Study Guide

Objective

The students extend their understanding of business vocabulary and concepts. They learn to recognize differences in professional language in varied oral and written working-life situations. The students can read and understand different kinds of business-related texts. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1–B1.2 (CEFR).

Content

The course discusses Finnish companies and organizations and their operations. The course also expands the students’ business vocabulary and lets the students practice the Finnish language in different situations. The course introduces the main differences between written and spoken language, and some characteristics of professional business Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1-2
Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

3-4
Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

5
Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.