•   ICT Competencies ICB001HH1AE-3073 12.01.2026-13.03.2026  5   (ITE1PA2, ...) +-
    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.

    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 ITBBA degree (Business Information Technology). 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 Contact learning in class

    Learning material and recommended literature

    Course material will be published in Moodle-learning platform

    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

    Pasila Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    No exam, learning assignments instead.

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    12.01.2026 - 13.03.2026

    Learning assignments

    Three final learning assignments.

    Content scheduling

    Independent, self-study course. Student can schedule the assignments freely.

    Groups
    • ITE1PA2
    • CONTACT
    Alternative learning methods

    Demonstration course ICB001HH1AE-3065

    Teachers

    Hanna Mäenpää

    Seats

    15 - 45

    Degree Programme

    ITBBA Business Information Technology

    R&D proportion

    0.00 cr

    Virtual proportion

    0.00 cr

    Evaluation scale

    H-5