Practical Training (30 cr)

Objective

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.

Content

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

Evaluation scale

Hylätty/Hyväksytty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

P/F
Students must demonstrate sufficient initiative and ability to apply knowledge and competences to business related tasks.

Prerequisites

Before starting the placement the student must have completed 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.