XJAX8000 Japanese Event Project (1–6 cr)

In this course, students plan and organize one or more events centered on Japanese culture within a broader event series. The work is carried out in student teams with light guidance from instructors. During the course, students

• develop their multilingual communication skills by communicating in Japanese, Finnish, and English for different target audiences.
• practice project management through planning, scheduling, and executing events collaboratively.
• enhance their teamwork and professional skills, including responsibility sharing, working in multilingual and multicultural teams, and collaborating with companies and other partners (e.g., Toyota, JAL, Cefmof).

Students can influence the scope and level of challenge of the course through their chosen role (e.g., team leader or team member).

After completing the course, the student

• recognizes key project management skills such as scheduling, independent work, and teamwork, and has applied these skills in a practical project context.
• is able to adapt their communication and language choices to the needs of the target audience, as well as to relevant brand guidelines.

• has gained an understanding of the principles of refinement, attention to detail, and the provision of an excellent visitor experience (omotenashi) in a multilingual and multicultural environment, and has applied these principles and skills in a project implemented by students.