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Diversity in the Work CommunityLaajuus (3 cr)

Code: AM00CR14

Credits

3 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Objective

Upon completing the course, the student will be familiar with concepts related to diversity and multiculturalism. They will understand communication differences arising from diversity and the challenges they pose in the workplace. Additionally, they will grasp factors related to collaboration among individuals from different backgrounds.

Content

Concepts and connections related to diversity and multiculturalism
Cultural differences in workplace communication
Development of diversity competence
Special considerations in multicultural work environments

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Passed = level H3
The student knows how to name, describe and use key concepts related to diversity. The student knows how to evaluate itself as part of a diverse work community.

Fail = The student cannot name, describe and consistently use the central concepts of diversity. The student does not know how to function as a member of a diverse work community.

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Enrollment

02.07.2025 - 31.07.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Business

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism
Teachers
  • Katja-Mari Kärkkäinen
  • Iina Korhonen
Groups
  • AMA25S
    AMA25S

Objective

Upon completing the course, the student will be familiar with concepts related to diversity and multiculturalism. They will understand communication differences arising from diversity and the challenges they pose in the workplace. Additionally, they will grasp factors related to collaboration among individuals from different backgrounds.

Content

Concepts and connections related to diversity and multiculturalism
Cultural differences in workplace communication
Development of diversity competence
Special considerations in multicultural work environments

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Passed = level H3
The student knows how to name, describe and use key concepts related to diversity. The student knows how to evaluate itself as part of a diverse work community.

Fail = The student cannot name, describe and consistently use the central concepts of diversity. The student does not know how to function as a member of a diverse work community.