Business Communication (2 cr)
Code: HTGP0020-3003
General information
Enrollment
01.08.2024 - 22.08.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Business
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 80
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
Teachers
- Antony Smal
Groups
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HTG22S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
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HTK22S1Tietojenkäsittely (AMK)
- 23.10.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - What is communication, Why we communicate?
- 30.10.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - Communication methods & Strategy
- 06.11.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - AI as a tool
- 13.11.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - How to give a presentation
- 20.11.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - Presentation workshop 1
- 27.11.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - Presentation workshop 2
- 04.12.2024 08:45 - 10:30, Business Communication HTGP0020-3003 - Elevator pitch
Objective
To succeed in business you need to know how to promote and communicate efficiently. In this course you will learn the importance of business communications and business operations. You will understand how to communicate with clients and other stakeholders as well as how to promote your products and skills.
Course Competences
Business Competence
Internationalisation and communications competence
Entrepreneurship, innovation and working community competence
After completing the course you understand common terminology and conventions in business communication, and know how to promote a product or skills.
Content
Business language
Efficient presentation techniques
Different pitching styles
Teaching methods
During the course, students practice communication skills orally and written. Through lectures, students learn theories that they apply practically in workshops and assignments. During workshops, students engage in exercises related to public speaking, both in small groups and individually.
Additionally, students practice giving and receiving constructive feedback through peer assessment using Moodle activities.
Exam schedules
Implementation doesn’t include a final exam.
Vaihtoehtoiset suoritustavat
You have the right to apply for recognition of your studies if you have prior learning (e.g. university studies completed elsewhere) that can be accredited towards the degree you are currently completing.
The recognition of prior learning is possible in three primary ways: accreditation (replacement or inclusion), recognition of informal learning, and studification. More precise info: JAMK Degree Regulations, section 17.
Student workload
One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of two credits is approximately 54 hours.
- Contact lessons and workshops 1h 45min * 7 = 12h 15min
- Assignments and quizes 18 hours
- Materials 23 h 45min
Further information
To pass the course, you are required to pass all the individual and group assignments.
In implementation, we follow Jamk's ethical principles related to the use of artificial intelligence. We will discuss this in more detail during the first lecture.
Evaluation scale
Pass/Fail
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
In order to pass the course you understand common terminology and conventions, know how to promote a product or skills and you have participated in presentations.
Qualifications
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