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Overview
This International Business programme at University of Agder provides students with theoretical insights and analytical skills in handling business management and challenges in international markets. Central to the programme are multinational companies and how they operate. Challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) when entering into the international arena will also be discussed. The study programme provides students with knowledge of how the strategic and operational challenges can be analysed, for example by developing and implementing relevant strategies, management and marketing practices as well as management systems.
International students are admitted to the programme as well as Norwegian, and all compulsory courses as well as several electives are taught in English. The programme gives students increased cultural understanding and knowledge of international business, making them well suited for positions in enterprises operating in international markets.
Careers
Candidates are well suited for a variety of positions in public and private sectors, as well as NGOs, and especially in enterprises operating in international markets. The programme also provides the basis for establishing and running their own business.
Accreditation
The School of Business and Law at UiA is internationally accredited by AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and the accreditation opens the doors for collaboration with good institutions worldwide.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Methods in Business
- Strategy
- Management Control Systems
- Emerging Markets
- Contemporary Challenges in Business and Society
- International Marketing
- International Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
- Nordic citizens and applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway: From 15 January till 15 April.
Language
English
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Business Administration Management, Organisation & Leadership International Business View 28 other Masters in Business Administration in NorwayAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
Other requirements
General requirements
The admission requirements must include either a major subject of minimum 80 ECTS credits or an integrated programme of at least two years duration within business administration, marketing, management or equivalent.
The following subject areas must be includes in a total of at least 60 ECTS credits:
- Business Economics
- Economics
- Methodology
- Marketing
- Organisational and management subjects
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 0 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 0 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.
- There are no tuition fees at the University of Agder.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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