Finnish Culture and History in Hospitality Industry

· Code FIN8RB020

· Extent: 3 cr (80 h)

· Timing: period 5 and period 1

· Language: English

· Level:  Free-elective studies

·Type: Free-elective

Prerequisites

No prerequisites.

Learning outcomes

The course introduces the students to Finnish culture and history. It provides the students with basic information and experiences about the society and its cultural phenomena. The course will outline Finnish hospitality against its historical background.

Successful completion of the course enhances the students’ competence to

·         Understand various cultural phenomena in Finland

·         Work in a multi-cultural environment and see the culture-related potential in hospitality industry

Course contents

·         Business and economy in Finland.

·         History of Finland.

·         Geography of Finland.

·         Finns and Finnish life style.

·         Sports and arts.

·         Music and literature.

·         Finnish hospitality.

·         Finnish gastronomy.

Teaching and learning methods

Discussions and oral presentations

Reading and written assignments

Lessons and field trips 54 h

Independent work 26 h

Identifying and acknowledging previously acquired skills (AHOT)

Teacher/s with the main responsibility for the course

Aino Norrbacka, Haaga

Course materials

Selected articles and material given by the lecturer and guest speakers

Assessment criteria

Active attendance (80% presence mandatory) – 30%                                                                                                                                                                                           

Individual assignments – 30 %

Group assignment – 40 %