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Laajuus: 6
Aikataulu: 11.03.2019 - 29.03.2019
Osaamistavoitteet (voimassa 01.08.2018-31.07.2020):
Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to:
1) understand and disaggregate the economic impact of place or destination marketing, 2) analyze the 'footprint' of major regional institutions such as universities, 3) recognize the interrelationships of public and private sector employment, the local tax base, public services, and the desirability of a particular locality, 4) wield marketing (and other) tools to make a given place more attractive, and 5) better appreciate a range of more-or-less dynamic geographic sub-regions.
Sisältö (voimassa 01.08.2018-31.07.2020):
This course explores the concepts of international competition in generating investment, attracting mobile experts, developing creative talent, and cultivating tourism. The course combines studies in marketing, regional development, public & private sector economic policy issues, and strategy. Attention also is given to local and regional development strategies in Finland, other Nordic countries, and elsewhere. Students will have opportunity to choose their own geographic areas of interest, to analyze existing marketing plans, and to suggest improved strategies.