Start to Finnish labour market and working culture (1 cr)

Objective

Prepare for the future by deepening your understanding of the Finnish work environment.

Content

Finnish”. This self-learning experience is designed for international students eager to understand the nuances of the culture, practices, and legislation of working in Finland. Flexible learning that fits around your schedule, accessible anywhere with an internet connection. Certificate of completion, showcasing your initiative and willingness to learn beyond the traditional curriculum.

Evaluation

Certificate of completion, showcasing your initiative and willingness to learn beyond the traditional curriculum.

Course material

The course materials are available in an online platform where you will move forward at your own pace. You will have access to the materials for the duration of your studies or as long as your study institution is in cooperation with Akava.

Study forms and methods

The course is organized entirely online, and there are no joint lectures during the course.

Student workload

Completing the course requires approximately 20-25 hours of work.

Course part description

The course structure consists of the following learning modules:
- Features of Finnish Society – orientation module
- When looking for work -module
- When starting work –module
- When working -module
- When work ends -module

Each learning module includes 5 or 6 chapters

Further information

You can be at any stage of your Bachelor’s or Master’s studies to participate in the course. Participants only need an internet connection, a mobile device or computer access, and interest in learning more about Finnish working life.

The course is moderated and designed by Akava, the Confederation of Unions for Professional and Managerial Staff in Finland, in co-operation with universities and universities of applied sciences across the country. For additional questions, please contact the course admin Jutta Linna (jutta.linna@akava.fi).

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment methods and criteria

To receive a certificate of completion from the course, you will need to complete the following tasks:
- Read through all the content of the course
- Complete mandatory Your turn -tasks in each module
- Reflect on what you have learned at the end of each module
- Complete the course feedback

Further information

The course is moderated and designed by Akava, the Confederation of Unions for Professional and Managerial Staff in Finland, in co-operation with universities and universities of applied sciences across the country. For additional questions, please contact the course admin Jutta Linna (jutta.linna@akava.fi).