Master's Degree Programme in International Business and Entrepreneurship

Master’s Degree Programme in International Business and Entrepreneurship (IBE) is a two-year (120 ECTS) full-time course taught in English. It is a generalist programme that covers key areas in international business, entrepreneurship, and strategy. These three elements are at the heart of contemporary business, where the emphasis is on creativity, diversity, and innovation. In addition, the degree contains modules in business skills, research skills, language studies, and optional studies. Students complete the degree with a Master’s thesis that reports an independent academic research project based on state-of-the-art knowledge on the chosen topic.

Supplementary studies

Depending on the individual background, the student may be required to take some supplementary courses. YTTP2120 Introduction to Marketing (5 ECTS), YTTP2130 Introduction to Accounting (5 ECTS), YTTP2140 Introduction to Entrepreneurship (5 ECTS) and YTTP2110 Introduction to Management and Leadership (5 ECTS) are compulsory for all IBE students, unless an equal course has been completed during previous studies. This course does not count against the 120 ECTS credit points necessary to complete the Master' Programme in International Business and Entrepreneurship.

Discipline-based knowledge and knowledge application
IBE graduates master the degree's three core content areas: international business, strategic management, and entrepreneurship. IBE graduates can apply the core scientific knowledge of their discipline in practice.
Research skills and critical thinking
IBE graduates are competent in creative problem-solving and critically analysing interdisciplinary problems/tasks/challenges related to business development.
Communication and language skills
IBE graduates have excellent communication skills in international business environments.