Finnish Culture and Society (5cr)
Course unit code: 3B00HK70
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- English
- Responsible person
- Syed Mubaraz
Objectives
This course helps international business students understand life in Finland, including Finnish society, history, laws, and education. It also gives useful information about living and working in Finland to support future study and work.
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify key features of the Finnish way of living including the structure of society, culture, and values
2. Explore the role and opportunities of international talents in the Finnish working life
3. Outline the regional characteristics and special features of the Tampere area
4. Reflect on how societal and cultural aspects influence everyday life and working in Finland
Content
Finnish way of living, culture and values
Features of the Finnish society, such as education system, equality, and social welfare
Characteristics of Tampere region
Working in Finland as an international talent