Skills and Competences for Working Life 1 (5cr)
Course unit code: H-P0105
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
Objectives
In this module, students will work in teams to develop in co-operation with other team members the skills and competences needed in working life. Students will become fully committed members of their own team, and will observe the various stages of the team-building process. Having completed work on this module, students will - be aware of their own strengths, and be capable of developing their skills actively and independently. - be prepared to take responsibility for their own learning. - understand the importance of self-motivation to personal development, not only in working life, but in all life areas.
Content
- Orientation to the study programme - Creating a personal study plan - Study skills - Team-building - Skills and competences for working life - Good communication skills in speech and writing - Intercultural communication skills for the international work environment - Self-motivation - Managing personal finances - Information search skills and using the media - Personal well-being at work - Innovation skills - Career planning - Entrepreneurship - Business etiquette - Business ethics - Orientation to work placement and the final thesis
Further information
Literature: Study materials to be distributed in class.
Teaching methods: Coaching, team discussions, personal development discussions, project work, lectures by visiting speakers, seminars, a learning contract and portfolio work. Language of instruction: Finnish
Study year: 1