Export Resilience (1cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to - explain the key factors influencing resilience in export business - describe typical risks and disruptions in the global operating environment - illustrate the use of basic resilience tools and ESG principles in export-related situations

Location and time

In the Digicampus online learning environment during the duration of the course. See Timing.

Exam schedules

The course workspace will remain open until the end of the course deadline (see Timing), and all assignments must be completed before the workspace closes.

Assessment methods and criteria

"Competence assessment is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the assessment criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies" (Laurea degree regulations 2024). In this study unit, the assessment of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level II..

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Teaching methods

Self-paced online course. The course is completed entirely independently by the end of the course deadline. You will study the material in an online learning environment, which includes study materials and assignments/tests. No personal feedback will be provided on the assignments.

Learning materials

The learning materials are available on the online learning platform.

Student workload

The workload of the study is measured in a way that to acquire the goal competence of the study, one credit corresponds to an average of 26.7 hours of work done by the student. The actual time needed varies, e.g., according to prior competence.

Content scheduling

Build the knowledge and practical skills needed to strengthen your company’s resilience in international trade. This fully automated MOOC provides a concise introduction to resilience in export operations, specifically designed for SME exporters, international trade professionals, and future business leaders. Across four focused episodes, you will explore: The fundamentals of corporate resilience and its key components Strategies to navigate and adapt to changing global circumstances Crisis response and rapid recovery tools, including the integration of ESG principles The role of continuous learning in fostering a culture of resilience and improvement Learning Outcomes After completing the course, you will be able to: Explain key factors influencing resilience in export business Describe typical risks and disruptions in the global operating environment Illustrate the use of basic resilience tools and ESG principles in export-related situations Who Should Participate Finnish SME exporters seeking to strengthen their resilience in international markets Students aiming for careers in international business, export management, or trade development Professionals transitioning into export or business development roles New employees seeking structured onboarding in resilient export operations The course content has been developed based on expert lectures and industry collaboration within Laurea UAS’s RDI (Research, Development and Innovation) project. Learn how to anticipate disruptions, respond effectively to crises, and build lasting resilience in your export operations through this practical, self-paced online course.

Completion alternatives

According to the degree regulations (2024), Students are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning regardless of where, when and how the competence has been acquired. ... At Laurea, there are two different procedures for the recognition and accreditation of prior learning: a) accreditation of prior learning (competence acquired in higher education studies at another institution) and b) demonstration of competence (competence acquired in other ways). The recognition and accreditation of prior learning is initiated by the student themselves. The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence. The student is entitled to guidance for the recognition and accreditation of their competence. Further information in the student intranet. You may also assess work-based learning as a way to acquire the competence needed. Read more in the student intranet.

Practical training and working life cooperation

The course content has been developed based on expert lectures and industry collaboration within Laurea UAS’s RDI (Research, Development and Innovation) project.

International connections

The study unit is suitable for exchange students and supports the development of international competencies in a multicultural learning environment.

Further information

The course is Bachelor's degree program level. Master's students may also take the course or join to familiarize themselves with the content, but the course cannot be included in a Master's degree. Laurea degree students and pathway students, and cross institutional students enroll in the course through Pakki. Enrollments are processed almost daily, allowing you to start the course flexibly when it suits you. You will receive a completion record for the course approximately two weeks after finishing. During holiday periods, enrollments and completion records are processed less frequently. If the course is not completed by the end date of the implementation, the student can enroll in the next implementation. Incomplete assignments cannot be transferred to the next implementation; all tasks must be redone. The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available for example in Canvas. For content-related inquiries, contact the responsible teacher. For other inquiries, email mooc@laurea.fi.