MBA in Management
See study programmeThe programme highlights management from the perspectives of individuals, change, innovation, market, process and professions. The first semester of the programme establishes a shared foundation for understanding how the market, results and organisational design shape the very fundament of management.
During the second semester, we build a platform for shared understanding of processes that aim to create new activity in the organisation as well as a foundation for exercising good day-to-day management. This includes management through inter-personal influence, collaboration, organisation and management control.
During the third semester, specialisation in change management is provided. Change management is, in this context, defined as processes through which changes in the organisation are achieved through decentralised, direct and preferably dialogue-based influence, primarily in the relationship between the manager and his or her co-workers. The second specialisation provided in the third semester is positive leadership. Positive leadership has its starting point in the assumption that the best way of exercising management in a knowledge-based society is through leading employees to lead themselves. They must be led to lead their relations and to leading their own creativity. In order for this to succeed, management must operate in the context of a positive leadership perspective.
During the fourth semester, candidates start preparing for their master¿s thesis through the course in applied research methodology. In addition, emphasis is placed on theoretical specialisation and practical training in self-management. This course also investigates how one can make autonomous groups work.
The final year of study is entirely dedicated to writing the master¿s thesis. The master¿s thesis is an independent academic work written under supervision. The theme for the thesis can be related to the company the candidate works for, to cooperation with other companies or organisations, or to leadership-related investigations among managers.
The practice of leadership in our time depends on a multitude of expectations and performance requirements. Management often takes place under complex and ambiguous conditions and involves insecurity and unforeseen circumstances. Management actions are often fragmented, procedural and adjusted to specific situations. Today¿s job marked thus demands leaders who are able to lead under such conditions and who, in addition to professional education, also possess sufficient knowledge of and experiences in interpersonal interaction, self-reflection and awareness for them to take the lead when the situation so requires.
Knowledge
Upon successful completion of the programme, the student shall:
- Possess advanced knowledge in different aspects of management and leadership
- Possess specialist expertise in leading people in organisations as well as the ability to lead oneself
- Have thorough knowledge of different science-based theories supporting the field of management
- Have thorough knowledge of scientific theories and methods in management
- Be able to apply his or her knowledge to independent decision-making related to management approaches
Skills
Upon successful completion of the programme, the student shall be able to:
- Analyse existing theories, methods and interpretations in management, and work independently on practical and theoretical problem-solving
- Apply relevant methods for research and development work, both with their own research and that of the organisation they are a part of. They should be able to critically analyse different sources of information and data available and provide a substantiated and independent professional evaluation.
- Master relevant professional tools and techniques for good management
General competence
Upon successful completion of the programme, the student shall be able to:
- Analyse and handle problems, challenges and phenomena in an ethical and well-considered manner.
- Apply their knowledge and skills onto areas that they have not been introduced to during lectures.
- Participate in, develop and conduct advanced operative, tactical or strategic tasks and projects in organisations
- Communicate about professional management issues, analyses and conclusions with and to both specialists, co-workers, other organisations and the public in general.
Higher Education Entrance Qualification
English language proficiency
View general admission and documentation requirements
This programme is taught only in Norwegian. Applicants must meet Norwegian language requirements.
Applicants must have ha bachelor¿s degree or an equivalent education comprising 180 ECTS credits, as well as 2 years of relevant full-time work experience upon completion of the degree.
If there are more applicants than study places available, the applicants who satisfy the admission criteria will be ranked according to the following criteria:
The basis for ranking is grade points and any additional points. The system of grade points consists of a weighted average of the grades on the diploma, which constitutes the foundation for admission. All grades count according to the scope indicated for the subject on the diploma. Passed/not passed or equivalent grades do not count in the calculation of the grade average.
Additional points are awarded based on the following criteria:
Relevant experience exceeding the admission foundation: Up to 1 point per year is awarded for up to 2 years. The experience must be gathered upon completion of undergraduate studies. Additional education exceeding the admission foundation: 1 point is awarded per 30 ECTS credits, up to a maximum of 2 points.