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Join the Future of Business at Novia University of Applied Sciences in Turku, Finland!

Are you ready to lead the charge towards a greener, more sustainable future? The Master’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Business Design at Novia University of Applied Sciences is your gateway to making a significant impact in the world of business. This postgraduate degree in business administration is tailored for individuals with at least a Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant work experience.

Why Choose Our MBA Programme?

• You may focus on sustainability. Sustainability is not just a trend; it’s the future. Our programme equips you with the skills to develop circular business models and practices that are essential for both businesses and society. Learn how to promote environmental and corporate social responsibility while driving economic growth.
• You can make a real-world Impact. Sustainable businesses are at the forefront of reducing carbon footprints, minimising waste and pollution, and conserving natural resources. By mastering these practices, you’ll help build a positive reputation for your organisation, cultivate customer loyalty, and attract top talent.
• You can answer to global Challenges. Address pressing global issues such as climate change, inequality, and poverty. Our curriculum is designed to prepare you to tackle these challenges head-on.

Innovative Learning Approach

Our pedagogical approach is based on flipped learning, ensuring you get the most out of your education:

• Learn by doing pre-class preparation. Engage with digitised or online lectures as homework, allowing you to internalise theoretical foundations at your own pace.
• Learn actively. Participate in dynamic in-class activities such as discussions, peer teaching, presentations, projects, problem-solving, and group work. This method promotes deeper learning and empowers you to build upon your existing knowledge.

Boost your career and join us now!

Take the next step in your career and become a leader in sustainable business design. Apply now to the Master’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Business Design at Novia University of Applied Sciences and be part of the solution for a better tomorrow.

Goal

The degree programme delivers both generic and programme-specific competences, encompassing knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Upon completing the MBA programme in Sustainable Business Design, you will be able to:

• Implement environmental design thinking business
• Start and run a circular business
• Innovate and recognise green business opportunities
• Develop personal and professional strengths and an ecopreneurial mindset
• Understand the eco-friendly business environment and its regulations and reporting
• Drive digital business transformation
• Manage sustainable business operations
• Achieve growth
• Apply research, development, and foresight methods
• Lead themselves, teams, and organisations in a responsible way
• Develop strategic initiatives.

Thesis

The thesis is a research-based development project that showcases the ability to apply research data and develop innovative solutions for a variety of organisations.

Government Decree (423/2005, §7)

"The objective of the master’s thesis is to develop and demonstrate the student’s ability to apply research data and use chosen methods to analyse and solve problems arising in professional work. It also demonstrates the student’s readiness and ability for independent, demanding expert work."

Internationalisation

An international learning environment will be realized by students and teachers having an international background and experience.

Cooperation With Other Actors

All studies are work-related, with students undertaking projects in their own businesses, organizations, or with commissioners. Ten credit points can be earned through work in their own company or organisation, involving concept of work-based development. This includes planning and executing development projects, design sprints, and reflections under the supervision of university faculty.

Continuing Education Opportunities

The graduates may continue to doctoral studies, but the students are advised to contact possible universities in advance and ask about their prerequisites. This way the studies can be planned to meet the requirements.

Research Focus

Studies are characterised by a research and development approach. The students are welcome to join potential research and development projects running at the university of applied sciences.

Qualification

The Master’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Business Design is a university of applied sciences post-graduate degree.

Under the Finnish legislation, a person who has taken the Master’s degree is qualified for posts or positions for which the qualification requirement is a second-cycle higher education degree. In some cases, the qualification requirement also includes the completion of studies in certain specified fields of study. The degree falls under the Article 11 of the Directive 2005/36/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on the recognition of professional qualifications, level e.