Business (Master of Science - 5 years)
See study programmeThe programme is designed in accordance with the recommendations of the National Council for Economic Administrative Education, whereby the programme must cover at least business finance, social economics, administration and methods. The first year provides students with understanding of markets and organisations as well as developing their ability to critically reflect upon fundamental principles and values. This year also contains courses in mathematics, statistics, financial analysis and law. The second year of study provides a specialization within social economy, business finance, organization and leadership, strategy and marketing, in addition to an elective course (10 ECTS). The third year of study contains three compulsory courses: economics, business administration and methods. Students have the opportunity to specialize within an area of their choosing. The theme for the bachelor's thesis is connected to the specialization. The fourth year of study focuses on central subjects such as business and economic analysis, strategy, ethics and leadership, as well as methods. Teaching occurs in lectures and group work with both lesser and larger home assignments. In the spring semester, students should a major and minor. The major is comprised of one course in the spring semester and two courses in the autumn semester of the fifth year of study. The minor is comprised of one course in each of the same semesters. The fifth year of study is comprised of courses within the major and minor areas of study. In the last semester, students work on their master's thesis. Major and minor offers will vary from year to year in accordance with student interest and faculty resources. The language of instruction is Norwegian in the first three years of study, while the final two are primarily taught in English.
Majors:
- Management accounting
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Finance and investment
- International Business
Majors and minors are offered based on student interests and available faculty resources, and may vary from year to year.
Knowledge and understanding Upon completion of the programme, the candidate should:
- Have advanced knowledge in the field of business administration and specialized knowledge in a chosen major
- Have a thorough knowledge of theories and methods within business administration
- Be able to apply knowledge in new areas within business administration
Skills Upon completion, the candidate should:
- Be able to analyze existing theories, methods and interpretations within the field of business administration and work independently on practical and theoretical problem-solving
- Be able to interpret, critically assess and use appropriate methods in an independent manner
- Be able to master the relevant research tools and techniques
General knowledge Upon completion, the candidate should:
- Be able to apply his/her knowledge and skills in new areas to carry out advanced tasks and projects
- Be able to communicate about academic issues, analysis and conclusions within the field of business administration, both for specialists and the general public.