Managing and leading international high technology, high context or high touch businesses is what the Master’s programme in International Business Management (IBM) focuses on. The ideas that are taught are combined from different fields of managing business, which make IBM a truly multidisciplinary programme and a close connection between theory and practice is maintained in all research, teaching and company projects.

The IBM programme includes three core learning themes: practices of international business, building up international businesses and approaches to international business studies. During the studies, the students are involved in and actively participating in assignments for both small and large companies. The companies offer the IBM students’ master’s thesis assignments, joint research and development projects. The aim of this cooperation is to assist and accelerate companies’ internationalization and expand their already existing international operations.

The IBM graduates will be awarded a Master of Science degree, majoring in International Business Management with the possibility to continue their studies at doctoral level. The graduates are capable of working in a variety of different professions from international sales and marketing, product / service or business management, international sourcing and logistics, manufacturing or service delivery to consultancy, entrepreneurial or governmental professions.

International Business Management student profile

Each year a growing number of students apply to join the International Business programme with background education in business studies, social sciences, or engineering.

IBM student will be a person who is looking for a successful career in business with deep global outlook, someone who desires intellectual growth and personal development through high quality education in an international environment.

The program is design for those students who are highly motivated, proactive, with global mindset and capable of sharing and contributing with their experiences. Leadership potential, assertive communication and analytical skills are required to examine opportunities, generate added value offers and influence organizations.

If your goal is to develop as an integral person, upgrade your professional skills and build up an international network, The International Business Management Master Program in Oulu University is waiting for your application.

Contact Information

Programme Director: Professor Tuija Mainela 
Inquiries: admissions.officer(at)oulu.fi

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