Spain as a Business AreaLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

- To give basic understanding of Spanish history, economy and background
- To introduce what has influenced Spanish culture and how it has effected Spanish corporate culture, and to recognize importance of culture when doing business in Spain
- To provide deeper understanding how to do business successfully with Spaniards and Spanish companies

Content

- Spain facts and history
- Spanish culture
- Corporate culture in Spain
- Business etiquette and negotiations
- Political framework
- Legal framework
- Economic overview
- Spain as a Business Area
- Case studies

Qualifications

Other qualifications
Course is taught in English so fluency in English is required.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient performance:  showing just enough understanding of the subject to merit a pass grade but requiring greater effort to achieve a more satisfactory result

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good performance: showing strong understanding of basic concepts and good grasp of techniques, but with certain minor problems still requiring further attention

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent performance: not only fulfils all standard requirements but demonstrates originality and imagination