Aalto University School of Business
Mikkeli Campus
Bachelor’s Programme in International Business
Fact sheet 2024-2025
Contact Information

Open doors on all continents
Aalto University School of Business is one of the leading business schools inEurope. With over a century of experience in higher education and research,
we train experts and leaders for the future and influence society through impactfulresearch and long-term partnerships.
The School conducts high-quality research on important business and societal challenges
and provides students with a multidisciplinary learning experience in an international context.
The focus is on problem-based teaching and learning, theories are used to analyse andsolve real-life challenges through cases, projects and hackathons. The School of Businessis a community of 4000 students and 200 faculty members with a international students
representing around 40%.
The Bachelor’s Programme in International Business
The Bachelor’s Programme in International Business (the BScBA Programme), located at theMikkeli campus, is one of the leading academic programmes in Finland. The programme isoffering cutting-edge approaches to business education in a vibrant learning environment.
Comprehensive teaching methods, international business studies and co-operation withlocal and international companies provide a solid foundation for working in demanding
and international business environment around the world. The programme offers a uniqueexperience for students with an international atmosphere and beautiful four seasons in thelake area of Finland. The students in the programme all major in international business andthe language of instruction is English.
Triple Crown Status
Aalto University School of Business is the first business school in the Nordic countries to havereceived all three labels of excellence from the world’s leading business school accreditation
bodies: AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. This Triple Crown status is an honour held by only a few
business schools worldwide.
Networks
The Global Alliance in Management Education CEMS, brings together 34 leading businessschools and almost 80 multinational companies and NGOs, who jointly offer the top-ranked,
international and practice-oriented CEMS Master’s in International Management (MIM)
programme. At Aalto students can do CEMS MIM as the Master in Global Management orinclude CEMS in any other major.
Partnership in International Management, PIM is a consortium of 65 top business schools
from around the world that share reputations for academic excellence regionally and globally.
The expertise acquired within PIM permits member schools to enhance their international
commitments. The School of Business is a select member of the network.
Aalto University Executive Education Ltd
Executive education and professional development services - MBA and DBA programmes,
open enrolment programmes, and customized solutions - are offered by Aalto EE. The
Helsinki office coordinates operations in Europe, while Asia-Pacific operations are led fromSingapore. In addition Aalto EE offers education programmes in multiple locations worldwide.

Dean’s OfficeProf. Timo Korkeamäki, Dean
Prof. Virpi Tuunainen, Associate Dean,
Research and International Cooperation
Prof. Tomas Falk, Associate Dean,
Teaching and Education
International Affairs, Mikkeli Campus
Dr. Joan Lofgren, Programme Director
Ms. Mari Syväoja,Manager of Academic Operations
Ms. Annamari Vahvaselkä,
Student Exchange Coordinator
Incoming and Outgoing StudentServices, Mikkeli Campus
Ms. Annamari Vahvaselkä,
Student Exchange Coordinatorexchange-mikkeli@aalto.fi
Tel. +358 44 2927623
Personal e-mail address
firstname.lastname@aalto.fi
Postal address
Aalto University School of BusinessBachelor’s Programme in InternationalBusiness
Mikkeli Campus			
Lönnrotinkatu 5			50100 Mikkeli, Finland
Erasmus code: SF ESPOO 12
PIC-code: 991256096
OID: E10181958
Erasmus Charter Number (2021-2027):
257712-EPP-1-2014-1-FI-EPPKA3-ECHE
Aalto University School of Business
The BScBA Programme
https://www.aalto.fi/en/programmes/
bachelors-programme-in-internationalbusiness-mikkeli
Information for incoming exchange
students
on Student Guide (aalto.fi)

Instagram: @aaltomikkeli
Facebook: @aaltomikkeli

Academic information
Degree structures

Each 6 ECTS course satisfies the ECTS student workload
Aalto University adopted the Bologna-based degree structure in requirement of 160 average student working hours. The entire
2005. The B.Sc. is a three-year programme, while the M.Sc. iscourse related work (including exams) will be completed within
expected to be completed in two years. The Doctoral degree is a the three-week module. There are no separate exam periods.
four-year programme.

Summer studies

Bachelor’s Degree Structure: (180 cr)• Fundamentals of Business Knowledge, 71 cr• Courses in International Business Major, 52 cr• Minor Studies (completed abroad), 30 cr• Language and communication studies, 15 cr• Elective studies, 12 cr

Summer studies in Mikkeli offer unique experiences for exchange
students with international atmosphere and beautiful endlesssummer days in lake area of Finland. During the summer, students
can choose to come to study for 3–13 weeks (1–4 courses) andget 6–24 ECTS credits (no tuition fee).

Grading scale

CoursesAt the Mikkeli Campus the academic year is divided into 15 threeweek modules and courses are offered throughout the year, also
during the summer. The students study one course at the time ineach 3-week module. For a typical module, classes for a 6 ECTS
course are scheduled for three hours a day, five days a week, fora total of 45 contact hours, which includes examinations. Due tothe intensive modular structure, attendance is mandatory andonly few absences are allowed per course.

ECTS GradeAB
CDE
F/FX

Definition

Aalto Numerical Scale

Excellent		
Very Good		Good			Satisfactory		
Sufficient		Fail			54
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Academic calendar 2024–2025
Fall semester 2024 & Academic

Spring semester 2025

Summer studies 2025

year 2024–2025
Nomination
deadline

20 May 2024

16 September 2024

28 February 2025

Application
deadline

1 June 2024

1 October 2024

17 March 2025

Recommended
date of arrival

During the weekend,
24–25 August 2024

During the weekend,
4–5 Jan 2025

At latest during the weekend
before the course starts

Orientation

During the week 35(26–30 August 2024)

January 2025,
dates to be confirmed

Upon arrival

Courses start

2 September 2024

6 January 2025

Every three weeks:
19 May, 9 June, 30 June,and 28 July 2025

Courses end

13 December 2024

16 May 2025

Every three weeks:
6 June, 27 June, 18 Julyand 15 August 2025

Spring Break, 31 March – 4 April 2025

Summer Break, 21–25 July 2025

Independence Day,Epiphany, 6 January 2025

Midsummer Eve, 20 June 2025

6 December 2024

Easter Friday, 18 April 2025

Break week
Lectures cancelled due toa publicholiday

Easter Monday, 21 April 2025
May Day, 1 May 2025
Ascension Day, 29 May 2025

Application and admission
Application information and requirements

Orientation and tutoring

Students interested in an exchange at the School of Businessshould first contact the study abroad coordinator at their homeuniversities. The School of Business accepts exchange students
nominated by its partner universities only. After being nominatedby the home university, the students will receive a link to theonline application.

Orientation days are organized at the beginning of eachsemester. The tutoring service is organized in close cooperation
with the Student Organization Probba. Each exchange student ispaired up with a local student, who will act as a personal tutor. The
tutor will contact the exchange student before their arrival. The
tutor will meet the exchange student when they arrive in Mikkeli
and helps them to settle in at the beginning of the semester andwith various issues throughout the exchange period.

The documents to be uploaded with the online application are:
• Official transcript of records• Curriculum vitae• Certificate of English Proficiency or copy of the language test
report• PhotoServices on campus

The building provides adequate space for a wide range ofacademic activities and student uses. On the campus there areOnce the application is completed and approved, the students
will receive the official letter of acceptance by e-mail.
More information on the application process on Student Guide(aalto.fi).

Please note: Aalto University School of Business Mikkeli

Campus exchange students are not able to take courses at theOtaniemi Campus and vice versa.

Language requirements

Although no official test records of English like TOEFL or IELTS
are required, we expect nominated students to be proficient inEnglish both in writing and in communicating in the classroom inorder to complete the course assignments.
The home institution verifies students’ proficiency prior tonominating them to Aalto. The expected level of English
proficiency is equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (total), TOEFL 87 (total) or
CEFR B2.

also a library, a cafeteria, administrative support offices andstudent study rooms. IT services are provided in cooperation with
Aalto IT, and the Mikkeli Campus is a part of the Aalto University
network offering the same services as other campuses.

Visa or residence permit requirements

Benefits for students

The application can be sent via the e-service of the Finnish
Immigration Service (EnterFinland) and after that the student
needs to visit the Finnish Embassy or consulate in their homecountry. Travel arrangements should only be made once the visa
or residence permit has been issued.

Probba is the official student organization of the School ofDepending on the nationality and the length of stay, thestudent may need a visa or a residence permit. Students should
immediately proceed with the visa/residence permit application
after receiving the letter of acceptance as the process may takeup to six weeks.

Information on the process can be found on Finnish Immigration
Service webpage: www.migri.fi/en/homeStudents from an EU country or Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway
and Switzerland may reside in Finland for a maximum of threemonths without registering their right of residence (EnterFinland).
Students from the other Nordic countries do not need a visa or aresidence permit to live or work in Finland. Nordic citizens mustregister their stay if residing in Finland for more than six months.

Exchange students are entitled to discounts in transportationand student-priced meals in student cafeterias. Students may
join the Aalto University Student Union (AYY). The student union
organizes many leisure time activities such as parties, field trips,
sports and cultural activities.

Business BScBA Programme at the Mikkeli Campus. The main
responsibilities of the organization include promoting thegeneral well-being of students, organizing events, being a link
between the staff and the students and arranging orientationand tutors for incoming exchange students.

More information on AYY and Probba:

The Aalto University Student Union (AYY): www.ayy.fi
Probba ry: www.probba.org

About living in Mikkeli and Finland
Housing and living costs

Explore Mikkeli

Accommodation is arranged by the local student housing
company, MOAS Ltd. Students apply for the accommodation
through MOAS: www.moas.fi

Mikkeli is located 230 kilometres from Helsinki, and it is easy
to reach due to its great public transportation connections andclose location to the capital area.

Normally students stay in shared apartments near the campus.
In shared apartments, students will have their own lockablebedroom and share the kitchen and bathroom with 1–2 students.
There are also single apartments available. The rent varies
from 280–335 euros for a shared apartment and approximately
430 euros for a single apartment (the rent includes furniture,electricity, water, Internet, use of laundry and sauna). A monthly
budget for exchange students would be approximately 600–800
euros per month (including accommodation, living expenses,
course materials and personal expenses).

Mikkeli is located in the largest lake district in Europe surroundedby untouched nature. The municipality has a population of 54,000.
The city, which was founded in 1838, is well-known especially for
its military history. In contrast to this, Mikkeli also has beautiful
manors and numerous destinations of beautiful nature. Today,the beautiful Lake Saimaa nature and services of the area attract
numerous travellers year-round. The city offers great outdoor
possibilities within easy reach around like canoeing, skiing,swimming and hiking. The famous quiet and beautiful Finnish
nature is definitely worth experiencing for yourself.

Fall in love with Finland
Finland is situated in northern Europe bordering Sweden, Norwayand Russia. It is a republic and a member of the European Union
since 1995. Finland has approximately 5.5 million inhabitants. The
national languages are Finnish (89%) and Swedish (5.3%), but
most Finns speak also fluent English. The Euro is used as currency.
Finland has one of the most advanced education systems in
the world and has both a high standard of living and quality oflife. The Finnish population is highly educated by international
comparison, and education is valued in the society. For five years
straight, starting in 2018, the World Happiness Report has singled
out Finland as the happiest country on the planet.

Health insurance
Citizens of non EU/EEA countries who are studying longer than
three months in Finland are required to have a valid healthinsurance when applying for residence permit. Students fromEU/EEA countries are entitled to medical care while staying
temporarily in another EU/EEA country with European Health
Insurance Card (EHIC). Private insurance is however strongly
recommended as an additional security.

Facts and figures of Aalto University
Aalto University School of Business, Mikkeli Campus• Students
240• International Degree Students
80• Incoming Exchange Students
70• Visiting Professors
60• Administrative Staff
10
Aalto University• Students• Bachelor’s Degrees• Master’s Degrees• Doctoral Degrees• Faculty and Staff• Professors
Aalto University has six
schools• School of Arts, Design andArchitecture• School of Business• School of Science

12,0001,300
1,800250
4,00400• School of Engineering• School of ChemicalEngineering• School of ElectricalEngineering

International rankings for Finland#1 Happiest country in the world#1 Most stable country in the world#1 Most digitally advanced country in the EU#2 Least corrupt country in the world#1 in Sustainable development#1 in Environmental health#2 in Gender equality#3 in Quality of life
#3 in Social justice in the EU

Useful Links
Studying in Finland: www.studyinfinland.fi
Finland’s Official Travel Guide: www.visitfinland.com
Information on Finland and Finnish society: www.finland.fi
Mikkeli Tourist Information: www.visitmikkeli.fi
The Finnish Immigration Service: www.migri.fi
Yle (Finnish National Broadcasting Company):
www.yle.fi/news
Train and Inter-city Bus Services:
Finnish Railways (VR): www.vr.fi
Matkahuolto Buses: www.matkahuolto.fi

Rovaniemi

Accommodation in Mikkeli:
MOAS: www.moas.fi

Distances
Helsinki - Mikkeli 230 km
Mikkeli - Turku 365 km
Mikkeli - Rovaniemi 650 km

Mikkeli

Turku
Helsinki