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Asian Culture and Mentality

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: TIS1401
Type: Optional obligatory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: T-IB 2005FT
Level: Bachelor of Business Administration
Year of Study: 3 (2007-2008)
Credits: 5 cr
Responsible Teacher: Nahan-Suomela, Rosmeriany
Language of Instruction: English

Learning Outcomes

The aim of the course is to provide students with an overview of Asian culture and ideology and how Asian values affect business practices.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 60 h
- of which autonomous studies: 75 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Basic studies at VAMK

Contents

Asian values; the value systems of Buddhism, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam and various forms of Shamanism. Differences between and similarities inherent in Asian and Western values.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Brannigan, Michael C. (2010): Striking a Balance: A primer in Traditional Asian Values. Lexington Books. USA

Lim, C. J. and P. - Mayer-Kunig, B. 2000( or the latest edition). Asian Values: Encounter with Diversity. Articles on Asian values.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and written assignments.

Assessment Criteria

According to the assessment of the home university

Assessment Methods

Course participation and project assignments.


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