Global Innovation and Collaboration (5cr)

Code: 5D00DS43-3003

General information

Enrollment: 05.01.2026 - 31.01.2026; Registration for introductions has not started yet.

Timing: 01.05.2026 - 26.05.2026; The implementation has not yet started.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 5 cr

Local portion: 4 cr

Virtual portion: 1 cr

RDI portion: 5 cr

Mode of delivery: Blended learning

Unit: SeAMK Master School

Campus: SeAMK Seinäjoki, Frami

Teaching languages: English

Degree programmes: Master of Business Administration, International Business Management

Teachers: Elisa Kannasto

Teacher in charge: Elisa Kannasto

Groups: MDM25
Master's Degree in Social Services and Health Care, Development and Management; IBM25
Masters Degree Programme in International Business Management

Course: 5D00DS43

Evaluation scale

1-5

Objective

The student is able to identify megatrends, trends and weak signals in industry’s environment. Student can evaluate the impact of the change and transformation processes of business environment. The student is able to identify the opportunities and threats of digital business and develop innovation in worklife. The student is able to collaborate in a global environment.

Content

• Strategic management
• Business forecasting
• Digital business environment
• Service business and innovation
• International business
• Social media and digital marketing
-Global collaboration and networking

Teaching methods

Organized in Germany as a BIP 18.5.-24.5, only for those selected and willing to travel for the intensive week can participate in the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has participated actively in the course. Student has shown in the course ability to comprehend the basic concepts of the course: Student has been able to use the basic concepts of the course in practical business cases.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has carried out work well and participated actively and constructively. Student has shown in the course ability to comprehend the concepts of the course and apply the concepts in practical business cases. Student has been able to develop solutions for the case company in the assignment of the course. Student has shown ability to team work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has carried out work to an excellent standard and participated actively and constructively. Student has shown in the course ability to comprehend the concepts of the course and apply the concepts in practical business cases. Student has been able to develop creative solutions in the assignment of the course. Student works excellent as part of a team.