Degree Programme in International Business

Contents:

General Information

Degree title:

Bachelor of Business Administration

Scope of degree:

210 ECTS cr

Duration of studies:

3,5 years

Language of instruction:

English

Application period:

9.1.–14.2.2012

Date of entrance exam:

25.4.2012

Study places 2012:

Beginning of studies:

Autumn 2012

Number of applicants in Autumn 2011:

762 of which 232 primary and 153 eligible applicants

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– A long way from home - and loving it
– Great expectations
– Living a social life
– Chinese cuisine is full of flavours and old habits
– Gothic Nordic countries
– Practical training is the best part of studies
– Keeping busy by taking care
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– From Down Under to up here

Objectives of the Programme

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

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.

Implementation of the Degree Programme

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

Basic Studies

60 ECTS cr

Professional Studies

90 ECTS cr

Free-choice Studies

15 ECTS cr

Practical Training

30 ECTS cr

Bachelor's Thesis

15 ECTS cr

Total

210 ECTS cr

For further information about the contents of the studies, please see the online Study Guide in Finnish or in English.