of the course. More information https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning
  
  RPL days in autumn 2025: (to be announced later)
  
  More information in August 2025.
  
  You don't have to enroll in these tests.

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Continuous assessment and oral skills 40 %
  Supervised assignment 1 30 %
  Supervised assignment 2 30 %
  
  Regular and active participation is crucial to your progress. Coming on time, being prepared, doing activities, answering questions and speaking Finnish as much as possible are all part of the continuous demonstration of your language skills.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Futures Thinking in Digital Business DIG014AS2AE-3003 12.01.2026-13.03.2026  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  In this course you will learn the basics of futures thinking and foresight in technology-driven business context.
  
  Upon successful completion of the course, the you are able to
  - justify the importance of systematical foresight in digital business development,
  - create futures intelligence by using versatile methods and sources,
  - use it to explore and analyze digital business opportunities in different future horizons,
  - observe the world critically and think creatively while acknowledging uncertainty.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No special prerequisites.

  Contents

  Contents
  - identification of current emerging technologies and trends
  - elements of foresight in business
  - digital transformation from past to present: technological and strategic trends
  - types and sources of futures knowledge
  - methods to create, analyze and use futures knowledge
  - practical application of methods to specific digital business
  - digital business development conceptualization

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student shows some usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can name some emerging technologies and trends, and present opportunities they pose for digital business.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student shows relevant usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can name main emerging technologies and trends, and present opportunities they provide for a specific digital business and ponders critically their role in future.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student shows versatile and proper usage of foresight methods and sources. Student can identify alternative emerging technologies, trends and opportunities, and evaluate their impact for a specific digital business. Moreover, student can conceptualize emerging opportunities for future digital business in different time horizons.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Tommi Immonen, Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.01.2026 - 13.03.2026

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     ICT Competencies ICB001HH1AE-3066 18.08.2025-10.10.2025  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  The student who completes this course (or has acquired equivalent competence) is able to succeed in Haaga-Helia studies by:
  
  • Using M365 productivity applications independently, and with others.
  • Acting responsibly according to data security and -protection practices
  • Creating accessible Office documents according to Haaga-Helia reporting standards
  • Utilizing AI tools appropriately in Haaga-Helia studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  This course belongs to Haaga-Helia Key Competencies for all degrees.
  Completing Introduction to Digital Learning Environments (1 cr) is strongly encouraged.

  Contents

  Contents of the course:
  
  Powerpoint
  Basic use of PowerPoint, Slide Master, Smart art.
  
  Word
  Haaga-Helia Word document templates, advanced layout settings, section breaks
  
  Excel end-project
  Basic and versatile functions (if, lookup), charts, tables

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student
  - Can create, edit, and save files using Microsoft 365 tools
  - Is able to share files with different permissions
  - Masters basic concepts of data security and data protection
  - Knows the concept of Artificial Intelligence tools

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student
  - Knows how to independently use office tools.
  - Is able to act securely while respecting data protection.
  - Knows the basic concepts of systems and web applications.
  - Understands when Artificial Intelligence tools can be used in studies

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  - Is able to apply tools for practical tasks.
  - Knows the risks of your network environment and knows how to protect your files and folders.
  - Know the basics of systems and application procedures.
  - Can apply Artificial Intelligence tools appropriately according to Haaga-Helia regulations

  Further information

  To complete the course assignments, you must install Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint desktop applications on your computer. Their browser based online versions are not sufficient.
  
  The course material is based on English versions of Microsoft Office Word, Excel ja PowerPoint applications that is provided on the Microsoft Support website.
  Course material is created for Windows operating system versions. Mac users are not fully supported. You are encouraged to actively search for instructions for your own computer type.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This course is a part of all Haaga-Helia's degrees and the student can participate in any implementation. This implementation is aimed at students of Digital Business degree. This means that the contents of materials and exercises are degree-specific. The competence goals and assessment criteria are identical for every implementation.
  
  The course is conducted in contact learning in class
  -Lectures about theory
  -Exercises and guidance in class
  -Final assignments

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Course material will be published in Moodle-learning platform

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Working life connections

  The course gives the needed essential digital skills to using Microsoft 365 program for today's work life.
  Microsoft 365 is a product family of productivity software, collaboration and cloud-based services.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  To be announced

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 10.10.2025

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Alternative learning methods

  If you have already acquired competence in required ICT-skills e.g., from work or from previous studies. The course can be recognized based on previously acquired learning and skills (RPL). Discuss for the possible RPL with your lecturer at the beginning of the the implementation.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Student must be present at least 75 per cent of the lessons in all contact, online and blended implementations, and they have to participate actively. An absence of more than 50 % leads to disqualification.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     IT Support and Guidance ICB003HH1AE-3004 18.08.2025-12.09.2025  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  All students at Haaga-Helia need a personal computer device. You will soon write assignments and reports, record videos, attend online lectures and do many other tasks that would not be possible without a computer and a keyboard.
  
  Your personal computer device can be a PC or Mac laptop, desktop computer, or a tablet with a proper keyboard and mouse. You must be able to install software to your device, such as the Microsoft Office desktop applications. You need enough memory to run them. Please see other recommendations for your device.
  
  Here are the requirements for your immediately next courses:
  
  On the Introduction to studies -course a mobile device or tablet is sufficient.
  On ICT Competencies, you need a laptop or desktop computer where you can install Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel as Desktop applications.
  
  If you do not yet have a personal computer with a keyboard, you can start your studies using the campus computers. However, make sure that you will acquire a computer that obeys the Device recommendations for Haaga-Helia students.

  Contents

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

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  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.09.2025

  Enrollment

  01.01.2025 - 01.01.2025

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  1 - 45

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     IT Support and Guidance ICB003HH1AE-3005 12.01.2026-06.02.2026  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  All students at Haaga-Helia need a personal computer device. You will soon write assignments and reports, record videos, attend online lectures and do many other tasks that would not be possible without a computer and a keyboard.
  
  Your personal computer device can be a PC or Mac laptop, desktop computer, or a tablet with a proper keyboard and mouse. You must be able to install software to your device, such as the Microsoft Office desktop applications. You need enough memory to run them. Please see other recommendations for your device.
  
  Here are the requirements for your immediately next courses:
  
  On the Introduction to studies -course a mobile device or tablet is sufficient.
  On ICT Competencies, you need a laptop or desktop computer where you can install Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel as Desktop applications.
  
  If you do not yet have a personal computer with a keyboard, you can start your studies using the campus computers. However, make sure that you will acquire a computer that obeys the Device recommendations for Haaga-Helia students.

  Contents

  This is a contact learning workshop where you can attend as many times as you find suitable for you to get to know the basics of using the computer.

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  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.01.2026 - 06.02.2026

  Enrollment

  01.01.2025 - 01.01.2025

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • REE2PC1
  • ABE2PCAVI

  Seats

  1 - 45

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     Innovation and Prototyping DIG002AS2AE-3008 23.03.2026-15.05.2026  5 cr  (DBE4PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this course the student is able to use ideation methods to a problem, acting creatively and focusing on the client and the solution. The student can present an innovative product using visual aids. The student knows how to use methods of concept building and is able to produce a working solution based on the concept.
  
  The course is mostly based on exercises and group work.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  This course is part of the Digital Services orientation of the Bachelor in Business IT degree programme.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

  Contents

  The course focuses on problems from either client companies or the students themselves. Innovations are then developed starting from ideas related to the problems.
  
  Central themes include:
  • innovation: concepts, stages and demands of the innovation process, ideation and analysis methods, and tools for structuring the work
  • concepting: defining and describing a concept, presenting and testing a concept, and how to present a concept

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student knows innovation methods, has a basic understanding of the central tenets of innovation, and knows the main features of the innovation process.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, recognizes the phases of an innovation process, and is able to function as a team member in an innovation project.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student knows the basic concepts of innovation work, is able to choose applicable innovation methods for solving real life problems, knows the phases and requirements of an innovation process well, and is able to manage an innovation project in a solution-oriented and customer-oriented manner. The student shows initiative in developing an innovation process.

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  Teachers

  X-Digi1 Digitaaliset palvelut1, Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.03.2026 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • DBE4PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Internet of Things: a Business Perspective DIG016AS2AE-3006 23.03.2026-15.05.2026  5 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing the course, student shall be able to:
  • understand the concept and scope of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the current business and industrial landscape.
  • identify and analyze the application of IoT and IIoT in various business settings.
  • have an understanding of factors that influence successful integration of the IoT and IIoT in a business landscape.
  • assess the suitability and benefits of certain IoT enablers in various business models to achieve competitive advantage.
  • apply the key concepts of IoT and IIoT in possible business transformation thinking and reasoning.
  • ideate the role of new technologies in conducting potential businesses in future,
  
  and will have participated in a team that built an IoT device.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Preferably 3rd semester onwards. Some prior knowledge of business and management fields is a desirable prerequisite, but not mandatory. This course does not require specific IT/software related knowledge, but does require an experimental mindset.

  Contents

  The contents will handle the
  * IoT landscape
  * IoT business outlook
  * technologies relevant to IoT
  * the use of open source tools in building IoT systems
  * building an IoT system in teams

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student is able to define the key concepts and topics of the IoT & IIoT. S/he recognizes the scope and purpose of these concepts in current business. S/he can describe business and management from the viewpoint of new technological thinking. S/he knows the basics of building an IoT device.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  In addition to the competences in grade 1, the student can apply the key concepts in her/his thinking and reasoning. S/he can evaluate the application of these models in the industrial sectors. S/he is able to acknowledge the potential benefits and value in strategy work. S/he particpates in the building of an IoT device.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5: In addition to the competences in grades 1 & 3, the student can analyze the purpose of an organization to adapt to the IoT/IIoT business models in creating value. S/he develops business and management from the viewpoints of digital thinking. S/he is able to think critically and solve problems in a changing operational environment. S/he is a valuable member of the team building an IoT device.

  Further information

  This course will be completed in teams, and good teamwork requires student presence at all sessions.
  
  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  • Course learning materials include reading text material, case studies, industry reports, and watching videos. Each of the five module has short tasks, quizzes and assignments to ensure student learning.
  • Course related material shall be shared in Moodle environment.

  Teachers

  Heikki Hietala, Lari Iso-Anttila

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.03.2026 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • BLENDED
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 40

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Data Analytics for Business ANA001TR1AE-3029 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  - utilises business and customer data from various sources to support decision-making process
  - processes data in Excel or other suitable software
  - formulates data into tables and calculate descriptive statistics
  - visualises data correctly
  - analyses and interprets correlations and their significance
  - is able to interpret, report and critically assess the results

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Prerequisite is the successful completion of course ICT Key Comeptences.

  Contents

  - statistics and their representation as tables and charts
  - descriptive statistics
  - correlation and regression
  - time series
  - basics of statistical inference

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Is able to calculate basic descriptive statistics. Visualises data with basic figures and tables. Is able to list the main results.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Analyses correlations, differences and trends. Visualises data with various figures and tables. Is able to interpret and report the results.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Analyses and interprets independently correlations, differences and trends. Selects and creates suitable graphical presentations to visualise data. Is able to interpret and assess the results and give suggestions for development.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Case studies generated by ERPsim simulation game
  Case studies based on flat files such as csv, Access and Excel
  Case studies based on data on database servers

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Materias are given on course Moodle page

  Teachers

  Jutta Heikkilä

  Working life connections

  Simulated business cases

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Weekly assignments

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  RPL

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment based on returned assignments and questionnaires

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Studies STU014HH1AE-3009 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  2 cr  (CONTACT, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this or a corresponding course the student
  
  • get to know fellow students.
  • can interpret and utilize Haaga-Helia's degree regulations, rules and regulations as well as other instructions and guidelines regarding his/her studies.
  • knows how to make use of Haaga-Helia's library services, student wellbeing services, learning support services, international services, and the healthcare services of FSHS (Finnish Student Health Service).
  • understands the special characteristics of studying at university of applied sciences.
  • identifies his/her goals and strengths, and learns to make choices.
  • knows the structure of his/her degree curriculum, and can plan his/her on PSP (Personal Study Plan) and update it in the Peppi system.
  • knows how to search for work placement and international exchange related information to plan his/her studies.
  • recognizes the basics and characteristics of his/her study field.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career module, which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competence courses.

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  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Groups

  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Introduction to Studies STU014HH1AE-3019 18.08.2025-15.05.2026  2 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this or a corresponding course the student
  
  • get to know fellow students.
  • can interpret and utilize Haaga-Helia's degree regulations, rules and regulations as well as other instructions and guidelines regarding his/her studies.
  • knows how to make use of Haaga-Helia's library services, student wellbeing services, learning support services, international services, and the healthcare services of FSHS (Finnish Student Health Service).
  • understands the special characteristics of studying at university of applied sciences.
  • identifies his/her goals and strengths, and learns to make choices.
  • knows the structure of his/her degree curriculum, and can plan his/her on PSP (Personal Study Plan) and update it in the Peppi system.
  • knows how to search for work placement and international exchange related information to plan his/her studies.
  • recognizes the basics and characteristics of his/her study field.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career module, which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competence courses.

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  Teachers

  Elina Vannesluoma, Mari Austin, Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • ABE1PC2_OP
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED

  Seats

  30 - 150

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Virtual proportion

  2 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 2 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Kertaa ja kuuntele – Polish your Finnish skills! FIN001AS0AE-3002 01.09.2025-12.12.2025  1 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Having completed the course, you will have
  • a strong basic vocabulary
  • clear understanding of some crucial structures of Finnish
  • good skills in listening to Finnish.

  Contents

  The aim of the course is to strengthen your Finnish language skills after your first Finnish course. You will revise and get a lot of practice in some essential structures of Finnish. You will also improve your skills in listening to Finnish. After completing this course, you will have a stronger basis for your future Finnish studies, and you will be well prepared for your next Finnish course.

  Further information

  Remember to make sure with your University of Applied Sciences that the course can be included in your degree.
  
  This is a unique 3AMK collaboration course coordinated by Haaga-Helia UAS.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Nonstop virtual course, study at your own pace

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Teacher’s material on Moodle

  Teachers

  Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

  Working life connections

  The course helps to strengthen the basics of Finnish, which gives the student better possibilities to adapt to Finland and Finnish society.

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exams but online quizzes and assignments

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Multicultural student group

  Timing

  01.09.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Various activities and assignments, such as reading and listening comprehension, grammar and vocabulary exercises and quizzes.

  Content scheduling

  Students do the assignments at their own pace.

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • 3AMK
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 150

  Further information

  Course is graded with pass/fail.

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, INTBBA International Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Guidance, Career and Wellbeing Services

•     Networking and Career Design STU001AS0AE-3002 12.01.2026-13.03.2026  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or a corresponding course, the student:
  - has increased self-awareness and developed career planning skills
  -has created a personal career design portfolio with strengths, values and ideas for alternative career paths and experiments
  - understands the fundamentals of the Finnish labour market?
  - has learnt effective networking techniques and started to build a professional network
  - has tools and skills for lifelong career design and wellbeing

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  This course integrates networking principles with career planning strategies. Students will explore both theoretical concepts and practical techniques to enhance their employability and design a successful career path.
  
  By the end of this course, students will have honed their networking skills, created a career design aligned with their aspirations, and established valuable professional connections.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student:
  
  • participates in networking events and the project
  • reflects on networking activities in the career design portfolio according to the instructions
  • submits a career action plan

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student:
  • participates actively in networking events, project and class discussions
  • reflects thorougly on networking activities in the career design portfolio with some evidence of networking efforts
  • can identify own strengths and areas for development very well and submits a well thought out career action plan in the career design portfolio

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  
  • participates proactively in networking events, project and contributes significantly to class discussions
  • is able to critically reflect on networking activities and efforts and lessons learnt in the career design portfolio
  • can identify and reflect on own strengths and areas for development in a professional way and submits an analytical and creative career action plan and development strategy to enter the Finnish labour market

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Lectures and class activities, events and do-good project assignment.
  Individual learning assignments.
  Experiential and reflective learning, problem-based learning.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Digital material on Moodle and other materials provided during the course.
  Literature and reading list published as the course starts.

  Teachers

  Liisa Wallenius, Niina Moilanen, Kirsi LaPointe

  Working life connections

  Liaising with the local business environment and organisations. Participation in job fairs, guest lectures and possible study visits to local companies.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  International and inter-cultural aspects and perspectives into Finland.

  Timing

  12.01.2026 - 13.03.2026

  Learning assignments

  Career and Networking Porfolio:
  
  1. Project report (do good voluntary work)
  2. Career Design Portfolio Develop a career narrative to guide your continuous career design.
  3. Learning Log or Diary: Reflection of networking events and your activity in them and class
  work, deadline 16 May

  Content scheduling

  Weekly Schedule
  
  WEEK 1:
  Course start & introductions & networking fundamentals
  • Project teams, team creation
  • Networking
  Career design principles & steps
  • Future of work and changing careers
  • Principles of career design & career design cycle
  • Do good -project ideation (45 min)
  
  WEEK 2
  Job search and CVs
  Career compass
  • role of identity and narratives in career design
  • importance of questioning assumptions
  • elements of your career compass.
  
  WEEK 3
  Do good project planning, Social wellbeing
  Meaningful work & purpose
  • Why & what & myths of meaningful work
  • Pathways to meaningful work
  • Ideating purposes
  
  WEEK 4
  Career prototypes
  • Three career prototypes
  • Prototyping experiences
  • Ideating prototype tests
  Checkpoint and Visit
  • Do good project
  • Company visit/guest lecture
  
  WEEK 5
  Physical Well-being
  Deadline for do-good project plans
  Do good project, consultation, planning and finalizing 3x 45 min
  
  WEEK 6
  Networking event: Porvoo Connections:
  Meet, Network, and Grow
  Testing prototypes/ interviews
  
  WEEK 7
  Do good implementation
  Submit your Testing Prototypes summary
  Career design portfolios
  Creating a visual narrative (strengths, values, interests, purposes) & a roadmap
  
  WEEK 8
  Deadline for career design portfolio submission
  Portfolio feedback session
  Presentations of the Do good projects.
  Closing and reflection
  Submission of Assignment 3: Learning Diary / Log

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • REE2PC1
  • ABE2PCAVI

  Alternative learning methods

  Demonstration of competence as recognition of prior learning, please contact ….
  For more information see Haaga-Helia student pages on Recognition of Learning.

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Further information

  Project plan, implementation and reflection on the do-good activities or voluntary work 30 %
  
  Career Design Portfolio: Submission of the personalized career action plan. 30%
  
  Participation and reflection of events: Compile evidence of networking efforts (event attendance, connections made) with reflection, and active contribution and engagement in class discussions 40 %
  
  Continuous assessment: active participation in the lectures, activities, and events.
  The students are required to pass all parts of the course and to submit all the assignments on time.
  Assignments will be downgraded in case of possible late submissions.
  Assessing one’s own learning is a compulsory part of the course.
  
  When the implementation type of the course in contact it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50% the course is failed.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr
•     Organizational Activity 1 STU006AS2AE-3002 01.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student will be able to
  
  - describe the basics of the action of student bodies and associations in the operational environment of a university of applied sciences
  - recognize the political and operational responsibilities of their position of trust, and they know the stakeholder groups and targets of influencing relevant to their own operation
  - comply to the jointly agreed on regulations to reach the targets
  - communicate and perform fluently, and lead their own activities.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required. The course is part of complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  This course is primarily targeted at the executive board of the student union, representative council, students holding positions of trust in student associations and student representatives in administrative organs. The course provides a student with capabilities to work in the organizational sector and prepares them for an active, informed and critical citizenship.
  
  The course can be completed by being active for one term of office (ie a year) in some Haaga-Helia student association or representative council. Activity in a student association or representative council can be, for example:
  
  In Helga
  
  - participation in the activities of Student Union HELGA, SAMOK (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences) or Student Sports Federation (OLL, Opiskelijoiden Liikuntaliitto)
  
  - attending the meetings of Haaga-Helia working committees
  
  - participation in the activities of HELGA’s teams
  
  - cooperation between the members of international system of organizations
  
  
  Activities in student associations
  
  - Attending training sessions of student associations
  
  - Attending the meetings of the executive board of the student association
  
  - Carrying out the activities of the student associations
  
  - the operations of Suomen Opiskelijakuntien Liitto – SAMOK ry, (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences),
  
  
  Student representative activities
  
  - Attending the meetings of the representative council of the student association
  
  - Other activities of the representative council

  Further information

  You can apply to complete the Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses by applying to
  become a trustee of a student association, student union or student organization. Each
  organization has its own application process, which usually starts in the fall semester
  around October-December. Associations inform about their recruitments via their own
  communication channels. Traditionally, positions such as board member, vice-chairperson or
  chairperson are applied for by using an application form and participating in general
  meetings and elections. The positions usually last one calendar year.
  
  When you have been selected for a specific position in the organization and you have
  worked actively in that position, at the end of the term you can apply for credits from the
  Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses. You can get a maximum of 15 credits. There is
  no registration for courses, but their completion is applied in a following way:
  
  1. Choose which course you want to complete by comparing the course's learning objectives
  with your own experience. You can complete several study courses at once, but in this case
  it must be well justified. Traditionally, one course can be completed per term, and at each
  level of the courses (1, 2 and 3), the demands of the tasks increase.
  
  2. When you have decided which course(s) you want to complete, you must fill out the
  application. Students can find the application form in the material bank of Helga's website
  (link: https://helga.fi/en/materials/ ). Fill out the application and send it by email to Helga's
  specialist of influencing and advocacy.
  
  3. The specialist checks the application and either accepts it or requests clarification or an
  addition to the application.
  
  4. When the specialist has approved the application, they forward it to Haaga-Helia's
  teacher/counselor, who adds the credits to the student

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  11.12.2024 - 11.12.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  INTBBA International Business, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Organizational Activity 2 STU007AS2AE-3002 01.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course, the student will
  
  - be familiar with the basics of planning and managing projects, producing and implementing both publicity and marketing materials with the support of the background organization
  
  - be able to describe the environment of student body and association activities in a Finnish university of applied sciences
  
  - know the basics of financial administration and be able to apply the skills learned to financial planning and administration in the system of organizations
  
  - be able to apply the skills and knowledge acquired independently.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Before taking this course, the student must have completed the course Societal Activity 1. The course is part of complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  This course is primarily targeted at the executive board members of the student union, representative council, students holding positions of trust in student associations and student representatives in administrative organs. The course provides a student with capabilities to work in the organizational sector and prepares them for an active, informed and critical citizenship.
  
  The course can be completed by being active for one term of office (ie a year) in some Haaga-Helia student association or representative council. Activity in a student association or representative council can be, for example:
  
  In Helga
  
  - participation in the activities of Student Union HELGA, SAMOK (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences) or Student Sports Federation (Opiskelijoiden Liikuntaliitto, OLL)
  
  - attending the meetings of Haaga-Helia working committees
  
  - participation in the activities of HELGA’s teams
  
  - cooperation between the members of international system of organizations
  
  
  
  Activities in student associations
  
  - Attending training sessions of student associations
  
  - Attending the meetings of the executive board of the student union
  
  - Carrying out the activities of the student associations
  
  - the operations of Suomen Opiskelijakuntien Liitto – SAMOK ry, (National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences)
  
  
  Student representative activities
  
  - Attending the meetings of the representative council of the student association
  
  - Other activities of the representative council

  Further information

  You can apply to complete the Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses by applying to
  become a trustee of a student association, student union or student organization. Each
  organization has its own application process, which usually starts in the fall semester
  around October-December. Associations inform about their recruitments via their own
  communication channels. Traditionally, positions such as board member, vice-chairperson or
  chairperson are applied for by using an application form and participating in general
  meetings and elections. The positions usually last one calendar year.
  
  When you have been selected for a specific position in the organization and you have
  worked actively in that position, at the end of the term you can apply for credits from the
  Organizational Activities 1, 2 and 3 courses. You can get a maximum of 15 credits. There is
  no registration for courses, but their completion is applied in a following way:
  
  1. Choose which course you want to complete by comparing the course's learning objectives
  with your own experience. You can complete several study courses at once, but in this case
  it must be well justified. Traditionally, one course can be completed per term, and at each
  level of the courses (1, 2 and 3), the demands of the tasks increase.
  
  2. When you have decided which course(s) you want to complete, you must fill out the
  application. Students can find the application form in the material bank of Helga's website
  (link: https://helga.fi/en/materials/ ). Fill out the application and send it by email to Helga's
  specialist of influencing and advocacy.
  
  3. The specialist checks the application and either accepts it or requests clarification or an
  addition to the application.
  
  4. When the specialist has approved the application, they forward it to Haaga-Helia's
  teacher/counselor, who adds the credits to the student

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  01.04.2024 - 01.04.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     People and Culture HRL001TR1AE-3035 23.03.2026-15.05.2026  5 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing this course or achieving an equivalent competence level, you:
  
  - Recognise the forms and structures of organisations
  - Understand the role of culture in international organisations
  - Identify and analyse ethics, responsibility, and sustainability (ERS) in people management
  - Demonstrate diversity and inclusion in multicultural collaboration (DEIB)

  Contents

  The main themes of this course are:
  
  - Psychological safety
  - Organisational culture and identity
  - DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging)
  - CSR (corporate social responsibility)
  - Multicultural teams
  - Organisational structure

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  You know some of the organizational structures. You can describe diversity and inclusion practices in a multicultural organization. You can list factors affecting collaboration and well-functioning organization. You know the meaning of ethics and social responsibility at work.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  You recognize different organizational forms and structures suitable for various circumstances. You can describe the impact of diversity and inclusion practices in a multicultural organization. You distinguish various factors affecting collaboration and a well-functioning organization. You recognize diverse stakeholders requirements for ethics and social responsibility in people management.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  You recognize various organizational forms and structures and can asess their suitability for various circumstances. You rationalize and apply inclusive practices to support diversity in multicultural work environments. You analyze diverse stakeholders requirements for ethics and social responsibility in people management.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Ari Soinola, Ari Etelävuori, Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.03.2026 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE2PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Principles of Accounting and Finance ECO002TR1AE-3036 18.08.2025-10.10.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student is able to:
  - record business transactions by applying double-entry bookkeeping technique
  - prepare basic financial statements by applying generally accepted accounting practices
  - justify the importance of planning and forecasting process for an organization
  - prepare different sub-budgets and financial plans for a company
  - recognize capital market actors and liaise with them
  - identify and assess different options for companies to finance their operations and projects
  - recognize the need for working capital in a company
  - identify ethical and responsible aspects of a finance profession

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The course belongs to BBA Key Competencies.
  Prior to this course the student should have completed following HH key competence course or gained similar knowledge and skills:
  ECO001HH1AE

  Contents

  - accounting equation
  - double-entry bookkeeping
  - financial closing and statements
  - principles of budgeting
  - financing options
  - working capital
  - finance as a profession

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student can identify
  - basic double-entry accounting technique and its linkages to the simple financial statements
  - some budgeting principles in a small company
  - some sources of finance and capital market operators
  - concept of working capital

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student can apply
  - double-entry technique in a simple business environment
  - basic accounting principles in preparing financial statements
  - some budgeting and financial planning methods for a company
  - sources of finance suitable for a small company and recognize various capital market operators
  - concept of working capital

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student can analyze and interpret
  - financial information produced in accounting and recognizes the information flows from business transactions to financial statements
  - basic accounting principles in preparing financial statements
  - various budgets and plans and understand their importance in the decision making process
  - sources of finance for a company
  - various capital market operators offering financing
  - working capital requirements of a company

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Kalle Räihä

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 10.10.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Principles of Economics ECO001TR1AE-3028 18.08.2025-10.10.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Student who has completed this course or acquired equivalent competence:
  -knows the structure of the economy and identifies the most significant drivers of economic change
  - understands the role of the public sector, consumers and businesses in society as a builder of wealth and well-being
  -knows the principles of economic decision-making
  -knows what is meant by corporate social responsibility and how the circular economy and sustainable development are promoted in business operations
  - knows the key concepts and indicators of the economy
  - understands current phenomena and trends in the global economy and their impact on the operations and competitiveness of companies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prior studies required
  The Principles of Economics is key competences of qualification.

  Contents

  - Economic growth, gross domestic product and well-being
  - Economic sectors and actors
  - Supply, demand and the markets
  - Inequality
  - Circular economy and sustainable development
  - Globalization and foreign trade
  - Economic policy

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student can describe:
  - the importance of the economy and politics as a basis for the functioning of society
  - economic phenomena, and is familiar with key economic concepts
  - the structure of the economy and is familiar with the key international economic relations
  - the principles of the circular economy, as well as the behavior and economic decision-making of people and businesses.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student:
  - can estimate the impact of economic phenomena on their own activities, on consumers and on businesses
  - can interpret key basic economic concepts
  - can describe economic phenomena and their impact on the operating environment
  - knows the role of Finnish society in the European Union and in the wider international community
  - can assess the importance of the circular economy in society. Knows and understands the behaviour and economic decision-making of people and companies.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student can analyse
  - the impact of economic phenomena on the operating environment
  - masters the basic economic concepts excellently
  - its own and the company's operations based on economic phenomena
  - the future impact of the circular economy on society
  - the impact of human and business behaviour and economic decision-making on the functioning of the overall economy.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Students are required to participate actively in classes. There will be both individual and group work. After completion of the course and/or after acquiring equivalent competences, student:
  - knows the structure of the economy and identifies the most significant drivers of economic change
  - understands the role of the public sector, consumers, and businesses in society as a builder of wealth and well-being
  - knows the principles of economic decision-making
  - knows what is meant by corporate social responsibility and how the circular economy and sustainable development are promoted in business operations
  - knows the key concepts and indicators of the economy
  - understands current phenomena and trends in the global economy and their impact on the operations and competitiveness of companies.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  This course will be based on material from following link:
  
  https://www.core-econ.org/the-economy/index.html
  
  Students are allowed to use the Economy 1 or economy 2
  https://www.core-econ.org/the-economy/v1/index.html
  
  It is possible to read in any language of your choice. However, classes and assignments, and quizzes will be in English language.
  
  Teacher will make available presentations and instructions in Moodle.

  Teachers

  Evariste Habiyakare

  Working life connections

  The course will focus on presenting and analysis of:
  - Economic growth, gross domestic product and well-being
  - Economic sectors and actors
  - Entrepreneurship and innovation processes
  - Supply, demand and the markets
  - society and Inequality
  - Circular economy
  - Development goals and sustainable development
  - Globalization and foreign trade
  - Economic policy

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  The course has three quizzes and one analytical assignment
  quiz 1 stands for 20% ,
  quiz 2 stands for 30% and
  quiz 3 stands for 30%
  and final assignment stands for 20%.
  
  Quizzes will be open during the period of 20.08.2024 until 10.10.2024

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  Participants have international background
  - Learning material of international character
  - Case example with international background
  - Possible guest lectures with international background

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 10.10.2025

  Learning assignments

  This course will have three parts :
  Quiz 1: Introduction to Economics
  Quiz 2 : Micro Economics in practices
  Quiz 3 : Macro Economics
  Assignment 4: Final assignment on about sustainability

  Content scheduling

  Lectures: TUE, THU 14:00-16:45
  
  
  Porvoo Campus in Classroom 1421
  
  During the period of 20.08.2024 - 10.10.2024

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • CONTACT
  • ABE3PCAVI
  • EXCH

  Alternative learning methods

  Those who have acquired equivalent competences may get a chance to demonstrate their competences.
  
  They should discuss and agree with the teacher.
  
  Each student is required to attend classes and to use available material.
  
  Each student is required to do three quizzes and one final assignment.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  Assessment criteria - grade 1
  The student can describe:
  - the importance of the economy and politics as a basis for the functioning of society
  - economic phenomena, and is familiar with key economic concepts
  - the structure of the economy and is familiar with the key international economic relations
  - the principles of the circular economy, as well as the behavior and economic decision-making of people and businesses.
  
  Assessment criteria - grade 3
  The student:
  - can estimate the impact of economic phenomena on their own activities, on consumers and on businesses
  - can interpret key basic economic concepts
  - can describe economic phenomena and their impact on the operating environment
  - knows the role of Finnish society in the European Union and in the wider international community
  - can assess the importance of the circular economy in society. Knows and understands the behavior and economic decision-making of people and companies.
  
  Assessment criteria - grade 5
  The student can analyze
  - the impact of economic phenomena on the operating environment
  - masters the basic economic concepts excellently
  - its own and the company's operations based on economic phenomena
  - the future impact of the circular economy on society
  - the impact of human and business behavior and economic decision-making on the functioning of the overall economy.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Professional Communication COM001HH1AE-3071 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  • communicates responsibly orally and in writing, according to the demands of situation and the target groups
  • is able to use professionally different communication methods, channels and platforms
  • identifies own competence level and is able to market own competencies convincingly
  • is able to interact with others, give and receive feedback with respect in various intercultural environments
  • is able to critically evaluate different communication sources, their operating practices and motives as well as the different responsibilities connected to the information they convey.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Student:
  • can communicate appropriately orally and in writing according to the situation
  • knows different professional communication channels and platforms.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Student:
  • produces communication content that fulfills task requirements with regard to the target group in various cultural environments
  • confidently uses communication channels and platforms
  • can identify own strengths and areas for development in interpersonal communication situations.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Student
  • produces professional communication content in accurate English for multiple channels, with consideration to different cultural perspectives
  • is able to critically assess contents and make use of different communication channels and platforms
  • performs professionally and responsibly in demanding communication situations. 

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Professional Work Placement PLA001HH2AE-3024 18.08.2025-15.05.2026  15 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After the work placement, students are able to
  • identify and evaluate their own professional strengths and areas for development from the perspective of expertise in their field
  • act in accordance with the rules of the work community
  • evaluate the activities of the organisation and, if necessary, make justified development proposals
  • continuously develop and update skills required at work as well as study and career plans

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Professional studies or equivalent competences.

  Contents

  Work placement can be completed in a suitable Finnish or international company, public entity or other suitable organisation, such as various associations or non-profit organisations. The student can also work as an entrepreneur in his/her own company. Work placement can also be completed abroad.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Work placement instructions and return of documents as required by the degree.

  Teachers

  Pierantonio Silvani

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE2PCDBI
  • DBE5PCDBI
  • DBE4PCDBI

  Seats

  16 - 60

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 15 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Strength-Based Career Planning STU013HH1AE-3001 12.01.2026-15.05.2026  1 cr  (DBE2PCDBI, ...) +-
  Teachers

  Kirsi Lehtoviita

  Campus

  Haaga Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  12.01.2026 - 15.05.2026

  Groups

  • DBE2PCDBI
  • LIE5VIA
  • LIE4VIA
  • LIE2VIA
  • NONSTOP
  • REE4HA1
  • REE2PC1
  • REE4PC1
  • VIRTUAL
  • INSTRUCTED
  • ABE2PCAVI
  • DBE4PCDBI
  • REE2HA1
  • ABE4PCAVI

  Seats

  30 - 100

  Degree Programme

  EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Virtual proportion

  1 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Hospitality Management

•     Study Skills STU003HH1AE-3029 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  1 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or a corresponding course, the student:
  - is able to study in a university of applied sciences
  - recognizes the benefits of group work and project-like work
  - recognizes the basics of effective reading and note-taking techniques
  - identifies and develops study skills and understands their importance for studies
  - appreciates the importance of peer support as a facilitator of study progress

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.
  This course is included in Keys to Studies and Career which is one of the Haaga-Helia key competences.

  Contents

  Studying at Haaga-Helia
  Me as a learner
  Techniques for reading and taking notes
  Writing
  Working in groups
  Online/virtual studies
  Study challenges

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Contact learning hours once a week during the second period.

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Provided by the teacher on Moodle.

  Teachers

  Mari Austin

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  Study assignments are compulsory part of the course and are provided on Moodle.

  Content scheduling

  Weekly timetable available on the Moodle page. Contact hours are once a week during the first period.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Alternative learning methods

  Different implementation methods may be offered during the academic year.
  
  In case you have already acquired the required competence it is advisable to select a virtual nonstop implementation in order to be able to complete the course at your own pace. If there is no virtual nonstop implementation available, you may contact the teacher of this course for more information on different ways to complete the course.

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  The course is graded pass/fail.
  In order to pass the course you must complete all required tasks with a passing grade.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 1 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Swedish Placement Test SWE000HH1A-3056 18.08.2025-22.08.2025  (TR1PC2, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Kaikki aloittavat opiskelijat tekevät opintojen alussa ruotsin kielen tasotestin. Testillä varmennetaan opiskelijoiden lähtötason riittävyys kaikille yhteisiin opintoihin. Testin tulosten perusteella sinut voidaan ohjata valmentaviin opintoihin.
  
  Ruotsin tasotestit on pakollinen kaikille aloittaville opiskelijoille. Testit tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä annetun aikataulun mukaisesti.
  
  Testin maksimipistemäärä on 68 p.
  
  Jos saat tasotestistä 27 pistettä, tasotesti on hyväksytty ja voit osallistua suoraan Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksolle.
  
  Jos saat tasotestistä 0–26 pistettä, osallistu SWE002HH1A Ruotsin valmentaviin opintoihin (3 op)
  
  Valmentavat opinnot pitää suorittaa ennen Svenska för arbetslivet -opintojaksoa. (not translated)

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  Kaikki aloittavat opiskelijat tekevät opintojen alussa ruotsin kielen tasotestin. Testillä varmennetaan opiskelijoiden lähtötason riittävyys kaikille yhteisiin opintoihin. Testin tulosten perusteella sinut voidaan ohjata valmentaviin opintoihin.
  
  Ruotsin tasotestit on pakollinen kaikille aloittaville opiskelijoille. Testit tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä annetun aikataulun mukaisesti. (not translated)

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Testissä testataan ruotsin peruskieliopin ja -sanaston hallinta.
  Halutessasi voit kerrata kielioppia esim.https://kielikompassi.jyu.fi/opetus/natfrasch/grammatik/index.htm tai muun kielioppimateriaalin avulla. (not translated)

  Teachers

  Riitta Forsnabba

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  Testi tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä 12.-20.8.2043 välisenä aikana. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Finnish

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 22.08.2025

  Content scheduling

  Testi tehdään omatoimisesti Moodle-ympäristössä 12.-20.8.2024 välisenä aikana. (not translated)

  Groups

  • TR1PC2
  • TR1PC1
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  30 - 200

  Further information

  Arvionti: hyväksytty-hylätty.
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  Degree Programme

  TRALI Business Administration, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (FIN)

•     Teamwork and Project Management HRL001HH1AE-3066 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (ABE1PCAVI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After having completed this course or attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
  
  - identifies the principles and challenges of multi-cultural teamwork
  - recognizes different tools and practices of project management
  - develops teamwork and works purposefully in diverse teams
  - takes advantage of good practice in project work
  - sees opportunities and advantages of diversity in project teams
  - collaborates inclusively, ethically, sustainably and responsibly in multi-cultural teams

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites.

  Contents

  - principles of efficient teamwork
  - team roles, team development and team structure
  - advantages of and challenges in multi-cultural teams
  - principles of project management
  - project planning and executing
  - evaluation of project completion

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  You can describe group dynamics and the basics of project management. You understand the challenges of multicultural teamwork. You can complete assigned tasks in a project with guidance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  You can analyse group dynamics and apply project management tools to your own tasks. You actively participate in multicultural teamwork, taking responsibility for achieving project goals. You can give and receive feedback from peers and the team, and conduct self-assessment. You can set objectives and work within a team according to the agreed-upon plan.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  You can plan, execute, and evaluate teamwork and projects, setting development goals for both yourself and your team. You can leverage multicultural teams, analyse team effectiveness, and assess performance. You can use feedback to reflect on and analyse both your team's work and your own actions.

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25%, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50%, the course is failed.

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  Teaching methods and instruction

  This course is a part of all Haaga-Helia's degrees and the student can participate in any implementation. This implementation is specifically aimed at students of Aviation Business, Digital Business Innovations degree.
  
  This is a CONTACT course taught at the Porvoo Campus. You are expected to actively participate in the lectures. The learning assignments in the course are both individual and team assignments. The course combines theory and practice. If you have gained competence/skills matching the learning objectives of this course you can show your skills and competences through demonstration. More information about Demonstration of prior learning: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/career-planning/recognition-learning

  Learning material and recommended literature

  Recommended literature:
  
  Teamwork:
  - Katzenbach, J.R. & Smith, D. K. 1993. The wisdom of teams. Creating the high-performance organization. Boston: Harvard Business School Press.
  - Lencioni, P. 2002: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
  
  Project Management:
  - Burke, R. 2013. Project Management - Planning and Control Techniques. John Wiley & Sons.
  - Newton, R. 2016. Project Management step by step: How to plan and manage a highly successful project. Pearson.

  Teachers

  Ari Soinola

  Working life connections

  In this course, you will address the challenges of teamwork and project management through both work-life cases and managing your own studies. The case studies involve real-life workplace challenges. You will also have the opportunity to work with your team on a project plan for a company of your choice.

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

  No exam.

  Teaching language

  English

  Internationality

  The course covers working in a multicultural environment.

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Learning assignments

  The course involves learning assignments, which include both individual and team assignments. The evaluated assignments will assess your knowledge of the course topics. Each assignment carries a different weight that will impact your course grade.
  
  1. Individual assignment: Teamwork skills, mandatory
  2. Teamwork assignment: A Project Plan, mandatory
  3. Individual assignment: Project management skills, mandatory
  4. Class-room activities: Participation and collaborative learning
  
  To pass the course, you must earn a minimum grade of 1 on Assignments 1, 2, and 3.

  Content scheduling

  The dates of the lectures, the course content, and the deadlines for assignments are in the course Moodle, which will be available to you by the start date at the latest.

  Groups

  • ABE1PCAVI
  • CONTACT
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • REE1PC1

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Further information

  The course grade is influenced by the learning assignments, which are evaluated using an assessment rubric. Course lectures will include assignments that will affect your grade. The assessment rubric and the weighting of assignments are available on the course Moodle.

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Toolkit for Writing ENG011AS2AE-3002 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (NONSTOP, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing the course, the student
  
  - can employ the different functions of sentence and paragraph types to express information
  - acquires an increased vocabulary suited for academic English
  - learns the standard and academically accepted structure of an essay/report/thesis to better express one’s intentions more clearly in writing
  - learns how to use a contemporary referencing system

  Contents

  Students learn, from the elements of the sentence and the paragraph, an approach that is expandable to encompass the demands of writing a full-fledged thesis in academically appropriate English, as follows:
  
  - Academic Writing Style
  - Report Organization
  - Logical Organization of Ideas
  - Paragraph Structure
  - Academic Vocabulary
  - Referencing

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  The course materials are available on Moodle

  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Enrollment

  01.01.2024 - 01.01.2024

  Groups

  • NONSTOP
  • ABE1PCAVI
  • AVOINAMK
  • DBE1PCDBI
  • ABE1PC2_OP
  • VIRTUAL
  • EXCH

  Seats

  15 - 150

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Tutor Activities STU003AS2AE-3006 04.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a team and understand the importance of teamwork and group dynamics in managing a group
  • motivate and encourage group members
  • plan and implement student events and training
  • communicate and perform fluently in various group situations
  • introduces new students to the beginning of their studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all tutors once a year, every February. Any Haaga-Helia student, who is also a Helga
  member can apply to be a tutor. The application always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga has separate Head Tutors who guide their own tutor groups and, for instance,
  interview all new tutor applicants. The best candidates are selected by Helga and the Head
  Tutors as new Helga's tutors. Every new tutor must go through Helga's training or complete
  them in another separately agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. A total of
  3 training sessions are organized in the spring immediately after the interviews. 2 afternoon
  training sessions (one in English and one in Finnish), as well as 1 common all-day training
  for all new tutors.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1,5 academic years. Spring is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and autumn and the following spring for tutoring. Each tutor commits
  to their duties and for being an active tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the tutoring period, each tutor fills out a tutor report that determines how many
  credits are awarded for the activity. Tutoring hours are also documented, and 81 hours of
  tutoring 3 credits and 135 hours of tutoring equals 5 credits. The tutor report is available on
  Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  
  The reports are sent to the Head Tutor, who checks the report and forwards it to Helga, who
  checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia, who transfers the credits to the
  student's register.

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  Teachers

  Marit Keränen, Mari Austin

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  11.12.2024 - 11.12.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, AVIBBA Aviation Business, INTBBA International Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Tutor Activities, Exchange Student Tutor STU005AS2AE-3002 04.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a multicultural team and understand the importance of teamwork skills and group dynamics in managing an international team
  • motivate and encourage group members
  • plan and implement student events and training
  • communicate and perform fluently in various social situations in an international environment
  • introduce new international students to the beginning of their studies.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all tutors once a year, every February. Any Haaga-Helia student, who is also a Helga
  member can apply to be a tutor. The application always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga has separate Head Tutors who guide their own tutor groups and, for instance,
  interview all new tutor applicants. The best candidates are selected by Helga and the Head
  Tutors as new Helga's tutors. Every new tutor must go through Helga's training or complete
  them in another separately agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. A total of
  3 training sessions are organized in the spring immediately after the interviews. 2 afternoon
  training sessions (one in English and one in Finnish), as well as 1 common all-day training
  for all new tutors.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1.5 academic years. Spring is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and autumn and the following spring for tutoring. Each tutor commits
  to their duties and for being an active tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the tutoring period, each tutor fills out a tutor report that determines how many
  credits are awarded for the activity. Tutoring hours are also documented, and 81 hours of
  tutoring 3 credits and 135 hours of tutoring equals 5 credits. The tutor report is available on
  Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  
  The reports are sent to the Head Tutor, who checks the report and forwards it to Helga, who
  checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia, who transfers the credits to the
  student's register.

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  11.12.2024 - 11.12.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  INTBBA International Business, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Tutor Activities, Head Tutor STU004AS2AE-3002 04.08.2025-31.07.2026  5 cr +-
  Learning objectives

  A student who has completed this course can
  
  • work as part of a team and understand the importance of teamwork skills and group dynamics in guiding a group
  
  • motivate and encourage group members
  
  • plan and implement student events and training
  
  • communicate and perform effectively in various group situations
  
  • introduce new students to the beginning of their studies
  
  • lead groups and apply their leadership skills in overall management.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No prerequisites required. The course belongs to complementary professional competencies.

  Contents

  Tutoring is peer guidance where the student receives support from a fellow student. Student Union Helga coordinates the tutoring activities in Haaga-Helia. Applications for the course are made annually during the application period announced by the Student Union.

  Further information

  The Student Union Helga implements all the tutoring offered at Haaga-Helia. Helga recruits
  all Head Tutors once a year, every October. Any Haaga-Helia student that has acted as a
  former tutor and has a Helga membership can apply to be a Head Tutor. The application
  always takes place via the same form:
  https://opku.lime-forms.se/forms/Xj0CbFyVPN3ZUbOAVe5Z
  
  Helga and the current Head Tutors interview all new Head Tutor applicants. The best
  candidates are selected by Helga and the current Head Tutors as new Head Tutors. Every
  new Head Tutor must go through Helga's training or complete them in another separately
  agreed way before the beginning of the tutoring period. Training is organized after the
  interviews are done.
  
  The tutoring study course lasts 1.5 academic years. Autumn is used for training and teaming
  up with the tutor group, and spring and the following autumn for tutoring. Each Head Tutor
  commits to their duties and for being an active Head Tutor for the entire duration.
  
  At the end of the Head Tutoring period, each Head Tutor fills out a report that determines
  how many credits are awarded for the activity. Head Tutoring is worth 5 credits. The Head
  Tutor report is available on Helga's website:https://helga.fi/en/materials/
  The reports are sent to Helga, who checks the report and finally forwards it to Haaga-Helia,
  who transfers the credits to the student's register.

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  Teachers

  Minna Polvinen

  Campus

  Pasila Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  04.08.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment

  11.12.2024 - 11.12.2024

  Seats

  1 - 15

  Degree Programme

  INTBBA International Business, ITBBA Business Information Technology, STEM Sustainable Tourism and Event Management, EXPER Hospitality and Tourism Experience Management, DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations, COACH Sports Coaching and Management, AVIBBA Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Website Design and Development COM002AS3AE-3008 18.08.2025-12.12.2025  5 cr  (DBE3PCDBI, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  After completing the course, the student will be able to
  - the basics of a website publishing system
  - use a content management system to create a website
  - design a website supporting the different areas of the company/brand and create content for it according to the target group
  - design and implement a visually branded, attractive, usable and accessible website
  - understand the website design process and the basics for optimised content production in the implementation process.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Starting level:It is recommended that the student has completed the courses Customer Insight and Marketing, Customer Experience and Sales, Data-driven Marketing or has equivalent knowledge. This course is part of the Marketing and Communication orientation of the Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

  Contents

  Website design
  - Website construction
  - Building a customer path
  - Content production
  - Search engine optimisation
  - Principles of hosting

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Students will understand the functionalities of the content management system selected for the course. The student can create content, but there is room for improvement in the understanding and implementation of the website design process. There is room for improvement in terms of commitment to work and scheduling.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student knows the functionalities of the content management system chosen for the course and is able to use them in the implementation of their website. The student is able to create content according to the assignment in a target group oriented way. Can design and implement a website that supports the company/brand components in terms of content and visuals. The student will work with commitment and on time.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student is able to use the content management system chosen for the course in a versatile way in the implementation of their website. The student will be able to create relevant and distinctive content that supports the company/brand in a target group-oriented way. Design and implement an insightful, optimised, usable and accessible website. The student will work with a high level of commitment and a professional approach..

  Further information

  When the implementation type of the course is contact, online or blended it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  - lecturers' materials
  - Related literature
  - Other related material

  Teachers

  Ville Lahtinen

  Campus

  Porvoo Campus

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  18.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

  Groups

  • DBE3PCDBI
  • DBE5PCDBI
  • VIRTUAL

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Degree Programme

  DIGIBBA Digital Business Innovations

  Virtual proportion

  5 cr

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)