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
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PO8Porvoo Free Choice Studies
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KESÄ2021KESÄ2021 Kesäopinnot 2021
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ONLINEOnline 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%