Academic year 2024 - 2025

•     Air Cargo AIR3PO303-3010 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB5CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module advances the following competences with specific focus on air cargo: analytical and strategic thinking, strategic planning, value creation, process development, risk management, safety&security, regulation, strategic sales, enabling digitalization, managing sales and performance, future orientation.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module is part of advanced studies in Porvoo Campus competence based curriculum. Prerequisites for the module are that the student has completed basic and professional studies.

  Contents

  • Strategic planning
  • Concept and business development within air cargo
  • Digitalization and sustainability within air cargo context
  • Sales and business performance management
  • Value creation
  • Risk management
  • Airports and airlines within the air cargo networks
  • Key factors and stakeholders in the air cargo industry
  • Air Cargo industry forecasts and trends, future
  • Air cargo safety and security management and industry regulations

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student has limited abilities to conduct analytical and strategic thinking, strategic planning and has gained limited knowledge of value creation, concept development, risk management , strategic sales and e-commerce, enabling digitalization, managing sales and performance.The student participates in project teamwork, 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 3

  The student has good abilities to conduct analytical and strategic thinking, strategic planning and has gained sufficient knowledge of value creation, concept development, risk management, strategic sales and e-commerce, enabling digitalization, managing sales and performance. The student participates in project teamwork, implementation and evaluation with active input. The student is able to work and proactively and independently.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student has excellent abilities to conduct analytical and strategic thinking, strategic planning and has gained outstanding knowledge of value creation, concept development, risk management, strategic sales and e-commerce, ebnabling digitalization, managing sales and performance. The student actively participates and leads when necessary project teamwork, implementation and evaluation. The student actively seeks to work proactively and independently in a highly productive manner.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Abeyratne, R. 1. k. 2018. Law and regulation of air cargo. Cham, Switzerland: Springer.
  Morrell, P. S. & Klein, T. 2019. Moving boxes by air: The economics of international air cargo. Second edition. Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY: Routledge.
  Sales, M. 2016. Aviation Logistics: The dynamic partnership of air freight and supply chain. London ; Philadelphia ; New Delhi: Kogan Page.
  Hertwig, P. & Rau, P. 2010. Risk Management in the Air Cargo Industry: Revenue Management, Capacity Options and Financial Intermediation. Diplomica Verlag.
  McKinnon, A. C. 2018. Decarbonizing logistics: Distributing goods in a low-carbon world. London, United Kingdom ; New York, NY: Kogan Page Limited.
  Protzman. 2018. Implementing Lean. CRC Press.
  Bicheno, J. & Holweg, M. 2016. The Lean toolbox: A handbook for lean transformation. Fifth edition. Buckingham: PICSIE Books.
  Bowersox, D. J., Closs, D. J., Cooper, M. B. & Bowersox, J. C. 2020. Supply chain logistics management. Fifth edition. International student edition. New York, NY: McGraw Hill Education.
  
  
  E-books and online articles
  
  Companies’ web-portals
  
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  
  Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.

  Teachers

  Ari Soinola

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB5CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Airline Business AIR3PO301-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB5CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The implementation aims at developing students’ ability to build a holistic view of airline key commercial units activity functions. After a successful participation of the course the participant should have proficiency in recognising real-life airline commercial business functions and assess their impact on airline business considerations. The course aims at building up insight in airlines professional expectation through:
  -The ability to recognise processes between airline business stakeholders.
  -Interpreting airline business concepts and drivers such as strategic considerations, market management, pricing, network planning, and sustainability application
  -Enhance students’ ability to cultivate strategic thinking and articulate functions in different airline business models.
  -Assess airline key unit functions and their intent in context of airline management
  -Applying KPIs impact considerations on airline route and O&D performance
  -Articulating and creating a Commercial Business Plan formulation for positioning an airline in its market(s)

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module is a part of professional studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum. Prerequisites for the module are that the student has completed basic and professional studies in aviation. Alternatively, basic airline knowledge gained in working a few years in an airline.

  Contents

  CONTENTS
  *Commercial Management and Strategy
  *Finance and Treasury
  *Sales
  *Marketing
  *Network Planning (Schedules, Fleet & Profitability Scenarios)
  *Revenue Management and Pricing
  *Alliances and Partnerships
  *Ancillaries Business
  *Loyalty
  *Sustainability
  *Industrial Affairs, Politics & Law
  
  WORKING LIFE CONNECTIONS
  Company and airline visits, guest lecturers and project work in cooperation with different aviation companies and organisations.
  
  INTERNATIONALITY
  Teamwork in an international group, supervised by international instructors. Guest lecturers from international organisations and partner universities.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Grade 1
  (Basic knowledge, completes given tasks and assignments on a satisfactory level)
  You are able to understand and interpret the basic principles of airline business, through listing and formulating the essential considerations. In addition, you can calculate and present airline business KPIs and variables. Moreover, you have shown basic knowledge in performance evaluation assessment. Furthermore, you can apply and reflect basic strategy frame and present considerations in your commercial business plan report.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Grade 3
  Good (You have Comprehensive knowledge, and are expected to compare and link course concepts. You have completed given tasks and assignments on a good level, showing positive attitude through participating in some discussions, and makes visible efforts in analysing and solving possible challenges and problematics.)
  
  You can apply and interpret the basic principles of airline business and can benefit to business considerations through KPIs assessment. In addition, You can not only calculate essential KPIs, but discuss and analyse different variables impacting performance evaluation. Moreover, you are able to critically evaluate a Commercial Business Plan report applied with airline business variable considerations. Furthermore, you can interpret, asses and present different considerations in a structured commercial business plan report and presentation.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5
  Excellent: (In addition to finalising all given tasks with exemplary results, you can widely build knowledge by demonstrating comprehensive use of course concepts. You consistently contribute in discussions, indicate thorough preparation and elaborate on analytical insight and conclusions. You have a distinguished level of problem-solving skills, and an innovative mindset for analytical assessments. You can cooperate responsibly and constructively in a professional manner and take others views into consideration.)
  
  You can apply and interpret the principles of airline business for driving commercial initiatives and performance evaluation. You can formulate the essential KPIs and develop business based on the analysis. You possess skills in independently applying insights of airline business in commercial plan considerations context. Moreover, you are able to visually illustrate, with the help of qualitative and quantitative data, how to develop business activities through several variables influencing airline business. Furthermore, you can clearly create, asses and present key considerations through a well formulated commercial plan report and presentation in an innovative manner.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Course literature:
  Taneja, N.K. 2014. Designing Future-Oriented Airline Business. Ashgate.
  Wensveen, J. G. 2015. Air Transport. A Management Perspective. Ashgate.
  
  Additional reading:
  Bartlik, M. 2011. The Impact of EU Law on the Regulation of International Air Transportation. Ashgate.
  Flouris, Triant G . & Yilmaz, Ayse K. 2011. Risk Management and Corporate Sustainability in Avaition. Ashgate.
  Morrell, Peter.S. 2013. Airline Finance. Ashgate.
  Rhoades, Dawna l. 2014. Evolution of International Aviation Phoenix Rising. Ashgate.
  Sheehan, J.J. 2013. Business and Corporate Aviation Management. New York: McGraw-Hill Education.
  Vasigh, B. & Fleming, K. & Tacker, T. 2013. Introduction to Air Transport Economics From Theory to Applications. Second Edition. Ashgate.
  
  E-books and online articles
  Companies’ web-portals
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  Social networking tools
  Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.

  Teachers

  Thomas Sundman

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB5CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Airport Business AIR3PO302-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB5CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  Learning objectives and assessment
  
  The module advances the following competences with specific focus on airport business: strategic planning, economics, ecosystem, megatrends, digitalization, sustainability, value creation, concept development, passenger experience, risk management, operations, safety&security, regulation, capacity management, sales, performance, master planning and future airports.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module is part of advanced studies in Porvoo Campus competence based curriculum. Prerequisites for the module are that the student has completed basic and professional studies.

  Contents

  Strategic planning
  Concept development at airports in airport industry
  Ecosystem, megatrends
  Sustainability
  Sales
  Digitalization
  Sustainability
  Value creation
  Safety&security, regulation
  Risk management
  Operations and systems
  Capacity management
  Master planning
  Future airports

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Grade 1
  The student has limited abilities and knowledge to work with strategic planning, economics, ecosystem, megatrends, digitalization, sustainability, value creation, concept development, passenger experience, risk management, operations, safety&security, regulation, capacity management, sales, performance, master planning and future airports in the airport context. The student participates in project teamwork, 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 3

  Grade 3
  The student has good abilities and knowledge to work with strategic planning, economics, ecosystem, megatrends, digitalization, sustainability, value creation, concept development, passenger experience, risk management, operations, safety&security, regulation, capacity management, sales, performance, master planning and future airports in the airport context. The student participates in project teamwork, implementation and evaluation with active input. The student is able to work and proactively and independently.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5
  The student has excellent abilities and knowledge to work with strategic planning, economics, ecosystem, megatrends, digitalization, sustainability, value creation, concept development, passenger experience, risk management, operations, safety&security, regulation, capacity management, sales, performance, master planning and future airports in the airport context. The student actively participates and leads when necessary project teamwork, implementation and evaluation. The student actively seeks to work proactively and independently in a highly productive manner.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Graham, A. 2018. Managing airports: An international perspective. Fifth edition. Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge.
  Halpern, N. & Graham, A. 2013. Airport marketing. London: Routledge.
  Kazda, A., Caves Robert E. & Robert E. Caves. 2015. Airport Design and Operation. Emerald Publishing Limited.
  Zografos, K., Andreatta, G., Odoni, A. R. & Odoni, A. 2013. Modelling and Managing Airport Performance. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.
  Forsyth, P., Gillen, D., Müller, J. & Niemeier, H. 2016. Airport competition: The European experience. Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge.
  Sweet, K. M. 2009. Aviation and airport security: Terrorism and safety concerns. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press.
  Ashford, N., Stanton, H. P. M., Moore, C. A., Coutu, P. & Beasley, J. R. 2013. Airport operations. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  
  E-books and online articles
  Companies’ web-portals
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  Social networking tools
  Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.

  Teachers

  Heini Noronen-Juhola

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB5CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Aviation Business Basics 1 BUS1AB101-3012 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB1CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  Upon completion of the course:
  
  LO1: Student is able to define the process in becoming an entrepreneur and evaluate different available business forms and formalities.
  LO2: Understanding entrepreneurial approach, business mindset based on individual, organisation and society context
  LO3: Evaluate different entrepreneurial opportunities and business models with sustainability considerations e.g. circular economy.
  LO4: Promote entrepreneurial spirit through individual participation, group work and understanding team dynamics influence in start-up context
  LO5: The student realises the value and use of creating a useful business network both from an individual perspective and organisation´s view
  
  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 understand the difference between intrapreneurship and entrepreneurship and develop skills in innovative thinking, considering both inside and outside a corporate frame.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  No previous studies needed and no binding connections to other courses

  Contents

  • The characteristics of an entrepreneur and intrapreneur
  • Analysis of business environment with emphasis on aviation
  • Introduction to forms of business in Finland
  • Process of founding a business
  • Making a business plan/business model
  • Permits/legal issues/investment
  • Pitching own business idea
  • Business model canvas and its components

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Grade 1
  The student’s understanding of entrepreneurship key concepts is limited. Student’s level of skill in developing and in establishing a business, is below average. Her’s/his’ knowledge about the basic theoretical frameworks and business model is below average. Student’s attitude towards learning through participation in teamwork and conducting assignments, is below average. Her/his capability to analyze organizational practices that facilitate different types of businesses is limited.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Grade 3
  The student has good entrepreneurial skills and understands components of establishing own business.
  S/he has a good knowledge of the basic theoretical frameworks and business model which is necessary in business set up. S/he has a good attitude towards learning through participation in teamwork and conducting assignments. S/he has a good self- and group critical thinking. S/he can objectively measure the success of business.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5
  The student has excellent entrepreneurial skills in developing and in establishing both an innovative and viable business. S/he has excellent knowledge about the theoretical frameworks, business models and its application in practice. S/he has an excellent attitude towards learning through self-initiative and continuous and supportive participation in teamwork and in conducting assignments. S/he has an excellent measurements skills and analyses of business success.

  Further information

  This course might involve a project work commissioned by an external company.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

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

  Teachers

  Thomas Sundman

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB1CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Aviation Business Environment 1 OPE1AB101-3012 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB1CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module is a part of basic studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum and advances the understanding of the operational environment (for example stakeholders and ecosystem) within the aviation industry. The module advances also the value chain understanding, understanding basic functions of macroeconomics and global mindset.
  
  There are also other parallel implementations of this module with the same objectives yet with a different industry specific focus.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module has no prerequisites. This module is offered at the first semester.

  Contents

  Analysis of the operational environment and the stakeholders within the aviation industry
  Basics of macro and microeconomics
  Ecosystem, megatrends
  Regulation
  History of Aviation
  Future of Aviation
  Sustainability
  Digitalization

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Grade 1
  The student has some understanding of the concept and the terminology of the operational environment. S/he uses only a few sources and needs assistance to find relevant information. S/he finds it challenging to analyse the operational environment. S/he is able to choose and use some research and development methods as well as digital tools when aided and guided by others. S/he can identify a few stakeholders and networks in both domestic and international markets. The student finds it challenging to work in an international team and/or global context. 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 3

  Grade 3
  The student understands and is able to define the concept and the terminology of the operational environment. S/he is able to search for relevant sources and use them independently. S/he is able to analyse the operational environment by choosing and using research and development methods as well as digital tools. S/he can identify and analyse the core stakeholders and networks in both domestic and international markets. The student is able to work in an international team and/or global context. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available. The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5
  The student understands and is able to define the concept and the terminology of the operational environment. S/he is able to search for relevant information actively and independently from versatile sources. The student is able to assess the reliability of the sources and use them with skill. S/he is able to analyse the operational environment by choosing and using relevant research and development methods as well as digital tools. S/he can identify and analyse the core stakeholders and networks in both domestic and international markets. The student works extraordinary well in an international team and/or global context. The student participates proactively and with goal-orientation in the project planning, implementation and evaluation. The student is able to operate proactively with an entrepreneurial mindset.

  Further information

  RECOGNISING AND VALIDATING PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)
  If students have acquired the required competence in previous work tasks, recreational activities or in other studies, they can show the competence with a demonstration and progress faster through their studies. More information can be asked from the instructor.
  
  CONNECTIONS TO BUSINESS LIFE
  Company visits, guest lecturers and workshops in cooperation with different companies and organisations.
  
  INTERNATIONALITY
  Possibility to work with international teams and instructors. Guest lecturers from international organisations and partner universities. International learning materials.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

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

  Teachers

  Heini Noronen-Juhola

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB1CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     CQ Thesis 2024-25 THE7HH801-3062 21.10.2024-31.07.2025  5 cr  (AB5CQ, ...) +-
  Learning objectives

  Upon completion of the module, the student is able to
  
  • Know different stages of the thesis process
  • Know the aim of her/his thesis
  • Search for information in a variety of reliable sources.
  • Define the key concepts of her/his thesis.
  • Create a realistic schedule for her/his thesis
  • Know requirements and the basic structure of the thesis.
  • plan a research-based development project outline.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Studies specified by the degree.

  Contents

  • Thesis at Haaga-Helia
  • Thesis process and progress in Wihi
  • Student’s role and responsibilities during the thesis process
  • Confidentiality in theses
  • Content and extent of the thesis
  • Content and extent of a research-based development project
  • Source information search, reliable information and critical evaluation of them.
  • Formal referencing
  • Selection criteria for research and innovation methods
  • Thesis reporting according to Haaga-Helia reporting guidelines
  • Self management during the thesis process.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  See thesis assessment criteria in haaga-helia.fi

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  - Thesis page on haaga-helia.fi
  -Handouts in Moodle

  Teachers

  Thomas Sundman, Ari Soinola, Heini Noronen-Juhola

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment

  20.10.2024 - 20.10.2024

  Groups

  • AB5CQ
  • AB6CQ

  Seats

  15 - 100

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Bachelor of Business Administration (ENG)

•     Customer Competence in Aviation Business 2 SAL1AB102-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB3CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module is a part of basic studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum and advances the following competences: e.g., customer understanding and service, understanding how to find and maintaining customers, customer lifecycle, customer analysis, focus on customer experience within the aviation industry. The module advances also communication and argumentation, active listening and rapport building and skillful communication. There are also other parallel implementations of this module with the same objectives yet with a different industry specific focus.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module has no prerequisites. This module is linked with all the level 1 modules of the Campus 2017 curriculum. This module, offered in Semester 1, is part 1 of the upcoming module, offered in Semester 2, with the similar name. The module contents will be implemented through semester projects.

  Contents

  • Customer understanding (1st-2nd semester)
  • Tools to identify customer needs and expectations (1st-2nd semester)
  • Consumer behaviour (1st-2nd semester)
  • Customer journey (1st-2nd semester)
  • Customer experience management (1st-2nd semester)
  • Sales and marketing communication (with an aviation industry specific approach) (2nd semester)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student understands 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 experience. The student is able to use different sales and marketing communication channels only with assistance. 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 3

  The student understands how to find and maintain customers 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 experience. The student has a rather good ability to use different sales and marketing communication channels. S/he is able display some level of customer orientation. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available. The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student understands how to find and maintain customers 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 experience. S/he is able to use different sales and marketing communication channels. 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.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

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

  Teachers

  Jemina Kinnari

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB3CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     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 - 60

  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

•     Leading Human Resources in Aviation Business LEA2AB201-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB3CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  As a result of the studies, the student will learn about self-leadership and essential leadership skills in work surroundings and utilize the dynamics of excellent teamwork leadership principles in practice. The student knows the company's personnel sector with all its functions and can communicate skillfully in the work community. The student can also use appropriate problem and conflict resolution skills and identify their own and the team's potential and development opportunities. Motivation theories are included in the learning objectives of this course. The goal of this course is also for the student to learn to advance their team to effective performance, take advantage of opportunities, and take flexible roles to promote team effectiveness.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Starting level and linkage with other courses:
  Self and Team Leadership 1 and 2 are prerequisites, module is linked to other modules through projects and continues as Developing Human Resources in semester 4 with a developmental focus.

  Contents

  Contents:
  - Human resource management in a company
  - Well-functioning workplace
  - Basics of Great Leadership
  - Performance management and development
  - Team building, diversity, and teaming games
  - Recruitment process in a company
  - Outsourcing and other challenges in recruiting
  - How to make an application and an impressive cv
  - Interviews and practices
  - Motivation and motivational theories
  - Motivation in a workplace
  - Employee experience and leadership
  - Leadership communication
  - Conflict resolution
  - Internal communication and practices

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Moderate level of understanding dynamics of teamwork and leadership and practicing them
  Moderate level of commitment to teamwork and contribution to outcomes
  Moderate level of demonstration of self and team leadership skills
  Some recognition of challenges of the team and teamwork and suggestion for improvement in modest level.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  A clear understanding of the theories and practicing of effective teamwork and leadership
  Good level of analysis and understanding of situational factors ineffective team leadership and their impact on organizations
  Good understanding of different roles in teamwork and practicing these roles appropriately and actively
  Recognition of team strengths and weaknesses of the team and having solution-oriented approach to challenges

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Excellent understanding of the theories and practicing of effective teamwork and leadership
  Excellent level of analysis and understanding of situational factors ineffective team leadership and their impact on organizations
  Excellent ability to take different roles in teamwork to advance goal achievement with a consideration to both organizational and individual goals
  Encouraging and supporting creativity and development of team members in a perfect balance
  Ability to change leadership and communication styles for different situations and do it in a constructive and motivating approach
  Able to inspire and motivate team members to reach the common goals

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Foot, M. & Hook, C. 2011. Introducing Human Resource Management. Prentice Hall
  
  Beardwell, J. & Claydon T. 2010. Human Resource Management. A contemporary approach. Prentice Hall
  
  Barrett, D. 2014. Leadership Communication. McGraw-Hill education.
  
  Waite, K., Beevers K., Small, N., Tomlinson, K. & Hussain S. 2021. People Practice. A Complete Guide. Kogan Page
  
  Other literature provided by the teacher during the lessons
  
  Books on the content topics
  
  E-books and online articles
  
  Online tutorials
  
  Companies’ web-portals
  
  Industry-related reports and statistics
  
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  
  Social networking tools

  Teachers

  Hanna Siltakorpi

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB3CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Leading Sales and Business Development LEA2AB221-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  10 cr  (AB5CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The module advances the following competences: leadership and management of sales teams, relationship building, sustainable value creation, strategy development. Moreover, the module advances ability to successfully set up and implement your own sales project.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  Students have completed the basic studies. The module is a part of professional studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum.

  Contents

  The module has four components:
  
  Opportunity identification
  Leading and managing sales teams
  Sales negotiations
  Business Development (Research/Benchmarking/ Implementation)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The students finds it difficult to analyse the business environment to identify business opportunities in the market. With help the student can identify and develop solution to customer needs. S/he can plan and manage a sales process on a real-life project on a basic level. The student has some insight in using suitable sales management tools and leading a team to success. S/he has basic negotiation and communication skills. The student is able to work as a member of a sales team and contribute to the overall results with guidance.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student can analyse the business environment to identify business opportunities in the market. The student can use the right tools to identify customer needs and develop solutions for the customers. S/he knows how to manage a sales process on a real-life project. The student has good insight in using suitable sales management tools and leading a team to success. S/he shows good negotiation and communications skills. S/he can work responsibly as a team member and shows initiative in reaching the common goal efficiently. S/he displays a broad range of work-life related competences.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student can analyse the business environment to identify business opportunities in the market in a professional manner. The student professionally uses the right tools to identify customer needs and develop solutions for the customers. S/he has very good command of how to manage a sales process on a real-life project. The student has excellent insight in using suitable sales management tools and shows great input for leading the team to success. S/he shows excellent negotiation and communications skills. S/he has professional skills to work as a team member and shows extraordinary initiative in reaching the common goal. S/he displays a broad range of work-life related competences and makes efficient use of them.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Butler, David, 2012, Business Devlopment: A Guide to Small Business Strategy. Butterworth & Heineman.
  
  English W. J., Moate, B., 2009, Discovering New Business Opportunities. Allen & Unwin.
  
  Jobber, D., Lancaster, G.,2009, Selling and Sales Management. Pearson.
  
  Reed, W., 2011, Selling For the Long Run. MacGrawHill.
  
  Cron, William L., 2010, Sales management: concepts and cases. Wiley.
  
  Tanner, J., Honeycutt, E.,D. & Erffmeyer, R., C. 2009. Sales Management. Shaping Future Sales Leaders. Wessex. Press.
  
  Gosselin, T, 2007, Practical Negotiating; tools, tactics and techniques, John Wiley & Sons, NJ.
  Mayer, Robert, 2006, How to Win Any Negotiation. Career Press, NJ.
  
  E-Materials: Futrell, Charles M. Sales Management. Teamwork, Leadership and Technology
  
  Materials provided by the teachers and students

  Teachers

  Ari Soinola

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB5CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 10 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Learning Camp 1 – Learn to learn INS1PO101-3044 14.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB1CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  This is the very first module that the students have in their studies
  It is common for all the degree programmes and it’s taught in English
  It enhances the following competences of the competence based curriculum:
  • goal orientation • integrity and responsible behavior • understanding of different learning styles • agile and professional attitude
  • self reflection skills and critical thinking • cultural awareness / global mindset • expressing oneself, listening and understanding others

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module is aimed for the beginning of the studies being the very first module of studies. Hence it has no prerequisites.

  Contents

  • inquiry learning strategies
  • setting goals and milestones
  • group activities with group dynamics elements
  • orientation to ICT-tools and digital platforms of Porvoo Campus
  • Haaga-Helia guidelines for writing reports
  • business etiquette and ethics of Porvoo Campus
  • global mindset

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  The student is able to set personal goals to be followed and reflected upon incoming camps with guidance. S/he has a rather limited picture of the upcoming studies and her/his ability to work in an international environment. The student has a limited understanding of the Porvoo Campus learning culture and methods. S/he has difficulties in using the basic tools and platforms needed in studies. The student has difficulties with expressing oneself and understanding others. The student has a very limited ability to analyse and reflect upon him/herself as a learner. S/he displays some ability to plan the following semester together with peers and supervisors. The student is able to evaluate earlier plans and make some adjustments only when offered external assistance and support. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation with a minimal input. The student requires extra support from peers and supervisors in order to complete tasks.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  The student is able to set a few personal goals to be followed and reflected upon incoming camps. S/he has a rather good picture of the upcoming studies and is able to work in an international environment. The student understands the Porvoo Campus learning culture and methods rather well. S/he is able to use the basic tools and platforms needed in studies. The student is able to express oneself and understand others. The student is able to analyse and reflect upon him/herself as a learner. S/he is able to plan the following semester together with peers and supervisors. The student is able to evaluate earlier plans and make some adjustments. The student participates in the project planning, implementation and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available.The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  The student is able to set personal goals to be followed and reflected upon incoming camps. S/he has a clear picture of upcoming studies and working in an international environment. The student understands the Porvoo Campus learning culture and methods. S/he is able to use the basic tools and platforms needed in studies. The student is able to express oneself and understand others. The student has an excellent ability to analyse and reflect upon him/herself as a learner. S/he is able to plan and contribute towards the following semester together with peers and supervisors. The student is able to evaluate earlier plans and make adjustments. The student participates proactively and with goal-orientation in the project planning, implementation and evaluation. The student is able display a goal-oriented mindset and professional attitude.

  Further information

  Responsible teachers:
  Mari Austin
  Maria Ruohtula

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  The learning materials are e.g.:
  Books on the content topics
  E-books and online articles
  Online tutorials
  Companies’ web-portals
  Industry related reports and statistics
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  Social networking tools
  Exercises, tests
  Teacher's materials, materials prodused by students

  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB1CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Learning Camp 3 – Service design INS2PO201-3028 14.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB3CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The goal of this module is to learn 21st century skills: collaboration, critical thinking and complex problem-solving, creativity and communication. - through Google Design Sprint
  
  The module advances the following competences: ability to use relevant development methods, critical approach to information and sources, financial and trend analysis, problem-solving skills, communication and argumentation, ethical thinking, self-reflection skills and presentation skills and savvy use of digital tools.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module is closely linked with the other learning camps and modules throughout the studies.

  Contents

  stages of development process
  development methods
  digital tools and methods for data collection and analysis
  professional communication
  academic writing and reporting
  personal study coaching

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

  Grade 1
  The student has a vague picture of the different stages of a development process and is able to plan and implement the process with guidance. S/he has a limited understanding of the characteristics and usability of different development methods. The student is able to choose the relevant method for the task at hand and justify the reasoning for the selection only when aided by others. S/he has difficulties in using the digital tools needed for data collection and analysis. The student has a limited aility to communicate the results of the development process to the commissioner and other relevant audiences. S/he participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation with a minimal input. The student requires extra support from peers and supervisors in order to complete tasks. S/he needs encouragement and external support to start the thesis process.

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

  Grade 3
  The student has a fairly clear picture of the different stages of a development process and is able to plan and implement the process quite well. S/he understands the characteristics and usability of different development methods rather well. The student is able to choose the relevant method for the task at hand and justify the reasoning for the selection to some extent. S/he has a relatively good ability to use the digital tools needed for data collection and analysis. The student is able to communicate the results of the development process quite effectively to the commissioner and other relevant audiences. The student participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available. S/he displays an ability to start the thesis process. The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

  Grade 5
  The student has a clear picture of the different stages of a development process and is able to plan and implement the process exceptionally well. S/he understands the characteristics and usability of different development methods. The student is able to choose the relevant method for the task at hand and justify the reasoning for the selection. S/he has an excellent ability to use the digital tools needed for data collection and analysis. The student is able to communicate the results of the development process effectively to the commissioner and other relevant audiences. S/he participates proactively in the planning, implementation and evaluation. The student displays a goal-oriented mindset and professional attitude as well as a clear orientation towards starting the thesis process.

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Knapp, Jake, John Zeratsky, and Braden Kowitz. Sprint: How to solve big problems and test new ideas in just five days. Simon and Schuster, 2016.
  
  Books/E-books and online on the content topics
  Companies’ web-portals
  Industry related reports and statistics
  Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
  Social networking tools
  
  Material provided by the instructors and materials produced by students.

  Teachers

  Annika Konttinen, Niina Moilanen

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  14.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB3CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Self and Team Leadership 1 LEA1AB101-3011 21.10.2024-13.12.2024  5 cr  (AB3CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

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

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The module has no prerequisites. This module is linked with all the level 1 modules of the Campus 2017 curriculum. This module, offered in Semester 1, is part 1 of the upcoming module, offered in Semester 2, with the similar name. The module contents will be implemented through semester projects.

  Contents

  team work and team building (1st and 2nd semester)
  multiculturalism (1st and 2nd semester)
  time management (1st and 2nd semester)
  professional communication and ICT tools (1st and 2nd semester)
  project management (1st and 2nd semester)
  self-reflection (1st and 2nd semester)
  feedback (1st and 2nd semester)
  networking (1st and 2nd semester)
  employability and employment opportunities (2nd semester)
  personal branding and social media presence (2nd semester)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria - grade 1

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

  Assessment criteria - grade 3

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

  Assessment criteria - grade 5

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

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  Learning material and recommended literature

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

  Teachers

  Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

  Groups

  • AB3CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 5 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

•     Work Placement PLA6PO104-3010 21.10.2024-16.05.2025  30 cr  (AB5CQ) +-
  Learning objectives

  The students learn to develop their professional skills and to link their academic studies with real-life work practices and is able to evaluate and develop their workplace environment. Work placement is assessed as pass (H=accepted) or fail. Please see MyNet for further information.

  Starting level and linkage with other courses

  The student has successfully completed 120 ECTS.

  Contents

  Work placement period is one uninterrupted period or several shorter ones. Work placement can be full-time or part-time work with a minimum of 20 h/week. A students submits a written work placement notification (application) to the work placement coordinator. Work placement comprises the following:
  • Participation in a placement info meeting before work placement.
  • Contact with the work placement advisor (lecturer) before and during the placement.
  • Placement period in an approved company or organization.
  • Keeping a learning log.
  • Submitting a written or an oral placement report with the required attachments and submitting the required documents to the advisor.
  • Giving feedback on the learning platform or submitting a Work Placement Abroad –student report

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  Learning material and recommended literature

  Liisa Wallenius, placement abroad
  Leena Törmälä, placement in Finland

  Teachers

  Hanna Siltakorpi

  Campus

  Chongqing

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 16.05.2025

  Groups

  • AB5CQ

  Seats

  15 - 60

  Degree Programme

  ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

  Evaluation scale

  H-5

  Credits

  • 30 cr

  Unit

  Commercial and International Services​​ Commercial

Academic year 2025 - 2026

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.