Delivery mode
Online
Location
E-learning environment. The access will be valid for eight (8) weeks from the date of purchase.
Language
English
Scope
Estimated study time 27 hours, equivalent to 1 ECTS
Finland Works
Ready to unlock the secrets of Finnish work culture and elevate your career?
Navigating the Finnish working life can be a unique challenge but also a rewarding journey. This course is designed to help you understand and thrive in the Finnish work environment. Supported by comprehensive research, it offers valuable insights into the societal, organizational, and individual aspects of working in Finland.
As a starting point for anyone looking to build a career in Finland, this course presents a curated collection of practical knowledge and academic insights in an easily accessible format. You’ll explore the roots and characteristics of Finnish work culture, learn how to balance work and personal life and discover effective strategies for job searching and career development in Finland. Whether you’re aiming to join a Finnish company or considering entrepreneurship, “Finland Works” equips you with the tools and understanding needed to succeed.
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Learning Outcomes
Understanding the Finnish work culture is essential for anyone looking to build a successful career in Finland. This course offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the unique aspects of Finnish working life. By exploring the societal, organizational, and individual perspectives, you’ll gain valuable insights into the dynamics of work in Finland. Supported by extensive research, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the Finnish job market.
Cultural Competence: Gain a deep understanding of Finnish work culture, including its roots, characteristics, and how it compares to other countries.
Organizational Insights: Learn about the dynamics of Finnish organizations, including team dynamics and the importance of working smarter, not harder.
Work-Life Balance: Discover how Finns achieve a balance between work and personal life, focusing on well-being and flexible working arrangements.
Continuous Learning: Recognize the importance of lifelong learning and continuous skills development to stay competitive in the job market.
Career Strategies: Learn effective job searching techniques, understand the hidden job market, and explore entrepreneurial opportunities in Finland.
Learning Objectives
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Grasp Employment Evolution: Gain insights into the historical and future changes in white-collar employment at various levels.
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Analyze Work Trends: Understand how work is gradually disconnecting from time, place, and employment. Examine how work is becoming more flexible and the individual implications of these shifts.
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Understand Organizational Impact: Learn how digitalization and sustainability are reshaping modern organizations and their operations.
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Explore Leadership and Structures: Understand the development of organizational structures and leadership styles and their integration with contemporary organizational cultures.
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This course is for anyone looking to understand and navigate the unique aspects of Finnish working life and culture. Whether you are a professional aiming to build a career in Finland, an expatriate adapting to a new work environment, an HR specialist interested in organizational dynamics, or a student preparing for future opportunities, you will benefit from this course.
Contents
This course consists of five chapters and each chapter has multiple sections. After each section, there is either a quiz or a reflection assignment so that you can reflect on what you have learned.
The language of the course is English, and all videos include subtitles.
You can complete the course flexibly at your own pace.
The estimated study time for the course is 27 hours. The recommended study schedule for the course is 4–5 hours per week over 5–6 weeks. However, the course allows flexible study patterns; you can decide on your own schedule and the speed of your progress. Learners have access to the course materials for 3 months.
Chapter 1: Work Culture in Finland
Introduction
Section 1: The roots of Finnish work culture
Section 2: Characteristics of Finnish working life
Section 3: Mapping work culture differences
Section 4: Key takeaways
Chapter 2: Working in a Finnish Organization
Introduction
Section 1: International, Finnish, and organizational culture
Section 2: Work smarter, not harder
Section 3: Team dynamics
Section 4: Key takeaways
Chapter 3: Work-life Balance
Introduction
Section 1: Well-being at work
Section 2: Flexible working
Section 3: Career and family
Section 4: Key takeaways
Chapter 4: Future Skills
Introduction
Section 1: Changes in demand for talent
Section 2: Learning for life
Section 3: Design your skillset
Section 4: Key takeaways
Chapter 5: How to Pursue a Career in Finland?
Introduction
Section 1: Applying for jobs
Section 2: Hidden job market
Section 3: Considering entrepreneurship
Section 4: Key takeaways
Program Fee and Registration
The course is free of charge. The access will be valid for eight (8) weeks from the date of purchase.
This program has adopted Aalto EE's new Customer ID, and it is delivered on Aalto Learning Experience Alex e-learning environment. Before ordering, please visit aaltoee.fi/customerid.
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