•   Aviation Business Environment 2 OPE1AB102-3008 22.08.2022-16.12.2022  5   (CONTACT, ...) +-
    Learning objectives
    The module is a part of basic studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum and advances the following competences: e.g., understanding of operational environment (e.g. stakeholders and networks) within the aviation industry. Furthermore, applying law and regulations to common situations in aviation. The module advances also 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 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
    Analysis of the operational environment within the aviation industry (1st and 2nd semester)
    Basics of macro and microeconomics (1st and 2nd semester)
    Legal environment (2nd semester)
    Digital environment (1st and 2nd semester)
    Core actors, organisations and networks operating in local, domestic and international markets with emphasis on the aviation industry (1st and 2nd semester)
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - 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
    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 advice available. The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.
    Assessment criteria - 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.

    Teaching methods and instruction

    LEARNING METHODS
    All competences are implemented in learning activities jointly with other modules. The methods used in the learning activities can be:

    Inquiry learning
    Projects
    Peer-to-peer learning
    Tutorials
    Debates
    Study tours and company visits
    Lectures and workshops
    Independent study and teamwork
    The assessment of one’s own learning

    Learning material and recommended literature

    LEARNING MATERIALS
    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.
    Project-based learning; inquiry learning; portfolio; lectures; workshops; councelling; discussion; debate; presentation sessions.

    Working life connections

    CONNECTIONS TO BUSINESS LIFE Company cooperation - projects, guest lecturers and workshops in cooperation with different companies and organizations.

    Campus

    Porvoo Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    TBA

    Teaching language

    English

    Internationality

    INTERNATIONALITY
    Possibility to work with international teams and instructors. Guest lecturers from international organisations and partner universities. International learning materials.

    Timing

    22.08.2022 - 16.12.2022

    Learning assignments

    MODULE ASSIGNMENTS Students will perform a number of assignments for the module. The nature, scope, and sequence of the assignments proposed above could allow for variation, if necessary. More instructions will be given during the module.

    Enrollment

    13.06.2022 - 19.08.2022

    Content scheduling

    The exact time-tables and classrooms for each week could be adjusted continuously. Students are advised to consult their instructor if in doubt.

    The implementation is divided into two parts. Heini Noronen-Juhola will be teaching industry related topics. Pia Vapaavuori will be teaching legal topics.

    The more precise schedules and plans will be presented during the first lectures and in the Moodle.

    Groups
    • CONTACT
    • AB2
    Alternative learning methods

    This must be discussed with the teacher

    Assessment criteria

    Feedback
    This module has been developed for Haaga-Helia’s teaching environment based on the methods of inquiry learning and project-based learning. The feedback and results of the staff’s planning meetings have been used when establishing contents and implementation.

    Teachers

    Pia Vapaavuori, Heini Noronen-Juhola

    Seats

    15 - 40

    Further information

    Assignments

    Degree Programme

    ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

    R&D proportion

    0.00 cr

    Virtual proportion

    0.00 cr

    Evaluation scale

    H-5