The university offers you a dynamic international study environment with classmates from around the world. Many of our lecturers are native English speakers and experienced business experts and we are ranked as having the best teaching in Finland!*. We are also well known for our positive community spirit and supportive study atmosphere that sets us apart from other institutions. Studying on the IBL programme is a combination of interactive lectures, business simulation games, company field trips, and solving real life business cases and projects. You will apply theory in practice so that you gain excellent strategic thinking and problem solving skills. You will be able to lead successful projects and teams with the help of good IT and communication skills. The IBL programme will challenge your critical and analytical thinking and your ability to make ethical and sustainable business decisions. You will find your passion in the field of business. In the third year of your studies, you can specialise in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, Marketing, Finance, or Human Resource Management. Various courses, projects and assignments allow you to select topics based on your professional interests. This gives you the chance to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned in practice in a business field that particularly interests you. As part of Finland’s largest University of Applied Sciences, you will develop your interpersonal skills and innovative thinking in multidisciplinary projects with other degree programmes and companies. At the end of your studies, you will further strengthen your professional expertise in a work placement and your bachelor’s thesis.

Admission is based on entrance examination or SAT score. Sufficient English language skills are also required for degree programmes conducted in English. English language skills will be evaluated as part of the entrance exam.