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Business Operations (5 cr)

Code: 3B00GP26-3001

General information


Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 30.09.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 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

  • Sean Morga
  • Jarmo Tuominiemi
  • Elena Grigorova
  • Salman Saleem

Person in charge

Sean Morga

Groups

  • 24IB1
    International Business, syksy 2024, 1-ryhmä
  • 24IB2
    International Business, syksy 2024, 2-ryhmä
  • 24IB3
    International Business, syksy 2024, 3-ryhmä
  • 24IB4
    International Business, syksy 2024, 4-ryhmä
  • 24IB5
    International Business, syksy 2024, 5-ryhmä
  • 24IB6
    International Business, syksy 2024, 6-ryhmä
  • 24IB7
    International Business, syksy 2024, 7-ryhmä
  • 24IB8
    International Business, syksy 2024, 8-ryhmä

Objectives (course unit)

The course aims to comprehend what elements make up a business and to put theory into practice.

After completing the course, the student will be able to:
• understand the principles and areas of business and how they relate to each other.
• apply theory in a practical learning environment.
• work in a team and actively practice different work-life skills.

Content (course unit)

The contents include the followings:
• What are the different aspects of business management?
• How is business theory applied in practical situations?
• What kind of work-life skills are needed to do business?

Prerequisites (course unit)

None

Further information (course unit)

Implementation Plan.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student will identify the basic principles and areas of business. They understand the basics of operational business. The student will participate in the production and reporting of work in the learning environment chosen for implementation.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student will articulate the basic principles and areas of business and follow the principles of the laws of business. They select the appropriate policies and methods for business operations. The student will be proactive and able to report well on the implementation of work in the chosen learning environment.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student will be able to analyze different business principles and aspects and recommend appropriate working methods and techniques. They will be able to anticipate risks and support others. The student is committed to taking responsibility for the progress of work and the quality of reporting, taking into account the learning environment chosen for implementation.

Location and time

Business Operations sessions on Mondays from 11 am to 2 pm, plus an additional team session according to the timetable.

Exam schedules

No exam. Further information on assessment is available under Methods and Grounds for Evaluation.

Assessment methods and criteria

Grading scale is 0-5.
The grading is based on student activity, attendance, punctuality, team peer evaluation and coach evaluation.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Tutorial coaching and teaching, team working, exercises, individual working, independent study.

Learning materials

Materials in Moodle.

Student workload

The course runs over four periods.

Content scheduling

The Business Operations course content and themes are aligned with subject studies.

Completion alternatives

None.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Students create virtual firms in teams while developing skills that are applicable in working life. In Period 4 students work on a real company case.

International connections

Business Operations studies are an internationally integrated course, with students from various regions.

Further information

Attending Business Operations sessions (both common and in teams) is mandatory.

Coaches:
Elena Grigorova (24IB1, 24IB2): elena.grigorova@tuni.fi
Salman Saleem (24IB3, 24IB4): salman.saleem@tuni.fi
Sean Morga (24IB5, 24IB6): sean.morga@tuni.fi
Jarmo Tuominiemi (24IB7, 24IB8): jarmo.tuominiemi@tuni.fi