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Forestry in Russia (5 cr)

Code: ME00AE58-3001

General information


Enrollment

15.08.2019 - 30.08.2019

Timing

01.01.2019 - 31.12.2019

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

1 op

Mode of delivery

80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning

Campus

Mikkeli Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

10 - 12

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Forestry

Teachers

  • Kirsi Itkonen

Teacher in charge

Kirsi Itkonen

Groups

  • MEMI17SPB
  • MEMI17SPA

Objective

You are familiar with the special features ofRussian forestry and forest industry.  You are able to define the special features of the Northwest Russian business environment. You understand the significance of Russia as a trade partner to Finland. You are able to cooperate internationally.

Content

What are Russian forest resources, forest ownershipand forest administration like?  What is the structure of Russian forest industry like? What kind of possibilities and challenges are there inthe Northwest Russia for forest sector entrepreneurship?  What is the significance of Russia as an export country ofFinnish forest industry products and as a raw wood importer?  How do I cooperate in an international group?

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students can:a. use professional vocabulary and concepts proficiently in international cooperation. b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.f.work as team members in a goal-oriented way.

Qualifications

Attending the course requires completing the courseProfessional English.