International Business

Overview

In the International Business programme from Arcada University of Applied Sciences , you will learn how to develop sustainable solutions for economic growth. Thanks to IT being an integrated part of your studies, you will gain unique skills in digital tools and systems, which give you a competitive edge on the job market. As you will spend several months on work placements at companies in Finland or abroad, you will apply your knowledge in practice. In addition to practical business knowledge, the programme offers you several different tracks for specialising.

At the end of your first year you will apply to one of our four specialisation modules, which will make you a top-level professional in one of the following fields:

1. Strategic Marketing and Consumer Insights2. Logistics and International Trade

3. Accounting

In case there are more applicants than places, selection of module will be based on your previous course grades in that subject.

Depending on your major you will learn: how to produce (digital) marketing material and campaigns, make logistical decisions throughout the supply chain, build and manage tourism services, or accounting and making fact-based financial decisions. In addition, you will develop competencies related to either human resources, data analysis or service development.

If you are curious and have a genuine interest in sustainable business or entrepreneurship, sufficient skills to study in English at an academic level, the ability to act in a multicultural environment, and good computer skills, then we highly encourage you to apply to this programme.

Examples of future positions

Regardless of whether you want to work as an entrepreneur, manager or expert within the business world, as a graduate from this programme your career opportunities are numerous. Your future work title can for instance be:

• Customer Success Manager
• Sales Specialist/Manager
• Project Planner/Specialist/Manager
• Customer Advisor
• Online Marketing Specialist/Manager
• Social Media Specialist/Manager
• Marketing Specialist/Manager
• Logistics Specialist/Manager
• Distribution Co-ordinator
• Purchasing Specialist/Manager