Intermediate GermanLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

Having completed work on this module, students will have a good basic knowledge of the target language. In particular, students will
- be able to interact effectively and appropriately with customers in the target language
- be capable of obtaining information from various sources, and using it to solve work-related problems and to develop their professional expertise
- be able to build on the skills acquired in this module, so as to develop further their skills in the target language.

Aqcuired level of competence: B1-B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Content

The intermediate level is designed to provide students with communicative practice in natural and realistic work-related situations. The situations will vary according to the special characteristics of the target language. The principal topics and functions include e.g.:
- students practise presenting information about their educational background, their work experience and professional objectives.
- students practise giving information about one?s company and its products/services.
- students practise communicating with customers in speech and writing in an effective and appropriate manner (including e.g. telephone contacts, dealing with the common types of business letter, and communicating by e-mail.

Prerequisites

This course is aimed at students who have completed the polytecnic Basic course (marked with code N-KV586xx), or who have studied the target language for five years, equaling the Finnish high school level of B2 language course.

Further information

Literature: Study materials will be distributed during the course.

Teaching methods: The practice activities are based on interpersonal interaction, and promote the development of communicative competence face-to-face and in writing. Audio-visual on-line learning tools may also be used.

Language of tuition: Mainly in target language.

Year: Business Administration in Finnish: 2nd year of studies; International Business: 1st year of studies; Other degree programmes: no restrictions.