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Lapland University of Applied Sciences (LAPIN AMK) Bachelor of International Sustainable Business - Lapland UAS (lapinamk.fi).
Lapland University of Applied Sciences (LAPIN AMK)

Bachelor of International Sustainable Business - Lapland UAS (lapinamk.fi).

Rovaniemi, Finland

7 Semesters

English

Full time

22 Jan 2025

Sep 2025

EUR 9,500 *

On-Campus

* the amount of tuition fees depends on the starting year of your studies

Introduction

In the Bachelor of International Sustainable Business you will study business in the Arctic Circle in an international group whilst learning how environmental and social factors impact business decisions. Through your studies, you will become a business expert who can work innovatively both globally and locally and has an entrepreneur-like approach to business development. You will learn about the possibilities of establishing a business of your own and creating an individual entrepreneurship path. You will also be able to recognize business opportunities around you. This degree allows you to be employed in various tasks in different fields in business and also in the public sector.

Sustainability is a cross-cutting theme in your studies. Lapland and the Arctic region offer an ideal location to study sustainability in a fragile environment. The programme encourages the development and implementation of innovative sustainable business ideas in joint projects with businesses, locally and across borders.

You get a strong foundation in business principles such as marketing, financial management, business law, sustainable accounting, business communication, and project planning. During your studies, you will enhance your knowledge and skills in sustainability and its connection with the business. After graduating, you will be able to tackle the most pressing problems of the world.

The study environment

The advantage of the programme is its unique environment. You study in an innovative learning environment that combines theory and practice and modern facilities with advanced technologies that support effective learning. You will gain a more concrete approach to the topics studied in projects implemented in close cooperation with local companies and organisations. The programme encourages the development and implementation of innovative sustainable business ideas in joint projects with businesses, locally and across borders. Implementation of studies may take multiple forms: in-class studies as well as field activities such as practical training in a company and field trips in the region, an international exchange period and virtual studies. Students use the Arctic Valley virtual learning environment in business studies. Santa Claus seal picture

Examples of our cooperation with working life:

  • Organized visits to local and partner companies
  • Real-life collaboration projects with companies
  • Events related to working life
  • Study units preparing you for working life
  • Practical training
  • Job application and CV workshops
  • Various extracurricular and student union activities where you can build your network, e. g. tutoring.

Lapland UAS is an official Goodwill partner of Santa Claus Finland.

Improve your international skills!

Studying in English improves your language skills which is a valued skill in working life. Studying in multicultural groups develops your cultural awareness, which is a highly valued skill in working life. You will also have a chance to experience internationalization at home through joint study unit implementation and events together with the local students. You can also improve your international skills by studying or doing your practical training abroad. We also hope you enjoy Lapland so much that you'll stay here after your graduation. The best way to start that journey is to look for an internship at a local company. During your studies, you get the opportunity to learn Finnish.

Would you like to complete a double degree?

In the Degree Programme of International Business (IB), you can apply for a double degree at Turiba University and at FH Aachen UAS. A double degree programme provides students with the opportunity of studying for a definite period at a partner institution and gets a degree from both institutions.

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