The Degree Programme in International Business has been designed to meet the requirements of internationally oriented small and medium-sized enterprises. It is intended for both Finnish and international students wishing to seek employment in international trade and marketing.
Contents of the Programme and Career Possibilities The programme takes 3.5 years to complete. The scope of the degree is 210 ECTS cr. The programme consists of 60 ECTS cr of basic studies, 90 ECTS cr of professional studies, 30 ECTS cr of practical training, 15 ECTS cr of free-choice studies and 15 ECTS cr of a Bachelor’s thesis. The programme leads to the Degree of a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). Studies include courses in marketing, international business, negotiation skills, management, SAP, languages and computing. Practical training is carried out during the autumn term of the third year either in Finland or abroad in the field of International Business. After graduation students typically work in international marketing and sales, international cooperation, logistics and controlling.
The programme emphasises interact ion wi thin a multicultural group and it comprises of lectures, discussions, group works, presentations, projects, case studies and visits to high-tech companies. Students have access to up-to-date computer facilities. Many of the courses are delivered in co-operation with visiting lecturers from foreign partner universities. Students are encouraged to complete a part of their degree, including practical training, in partner institutions in Europe, Asia and the USA. The special needs of a student can be taken into consideration in the student’s personal study plan.
Structure of the degree
For further information about the contents of the studies, please see the online Study Guide in Finnish or in English.