Business Management

In addition to joint application, separate applications offer an alternative path to education leading to a degree at Laurea. Separate applications are organized throughout the year for our various courses. Separate applications are usually organized for applicants who have previously completed studies at, for example, an open university of applied sciences, another university or a certain secondary education institution, or previous work experience in a certain field.The Business Management programme at Laurea is an excellent choice for students looking for a career in business with an international focus whether in Finland or abroad.Aims and content of the programmeThe Business Management degree programme is suitable for students with a variety of backgrounds and interests. Through our programme you will gain a broad understanding of the key areas of business operations and a practical knowledge of all the basic functions of business. You will also be able to specialize in areas of interest.The programme contents are designed to provide a solid grounding in the skills required in today’s dynamic and competitive business environment. In addition to the soft skills of management, collaboration and problem-solving, you will also learn to use many of the digital tools needed in the modern workplace. Several of our courses offer students the opportunity to complete various industry-recognized certifications and qualifications, such as those offered by Microsoft and Google. These will further enhance your prospects in the job market.Flexibility and options for specializationThe Business Management programme is a flexible programme. The core curriculum contains the common courses that all students take, and which cover the essential areas. In addition to these, you are able to choose from several paths and study options with many possibilities also for online studies.A key component of the programme is a focus on data-driven decision-making and the use of digital tools to generate financial and market insights. Many students will decide to specialize in areas such as digital marketing or financial management, but options are also available in fields such as international trade and logistics, human resources, and entrepreneurship.The student’s previous studies and work experience are also carefully considered when planning the studies. In many cases, it is possible to compensate for part of the studies through credit transfer or competence demonstrations, allowing you to progress rapidly through your studies. In all these discussions, you will be supported by a dedicated personal tutor, who will help you navigate the course selections and provide you with career counselling advice.Networking and internationalizationThroughout your studies you will have excellent opportunities for internationalization and networking. As an English-language programme, we attract a diverse range of students and the typical group will contain students with many different first languages, both from other European countries and from around the world.Through Laurea’s partnership network you will also be able to study on exchange in most continents from South America to the Far East, or even do a double degree, as well as experiencing internationalization at home through courses which have been created together with our international partner universities.In the modern post-Covid world, much work will be carried out through online interaction in global teams. Our Working Across Borders project is one example of a course where you will experience the challenges and rewards of this type of collaboration in teams of students and teachers from around the world, all investigating sustainability solutions for a client company.Job-ready skills and career prospectsAt Laurea we are proud of our pedagogical model, Learning by Developing, in which students collaborate on authentic projects with lecturers, companies and business experts to develop and innovate business solutions. We believe this form of learning will develop your business insight and hone your interpersonal and project management skills – all competences which are highly sought after in today’s work environment.Once you graduate, we believe you will have gained key skills in critical thinking and communication, sustainability and entrepreneurship, and technological and digital competence. You will be practically oriented and able to work in different organizations and companies as experts or managers. Many of our students profile themselves as specialists, for example in the field of digital business, marketing, service design or accounting. Others will go on to establish their own businesses.Key features of the Business Management programmeAn international and dynamic environment for studiesA solid foundation in business theory and practice, leading to a broad range of career optionsThe opportunity to specialize in areas such as financial management or digital marketingA flexible programme which can be completed at an accelerated pacePractical assignments with an authentic real-world focus and industry collaborationTraining in the most up-to-date business software and toolsExcellent academic support and careers advice from our dedicated staff