English for Management (5 cr)

Objective

Upon completion of the course students will be able to use English for effective oral and written managerial communication in different professional interaction situations ethically and be familiar with terminology pertaining to HR administration and management. Student be able to construct effective and justified arguments also in the most challenging interaction situations, be able to adjust their communication style and choose the right communication channel according to the target group and the situation. Student can apply acquired knowledge and communication style in an international and multicultural project.

Content

- Field-related vocabulary
- Essential text types for management work
- Working in an international environment

Materials

Material provided by the lecturer

Teaching methods

Individual and group work
Activating lecture
Virtual assignments

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

N/A

International connections

International Project Week IPW (2 credits)

Completion alternatives

N/A

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student is able to analyze the business sector expertise and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment methods and criteria

Individual written assignments 35 %
Group presentation / webinar 35 %
Activating lectures / Guest lecture 20%
Attendance 10%

Qualifications

Business Communication in English or equivalent competences