Studies
Become an Expert in Business Management
Business Management is a Master’s degree programme for business professionals who want to enhance their competencies in business management and leadership. The programme is designed to empower professionals with advanced competencies in strategic business management, leadership, and communication. The first intake of students to this degree programme starts in August 2027.
Through a carefully structured curriculum, the programme blends theoretical foundations with practical application, enabling participants to thrive in dynamic, global business environments and take on leadership roles in business with confidence and insight.
A strong emphasis is placed on sustainable business practices, encouraging students to integrate environmental, social, and ethical considerations into strategic decision-making, operations, and stakeholder engagement across various business functions.
This Master’s programme can also be entered via Diploma in Business Management (60 ECTS, 1 year, admissions rolling): Students who successfully complete the diploma programme with required academic performance can join the Programme for the final semester and then graduate as Masters of Business Administration.
On-campus teaching and online teaching
Studies are held on the modern Myllypuro Campus. Classes take various forms, ranging from online and contact teaching to class discussions and teamwork. The curriculum is implemented through self-study, discussion, workshops, and seminars, where students are guided by experienced teaching staff.
Online contact sessions are scheduled mainly in the evenings from 17:00 to 20:00 EET/EEST and on Saturdays. On-campus teaching is held either during the day from 9:00 to 16:00 or in the evening from 17:00 to 20:00.
Study in an international multidisciplinary group
Students have diverse backgrounds in business and from various cultures and countries. Business students will complete a Master of Business Administration degree (90 ECTS)
Structure of studies
Master of Business Administration degree is 90 ECTS. Studies and study guidance are organized enabling students to finish their degree within 1.5 academic years. The fee-paying students only incur costs for 1.5 years (3 semesters) if they finish on time. If they need to extend their studies, additional fees will apply.
Students have the right to complete their studies according to the degree curriculum and their approved personal study plan.
The curriculum includes currently the following studies:
- Orientation 1 ECTS
- Strategy, Management & Leadership 5 ECTS
- Corporate Social Responsibility 5 ECTS
- Strategic Analysis of the Business Environment 5 ECTS
- Project Management 5 ECTS
- Academic Writing Skills 5 ECTS
- Business Modelling and Competitive Environment in the Digital Era 5 ECTS
- Research Methods & Skills 5 ECTS
- Business Analytics 5 ECTS
- Financial Analyses 5 ECTS
- Organizational Development 5 ECTS
- Collaboration and Negotiation Skills 4 ECTS
- 1 elective course of own choice 5 ECTS
- Master’s Thesis 30 ECTS
Additionally, students can take the following language course Finnish 1, 5 ECTS (This course is not included in the 90 ECTS of mandatory degree studies).
Metropolia UAS reserves the right to modify the curriculum.
Master´s Thesis
Students will plan and implement a Research & Development project, usually in a real business environment and typically at their place of work. Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS) will combine innovative development work with academic research. Each student is responsible for contacting and acquiring the partner organization for their development project.
Students receive guidance and support from academic staff throughout the thesis process.
Job opportunities
During your studies, you will meet professionals from different fields. You’ll also find new networking opportunities among our alumni, industry partners, and the organizations that visit our campus and webinars. Your own workplace is another important network during your studies, and your thesis project may open up an entirely new perspective on your current work environment and create future professional opportunities. It is a valuable opportunity, and you should make the most out of it.
Scholarships and tuition fees
The tuition fees concern students who are not citizens of EU/EEA countries. Students pay annual tuition fees based on their right of study. The payment obligation concerns all the academic terms during which a student is registered as attending.
Annual tuition fee 12 500 € for those, whose right of study starts after 31 July 2024.
Questions about applying or application process?
Tel. +358 9 7424 5902, Mon-Wed 10 am – 12 pm
Ask Head of Degree Programme about the content of studies
Send your question to Jaana Näsänen jaana.nasanen [at] metropolia.fi (jaana[dot]nasanen[at]metropolia[dot]fi). If you have questions about applying or application process, please contact Admission Services (see contact details above).
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Applying
- Application period-Start of studiesautumn 2027
- Business
Instructions for applying
In the spring 2027 Joint Application 1 to higher education, you can apply to degree programmes that start in the autumn of 2027. The application period starts on the 7 January 2027 at 8 am and ends on the 21 January 2027 at 3 pm (local time in Finland).
All the information needed to apply can be found on the national Studyinfo.fi portal. At Studyinfo.fi you can find descriptions of degree programmes, application criteria, application instructions, application forms and much more.
Application fee
Applicants who are not citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland are required to pay an application fee in order to apply to higher education studies. The application fee of 100 euros is collected for applicants from countries outside EU/EEA seeking education leading to a degree in higher education. The Finnish National Agency of Education will collect the application fee in connection with filling in the Studyinfo application form. There is no application fee for Finnish or EU citizens.
The application fee does not guarantee that you will be offered admission to studies. The application fee is not refunded if you cancel your application or are not offered admission.
More about application fee in Studyinfo.fi.
Questions about application fees? Contact applicationfee [at] oph.fi (applicationfee[at]oph[dot]fi)The One Study Right Rule
The One Study Right Rule refers to legislative amendments entered into force on 1 August 2026. Under these amendments, a student’s study rights at the same or lower level will be terminated if they accept a new study right leading to a degree. The rule applies only to study rights at Finnish higher education institutions.
In order to be considered for the student selection, you must fill in the joint application form at Studyinfo.fi during the application period 7 January - 21 January 2027. The pre-assignment must be submitted as an attachment to the electronic joint application form during the application period, by 21 January 2027 3:00 p.m. the latest (local time in Finland).
Pre-assignments for spring 2027 Joint Application 1 will be published by the beginning of the application period.In order to be considered for student selection, you must pass the degree programme's own entrance examination as described in Studyinfo.fi. Entrance exam invitations are sent approximately one week before the entrance exam by email to the email address provided by the applicant on the application form.
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More information on the application process
Tel. +358 9 7424 5902, Mon-Wed 10 am – 12 pm
Starting studies
First, read guidelines common to all Metropolia degree students and then degree specific instruction below.
How to start Business Management studies
Information will be published later.