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Business Writing (3 cr)

Code: KE00CG81-3002

General information


Enrollment

19.11.2021 - 12.01.2022

Timing

10.01.2022 - 20.03.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Virtual portion

3 op

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Unit

Kielikeskus (LAB)

Campus

E-campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

15 - 105

Degree programmes

  • Language studies LAB
  • Language studies LUT

Teachers

  • Tarja Kovalev

Groups

  • KKIE21LUTH
  • KKIE21LABH

Learning outcomes

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.

Implementation and methods of teaching

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

Timing and attendance

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

Learning material and recommended literature

Provided in Moodle.

Exam retakes

Continuous evaluation, no exams.

Learning environment

Online (100%) via Moodle.

Student time use and work load

Student workload is app. 80 hours.

Contents

• 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.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

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

Assessment criteria

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

Assessment scale

1-5