Skip to main content

Business and Finnish as a second language 1 (B1)Laajuus (5 cr)

Code: VA00DM67

Credits

5 op

Objective

The students understand the basics of doing business in Finland, and they recognize and know how to use key business concepts. The students learn to search for information from Finnish language sources and share their learning outcomes with other students. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

Content

The course introduces key concepts and information sources used in business. The course gives students basic information about companies and organizations and about the role authorities have in the Finnish business life. The course also introduces business-related vocabulary and key grammatical structures in the Finnish language.

Qualifications

B1-tason suomen kielen taidot

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.