Business Information Technology, Developing Digital Services

To whom the programme is targetedThis programme will suit you well if:you have a previous degree in a non-IT field, and you want to upgrade skills and competencies in a modern job marketyou are currently working in IT domain, but you don’t have a formal higher-education degreeyou have full time job and you are willing to pursue a BBA degree via distance learningyou are a fresh high-school graduate willing to pursue a BBA degree via distance learningIn case you already have a degree, previous work-experience on BBA level jobs or IT related cerficates, you will have the chance of compensating part of the programme with credit transfers or competence demonstrations, effectively allowing you to speed-up your study time.Content and career perspectivesThis is a BBA programme with the opportunity to specialize in Digital Services Development. This is a BBA programme with the opportunity to specialize in Digital Services Development and Cloud Development. Additionally, the structure of the programme has a mechanism for recognition of existing competence which enables academic accreditation and acquiring a bachelor level degree in the IT domain. Upon graduation you will have a good set of competences needed in the modern working environment.Independent and self-paced studiesIn online studies, the entire program can be completed online. Online learning requires self-direction, group and networking skills, and the ability to schedule studies to fit one's life. Some of the teaching is scheduled, involving lectures and interactive teaching online. Some of the studies can be completed independently according to your own schedule during the study unit. Online learning is full-time, so sufficient time must be allocated for studies. The studies also include internships, which, if possible, take place in the student's hometown or nearby areas. The internships are full-time and requires attendance.The programme is fully online and it has been designed to meet the needs of students who prefer distance learning or want to achieve BBA degree while working. You will study remotely with the opportunity to interact with teachers, staff, and other students by using modern interactive online learning and communication platforms. You can become a student regardless where you live: in Finland, EU, or any other country in the world.This degree programme consists mainly of distance learning online and and does not require you to stay in Finland. Therefore You cannot be granted a residence permit for this degree programme. More information available on the Migri website (Finnish immigration services).A mandatory 2-day online kick-offA 2-day online kick-off. During the online orientation you'll plan your studies, get to know lecturers and other students. The online orientation is part of the Building Competence Identity -study unit. During this period, we will review your high-school certificates, check your identification, grant you access to Laurea’s online platforms, and launch your studies as to ensure a smooth start with your study process.Practical and up-to-date contentThe programme content is connected to the latest practices and tools applied in the industry. All teachers have a professional background from the business and IT industries.Laurea continuously co-operates with more than 70 industry partners (e.g. Digia, Nokia, PWC, Unilever, Vincit) to bring in the latest technologies and practicies into our courses.Guidance and support during the studiesA tutor teacher will be available to guide you throughout all your study-time with us. The tutor teacher will guide you in:kicking-off your studies so you can get up-to-speed smoothlymake a personal study-plan that fits your study and career objectivesfacilitating interaction with other staff members closely linked to guidance: Head of Student Affairs, (matters related to credit transfer, competence demonstrations, study progress, study entitlement) and the Student Affairs’ Office personnel (study documentation and certificates)Equipment needed to conduct the studiesYou will need to use your own personal computer with a good quality internet connection for smooth download and upload of digital content such as files, images and videos. Your computer should be equipped with a camera and headset allowing you to engage on on-line meetings. We will provide more specific information regarding software and other requirements on Laurea’s web site. In practice, both Windows and macOS platforms work well.Please note that Laurea does not provide equipment (e.g. personal computer) for students.