Department of Accounting and Business Law

Business Law

Business law is taught at the Department of Accounting and Business Law, part of the Aalto University School of Business and one of the leading research institutions in the field in the Nordic countries. We conduct high-quality research in business law, actively contribute to society, and offer top-tier education at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.
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Business Law Studies

Majoring in business law provides comprehensive understanding of legislation and the ability to make sustainable strategic decisions.

Department of Accounting and Business Law
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Business Law Research

Research in business law focuses on the study of legislation and legal institutions that govern business activities.

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Impact

We impact society by supporting decision-making, participating in public discussions, and providing guidance and education.

Department of Accounting and Business Law

Business law integrates legal and business expertise

Business law merges legal and business knowledge. Our research typically focuses on topics such as corporate regulation and taxation, and how these can be leveraged to enhance corporate competitiveness and sustainability. 

Business law expertise and research can be applied broadly in business and policy decision-making, regulatory needs, and even in non-governmental organizations. Graduates in business law gain versatile skills for leadership and expert roles, finding employment in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. 

Contact Information 

Visiting Address 

Ekonominaukio 1 (3rd floor) 

02150 Espoo 

Postal Address 

Aalto University School of Business 

Department of Accounting and Business Law 

P.O. Box 21220, 00076 Aalto 

Department Administration 

Deputy Head of Department: Professor Petri Kuoppamäki 

Student Admissions Inquiries: admissions@aalto.fi 

Doctoral Program Inquiries: doctoral-biz@aalto.fi 

School of Business

We work for better business and a better society. 

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School of Business

We strive for better business and better society. We excel in education and research with a multidisciplinary approach and in collaboration with our partners.

News

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Students developed a dynamic ESG documentation structure for EY’s sustainability team in the Nordics

The framework by the School of Business students helps EY sustainability team streamline its ESG reporting processes as sustainability requirements evolve
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Dean of the School of Business has selected the award winners of the Dean's Impact Award 2026

The award winners are Lari Kauranen, Anna Pitkäniemi and Gloria Vösu
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New research ethics recommendations for AI and nature and environment

Researchers: stay informed of the new recommendations and other research integrity guidance
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School of Business in international media

School of Business researchers share actively their expertise in top-tier media outlets
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