MLI26C704 - Business Consulting in the Global Economy, Lectures, 24.1.2022-11.2.2022

Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to: 1) understand the principles and processes of management consultancy, 2) employ analytical frameworks when approaching business opportunities and challenges, 3) develop, conduct, and integrate secondary research with primary research, 4) understand the value of effective communication in business consulting and 5) develop and improve skills in report writing, time management, negotiation, and project management.

Credits: 6

Schedule: 24.01.2022 - 11.02.2022

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Joan Lofgren

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

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    The focus of this course is on the nature and role of business consulting, along with specific issues common to business consulting. It is an applied course in which students act as consultants for businesses that may have an international focus and have identified a problem or opportunity that needs solving. Specific attention is given to understanding and developing the unique skills required for entering the consulting profession. The course develops competencies and skills in problem diagnosis, solution development, solution communication and solution implementation.

DETAILS

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

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    Course Homepage: https://mycourses.aalto.fi/course/search.php?search=MLI26C704

    Registration for Courses: In the academic year 2021-2022, registration for courses will take place on Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi) instead of WebOodi.

    The course is only for the Mikkeli Campus students and the registration is done at the Mikkeli study office.

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