Discover Your Career Path in Finland (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

On completion of this intensive 3AMK (3UAS) course the student will: • know the structures and principles of Finnish working life and labor market • develop the ability to analyze job advertisements and identify their potential within the job description • recognize and narrate their own strengths and confidently articulate them when seeking employment • learn to build new networks to benefit their job search and future career path

Content

The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully. • visit to workplace, organization or recruitment event • using AI in job search • understanding the job advertisement and how to tailor your job applications to it • learn how to use networking to find jobs • create an appealing CV and cover letter • independent work in the digital learning environment on e-learning content • active discussions in the discussion area • writing the final report and completing learning tasks The course consists independent study and work online as well as workshops and lectures during the intensive week. Students will also create a CV with the help of AI, design their future career and present it to classmates.

Teaching methods

Are you new to the job market in Finland? Are you struggling to find a work placement or a job in Finland? Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of the job market and learn how to effectively interpret job postings before applying for a specific position? Entering the Finnish job market may be different than what you are used to in another country. This course focuses on familiarizing students with the specific requirements of the Finnish job market and the analytical skills needed for applying for jobs in a new culture and society. The course contains individual tasks online and compulsory participation on the workshops during the intensive week. In addition, students will utilize digital tools and platforms to create their CV, cover letter, and gain tips for their job search. It is essential for students to have a solid grasp of technology to study the course successfully. This course will be assessed by completing all assigned learning tasks and attending our face-to-face sessions at the Haaga-Helia Pasila campus during intensive week 42. Join the Discover your own career path- course designed for international students organized by 3AMK and get ready to embark on an exciting job search journey. Discover job opportunities that align with your personal values and gain the confidence to a job hunting by understanding the intricacies of the

Content scheduling

Kick-off: 27th of August at 15:00-17:30 on Haaga-Helia Pasila Campus, address: Ratapihantie 13, Helsinki. Participation on the kick-off in person is obligatory. Independent work in Moodle: 28th August-11th of October Intensive week: Workshops in Haaga-Helia Pasila campus on Mon, Wed and Fri during week 42 (14th – 18th of October), participation is obligatory. Visit to a company, organization, recruitment event: Will be announced later. Learning platform: Haaga-Helia Moodle. Login with Haaga-Helia credentials. In case you don't have an active HH account, you will receive one after the enrollment period has ended. Teachers Jemina Kinnari, Eszter Pienluoto (Haaga-Helia), Sanna Penttinen (Laurea) & Anu Luoma (Metropolia)

Evaluation scale

H-5