Master’s Programme in International Business – Sustainable Global Business

The Master's Degree in International Business – Sustainable Global Business at the University of Vaasa trains professionals equipped to navigate the complexity of today's global business environment while embedding sustainability and ethics at the core of their competencies.

Knowledge and skills

The programme is built around three interdisciplinary knowledge areas:

• Global Strategies in a Digitized World: Students learn to develop and implement international strategies that respond to digital transformation, market volatility, and sustainability challenges.

• Global Marketing and Entrepreneurship: This area focuses on building entrepreneurial capabilities and marketing strategies that support sustainable growth in diverse international contexts.

• Leading People in a Global Business Environment: Students explore leadership, human resource management, and organizational development with a strong emphasis on ethics and cross-cultural communication.

In addition to theoretical knowledge, the programme develops vital working-life skills such as critical thinking, decision-making, and cross-cultural communication. The learning experience is highly practical, featuring real-world projects, simulations, group work, and guest lectures from industry professionals.

Exploring with DIGI-ME

Students enrolled in the Master's Programme in International Business at the University of Vaasa have an exciting chance to broaden their studies through the EU co-funded DIGI-ME project. This initiative aims at creating and supporting future leaders with transformative innovation-oriented skills in strategic European sectors.

Through DIGI-ME, students gain international experience, strengthen their digital and entrepreneurial skills, and learn in dynamic European environments that complement the degree. 

The programme is EFMD-accredited since 2010 and received AACSB accreditation in 2024, and the University of Vaasa ranks 1st in Finland and 22nd in the world for Business Administration (GRAS 2024).

Tuition fees

EU/EEA students: free of charge
Non-EU/EEA students: € 14,000 per year

Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)

Language: English

Location: Vaasa, Finland (day-time contact teaching + independent learning)

Organisation: University of Vaasa - School of Marketing and Communication / School of Management