School of Business

Studies and programmes

The School of Business offers bachelor's and master's level programmes as well as doctoral studies. In addition, Aalto University offers lifewide learning content from individual courses to more extensive continuous professional development. Welcome to study at Aalto!
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At the Aalto University School of Business, students dive into business hands-on: through real-life cases, consultancy projects and internships. All of our students are provided with a unique and meaningful learning experience in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

Bachelor's programmes in business and economics

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Kauppatieteet, kauppatieteiden kandidaatti ja kauppatieteiden maisteri, Aalto-yliopisto

Kauppatieteiden kandidaattiohjelmassa opit monipuolisia tietoja ja taitoja liittyen liiketoimintaan, johtamiseen ja yrittäjyyteen.

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Economics, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Economics programme provides tools and knowledge to understand and explain current phenomena in the world from an economic perspective.

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Finance, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Specialise in finance from day one. Learn to make strategic, data-driven financial decisions that shape businesses, institutions, and society.

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International Business, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Combine a rigorous academic education in core international business disciplines with hands-on studies and teamwork at one of Europe’s top business schools.

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Technology, Business and Design

Technology, Business and Design, Bachelor and Master

Study technology, business and design together. Explore Aalto broadly, then specialise in one major and get ready for diverse master’s studies and careers.

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Master's programmes in business and economics

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Sustainable entrepreneurship, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Get the tools to lead sustainable business ventures – and join the race to solve some of the world’s most urgent problems!

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Business Analytics, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Studying in the Master’s Programme in Business Analytics gives students a unique combination of skills in leadership, business, and technology. Programme graduates are future leaders of the digital and sustainable era. The programme provides students with in-depth knowledge in data-based decision-making and analytics and allows them to specialise in different business domains.

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International Management, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The programme prepares students to operate responsibly and successfully in influential decision-maker positions in a globalized environment.

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People Management and Organizational Development, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Master’s Programme in People Management and Organizational Development
provides students with expert knowledge and the analytical, communication and teamworking skills needed to help organizations to develop their operations successfully and sustainably. Upon graduation students work in expert and leadership roles in the fields of human resource management and organizational development. The programme further offers students a unique chance to complete a double degree programme with the University of Queensland (AU) or University of South Carolina (US). The programme is run in close collaboration with business, public organizations and NGOs. Thus, the programme offers students the latest knowledge in people management and organizational development in rapidly changing world of work and organizations.

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Strategic management in a changing world, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Strategic Management in a Changing World is a unique Master’s programme that teaches students how to develop effective strategy in a rapidly changing world. Graduates are analytical decision-makers who can identify valuable business opportunities by evaluating of complex global megatrends such as sustainability, digitalization, and globalization. To action these new opportunities, the programme teaches students how to bring an entrepreneurial mindset into their organizations.

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International Design Business Management, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

IDBM is a pioneering and renowned study programme that truly embodies the vision of Aalto by integrating design and technology with global business development. Through transdisciplinary teamwork and real-life business challenges provided by our prominent industry partners, the programme prepares students as the next generation of creative professionals. IDBM is uniquely positioned as the only programme offered in all six schools of Aalto, allowing programme graduates to earn a Master’s degree in either business, design or technology.

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Creative Sustainability, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Creative Sustainability programme provides students with the skills and knowledge to address pressing global sustainability challenges through business. Students with different backgrounds are united by the creative solutions, hands-on methodologies and shared values that characterise the programme. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership positions that require harnessing business understanding to reach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Information and Service Management, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Master's Programme in Information and Service Management is the most tech-savvy programme at the Aalto University School of Business. The ISM programme shapes students into future leaders of the digital era with a unique combination of leadership, business and technology. ISM provides students with in-depth expertise in developing, managing and leading data-heavy businesses, making graduates highly sought after in the job market.

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Marketing, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Build the strategic, data-driven skills you need to lead marketing effectively and responsibly in fast-changing global markets.

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Economics, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Economics programme prepares students to structure and understand the world through in-depth economic expertise and strong analytical skills, combined with computation and data processing skills. It is meant for students who are fascinated by complex challenges such as climate change, inequality and innovation, and want to address these challenges in an analytical manner. Students have the unique opportunity to be part of Helsinki Graduate School of Economics, formed by Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, and University of Helsinki, that aims to train the future generation of world-class economists.

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Accounting, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

The Master’s Programme in Accounting prepares students for producing and using financial and non-financial information to control and manage companies. Accounting, whether financial accounting or management accounting, is at the heart of every business and a critical part of planning and decision-making in companies. Accounting graduates possess invaluable and highly universal know-how for succeeding in different organisations across all industries and continents.

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Finance, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Dive into finance: learn to understand financial markets, manage risk and navigate global issues to face the latest challenges in the field.

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School of Business Yritysjuridiikka

Yritysjuridiikan maisteriohjelma

The Master´s Programme in Business Law is taught in Finnish.
For more information visit our Finnish web site.

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Doctoral programme in Business, Economics and Finance

Our doctoral programme is a four-year, English-language programme with three specialisation areas: Business, Economics and Finance. The programme is designed for highly-motivated and ambitious business, economics and finance scholars who are willing to serve as the future leaders in the world of higher education and academic research.

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Aalto Doctoral Programme in Business, Economics and Finance

Doctoral Programme in Business, Economics and Finance is a four-year, English-language doctoral programme offered by Aalto University School of Business - one of Europe’s leading business schools. The program provides rigorous, high-quality research training in a collaborative academic culture that values intellectual independence, critical inquiry, and low hierarchy.

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How to apply for doctoral studies?

Find out what is required of applicants and what can our doctoral studies offer!

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Learn more about the School of Business

You can find out more about Aalto and the School of Business by reading stories from students and alumni, as well as other content, which has been compiled on the page below, following the programme descriptions.

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News about teaching and learning

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Dean’s List scholarships are awarded in recognition of outstanding performance in business and economics studies

Every autumn, the Dean of the School of Business, Timo Korkeamäki, rewards students who have completed their degrees within the target time and with excellent grades
Johtava yliopistonlehtori Johanna Bragge
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The School of Business received top marks from its graduates – five ways in which the school ensures the quality of its teaching

The annual career monitoring survey once again speaks clearly about the value of a degree from the School of Business. Principal University Lecturer Johanna Bragge and Associate Dean Tomas Falk explain how the standard is maintained in teaching
Francois Du Toit, Digital Business Master Class alum in Nuuksio
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Meet Digital Business Master Class Alum François Du Toit

‘I would say the company visits and the practical part was the best part of the course’
Kauppakorkeakoulusta valmistuneet, syyskuu 2026
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The graduation ceremony celebrates graduation from Finland’s leading business school

Every year, a total of about 1,000 bachelors, masters and doctors of science in economics and business administration graduate from the School of Business
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