School of Business – Building the future
At the School of Business, we work for better business and a better society by educating future talents.
School of Business 110 years in 2021
The School of Business (today Aalto University School of Business) was founded in 1911, so in 2021 it celebrates its 110th anniversary. During 2021 we will gather on this page interesting highlights and milestones from the history as well as dear memories from the School’s 110-year history. Moreover, we tell how the School heads towards the future. #kauppis110
Peek to the School’s history
Here you can find a few great events and news pieces from past decades.
Kauppis Memories
Here you can read the memories of former and current members of the School community.
Many thanks to supporters of the School of Business
Donations help build a strong future for the School of Business
A warm thank you to all our Kauppis 110 donors!
‘It is rewarding to work in an institution with such strong and extensive support of its community,’ says Dean Timo Korkeamäki.
Business and economics alumni association donates to the School of Business
The donators want to support the internationalization of the School of Business' students and to help them create international networks.
Our Kauppis Memory: Reunions are always happy and often emotional
‘Mikkeli Spirit glues the whole group together.’Read below for more information.Towards the future: The School has a new strategic plan for 2021–24, which includes new mission &
vision and four strategic initiatives.
Our Vision
Our vision is to attract and cultivate global leaders in business research, education, and practice.
Our Mission
We strive for better business and better society. We excel in education and research with a multidisciplinary approach and in collaboration with our partners.
The four strategic initiatives
- Educational renewal with life-wide learning
- Cutting-edge research and infrastructure
- Community wellbeing
- Sustainability
Read more about the School of Business new strategy
Would you like to support Business and Economics?
There is a strong demand for business studies in society and thus, the goal of the School of Business is to grow substantially during the 2020s. With your donation, you can help us to continue offering high-quality education and conducting ambitious research for better business and a better society also in the future.
News about donations and donor stories
Chancellor Emeritus Matti Lehti: I feel great gratitude towards the School of Business
‘By donating, you can support young people who certainly need and appreciate the support they receive.’
The Business and Economics Alumni Association donated to the international student exchange program at the School of Business
The association's 100th anniversary in February celebrated a vibrant association.
Donor Ari Koskivaara: Knowledge becomes outdated, unlike friendship
Ari Koskivaara supported the School of Business by donating shares, whereby the value of the gift is determined based on the market value of the shares.