What kind of teaching methods are used at the Faculty of Economics and Business?
The Faculty of Economics uses a variety of teaching methods –
all educating its students to become trained academics, emphasizing
academic education on the interface of development and application
of knowledge, and working from an interdisciplinary approach.
Generally speaking, there are three types of course: ‘Lecture
courses’ or ‘plenary sessions’, in which teaching
is done via lectures (indicated by HC in the timetables), usually
one lecture of one or two hours at a fixed time each week. A
lecture course is usually examined by a written examination
(multiple choice and/or open questions). Courses in which the
lectures are supported by tutorials (indicated by WC). During these
tutorials, the lecture material is studied more closely and put
into practice through exercises, sums or other assignments.
Attendance is not always compulsory, but is certainly highly
recommended in order to become more familiar with the material.
These courses are usually also rounded off with a written
examination. Sometimes sufficient attendance at and participation
in the tutorials contribute to the final grade. Practicals
(sometimes in combination with lectures or tutorials). A practical
is the most intensive teaching method. Under the supervision of a
member of staff, you will work alone or in a small group on a
problem. You will record your findings in a report. Practicals are
usually compulsory. Testing is done by an assessment of your
written assignment(s), including presentations, often in
combination with a written examination.