Macroeconomics in a Globalised World (5 cr)

Code: BUS8PO807-3005

Basic information of implementation


Enrollment
14.04.2021 - 21.05.2021
Enrolment for the implementation has ended.
Timing
24.05.2021 - 31.07.2021
Implementation has ended.
ECTS Credits
5 cr
Campus
Porvoo Campus
Teaching languages
English
Seats
15 - 40
Degree programmes
ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business
SAMPO Degree Programme in International Sales and Marketing
TEMPO Degree Programme in Tourism Event and Management
Teachers
Evariste Habiyakare
Groups
PO8
Porvoo Free Choice Studies
KESÄ2021
KESÄ2021 Kesäopinnot 2021
ONLINE
Online implementation
Course
BUS8PO807

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

There will be contact lessons via Zoom on the following times:
18.05.2021 at 10:00 - 14:00
25.05.2021 at 10:00 - 14:00
15.06.2021 at 10:00 - 14:00
Otherwise there will be independent study and assignments, the assignments will be provided in the Moodle platform. You will have time to complete the assignments until the end of July, 2021.

Materials

Will be given later

Teaching methods and instruction

This course will be offered online and will focus on the basic terminology of macroeconomics. Participants will be introduced to different economic factors and their interdependence within a globalized world.
After completion, participants are able to conduct basic macroeconomic analyses and are able to interpret macroeconomic indicators.
Participants will learn through reading, discussions, presentations and written assignments

Working life connections

By understanding the macroeconomic environment businesses are operating in, they may adjust their business operation accordingly. This course offers opportunities for reflection and for connecting the impact of external environment on businesses.
With COVID-19 many businesses have suffered due to externalities and there is a need to understand analyze their responses and strategies.

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

There will be no written exam

Participants will be given assignments which will be completed toward the end of July 2021.

Internationality

Participants come from different countries. In addition, both literature and cases have an international character.

Completion alternatives

It is possible to demonstrate prior learning and competences to acquire credits
Those interested should discuss with the teacher

Learning assignments

There will be two assignments one in group and one as individual assignment
Details will be provided later

Assessment methods

Participation and activity 20%
Presentations and discussion 20%
Written assignments 60%

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