Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Academic year 2020 - 2021

Academic English 1 BC00BX79-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 3 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will improve their oral and written communication skills and academic vocabulary. In written communication, the focus will be on academic writing and in oral communication, formal English language usage.

Course contents

Genres of academic English
Academic style and structures
Paraphrase and summary
Avoiding plagiarism: referencing
Academic presentations

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The student can use the features of formal and academic writing systematically and reflectively. His/her grammar usage is impeccable. The student can write a text according to the features of academic writing with fluency using varied and appropriate vocabulary, and correctly referenced academic sources. The student has an extensive academic vocabulary. The student is able to communicate fluently in both writing and speaking while demonstrating an awareness of formal academic style.

Good

The student can identify and apply the features of academic writing fairly consistently. The student is able to use grammar correctly although some errors might occur. The student can write a text according to the main features of academic writing with relative fluency, using a variety of vocabulary and sources that are mainly referenced correctly. The student has a good command of academic vocabulary. The student is able to communicate clearly in writing and orally without reading directly from a text.

Satisfactory

The student can recognize and name the features of academic writing. However, the student's language usage may be inconsistent with the norms of standard English and academic writing and basic errors in style, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation occur. The student can write an understandable and logical text with appropriate content using some academic concepts of his/her field. The student is able to communicate the main ideas of a topic in writing and orally.

Name of lecturer(s)

Kaisa Enticknap-Seppänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Kaisa Enticknap-Seppänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Academic Finnish KBBC019-3008 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBI18S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will be able to compile an accurate, carefully written and logical thesis in Finnish as well as an accurately written maturity test.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The course must be accomplished in conjunction with the thesis

Course contents

Meaning and syntax
Accuracy and proof-reading, textual analysis
Instructions for compiling a text and the maturity test

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Students perform all written assignments faultlessly and can produce a good thesis text.

Good

Students participate actively in developing their written communication competence and can compile a faultless academic text.

Satisfactory

Students will recognize the main grammatical features and punctuation of academic Finnish and can produce a good, straightforward academic text.

Further information

For Finnish Students

Name of lecturer(s)

Tuula Rajander

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBI18S
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Tuula Rajander

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Basics of Esports Coaching LB00BK55-3002 01.08.2020-25.10.2020 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know how the esports coaching system works, the physiological and biomechanical foundations that coaching requires, the most common ways of testing athletes and can use their acquired knowledge analytically in an effective and safe coaching process.

Course contents

Students are able to create a coaching plan suitable for esports coaching. Coaching plan is applied in practice to the into an esports environment including a player and a coach. The students practice coaching and goal setting activities in pairs. Aim is to find suitable regime in practicing gameplay for each student.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Excellent (5)
The students are able to apply acquired knowledge and treat the whole issue in a customer-oriented manner. They are able to assess and reflect upon their own competence and how their professional field operates using their acquired knowledge. They are able to plan and implement a coaching process safely and in detail according to the characteristics and needs of their clientele based on a
comprehensive analysis.

Good

Good (3-4)
The students are proficient in the concepts and terminology of their professional field . They can assess their own competence and the way their professional field operates. They are able to work professionally in customers situations and can justify their work in a professional manner. They are able to plan a safe coaching process according to coaching science principles but with a lack of attention to detail. Their overall capacity for analysis is not entirely comprehensive.

Satisfactory

Satisfactory (1-2)
The students are able to use single concepts and name basic information concerning their field.They are able to work in an appropriate manner but without making the connections between different areas of coaching. Yet they are able to plan a safe coaching programme and can analyse individual parts of it.

Name of lecturer(s)

OPE_2_Aktiviteetti_virt OPE_2_Aktiviteetti_virt

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 25.10.2020
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

OPE_2_Aktiviteetti_virt OPE_2_Aktiviteetti_virt, Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Basics of Esports Landscape LB00BK46-3003 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE20S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students gain basic knowledge of eSports as a business environment. The students learn what is eSports and why it is important and what more it is than just playing video games. Students come to know of eSports history and more specific definitions of eSports. The students will learn about various stakeholders working in the field and their role in the eSports industry.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

No prior knowledge required

Course contents

eSports basics. History, definition and landscape.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student perfectly understands the basic elements of esports. The student is able to explain the history and draw conclusion on how it has affected esports. Student understands the importance of stakeholders and their business models and earning logic. Student also understand the cooperation between stakeholders in eSports field. The student is able to define esports and explain the reasons behind the phenomenon.

Good

Student understands the links and roles between different stakeholders. The student understands the history and is able to explain the development of eSports into its current state. Student will be able to define eSports and explain why it is regarded as a sport.

Satisfactory

Student understands what is eSports and why it is important. Student can explain the history. Student understand the business landscape and how it works in practice. Student knows the history of eSports and understand the idea behind the development.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE20S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Business Mathematics BC00BX82-3001 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

To provide students with a sound command of business mathematics skills and the ability to apply them in different areas of business life

Course contents

Review of the basic mathematical operations needed in business mathematics
Percentage calculations
Index numbers
Simple interest calculation and its applications
Compound interest calculations and its applications
Credit and loans
Investments

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Approximately 90-100 % of maximum points in exam.

Good

Approximately 66-90 % of maximum points in exam Students know how to apply calculation principles to basic cases.

Satisfactory

Approximately 50-65 % of maximum points in exam; Students know how to calculate basic calculations.

Name of lecturer(s)

Ari Teirilä

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Ari Teirilä

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Business Operations BC00BX80-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will adopt an entrepreneurial attitude, learn to understand fundamental business concepts and processes and the significance of business operations in society. The students will also be able to describe the basic functions of a company and understand the basics of running a profitable business.

Course contents

The significance of business operations in society
External and internal entrepreneurship
Business concept and idea
Basic business model and processes
Stakeholders and networking
Company forms
Marketing and customer oriented working methods
Business profitability

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The students are able to use business concepts extensively and combine them.
The students are able to analyse, compare, and critically assess their own business competence and business practices using acquired knowledge. They can work as a group advancing and developing the group's activities.

Good

The students are able to describe and give reasons for business and entrepreneurial practices. They are able to work independently according to existing knowledge and guidelines and can apply business methods and models in business operations. The students are able to work as group to achieve common goals and to justify their activities according to professional ethical principles.

Satisfactory

The students are able to define and use fundamental business concepts in accordance with professional ethical principles.

Name of lecturer(s)

John Wideman

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

John Wideman, OPE_Matkailu_1 OPE_Matkailu_1

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Esports Academy I LB00BK63-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students understand the external factors that affect the societies within esports. Students understand what is required to build an esports club. Student understand what is required in creating a sponsorship application. Student understands what kind of different esports profiles players have.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Basics of esports landscape

Course contents

Different esports strategies related to acquisition and business ideas. Analysis of different stakeholder strategies and earning logic in the esports environment.
-External factors in affecting esports
-Sponsorship
-Building an esports club

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Academy I LB00BK63-3003 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students understand the external factors that affect the societies within esports. Students understand what is required to build an esports club. Student understand what is required in creating a sponsorship application. Student understands what kind of different esports profiles players have.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Basics of esports landscape

Course contents

Different esports strategies related to acquisition and business ideas. Analysis of different stakeholder strategies and earning logic in the esports environment.
-External factors in affecting esports
-Sponsorship
-Building an esports club

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Esports Academy III LB00BK67-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to understand the big picture of esports and the business around it. Understanding functions and motives of doing business behind esports stakeholders. Students gain the ability to make decisions in situations that are not always win-win and to be able to professionally justify those decisions. Enhancing the ability to make an educated guess or foresee possible scenarios and the possible consequences of made decisions

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Marketing fundamentals and planning in esports
Basics of esports landscape

Course contents

Esports stakeholders and their role in the industry
Problem solving in different scenarios

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student is able to solve problems and take into account multiple scenarios based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to thoroughly justify the decision and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting is clear and the language is appropriate for a person working in a management position.

Good

Student is able to solve problems and take into account some scenarios based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to justify the decision well and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting is clear and the language is appropriate for a person working in a management position.

Satisfactory

Student is able to solve problems and take into account at least one scenario based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to justify the decision well and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting covers basic reporting principles and the language is understandable.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Academy III LB00BK67-3002 02.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to understand the big picture of esports and the business around it. Understanding functions and motives of doing business behind esports stakeholders. Students gain the ability to make decisions in situations that are not always win-win and to be able to professionally justify those decisions. Enhancing the ability to make an educated guess or foresee possible scenarios and the possible consequences of made decisions

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Marketing fundamentals and planning in esports
Basics of esports landscape

Course contents

Esports stakeholders and their role in the industry
Problem solving in different scenarios

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student is able to solve problems and take into account multiple scenarios based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to thoroughly justify the decision and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting is clear and the language is appropriate for a person working in a management position.

Good

Student is able to solve problems and take into account some scenarios based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to justify the decision well and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting is clear and the language is appropriate for a person working in a management position.

Satisfactory

Student is able to solve problems and take into account at least one scenario based on the decisions they use in solving problems in the given assignments. Student is able to justify the decision well and foresee the consequences of made action. Reporting covers basic reporting principles and the language is understandable.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

02.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Business Planning LB00BK62-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will be able to compile a company's business plan.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Basic studies

Course contents

Company strategic planning process
Business idea, values, vision
Business ideas and defining the business idea
Analyses
Calculations
Business plan

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The students are able to analyse, compare and critically assess the implementation of a business plan using acquired knowledge. They are able to analyse the customer and goal orientation and profitability of the plan.

Good

The students are able to describe and give reasons for initializing business activities and business linked procedures. They are able to work independently according to their acquired knowledge and instructions and can apply the techniques models of the business plan. They are able to work independently to achieve goals and to justify their work with professional ethical principles. The students are able to assess the compatibility of the parts of the business idea and a selected strategy.

Satisfactory

The students are able to define and use the basic concepts of business planning according to professional ethical principles. The business plan contains enough information to commence business operations.

Name of lecturer(s)

Ari Afflekt

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Ari Afflekt

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Events and Seminars LB00BK69-3001 01.01.2019-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student will gain practical knowledge about the events in esports industry. Practical skills can be put to use when working in an environment or company that plans, participates or sponsors esports events somehow. This relates to organizing as well as participating in esports events to gain insight of esports as a phenomenon.

Course contents

The student will participate in esports events and seminars. Events need to include esports or video game related content.

Name of lecturer(s)

Päivi Auno

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2019 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Päivi Auno, Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

R&D proportion

5 credits
Esports Leadership and Human Resource Management LB00BK54-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

This course covers the information needed to understand the Human Resource Management aspect of an organization. It will develop an understanding of the skills needed for the formulation and implementation of HRM strategies while providing the basic information necessary to understand the function of management and leadership in an (eSports) organization.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Fundamentals of Management
Business Operations

Course contents

Introduction to the basic principles of human resource management
Introduction to the basic principles of leadership and organization
Human resource policies
Competence based human resource management
Human resource planning, recruitment, selection and retention
Orientation, training and development
Performance management
Remuneration and reward
Employee relations
International dimensions of HRM
HRM in eSports

Assessment criteria

Excellent

• Knowledge: demonstrates ability to use and apply the concepts and theoretical framework learned in this course
• Skills: demonstrates ability to critically analyze, compare, combine and select information and present alternative practices using the acquired knowledge; demonstrate ability to work independently, responsibly, with initiative and flexibly in all learning and operational environments; demonstrate creative but realistic and pragmatic approach to problem solving
• Attitudes: work smoothly and professionally as a team to achieve common goals of the group by applying critical professional ethical principles; contributes excellent team work and output

Good

• Knowledge: demonstrate ability to systematically use the concepts learned in this course with ability to name, describe and give reasons for basic knowledge of the theories and concepts learned in this course
• Skills: demonstrates ability to select appropriate practices based on acquired knowledge and instructions and ability to work independently and responsibly completing different tasks in all learning and operational environments; demonstrates ability to apply techniques and concepts learned under minimal guidance in a reasonable manner to problem solving.
• Attitudes: works smoothly and professionally as a team to achieve common goals of the group according to ethical principles; demonstrates good team work and output

Satisfactory

• Knowledge: ability to identify the main/individual concepts learned in the course and applies basic analysis using the concepts and theories learned from the course; ability to name and describe the concept.
• Skills: demonstrates ability to work in an appropriate manner with more guidance and supervision, though some uncertainty may be evident in the work; shows basic ability to use the techniques and models of the professional field in basic application
• Attitudes: demonstrates professional conduct in communication, updates, interactions within the team and with supervisor according to professional ethical principles; team work with peers is largely satisfactory

Further information

Literature: Textbook and journal articles

Name of lecturer(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Service Design LB00BK76-3002 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student is able to describe the central service design concepts, emphasis and meanings. The student understands the key principles of service design thinking in business development and learns to seek for and interpret user / customer needs from the perspective of his/her own field. He/She learns to improve an existing service or to create a new one – based on creating value for users and customers and to be as efficient as possible. The student is familiar with the service design process and can implement that knowledge creatively into practice. The student is aware of the various research methods and creative tools used in service design when seeking information. In addition, she/he is able to enhance the stakeholder involvement and encourage the engagement with the design process. Student’s workshop facilitator skills will improve

Course contents

The key guidelines in design thinking.
Step-by-step –process of the service design (Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test).
Creative tools and research methods to collect and construct point of view based on user needs.
Building representation of the creative solutions and ideas.
The stakeholder engagement methods and practices & facilitation tools.
Guidelines to facilitate and conduct a workshop and an innovative design process.
Service design case study connected with the specific field chosen.

Facilitating innovation, and change in the organization and stressing current user needs: Planning, organizing, facilitating and conducting one workshop.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Excellent (5) - All learning outcomes/ assessment criteria have been achieved to an exceptionally high-level demonstrating the following attributes:
• Exceptional understanding, exploration, insight and application of the theories, concepts, processes and creative tools learned.
• Clear adherence to all specifications for the assessment task, including word limit where appropriate
• The organisation, structure and standard of presentation of the work and conduction of workshop, including any subject-specific conventions, where applicable, are of very high quality throughout
• Evidence of effective communication of work to peers and others. Excellent teamwork.
• Offer stimulating and rigorous arguments that are likely to be at the limits of what may be expected at this level
• The course work has been executed/performed in an original way
• Outstanding ability to reach appropriate decisions based on incomplete or complex evidence
• Evidence of very high-quality analysis, synthesis, evaluation and critical appraisal
• Evidence of outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to suggests alternative approaches
• Evidence of outstanding ability to address complex issues both systematically and creatively

Good

Good (3-4) - All learning outcomes/ assessment criteria have been met fully at a good or very good standard demonstrating the following attributes:
• Good to very good understanding, exploration, insight and application of the theories, concepts, processes and creative tools learned.
• No significant inaccuracies, misunderstandings or errors
• Clear adherence to all specifications for the assessment task, including word limit where appropriate
• The organisation, structure and standard of presentation of the work, including any subject-specific conventions, where appropriate, are of reasonable to good quality throughout
• Evidence of sufficiently effective communication of work and good teamwork
• Ability to present structured, clear and concise arguments
• The work has been approached and/or executed/performed in a comprehensive way with some degree of originality
• Evidence of sufficient ability to reach appropriate decisions based on incomplete or complex evidence
• Evidence of reasonable to good quality analysis, synthesis, evaluation and critical appraisal
• Evidence of sufficient problem solving skills and ability to suggest alternative approaches

Satisfactory

Satisfactory (1-2) - All learning outcomes/ assessment criteria have been met demonstrating the following attributes:
• Demonstrate sound understanding and exploration, some insight and/or appropriate research and using creative tools and processes
• Some minor inaccuracies and/or misunderstandings of concepts, theories or literature – small but not significant errors
• Some minor deviation from the specifications for the assessment task, including word limit where appropriate
• Meet the minimum standard to organize and present with some adherence to the subject-specific conventions
• Demonstrate some ability to develop an argument but can lack fluency. Teamwork is challenging
• The course work has been approached and/or executed/performed in a standard way with limited evidence of originality
• Some contextualisation but with a heavy reliance on a limited number of sources and, in general, the breadth and depth of sources and research are lacking
• Evidence of study and demonstration of ability to reach appropriate decisions based on incomplete or complex evidence
• Some, but limited evidence of analysis, synthesis, evaluation and critical appraisal
• Some evidence of problem solving skills
• Some evidence of ability to address complex issues adequately

Name of lecturer(s)

Maarit Vuorinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Maarit Vuorinen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
EsportsSummit -projekti LB00BK57-3003 01.09.2020-31.07.2021 10 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are able to understand the advanced practices related to esports projects and event management. Students understand the importance of their own contribution to the esports event and are able to report them in a good manner. Students will be able to cooperate with collaborating partners in a project.

Course contents

Students will engage in an esports project. Relatable projects include for example organizing and event and/or tournament. To be more specific an event can be a LAN event or NeSA summer school organized in Kajaani Area. Students will collaborate with project partners and give their contribution in completing the project. Students can also enroll for the NeSA summer school to get credits from this course.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.09.2020 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Finnish for Foreigners 1 BC00BX94-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will be able to communicate on a day to day basic in Finnish and will get to know Finland: the country, its society, people, language and culture.

Course contents

Pronunciation, reading and conversation practice.
Basic vocabulary and phrases used in simple everyday communication.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The student can speak satisfactory Finnish in short conversations about everyday life. The Student is able to identify necessary information in short texts and in spoken language.

Good

The student understands topics of conversations he/she is involved in. He/she can answer questions in short phrases. The Student can read short texts, F.e. signs or advertisements of his/her interest.

Satisfactory

Students can form comprehensible sentences using standard Finnish and recognize numerals in their basic form and can converse using simple questions and answers.

Name of lecturer(s)

Foroogh Haratian

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Foroogh Haratian

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Finnish for Foreigners 2 BC00BX95-3006 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (ATA19S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student will develop his/her Finnish communication skills acquired during the previous course

Course contents

Vocabulary and phrases needed in Studying and working life, own health care as well as living and running errands in Finnish.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The Student can follow conversations about familiar topics and understand the main idea of F.e. TV news. He/she gets along in simple social and service situations. The Student can write short notes and use basic grammar adequately.

Good

The Student understands simple spoken and written messages, F.e. Questions, Requests or Prohibitions. He/she can follow slow conversations about familiar topics. The Student can recognize essential information in short Texts. He/she is able to communicate in day to day situations in written Finnish, F.e. e-mail, personal data.

Satisfactory

The Student understands and can shortly respond to simple Questions about personal topics. He/she can follow slow conversations with support. The Student can read short Texts in clear and familiar Contexts. He/she can write short Texts using basic vocabulary and phrases.

Name of lecturer(s)

Tuula Rajander

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Kuparinen, K.. & Tapaninen, T. (2017). Oma suomi 1. Suomea aikuisille. Otava.
Moodle-material

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Class room working, pair work, group work, independet study

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- ATA19S
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Tuula Rajander

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Exam schedule

Exam (written, listening & reading comprehension, spoken) will be at week 21/2021. Retake possibilities on June 2021 and September 2021.

International connections

This course is taught in Finnish and English.

Students use of time and load

5 credits = 135 hours of student's own work.

Content periodicity

Vko 2 - 3: Kertaus (review)

Olla, puhua, asua -verbit
Ko-kysymys
Genetiivi - kenen?
Verbityyppejä
Negatiivinen verbi
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4 - 6: Ruokakaupassa

Partitiivi - mitä?ketä?
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7 - 9: Värit, kodin tavarat

Minulla on -rakenne
Missä? (-ssa, -lla)
(Substantiivin KPT-vaihtelu)
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11 - 13: Vaatteet, sää

(KPT-vaihtelu, verbityyppi 1)
-i, -nen ja -si -sanat
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14 - 16: Terveys, lääkärissä, ruumiinosat

Täytyy - ei tarvitse -rakenteet
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17 - 19: Matkustaminen, kulkuneuvot

Missä? Mistä? Mihin/minne?
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20 - 21: Kertaus,tentti, palaute

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The Student understands and can shortly respond to simple Questions about personal topics. He/she can follow slow conversations with support. The Student can read short Texts in clear and familiar Contexts. He/she can write short Texts using basic vocabulary and phrases.

Good

The Student understands simple spoken and written messages, F.e. Questions, Requests or Prohibitions. He/she can follow slow conversations about familiar topics. The Student can recognize essential information in short Texts. He/she is able to communicate in day to day situations in written Finnish, F.e. e-mail, personal data.

Excellent

The Student can follow conversations about familiar topics and understand the main idea of F.e. TV news. He/she gets along in simple social and service situations. The Student can write short notes and use basic grammar adequately.
Finnish for Foreigners 2 BC00BX95-3002 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student will develop his/her Finnish communication skills acquired during the previous course

Course contents

Vocabulary and phrases needed in Studying and working life, own health care as well as living and running errands in Finnish.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The Student can follow conversations about familiar topics and understand the main idea of F.e. TV news. He/she gets along in simple social and service situations. The Student can write short notes and use basic grammar adequately.

Good

The Student understands simple spoken and written messages, F.e. Questions, Requests or Prohibitions. He/she can follow slow conversations about familiar topics. The Student can recognize essential information in short Texts. He/she is able to communicate in day to day situations in written Finnish, F.e. e-mail, personal data.

Satisfactory

The Student understands and can shortly respond to simple Questions about personal topics. He/she can follow slow conversations with support. The Student can read short Texts in clear and familiar Contexts. He/she can write short Texts using basic vocabulary and phrases.

Name of lecturer(s)

Tuula Rajander

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Kuparinen, K.. & Tapaninen, T. (2017). Oma suomi 1. Suomea aikuisille. Otava.
Moodle-material

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Class room working, pair work, group work, independet study

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Tuula Rajander

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Exam schedule

Exam (written, listening & reading comprehension, spoken) will be at week 21/2021. Retake possibilities on June 2021 and September 2021.

International connections

This course is taught in Finnish and English.

Students use of time and load

5 credits = 135 hours of student's own work.

Content periodicity

Vko 2 - 3: Kertaus (review)

Olla, puhua, asua -verbit
Ko-kysymys
Genetiivi - kenen?
Verbityyppejä
Negatiivinen verbi
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4 - 6: Ruokakaupassa

Partitiivi - mitä?ketä?
**********
7 - 9: Värit, kodin tavarat

Minulla on -rakenne
Missä? (-ssa, -lla)
(Substantiivin KPT-vaihtelu)
***************
11 - 13: Vaatteet, sää

(KPT-vaihtelu, verbityyppi 1)
-i, -nen ja -si -sanat
************
14 - 16: Terveys, lääkärissä, ruumiinosat

Täytyy - ei tarvitse -rakenteet
*************
17 - 19: Matkustaminen, kulkuneuvot

Missä? Mistä? Mihin/minne?
************
20 - 21: Kertaus,tentti, palaute

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The Student understands and can shortly respond to simple Questions about personal topics. He/she can follow slow conversations with support. The Student can read short Texts in clear and familiar Contexts. He/she can write short Texts using basic vocabulary and phrases.

Good

The Student understands simple spoken and written messages, F.e. Questions, Requests or Prohibitions. He/she can follow slow conversations about familiar topics. The Student can recognize essential information in short Texts. He/she is able to communicate in day to day situations in written Finnish, F.e. e-mail, personal data.

Excellent

The Student can follow conversations about familiar topics and understand the main idea of F.e. TV news. He/she gets along in simple social and service situations. The Student can write short notes and use basic grammar adequately.
Fundamentals of Management LB00BI02-3006 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The course introduces the participants to organization and management from an individual, group and organizational perspective, with the focus on human behavior, organizational structures and processes. It also helps to understand the basic concepts and theories of management while exploring the manager's operational role in an organizations and gain insights into the manager's responsibility in planning, organizing, leading, staffing and controlling within the workplace.

Course contents

Managers and the environment
Strategizing
Organization Architecture and Control System
Effective Leadership
Ethics and Social Responsibilities

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The participant uses the right basic concept in a versatile and broad manner as well as provides excellent description of key elements of the key concepts taught in the course.
The participant has an ability to apply concepts in practice independently, confidently and pro-actively.

Good

The participant uses the right basic concept consistently and provides the terminology and key elements in the concepts taught.
The participant has an ability to justify and reason the choice and application of specific concepts.

Satisfactory

The participant demonstrates basic understanding of concepts introduced in the course and ability to apply and implement the concepts learned in the course.

Further information

Literature: Textbooks and journal articles.

Name of lecturer(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

R&D proportion

2 credits

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
ICT and Business Applications BC00BX78-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students should be able to select and use appropriate software to perform various business functions.
Students should be able to design appropriate formats for presenting data for different purposes and for a variety of business functions, e.g. word-processed documents, PowerPoint presentations and spreadsheet documents.
Students should be able to use Collaboration Tools for Teamwork and small Projects

Course contents

Introduction to Business Applications and Data Security
Basic functions of word processor software (MS Word)
Presentation graphics (MS Power Point)
Spreadsheets: sheets, formulas, functions and graphics (MS Excel)
Introduction to Collaboration Tools for Teamwork and small Projects

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Students can solve demanding business problems using office applications, 90–100% of maximum points in exam.

Good

Students can use computers and toolkit programs in many different ways for communication, presentation and calculation work, approximately 66-90 % of maximum points in exam.

Satisfactory

Students can use computers for basic tasks, approximately 50-65 % of maximum points in exam.

Name of lecturer(s)

Jani Vattula

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Päivi Auno, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Integrated Marketing Communications in Digital Environment LB00BK61-3002 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student understands the strategic nature of marketing communications and learns to identify different functions of marketing communications, communications' effects on consumers, and understands the marketing communications planning process.

The student is able to plan marketing communications and student can critically evaluate ethical concerns related to marketing communications.

This course consists of a optional 5 credits practical work life-related project

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Marketing fundamentals and planning in esports

Course contents

Concept of integrated marketing communications
Different perspectives to IMC and the theoretical views influencing those
Strategic role and planning process of integrated marketing communications
The role of advertising and media choice
The role of sales promotion, public relations and networks
Ethical and social responsibilities in marketing communications

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student uses independently the right basic concept in a versatile and broad manner and provides the excellent description of the concept and / or key elements of the key concepts taught in the course.
Has an ability to apply knowledge gained from prior courses in practice and has an ability to choose and utilize appropriate elements of marketing communications channels and use theory background.

Good

Student uses the right basic concept consistently and provides the terminology and key elements in the concepts taught.
Has an ability to choose and utilize appropriate elements of marketing communications channels and use theory background.

Satisfactory

Student demonstrates basic understanding of marketing communications concepts and key elements.
Has an ability to choose appropriate elements of marketing communications channels and use theory background.

Name of lecturer(s)

Elina Jääskeläinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Elina Jääskeläinen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Law Studies BC00BY56-3001 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The course will provide students with a general knowledge of the legal framework of business operations with special focus on contract and trade laws. Apart from dealing with current legal rules and regulations affecting business operations students will be exposed to new developments and trends of legal environments of business

Course contents

Legal systems
Contract law
International trade contracts
Business law
Labour Law

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The students demonstrate an ability to use professional terminology in a controlled manner and base their decisions on customer needs and using an extended knowledge base. They demonstrate the ability to assess the requirements and consequences of their own activities systematically. The students demonstrate the ability to create a good working atmosphere in their group.

Good

Students can demonstrate their ability to perceive the links between central and appropriate professional concepts and can base decision-making using the field's knowledge base. They are able to distinguish between the requirements and consequences of their operations and participate in the group's activities.

Satisfactory

The students will demonstrate their ability to use central and appropriate professional concepts and to make choices founded on knowledge in their field. They can recognize the requirements and consequences of their own operations and participate in the activities of the group.

Name of lecturer(s)

Sami Malm

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Sami Malm

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Management Accounting BC00BY17-3001 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know the meaning of profitability and learn how to make calculations required by managers for planning, decision-making and control.

Course contents

General terms and aims in management accounting
Economic balance: profitability, liquidity and solidity
Cost-volume-profit analysis
Long-term calculations, investments
Budgeting
Cost accounting
Activity based costing

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student can interpret and make use of management accounting theory.
Student can independently compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations.
Student can develop their group and team and create a good working atmosphere.

Good

Student can interpret management accounting theory.
Student can compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations.
Student participates in the work of their groups or teams to attain common goals.

Satisfactory

Student is aware of management accounting theory.
Student Can compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations under supervision.
Student participates in group (classroom) activities.

Name of lecturer(s)

Raija Jormakka

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Raija Jormakka

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Management Accounting BC00BY17-3003 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBI20S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know the meaning of profitability and learn how to make calculations required by managers for planning, decision-making and control.

Course contents

General terms and aims in management accounting
Economic balance: profitability, liquidity and solidity
Cost-volume-profit analysis
Long-term calculations, investments
Budgeting
Cost accounting
Activity based costing

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student can interpret and make use of management accounting theory.
Student can independently compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations.
Student can develop their group and team and create a good working atmosphere.

Good

Student can interpret management accounting theory.
Student can compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations.
Student participates in the work of their groups or teams to attain common goals.

Satisfactory

Student is aware of management accounting theory.
Student Can compile demanding profitability planning and control related calculations under supervision.
Student participates in group (classroom) activities.

Name of lecturer(s)

Raija Jormakka

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Raija Jormakka

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Practical Training LB00BN86-3003 01.06.2021-31.12.2021 30 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

To provide the student with an insight of the commercial world and an opportunity to apply knowledge gained to practical tasks. It also provides the student with an opportunity to acquire new skills and encourages personal development.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

efore starting the placement the student must have completed all basic studies and have earned a minimum of 115 credits. It is recommended that the placement is completed during the spring semester of the 3rd study year.

Course contents

Students are required to work as a trainee in a foreign company. Practical training can also be accomplished locally.
- information sessions before and after the practical training period
- 800 hours (about 5 months) practical training to be completed in one uninterrupted period
- training report and tasks

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.06.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula, John Wideman, Ari Afflekt

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Principles of Marketing BC00BX81-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The course will provide participants with a fundamental understanding of marketing, its role in business and the strategies available to achieve its objectives. It examines the origins of marketing and its development into a business philosophy in an international context. It also presents a decision-making course. Students will be expected to apply the concepts of marketing and planning to real-world situations. The course will cover identifying markets, buying behavior, product planning, pricing, distribution and communication strategies. The focus of the course will be on developing a marketing plan. The module is essential for further marketing studies.

Course contents

Marketing environment, Marketing/Corporate strategy,
Consumers behavior,
Segmentation, targeting and positioning, Market research, Marketing mix strategies, Services marketing, Customer relationship marketing.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student uses the right basic concept in a versatile and broad manner as well as provides excellent description of key elements of the key concepts taught in the course. Student demonstrates clearly the ability to apply concepts in practice independently, confidently and pro-actively.

Good

The student uses the right basic concept consistently and provides the terminology and key elements in the concepts taught. The student has an ability to justify and reason the choice and application of specific concepts.

Satisfactory

Student demonstrates basic understanding of concepts introduced in the course and ability to apply and implement the concepts learned in the course.

Name of lecturer(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Mode of delivery

Distance learning

Recommended or required reading

Marketing, An Introduction (or older editions e.g. 11th, 12th, or 13th): Armstrong, G., Kotler, P., & Opresnik, M. (2020). Marketing: An introduction (14th global ed.). Pearson Education.
Selected articles provided in DevMoodle.
Selected video materials provided in DevMoodle.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

This course aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of marketing, its role in business and the strategies available to achieve its objectives. It examines the origins of marketing and its development into a business philosophy in an international context. The module is essential for further marketing studies.

Learning outcomes
• Create customer value and engagement through marketing.
• Understand the role of marketing as part of a company’s strategy.
• Analyze the marketing environment.
• Define consumer and business buyer behavior.
• Manage marketing information.
• Identify market segments and targets.
• Discuss the management of products, services, and brands.
• Formulate pricing strategies for products and services.
• Create strategies for managing marketing channels and supply chains.
• Analyze promotional strategies and activities
• Implement integrated marketing communication and multichannel marketing.
• Explore global marketing strategies
• Discuss ethics and social responsibility in marketing.

Lectures, video lectures, individual and group tasks, case studies, research assignment.

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Ruey Komulainen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

R&D proportion

2 credits

Virtual proportion

2 credits

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Completion alternatives

Video lectures and book exams based on the scope covered in the learning modules (max. a pass grade, no numeric grading)

Work placement(s)

Develop appreciation of fundamental concepts and theories in the field of marketing. The course is supported by a series of tasks developed specifically to help students connect the theories to a real case through secondary research.

Exam schedule

No exams.
There are many tasks to be completed throughout the duration of the course. The deadlines should be strictly adhered to avoid a penalty for late submissions.
Project and Event Management BC00BX83-3001 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Course contents

The Project Management Framework
Global Business and intercultural Projects
Project Communication Management
Project Risk Management
Project Documentation and Project Management Tools

Event management theory
Event typology and types of events
Operational and strategic dimensions of events
Event management or responsible role in an event

Name of lecturer(s)

OPE_Liiketoiminta OPE_Liiketoiminta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

OPE_Liiketoiminta OPE_Liiketoiminta, Helka Leimu-Pelkonen, Niko Kuusela

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Project and Event Management BC00BX83-3004 01.01.2021-31.07.2021 5 credits (LBE20S) +-
Course contents

The Project Management Framework
Global Business and intercultural Projects
Project Communication Management
Project Risk Management
Project Documentation and Project Management Tools

Event management theory
Event typology and types of events
Operational and strategic dimensions of events
Event management or responsible role in an event

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- LBE20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
R&D Studies in Esports LB00BK52-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will have the basic skills to become an expert and carry out different types of development projects and they will understand their significance to competence development. They will be able to apply research methods in eSports enterprise development and can critically evaluate knowledge generated by research and development work.

Course contents

- R&D points of departure,
- Qualitative research process,
- Quantitative research process,
- Analysis and interpretation of the research material

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The students can use the concepts of research and development and quality control with expertise and in a variety of ways.
The students are able to analyse and critically assess existing research.
The students are able to analyse, compare, combine and choose knowledge and present alternative practices in research, development and quality control processes.
The students are able to analyse, reflect upon and critically assess their own expertise.
The students are able to work independently, responsibly and with initiative.
They are able to work as members of a team to promote and develop the team’s operations to achieve common goals.
The student can critically apply ethical principles in their work.

Good

The students are able to use the key concepts of research and development systematically.
The students can describe the various processes of research and development and give reasons for their use.
They are able to analyse existing research.
The students are able to choose suitable practices and methods for research and development and quality control work based on acquired knowledge
The students are able to assess and reflect on their own expertise.
The students are able to work independently and responsibly.
They are able to work as members of a team to achieve common goals.
They are able to justify their work according to ethical principles.

Satisfactory

The students are able to use as required the key concepts of research and development work.
They are able to outline the general process of research and development.
The students are able to summarise an existing piece of research.
They are able to plan the implementation of a method or methods linked to a research process, as required, although their work displays some uncertainty.
The students are able to use research and development methods and quality tools as required, with supervision.
The students are able to work as members of a team and take responsibility for their own work with consideration for other members of the team.

Name of lecturer(s)

Ari Teirilä

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Ari Teirilä, Ari Afflekt

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Self Management and Personal development Programme LB00BK53-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The aim of this programme is to provide students with the tools, which will ensure a successful commencment of their studies leading to success in future careers, by enabling students to identify their personal learning characteristics, whilst at the same time introducing specific study skills.
The program aims to facilitate the individual development of students.

Course contents

Personal SWOT
Learning styles
Introduction to Reflective Practice
Creative thinking/Problem solving
Presentation Skills

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Study Skills in an International Community BC00BX77-3001 01.08.2020-31.07.2021 5 credits (ATA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know the basic principles and rules of study at a university of applied sciences and can use student services. They will be able to plan their own study path using the curriculum, generic and field-specific competences, and guidance. The students will be able to use the document templates needed during their studies.

The students will be able to define the key concepts of intercultural communication and cultural dimensions. They will become acquainted with students from other cultures and gain an awareness of how culture impacts communication and behavior in a multicultural environment and teams. They will be able to describe the process of adapting to a new culture and will identify and prevent culture shock.

Course contents

Welcome to KAMK!
University studies and guidance services
Study path planning
Cultural concepts and dimensions
Intercultural communication in a multicultural environment and teams

Name of lecturer(s)

Jaana Härkönen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021
Group(s)
- ATA20S
- ASL20S
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Erja Karppinen, Jaana Härkönen, Kari Partanen, Peter Stricker, Ruey Komulainen, Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Thesis LB00BK75-3003 01.01.2021-31.12.2021 15 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will develop and demonstrate their abilities to apply their knowledge and competences in a practical assignment requiring expertise linked to their professional studies. They will deepen their professional competence in RDI activities by completing a working life based research, development or other project in the form of a thesis. Students will be able to compile an accurate, carefully written and logical thesis as well as an accurately written maturity test.They will be proficient in the written and spoken forms of communication required in working life.

Course contents

Thesis plan, its presentation and acting as opponent
Actual thesis (+ thesis workshop work)
Presentation seminars
Maturity test

Name of lecturer(s)

Erja Karppinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Erja Karppinen, Janus Pitkänen, Katja Salminen, Jani Vattula, John Wideman, Ari Afflekt, Päivi Dahl

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Academic year 2021 - 2022

Academic English 1 BC00BX79-3004 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 3 credits (ATA21S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will improve their oral and written communication skills and academic vocabulary. In written communication, the focus will be on academic writing and in oral communication, formal English language usage.

Course contents

Genres of academic English
Academic style and structures
Paraphrase and summary
Avoiding plagiarism: referencing
Academic presentations

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The student can use the features of formal and academic writing systematically and reflectively. His/her grammar usage is impeccable. The student can write a text according to the features of academic writing with fluency using varied and appropriate vocabulary, and correctly referenced academic sources. The student has an extensive academic vocabulary. The student is able to communicate fluently in both writing and speaking while demonstrating an awareness of formal academic style.

Good

The student can identify and apply the features of academic writing fairly consistently. The student is able to use grammar correctly although some errors might occur. The student can write a text according to the main features of academic writing with relative fluency, using a variety of vocabulary and sources that are mainly referenced correctly. The student has a good command of academic vocabulary. The student is able to communicate clearly in writing and orally without reading directly from a text.

Satisfactory

The student can recognize and name the features of academic writing. However, the student's language usage may be inconsistent with the norms of standard English and academic writing and basic errors in style, grammar, pronunciation, and intonation occur. The student can write an understandable and logical text with appropriate content using some academic concepts of his/her field. The student is able to communicate the main ideas of a topic in writing and orally.

Name of lecturer(s)

Kaisa Enticknap-Seppänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- ATA21S
- LBI21S
- ASL21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Kaisa Enticknap-Seppänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Basics of Esports Landscape LB00BK46-3004 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (LBE21S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students gain basic knowledge of eSports as a business environment. The students learn what is eSports and why it is important and what more it is than just playing video games. Students come to know of eSports history and more specific definitions of eSports. The students will learn about various stakeholders working in the field and their role in the eSports industry.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

No prior knowledge required

Course contents

eSports basics. History, definition and landscape.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Student perfectly understands the basic elements of esports. The student is able to explain the history and draw conclusion on how it has affected esports. Student understands the importance of stakeholders and their business models and earning logic. Student also understand the cooperation between stakeholders in eSports field. The student is able to define esports and explain the reasons behind the phenomenon.

Good

Student understands the links and roles between different stakeholders. The student understands the history and is able to explain the development of eSports into its current state. Student will be able to define eSports and explain why it is regarded as a sport.

Satisfactory

Student understands what is eSports and why it is important. Student can explain the history. Student understand the business landscape and how it works in practice. Student knows the history of eSports and understand the idea behind the development.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Business Operations BC00BX80-3002 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (LBE21S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will adopt an entrepreneurial attitude, learn to understand fundamental business concepts and processes and the significance of business operations in society. The students will also be able to describe the basic functions of a company and understand the basics of running a profitable business.

Course contents

The significance of business operations in society
External and internal entrepreneurship
Business concept and idea
Basic business model and processes
Stakeholders and networking
Company forms
Marketing and customer oriented working methods
Business profitability

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The students are able to use business concepts extensively and combine them.
The students are able to analyse, compare, and critically assess their own business competence and business practices using acquired knowledge. They can work as a group advancing and developing the group's activities.

Good

The students are able to describe and give reasons for business and entrepreneurial practices. They are able to work independently according to existing knowledge and guidelines and can apply business methods and models in business operations. The students are able to work as group to achieve common goals and to justify their activities according to professional ethical principles.

Satisfactory

The students are able to define and use fundamental business concepts in accordance with professional ethical principles.

Name of lecturer(s)

Anne Määttä

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE21S
- ATA21S
- LBI21S
- ASL21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Anne Määttä, Janus Pitkänen, John Wideman

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Esports Academy II LB00BK65-3002 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Student is able to create believable and scientific content in esports. Student understand what is required in a project management and how to create teaching material. Student understands the practicalities and the pedagogical point of view in content creation. Student is able to give arguments based on the created material and highlight the importance of the subject.

Course contents

Course will be part of Nordic Esports Academy Summer school and will focus on planning the esports summer school. Alternate ways to complete the course related to content creation on other subjects.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Esports Events and Seminars LB00BK69-3002 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (LBE19S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The student will gain practical knowledge about the events in esports industry. Practical skills can be put to use when working in an environment or company that plans, participates or sponsors esports events somehow. This relates to organizing as well as participating in esports events to gain insight of esports as a phenomenon.

Course contents

The student will participate in esports events and seminars. Events need to include esports or video game related content.

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE19S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Experiential Events BC00BY75-3004 01.08.2021-31.10.2021 5 credits (AMA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will understand the significance of memorable experiences and narratives in event production and the role of catering as a part of the event experience.
The students will be able to plan responsible events taking into account the special features of the region and the opportunities offered by the environment.

Course contents

Memorable experience
Creating narratives
Catering as a part of events
Responsibility
Special cultural features

Name of lecturer(s)

Marjukka Turunen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.10.2021
Group(s)
- AMA20S
- ATA20S
- LLT20SH
- LLT20SM
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Marjukka Turunen, Helka Leimu-Pelkonen, OPE_Matkailu_1 OPE_Matkailu_1

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Finnish for Foreigners 1 BC00BX94-3002 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (LBE21S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will be able to communicate on a day to day basic in Finnish and will get to know Finland: the country, its society, people, language and culture.

Course contents

Pronunciation, reading and conversation practice.
Basic vocabulary and phrases used in simple everyday communication.

Assessment criteria

Excellent

The student can speak satisfactory Finnish in short conversations about everyday life. The Student is able to identify necessary information in short texts and in spoken language.

Good

The student understands topics of conversations he/she is involved in. He/she can answer questions in short phrases. The Student can read short texts, F.e. signs or advertisements of his/her interest.

Satisfactory

Students can form comprehensible sentences using standard Finnish and recognize numerals in their basic form and can converse using simple questions and answers.

Name of lecturer(s)

Rea Stricker

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE21S
- ATA21S
- LBI21S
- ASL21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Rea Stricker

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
ICT and Business Applications BC00BX78-3005 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits (ATA21S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students should be able to select and use appropriate software to perform various business functions.
Students should be able to design appropriate formats for presenting data for different purposes and for a variety of business functions, e.g. word-processed documents, PowerPoint presentations and spreadsheet documents.
Students should be able to use Collaboration Tools for Teamwork and small Projects

Course contents

Introduction to Business Applications and Data Security
Basic functions of word processor software (MS Word)
Presentation graphics (MS Power Point)
Spreadsheets: sheets, formulas, functions and graphics (MS Excel)
Introduction to Collaboration Tools for Teamwork and small Projects

Assessment criteria

Excellent

Students can solve demanding business problems using office applications, 90–100% of maximum points in exam.

Good

Students can use computers and toolkit programs in many different ways for communication, presentation and calculation work, approximately 66-90 % of maximum points in exam.

Satisfactory

Students can use computers for basic tasks, approximately 50-65 % of maximum points in exam.

Name of lecturer(s)

Jani Vattula

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- ATA21S
- ASL21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Practical Training LB00BN86-3003 01.06.2021-31.12.2021 30 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

To provide the student with an insight of the commercial world and an opportunity to apply knowledge gained to practical tasks. It also provides the student with an opportunity to acquire new skills and encourages personal development.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

efore starting the placement the student must have completed all basic studies and have earned a minimum of 115 credits. It is recommended that the placement is completed during the spring semester of the 3rd study year.

Course contents

Students are required to work as a trainee in a foreign company. Practical training can also be accomplished locally.
- information sessions before and after the practical training period
- 800 hours (about 5 months) practical training to be completed in one uninterrupted period
- training report and tasks

Name of lecturer(s)

Janus Pitkänen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.06.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Janus Pitkänen, Jani Vattula, John Wideman, Ari Afflekt

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business
Profitable Event Management BC00BY76-3004 01.08.2021-31.10.2021 5 credits (AMA20S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will be able to plan a safe, responsible and profitable event.

Course contents

Content production, technical implementation and financial planning in event production
Event ecosystem
Event marketing
Creating a safe and responsible event

Name of lecturer(s)

OPE_Liiketoiminta OPE_Liiketoiminta

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.10.2021
Group(s)
- AMA20S
- ATA20S
- LLT20SH
- LLT20SM
- LBE20S
- LBI20S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

OPE_Liiketoiminta OPE_Liiketoiminta, Helka Leimu-Pelkonen

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Study Skills in an International Community BC00BX77-3002 01.08.2021-20.03.2022 5 credits (LBE21S, ...) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know the basic principles and rules of study at a university of applied sciences and can use student services. They will be able to plan their own study path using the curriculum, generic and field-specific competences, and guidance. The students will be able to use the document templates needed during their studies.

The students will be able to define the key concepts of intercultural communication and cultural dimensions. They will become acquainted with students from other cultures and gain an awareness of how culture impacts communication and behavior in a multicultural environment and teams. They will be able to describe the process of adapting to a new culture and will identify and prevent culture shock.

Course contents

Welcome to KAMK!
University studies and guidance services
Study path planning
Cultural concepts and dimensions
Intercultural communication in a multicultural environment and teams

Name of lecturer(s)

Erja Karppinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 20.03.2022
Group(s)
- LBE21S
- ATA21S
- LBI21S
- ASL21S
Unit, in charge

Business

Teacher(s)

Erja Karppinen, Peter Stricker, Sami Malm, Kaisa Enticknap-Seppänen, Jani Vattula

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Study Skills in an International Community BC00BX77-3004 01.08.2021-31.12.2021 5 credits +-

Learning outcomes of the course

The students will know the basic principles and rules of study at a university of applied sciences and can use student services. They will be able to plan their own study path using the curriculum, generic and field-specific competences, and guidance. The students will be able to use the document templates needed during their studies.

The students will be able to define the key concepts of intercultural communication and cultural dimensions. They will become acquainted with students from other cultures and gain an awareness of how culture impacts communication and behavior in a multicultural environment and teams. They will be able to describe the process of adapting to a new culture and will identify and prevent culture shock.

Course contents

Welcome to KAMK!
University studies and guidance services
Study path planning
Cultural concepts and dimensions
Intercultural communication in a multicultural environment and teams

Name of lecturer(s)

Niko Kuusela

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

English

Timing

01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

Unit, in charge

School of Tourism and Sports

Teacher(s)

Niko Kuusela

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in Sports and Leisure Management, Bachelor’s Degree in International Business, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Evaluation scale

0 - 5
Thesis LB00BK75-3003 01.01.2021-31.12.2021 15 credits (LBE18S) +-
Learning outcomes of the course

Students will develop and demonstrate their abilities to apply their knowledge and competences in a practical assignment requiring expertise linked to their professional studies. They will deepen their professional competence in RDI activities by completing a working life based research, development or other project in the form of a thesis. Students will be able to compile an accurate, carefully written and logical thesis as well as an accurately written maturity test.They will be proficient in the written and spoken forms of communication required in working life.

Course contents

Thesis plan, its presentation and acting as opponent
Actual thesis (+ thesis workshop work)
Presentation seminars
Maturity test

Name of lecturer(s)

Erja Karppinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.01.2021 - 31.12.2021
Group(s)
- LBE18S
Unit, in charge

School of Business

Teacher(s)

Erja Karppinen, Janus Pitkänen, Katja Salminen, Jani Vattula, John Wideman, Ari Afflekt, Päivi Dahl

Programme(s)

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business, Bachelor of Business Administration: 210 ECTSBachelor of Business Administration

Academic year 2020 - 2021

Academic year 2021 - 2022

Bachelor's Degree in eSports Business, Bachelor of Business Administration: 210 ECTS
Bachelor of Business Administration