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Business WritingLaajuus (3 op)

Tunnus: KE00CG81

Laajuus

3 op

Opetuskieli

  • englanti

Vastuuhenkilö

  • Tessa Laba

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Ilmoittautumisaika

01.12.2024 - 02.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 13.04.2025

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Toteutustapa

Lähiopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

20 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This implementation is for LUT students only.

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

None

Työelämäyhteistyö

None

Uusintamahdollisuudet

None, as there is no exam for the course.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work). The workload consists of studying the course materials, completing practice exercises, and completing written assignments.

Sisältö

Primary course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business documents (specific to this course)
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter, etc.)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions
4. Other business letters

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete a number of small written assignments, some of which may be graded Pass/Fail, others on a 0-5 scale. Completion of all assignments will contribute to the final course grade.

Assignments will include:
- Writing quizzes + Company description forum post
- Business transaction documents (inquiry, reply, request for quotation, quotation, complaint, adjustment)
- Other business documents (2 out of 4 options - payment reminders, thank-you letter, guest speaker invitation, press release)

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2024 - 06.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 16.03.2025

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

0 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Samu Lattu
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This course is all online on Moodle. There are no regular, compulsory lessons. All work is completed by students independently.
The course relies on independent study by students. The course instructor is available to meet online.

The course consists of writing exercises, instructional media, and assignments to be completed according to instructions. There are deadlines. The teacher provides feedback on request and assesses your work according to set criteria.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. There is no compulsory attendance whatsoever. However, students are expected to turn in assignments by given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

No alternative completion methods are offered.

Työelämäyhteistyö

What? No.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

You're not here to fail, are you? In any event, consult the course instructor if concerned.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle. Email, phone, and Zoom available for communication between the students and the instructor.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work). The workload consists of studying the course materials, completing practice exercises, and completing written assignments.

Sisältö

Primary course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business documents (specific to this course)
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry, quotation, proposal complaint, etc.)
3. Writing quizzes

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (per CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students complete a number of small written assignments, some of which may be graded Pass/Fail and others on a 0-5 scale. Completion of all assignments will contribute to the final course grade.

Assignments will include:
- Writing quizzes + Company description forum post
- Business transaction documents (inquiry, reply, request for quotation, quotation, complaint, adjustment)
- Other business documents (2 out of 4 options - payment reminders, thank-you letter, guest speaker invitation, press release)

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 20.04.2025

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Studies online via Moodle. A test to complete in the electronic exam system, which requires physical presence in an EXAM hall. Individual and team work. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.
Periods 1-2 of spring semester 2025.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and an EXAM test.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher. A test to complete in the electronic exam system, which requires physical presence in an EXAM hall.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass an EXAM test, and write a self-evaluation at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

01.12.2024 - 03.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 20.04.2025

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

20 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Anneli Rinnevalli
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Studies online via Moodle. A test to complete in the electronic exam system, which requires physical presence in an EXAM hall. Self-evaluation. Individual and team work. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, and assignments.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

Recognition of prior learning (RPL): The student must submit an application before or immediately after the start of the course. Neither a pathway student (nor an open UAS student) can apply for RPL.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments or a failed test, and about upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- export/import correspondence and emailing: models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test in the EXAM system, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, an exam is arranged and one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2024 - 06.01.2025

Ajoitus

07.01.2025 - 16.03.2025

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

0 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Samu Lattu
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This course is all online on Moodle. There are no regular, compulsory lessons. All work is completed by students independently.
The course relies on independent study by students. The course instructor is available to meet online.

The course consists of writing exercises, instructional media, and assignments to be completed according to instructions. There are deadlines. The teacher provides feedback on request and assesses your work according to set criteria.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. There is no compulsory attendance whatsoever. However, students are expected to turn in assignments by given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

No alternative completion methods are offered.

Työelämäyhteistyö

What? No.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

You're not here to fail, are you? In any event, consult the course instructor if concerned.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle. Email, phone, and Zoom available for communication between the students and the instructor.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work). The workload consists of studying the course materials, completing practice exercises, and completing written assignments.

Sisältö

Primary course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business documents (specific to this course)
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry, quotation, proposal complaint, etc.)
3. Writing quizzes

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (per CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students complete a number of small written assignments, some of which may be graded Pass/Fail and others on a 0-5 scale. Completion of all assignments will contribute to the final course grade.

Assignments will include:
- Writing quizzes + Company description forum post
- Business transaction documents (inquiry, reply, request for quotation, quotation, complaint, adjustment)
- Other business documents (2 out of 4 options - payment reminders, thank-you letter, guest speaker invitation, press release)

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

06.05.2024 - 29.08.2024

Ajoitus

02.09.2024 - 24.11.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Toteutustapa

Lähiopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

None

Työelämäyhteistyö

None

Uusintamahdollisuudet

None, as there is no exam for the course.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work). The workload consists of studying the course materials, completing practice exercises, and completing written assignments.

Sisältö

Primary course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business documents (specific to this course)
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter, etc.)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions
4. Other business letters

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete a number of small written assignments, some of which may be graded Pass/Fail, others on a 0-5 scale. Completion of all assignments will contribute to the final course grade.

Assignments will include:
- Writing quizzes + Company description forum post
- Business transaction documents (inquiry, reply, request for quotation, quotation, complaint, adjustment)
- Other business documents (2 out of 4 options - payment reminders, thank-you letter, guest speaker invitation, press release)

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Ajoitus

02.09.2024 - 15.12.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.
Periods 1-2 of autumn semester 2024.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

06.05.2024 - 30.08.2024

Ajoitus

02.09.2024 - 15.12.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Toteutustapa

Lähiopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

10 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Ryhmät
  • KKIE24LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LUT
  • KKIE24LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2024-2025, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online via Moodle. Welcome session on Zoom on week 3. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Welcome session on Zoom on week 3. After that, no scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

18.03.2024 - 09.04.2024

Ajoitus

02.05.2024 - 09.06.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

18 - 44

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Opetusryhmät
  • Harjoitukset (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Harjoitukset

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

(This implementation is full - registration closed 9.4.2024)

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.
Summer course 2 May-9 June 2024

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

18.03.2024 - 14.04.2024

Ajoitus

02.05.2024 - 09.06.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

18 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
  • Harjoitukset (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Harjoitukset

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

For summer studies.
Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual work. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, and assignments.

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

Recognition of prior learning (RPL): The student must submit an application before or immediately after the start of the course. Neither a pathway student (nor an open UAS student) can apply for RPL.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- export/import correspondence and emailing: models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, an exam is arranged and one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2023 - 12.01.2024

Ajoitus

15.01.2024 - 07.04.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

30 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work).

Sisältö

Course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business documents (specific to this course)
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter, etc.)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions
4. Other business letters

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete a number of small written assignments, some of which may be graded Pass/Fail, others on a 0-5 scale. Completion of all assignments will contribute to the final course grade.

Assignments will include:
- Business transaction documents, such as inquiry, reply, request for quotation, etc.
- Other business documents, such as guest speaker invitation, memo, press release, etc.

More specific information on course assignments will be available once the course begins.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Ajoitus

15.01.2024 - 21.04.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

18 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Neil MacLaverty
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online via Moodle. Welcome session on Zoom on week 3. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

Welcome session on Zoom on week 3. After that, no scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Ajoitus

08.01.2024 - 21.04.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

30 - 70

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Vesa Koskela
Opetusryhmät
  • Verkkoluento (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Verkkoluento

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Ilmoittautumisaika

20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024

Ajoitus

08.01.2024 - 21.04.2024

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

18 - 40

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Opetusryhmät
  • Harjoitukset (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • Harjoitukset

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.
Period 3 of spring semester 2024.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

15.05.2023 - 01.09.2023

Ajoitus

04.09.2023 - 17.12.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

30 - 105

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and online teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments. Some time for online teamwork must be arranged in small groups or pairs.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

15.05.2023 - 24.08.2023

Ajoitus

04.09.2023 - 19.11.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • KKIE23LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LAB
  • KKIE23LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2023-2024, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work).

Sisältö

Course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business letters
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter etc)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions
4. Other business letters

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete six small written assignments, all of which will be graded on a 0-5 scale. The final course grade will be an average of the assignment grades.

Three compulsory assignments (letters graded together in sets of 2):
1. Inquiry letter + Reply letter
2. Quotation letter + Request for quotation letter
3. Complaint letter + Adjustment letter

Plus three assignments out of the following six options (letters graded individually, one grade per letter/document):
- Invoice
- Payment reminder
- Thank-you letter
- Guest speaker invitation
- Memo
- Press release

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

13.03.2023 - 12.04.2023

Ajoitus

02.05.2023 - 11.06.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Anneli Rinnevalli
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
  • LABKES23KH
    Kesäopinnot 2023 (AMK)

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Note: The course is full, no seats left.

For summer studies.
Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual work. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Toteutuksen valinnaiset suoritustavat

Recognition of prior learning (RPL): The student must submit an application before or immediately after the start of the course. Neither a pathway student (nor an open UAS student) can apply for RPL.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

13.03.2023 - 23.04.2023

Ajoitus

02.05.2023 - 11.06.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Opetusryhmät
  • HIGHWAY (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB
  • LABKES23KH
    Kesäopinnot 2023 (AMK)
Pienryhmät
  • HIGHWAY

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

21.11.2022 - 09.01.2023

Ajoitus

16.01.2023 - 30.04.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 105

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Hanna Vihava
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

21.11.2022 - 08.01.2023

Ajoitus

16.01.2023 - 30.04.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Matti Mäkelä
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

The course consists of writing several different kinds of texts related to buying/selling goods or marketing your company and its products/services. The work is done online via Moodle. The students will be able to study examples and supporting material as well as complete quizzes and other assignments in preparation to writing the texts.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings. However, students must adhere to given deadlines.
The course takes place during the spring term of 2023.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided in Moodle.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Oppimisympäristö

100% online via Moodle

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

3 ECTS equals 81 hours of work. This includes studying the theory, doing practice quizzes, writing the course assignments and reading the feedback from the teacher.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including memos and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework.
This course suits students who are combining work and studies.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-1.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional, and typically appropriate to context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

01.12.2022 - 09.01.2023

Ajoitus

16.01.2023 - 30.04.2023

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Anneli Rinnevalli
Opetusryhmät
  • HIGHWAY (Koko: 0. Avoin AMK: 0.)
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
Pienryhmät
  • HIGHWAY

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

For Highway students.
Online (100%) via Moodle. Individual and teamwork. Independent study, guidance provided by the teacher on request (via email). Assignments to complete according to instructions and to hand in for the teacher to provide feedback and assessment. Self-evaluation.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings, no contact classes either online or on campus. However, students must adhere to given deadlines for assignments.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided by the teacher on Moodle. Online reading materials, exercises, assignments, and a test

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Students who fail the course will need to complete the course requirements within one year (12 months) from the end of the course period. Consult the teacher to agree on retakes of failed assignments and upgrading exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle. Email for communication between the students and the teacher.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

The approximate student workload is 80 hours during the course, divided evenly over the course.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including newsletters and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework. Students who have successfully completed other business writing or correspondence courses in English are not recommended to take this course.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students are to complete the assignments according to the given timetable, pass a test, and write a self-evaluation essay at the end of the course. The teacher assesses the students' performance individually on a scale of 5-0 (certain assignments Pass/Fail). Failed/grade 0 assignments and a failed test can be retaken twice. If the student completes the course (grade 4-1) but wishes to upgrade, one attempt is allowed. Consult the teacher about retakes and upgrade exams.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student does not complete the tasks, or the student's writing skills do not meet the grade 1 criteria.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. Much of the text lacks logic and cohesive elements. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure and is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to the context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure and is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional and typically appropriate to the context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

02.05.2022 - 02.09.2022

Ajoitus

12.09.2022 - 20.11.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 105

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work).

Sisältö

Course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business letters
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter etc)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions
4. Other business letters (outside of business transactions)

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

The teacher will have an autumn break from Monday 24.10 - Sunday 6.11. Assignments and coursework will be arranged around these dates but there may be a small delay in students receiving feedback and grades for assignments due during this time.

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete six small written assignments, all of which will be graded on a 0-5 scale. The final course grade will be an average of the assignment grades.

Three compulsory assignments (letters graded together in sets of 2):
1. Inquiry letter + Reply letter
2. Quotation letter + Request for quotation letter
3. Complaint letter + Adjustment letter

Plus three assignments out of the following six options (letters graded individually, one grade per letter/document):
- Invoice
- Payment reminder
- Thank-you letter
- Guest speaker invitation
- Memo
- Press release

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

02.05.2022 - 26.08.2022

Ajoitus

05.09.2022 - 18.12.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Matti Mäkelä
Ryhmät
  • KKIE22LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LUT
  • KKIE22LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2022-2023, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

The course consists of writing several different kinds of texts related to buying/selling goods or marketing your company and its products/services. The work is done online via Moodle. The students will be able to study examples and supporting material as well as complete quizzes and other assignments in preparation to writing the texts.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings. However, students must adhere to given deadlines.
The course takes place during the autumn term of 2022.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided in Moodle.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Oppimisympäristö

100% online via Moodle

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

3 ECTS equals 81 hours of work. This includes studying the theory, doing practice quizzes, writing the course assignments and reading the feedback from the teacher.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including memos and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework.
This course suits students who are combining work and studies.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-1.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional, and typically appropriate to context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

14.03.2022 - 22.03.2022

Ajoitus

02.05.2022 - 12.06.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 44

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tessa Laba
Ryhmät
  • LABLPRKES22KH
    Kesäopinnot 2022 (AMK), Lappeenranta
  • LABLTIKES22KH
    Kesäopinnot 2022 (AMK), Lahti
  • KKIE21LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LUT
  • KKIE21LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

This is an online course taught through Moodle. There are no regular lessons for this course and all work is completed by students independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

This is a self-guided course. All work is delivered through Moodle and guidance is provided on the work to be completed every week.

Assignment deadlines are provided in Moodle and students are expected to return assignments by the given deadlines. Grading penalties will apply for late submissions.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

All materials provided by the teacher through Moodle.

Oppimisympäristö

The course will be delivered entirely through Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Equivalent to 3 credits (about 80 hours of work).

Sisältö

Course objective:
Students are able to produce effective business documents using appropriate genres and styles. They can use standard business document templates and apply the terminology used in most common business documents.

Course contents:
1. Formal language for writing business letters
2. Common business transaction documents (e.g, inquiry letter, reply letter, quotation letter etc)
3. Information regarding delivery and payments in business transactions

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

It is expected students can communicate in English at B2 level (CEFR).

Arviointimenetelmät

Students will complete three written assignments, all of which will be graded on a 0-5 scale:
1. Inquiry Letter + Reply Letter
2. Quotation Letter + Request for Quotation Letter
3. Complaint Letter + Adjustment Letter

The final course grade will be an average of the assignment grades.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Hylätty (0)

The student cannot convey intended messages.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication consists of simple expressions and there are plentiful mistakes. The language is clumsy, but the message is delivered. Transitions are not smooth. Much of the text lacks logic, and is not in keeping with the stylistic conventions of the genre. The topic is handled briefly and one-sidedly. The text does not meet all the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is quite fluent, clear and mostly correct. The structures and professional vocabulary are adequate to deliver the message. The text has a reasonably logical structure. Transitions are mostly smooth. Minor mistakes occur concerning the genre and/or style. The topic is handled in the usual way, meeting the task requirements.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

Written communication is very fluent and versatile. The student uses varied structures and extensive professional vocabulary, making occasional mistakes only in the most complex structures. The text has a very clear and logical structure. Sentences are linked by transitions and the text flows smoothly. The student can deliver the message effortlessly in the appropriate, genre-specific style. The handling of the topic is diverse and skillful, meeting all the task requirements.

Ilmoittautumisaika

19.11.2021 - 12.01.2022

Ajoitus

10.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 105

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tarja Kovalev
Ryhmät
  • KKIE21LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LUT
  • KKIE21LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle, the course is completed independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings. However, students must adhere to given deadlines.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided in Moodle.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload is app. 80 hours.

Sisältö

• terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
• import and export document models and their use
• internal and external business communication including memos and press releases
• appropriate genres and styles in business communication.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework.
This course suits students who are combining work and studies.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-1.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional, and typically appropriate to context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

19.11.2021 - 09.01.2022

Ajoitus

10.01.2022 - 24.04.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LAB
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Matti Mäkelä
Ryhmät
  • KKIE21LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LUT
  • KKIE21LABH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LAB

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

All the work is to be done independently and 100% online via Moodle.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings. However, students must adhere to given deadlines.
The course takes place during the spring term of 2022

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided in Moodle.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Oppimisympäristö

100% online via Moodle

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

3 ECTS equals 81 hours of work. This includes studying the theory, doing practice quizzes, writing the course assignments and reading the feedback from the teacher.

Sisältö

- appropriate genres and styles in business communication
- terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
- import and export document models and their use
- internal and external business communication including memos and press releases

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework.
This course suits students who are combining work and studies.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-1.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional, and typically appropriate to context.

Ilmoittautumisaika

19.11.2021 - 10.01.2022

Ajoitus

10.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

Opintopistemäärä

3 op

Virtuaaliosuus

3 op

Toteutustapa

Etäopetus

Yksikkö

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Toimipiste

Verkkokampus

Opetuskielet
  • Englanti
Paikat

15 - 35

Koulutus
  • Kieliopinnot LUT
Opettaja
  • Tarja Kovalev
Ryhmät
  • KKIE21LUTH
    Kieli- ja viestintäopinnot 2021-2022, LUT

Osaamistavoitteet

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to:
- interpret business transaction documents
- use field-specific business terminology and style of writing
- prepare clear and accurate business messages in correct English
- prepare explicit and effective texts for use within and outside the organization, and to meet the communicative needs.

Toteutustapa ja opetusmenetelmät

Online (100%) via Moodle, the course is completed independently.

Ajoitus ja läsnäolo

No scheduled meetings. However, students must adhere to given deadlines.

Oppimateriaali ja suositeltava kirjallisuus

Provided in Moodle.

Uusintamahdollisuudet

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Oppimisympäristö

Online (100%) via Moodle.

Opiskelijan ajankäyttö ja kuormitus

Student workload is app. 80 hours.

Sisältö

• terminology of sales and purchases, typical phrases
• import and export document models and their use
• internal and external business communication including memos and press releases
• appropriate genres and styles in business communication.

Lisätietoja opiskelijalle: mm. edeltävä osaaminen

The course is taught at a B2 level according to the Common European Framework.
This course suits students who are combining work and studies.

Arviointimenetelmät

The course is evaluated on a scale of 5-1.

Arviointiasteikko

1-5

Arviointikriteerit: taso 1: (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements minimally. Work displays vaguely consistent and appropriate register. Content is vaguely effective and diverse. The text is not in keeping with style-specific conventions. The student constructs minimally understandable sentences. Grammatical irregularities occur often. Vocabulary is minimally appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 3 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements adequately. Work displays somewhat consistent and appropriate register. Content is somewhat effective and diverse. The text has a reasonably logical structure. The text is rather cohesive. Minor mistakes occur in style. The student mostly constructs sentences well. Grammatical irregularities occur. Vocabulary is adequately professional and mostly appropriate to context.

Arviointikriteerit: taso 5 (arviointiasteikko 1-5)

The student has met the assignment requirements fully. Work displays consistent and appropriate register. Content is effective, diverse, and skillfully delivered. The text has a clear and logical structure. The text is cohesive, fluent, and versatile. The student uses varied structures although occasional grammatical irregularities may occur. Vocabulary is varied and professional, and typically appropriate to context.