International Market Entry ProjectLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: 3B00GP35
Credits
5 op
Objectives
The course aims to provide basic knowledge and understanding of new target market entry project and importance of an effective multicultural team.
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
• search for and evaluate information on a new target market.
• analyze macro- and micro-environment in a target country.
• apply knowledge of the market analysis to help the case company with their internationalization plans.
• work effectively in a multicultural team.
Content
The contents include the followings:
• Market analysis
• Market entry modes and approaches
• Company internationalization plan
• Basic research skills
Prerequisites
None.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market. They are familiar with principles of market analysis and main market entry modes. Students can work in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes and can apply them to the case company project. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They thoroughly understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes. They can create viable recommendations for the case company’s internationalization plan. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team and foster team spirit and multicultural understanding.
Further information
Implementation plan.
Enrolment period
02.12.2024 - 14.03.2025
Timing
06.03.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Business
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Elena Grigorova
- Mark Curcher
Person in charge
Elena Grigorova
Groups
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24IB1International Business, syksy 2024, 1-ryhmä
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24IB2International Business, syksy 2024, 2-ryhmä
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24IB3International Business, syksy 2024, 3-ryhmä
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24IB4International Business, syksy 2024, 4-ryhmä
Objectives (course unit)
The course aims to provide basic knowledge and understanding of new target market entry project and importance of an effective multicultural team.
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
• search for and evaluate information on a new target market.
• analyze macro- and micro-environment in a target country.
• apply knowledge of the market analysis to help the case company with their internationalization plans.
• work effectively in a multicultural team.
Content (course unit)
The contents include the followings:
• Market analysis
• Market entry modes and approaches
• Company internationalization plan
• Basic research skills
Prerequisites (course unit)
None.
Further information (course unit)
Implementation plan.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market. They are familiar with principles of market analysis and main market entry modes. Students can work in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes and can apply them to the case company project. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They thoroughly understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes. They can create viable recommendations for the case company’s internationalization plan. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team and foster team spirit and multicultural understanding.
Location and time
On campus according to the timetable
Exam schedules
See Methods and Grounds for Evaluation
Assessment methods and criteria
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
The assessment is based on successful completion of the following tasks and assignments:
• project for a commissioning company (report + presentation)
• written exam in TUNI Exam
• course participation.
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Attendance - (Pass/Fail)
• Completion of tasks during the course (Pass/Fail)
• Individual Online Exam
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
Lectures, group work, independent study, research, project work
Learning materials
Materials in Moodle
Student workload
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
Total hours: 3 cr x 27 h = 81 h including:
• contact lessons 21 hours (7 x 3 h)
• independent study and research 60 hours
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
Total hours: 2 cr x 27 h = 54 h including:
• contact lessons 18 hours (6 x 3 h)
• independent study, up to 36 hours
Content scheduling
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
• Sources of information for international market analysis
• Foreign market selection criteria
• External business environment (PESTEL analysis of a given market)
• Entry modes to a foreign market
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Introduction, context and brief history of macroeconomics
• Macroeconomic objectives and metrics
• Macroeconomic policies - Fiscal and Monetary
• Money and wealth
Completion alternatives
If a student has completed corresponding studies at another university or university of applied sciences, the student may apply for credit transfer through HyväHot / CreTa system.
Such cases have to be discussed with the course teacher at the beginning of the course, and students may be required to complete additional assignments to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
Practical training and working life cooperation
The main project for Market Entry course is carried out in cooperation with a commissioner (Finnish company).
The Macroeconomics course ia an applied course and is grounded in real life, authentic examples.
Further information
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
• Mandatory attendance - 80%
• Active participation in group work
• Research skills
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Obligatory attendance - 80%
• Active participation and engagement with course materials
Enrolment period
02.12.2024 - 14.03.2025
Timing
06.03.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Business
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Elena Grigorova
- Mark Curcher
Person in charge
Elena Grigorova
Groups
-
24IB5International Business, syksy 2024, 5-ryhmä
-
24IB6International Business, syksy 2024, 6-ryhmä
-
24IB7International Business, syksy 2024, 7-ryhmä
-
24IB8International Business, syksy 2024, 8-ryhmä
Objectives (course unit)
The course aims to provide basic knowledge and understanding of new target market entry project and importance of an effective multicultural team.
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
• search for and evaluate information on a new target market.
• analyze macro- and micro-environment in a target country.
• apply knowledge of the market analysis to help the case company with their internationalization plans.
• work effectively in a multicultural team.
Content (course unit)
The contents include the followings:
• Market analysis
• Market entry modes and approaches
• Company internationalization plan
• Basic research skills
Prerequisites (course unit)
None.
Further information (course unit)
Implementation plan.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market. They are familiar with principles of market analysis and main market entry modes. Students can work in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes and can apply them to the case company project. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
Students can search for relevant information on a target market and evaluate its validity and credibility. They thoroughly understand principles of market analysis and market entry modes. They can create viable recommendations for the case company’s internationalization plan. Students can work effectively in a multicultural team and foster team spirit and multicultural understanding.
Location and time
On campus according to the timetable
Exam schedules
See Methods and Grounds for Evaluation
Assessment methods and criteria
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
The assessment is based on successful completion of the following tasks and assignments:
• project for a commissioning company (report + presentation)
• written exam in TUNI Exam
• course participation.
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Attendance - (Pass/Fail)
• Completion of tasks during the course (Pass/Fail)
• Individual Online Exam
Assessment scale
0-5
Teaching methods
Lectures, group work, independent study, research, project work
Learning materials
Materials in Moodle
Student workload
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
Total hours: 3 cr x 27 h = 81 h including:
• contact lessons 21 hours (7 x 3 h)
• independent study and research 60 hours
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
Total hours: 2 cr x 27 h = 54 h including:
• contact lessons 18 hours (6 x 3 h)
• independent study, up to 36 hours
Content scheduling
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
• Sources of information for international market analysis
• Foreign market selection criteria
• External business environment (PESTEL analysis of a given market)
• Entry modes to a foreign market
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Introduction, context and brief history of macroeconomics
• Macroeconomic objectives and metrics
• Macroeconomic policies - Fiscal and Monetary
• Money and wealth
Completion alternatives
If a student has completed corresponding studies at another university or university of applied sciences, the student may apply for credit transfer through HyväHot / CreTa system.
Such cases have to be discussed with the course teacher at the beginning of the course, and students may be required to complete additional assignments to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
Practical training and working life cooperation
The main project for Market Entry course is carried out in cooperation with a commissioner (Finnish company).
The Macroeconomics course ia an applied course and is grounded in real life, authentic examples.
Further information
Market Entry Project (3 cr)
• Mandatory attendance - 80%
• Active participation in group work
• Research skills
Macroeconomics (2 cr)
• Obligatory attendance - 80%
• Active participation and engagement with course materials