Business German II (B2)
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TLS5311 |
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | T-LT 2007 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Tuomaala, Pirkko |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Learning Outcomes
The student will get familiar with the German business culture and acquire the professional vocabulary. The student will also be prepared for his/her studies and practical training in Germany and the German cultural and business environment. Basics of correspondence
Student's Workload
Total 81 h: class hours 39, autonomous studies 39 h, oral and written tests 3 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
German II or equivalent
Contents
Professional vocabulary in business communication. Presentation of Finland. Business letters as e.g. enquiries, offers and orders. Job application and interviews. Curriculum vitae. Economy life in Germany Austria and Switzerland
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Rakkolainen Tuomiala-Mäkelä Bürkel: Deutsch im Berufsleben, Edita Oyj, 5 th revised edition, Helsinki 2008.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, group work, lectures, individual studies.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1= The student knows the basic terminology of the field and has a satisfactory command of the language both orally and in writing. S/he understands the main points of texts in the field.
Grade 3= The student has a good oral and written command of the language and s/he can apply her/his skills in working life situations. S/he understands texts in the field.
Grade 5= The student has an excellent oral and written command of the language, s/he communicates fluently and can apply her/his skills in an versatile manner. S/he understands texts in the field without difficulty.
Assessment Methods
Lectures, group work, lectures, individual studies.