The course is directed to students aiming to become entrepreneurs as well as managers or project leaders focused on (international) business development. The course provides deepened theoretical and practical knowledge about strategy, innovation, entrepreneurship, networking and business growth and at the same time, systematically incorporates sustainability and internationalization aspects. The aim is to develop capabilities and skills to act upon business and societal opportunities, needs and challenges, to develop successful businesses and innovations in a global and changing business environment. The course is given and examined in English.
The core course consists of four modules:
Module 1. Perspectives on Strategy, 7.5 credits Module 2. Managing Networks and Internationalisation 7.5 credits Module 3. Entrepreneurship and Business Growth 7.5 credits Module 4. Strategizing in Business Development 7.5 credits
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
1 September 2025
Ends
18 January 2026
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
90 credits whereof 60 credits in Business Administration. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6.
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the department's own agreements will be givenfirst priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the department's own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A2487
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
Notification of admission will be sent in end of May.
