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Welcome to the School of Business, Economics and Law!

Sweden and the Swedish business world have had a great deal of international success over the past 100 years. A couple of important factors of success include understanding and respect for other cultures and human context, which results in the realization that there are no general solutions to local problems. A specific type of leadership and a unique approach to both commercial enterprise and taking responsibility have been developed, both of which have garnered international respect. Research at the School of Business, Economics and Law helps clarify this leadership and approach to taking responsibility, and makes conveyance to students, our leaders of tomorrow, possible.

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Our roots are in local business, which has an international focus and recognizes the importance of high-level research and education - just as was the case when the School was founded. This creates unique cooperation and lays the groundwork for future competitiveness in Sweden. Our business cooperation is also reflected in the School's international work, which is developed in intimate dialogue with our partners. As we form strategic partnerships with leading universities in China and India, we make sure we do so in areas where our partner companies are increasing their presence.

University Of Gothenburg School Of Business, Economics And Law

The School of Business, Economics and Law has set lofty goals. We aim to educate internationally attractive students who have adopted a responsible attitude towards societal development and to perform top-quality research that helps identify solutions to complex global problems. The prerequisites already exist; some examples are breadth of disciplines, motivated and committed researchers, close cooperation and constant dialogue with the business and public sectors, ambitious and creative students and an international focus that has existed for 85 years.

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Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management

Campus Full time September 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management is a degree programme that prepares students for qualified work within the fields of accounting and financial management, both in the private and public sectors. [+]

The Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management is a degree programme that prepares students for qualified work within the fields of accounting and financial management, both in the private and public sectors. With faculty active in research, practice and policy-setting, students will acquire both quantitative skills and an understanding of the importance of organizational context. Upon graduation students will be well prepared for competing on an international job-market. The programme offers 60 credits core courses, within managerial and financial accounting, financial management, and risk management. Furthermore, the programme contains a slot of 30 credits elective courses, either for further specialization within the field of accounting and financial management or for broadening of skills through taking courses from other Master's programmes at Graduate School. The program ends with a 30 credits Master Degree project. Course content is based on theoretical and empirical research, and students benefit from the support of active researchers in relevant fields. Learning activities to ensure Information and Communication Technology proficiency and sustainability literacy are integrated throughout the two years of study. Through lectures and work-assignments, students further develop their skills in oral and written communication, analytical problem solving and teamwork. The programme provides insight into all the main functions of corporate accounting and finance departments, enabling students to compete for qualified positions in the international job market. Future prospects include positions such as managerial and financial controller, financial officer, financial reporting specialist, auditor, and financial analyst. Students from the programme are also eligible to pursue... [-]

Master of Science in Economics

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The Master of Science in Economics is a practice-oriented degree programme that combines analytical tools with policy applications. The programme is designed to meet the increasing [+]

Language of instruction: English The Master of Science in Economics is a practice-oriented degree programme that combines analytical tools with policy applications. The programme is designed to meet the increasing demand for professionals with top quality skills in the private sector as well as in international organizations and the public sector, in Sweden and all over the world. A recent study showed that the employment rate among students with an advanced undergraduate degree in Economics from Gothenburg was close to a 100 percent. The largest share works in the private sector, and many of them work abroad. Most of the graduates have advanced positions where they make use of the skills they achieved during their studies. Length of education: 2 years, 120 higher education credits (hec) Application periods: Non EU/EEA Citizen: 15th January EU/EEA Citizen: 15th April View MSc [-]

Master of Science in Finance

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The Master of Science in Finance has clear objectives, related to applying the knowledge. The graduates should be able to demonstrate a deep analytical knowledge and an operational [+]

Language of instruction: English The Master of Science in Finance has clear objectives, related to applying the knowledge. The graduates should be able to demonstrate a deep analytical knowledge and an operational understanding of financial concepts, thereby having attained skills sufficient to apply financial theory to practical problems and working knowledge of empirical tools including software programmes from professional financial vendors and investment banks. To this end, the programme is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in analytical and empirical analysis, and to educate them more generally about the research process in finance and related disciplines. Thus, the programme is primarily professionally oriented, leading to a job in the financial or business sector. Graduates can work as, for example, fund managers, security analysts, risk managers, asset allocation specialists, financial engineers, hedge fund analysts, and traders. Career opportunities are chiefly with asset management companies, brokerages and investment banks, hedge funds, private banks and pension funds. About the programme TThe valuation concepts and techniques taught to you have proven applicability even outside the traditional investment banking community. Courses in the program aim to give deeper theoretical knowledge and operational understanding of concepts and techniques, thereby enabling You to apply them to practical problems. This combination of a high theoretical level and professional focus enhances Your employability. The master of Finance has good support and collaboration with the Centre for Finance (CFF) which was established in 2003 in close cooperation with the local business society. The current education and research at... [-]

Master of Science in Innovation and Industrial Management

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The IIM programme focuses upon management within the frameworks of short-term and long-term objectives and investments in relation to industrial dynamics and innovation. [+]

Language of instruction: English “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change” Charles Darwin had it right in his famous statement. In business terms, if organizations do not change what they offer and the ways in which they create and deliver their products and services, then those organizations may not be around for too long. The Innovation and Industrial Management MSc programme provides education and practices on how and why to analyze problems and to design solutions, for organizations which are operating in changing markets with evolving technologies and industries. A main rationale for our focus has to do with the international nature of competition. Modern companies face complex industrial and financial challenges of doing business domestically as well as internationally. Companies face particular demands in adapting to these technological, financial, consumer and other changes, in ways which positively affect their future profitability and competitiveness. Global competition requires organizations to develop internal and external analysis of industrial processes and market conditions with particular emphasis on innovation, industrial dynamics and investments. About the programme The Innovation and Industrial Management (IIM) MSc programme is concerned with analyzing problems and designing solutions for organizations operating in changing markets and business models, with evolving technologies and organizations. The overall objective is to provide theories, methods and tools to students as potential managers in organizations operating under uncertainty in complex and rapidly changing environments. The courses,... [-]

Master of Science in International Business and Trade

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The International Business and Trade Programme take its point of departure in present day managerial decision making. Continuous globalization processes of domestic economies have [+]

Language of instruction: English The International Business and Trade Programme takes its point of departure in present day managerial decision making. Continuous globalization processes of domestic economies have led to a situation where firms must face and comprehend the impact from global production and trade networks. Consequently, there is a growing need for firms and managers to respond to the increased possibilities as well as complexities of the greater and more relaxed movement of capital, people, services, products and knowledge as they are subject to and must understand stakeholders at the national and supranational levels. About the programme The programme takes an interdisciplinary approach, synthesizing methods of international business environment analysis with theories concerning internationalization and strategic management of multinational corporations. This also includes an understanding of the legal framework affecting international trade and foreign direct investment. It has its foundation in both international business studies as well as economic geography, making the program unique in the area of international management. The International Business and Trade programme gives you a distinctive combination of training and knowledge about the functioning of multinational companies in the global economy. This is viewed from a business perspective and supported by a profound legal understanding concerning international trade. During the programme, deep insights are accumulated concerning different industries and countries through courses that enhance the individual analysis capability and give valuable skills and understanding concerning project team work. Furthermore, the programme provides opportunities for field work in an international environment and studies at designated universities... [-]

Master of Science in Knowledge-based Entrepreneurship

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

Our Entrepreneurship programme is called the Masters of science programme Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurship, abbreviated as KBE. The programme is supported by Region Västra Götaland [+]

Language of instruction: English Our Entrepreneurship programme is called the Masters of science programme Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurship, abbreviated as KBE. The programme is supported by Region Västra Götaland (VGR). VGR is co-financing initiatives to promote growth and development in Västra Götaland. The initiative's aim is to promote entrepreneurial projects with international potential. Entrepreneurship has become a buzzword, signalling the need for society to transform through new ideas and new organizations. The word raises associations of starting a small company –and some of our alumni do that – while others work on change processes or new business development in large companies and public-policy. Becoming an entrepreneur is also a mind-set about being able to cope with change, through a systematic understanding of what may work, or not, as well as the interactions between the company and the surrounding society. About the programme The Entrepreneurship programme aims to provide students with scientific and practical knowledge about innovation and entrepreneurship as well as with the skills to turn such knowledge into practice. The learning objectives are therefore designed to help the student acquire perspectives, skills and experiences necessary to take on an entrepreneurial role in future positions and activities. The Entrepreneurship programme provides knowledge and skills relevant to developing new businesses as well as renewing existing businesses through entrepreneurship. This involves integrating knowledge about the interplay between services, design, and different types of knowledge with processes of entrepreneurship, business development and commercialization. The programme provides an individual learning process so that each student can... [-]

Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

The main objective of the Logistics and Transport Management programme is to prepare students for leading management positions, focusing on processes, systems and [+]

Language of instruction: English Utilizing state-of-the-art resources, cutting-edge content is delivered by lecturers with international reputations in research and close relationships with industry and government. The lecturers, students and content all reflect the dynamic, colourful and vibrant international arena which pervades and characterizes the global logistics industry. There are excellent opportunities for designing the programme to fit your own personal interests and needs, including the possibility of studying at one of our 140 exchange partners worldwide. Students benefit immensely from numerous guest lectures from senior industry representatives and prestigious overseas experts (see the Visiting Professor and Partnership Programmes). The MSc in Logistics and Transport Management aims to prepare students for leading management positions within: the logistics functions of manufacturers and distributors of all kinds; transport companies and other logistics service providers and; public organizations involved in the regulation and planning of transport and logistics within regional, national and international contexts. The programme provides an intellectually challenging learning environment with wide-ranging content that spans both theory and practice. Lecturers on the programme are not only active researchers, but are also involved in business–related consultancy and government work. Students on the programme have different educational backgrounds, nationalities, and work experience, all of which serve to enrich the learning environment and prepare students for a successful international career. About the programme Increasing international competition, more diverse and demanding consumers, and greater environmental awareness are all important factors that will influence future management and policy decisions in the logistics and transport arena. Programme content... [-]

Master of Science in Management

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

This programme is directed to you who already have a Bachelors Degree in a specific subject area and who are interested in a career as a manager in your future working [+]

Language of instruction: English This programme is directed to you who already have a Bachelors Degree in a specific subject area and who are interested in a career as a manager in your future working life. Upon completion of the programme you will be able to deal with complex management problems and understand the conditions of management in your specific field of expertise. About the programme The Master of Science in Management provides an intellectually challenging environment with a wide range of courses, combining theoretical studies with practical realities. When You are able to independently account for a theoretical argument, apply this to practical reality and, at the same time, develop both, we can say that we have reached our aim. This program is directed to students who are interested in a career as a manager in their future working life. Upon completion of the program students will be able to deal with complex management problems and understand the conditions of management in their specific field of expertise. They will also be able to reflect on their own role as a leader as well as demonstrate an ability to assess social and ethical consequences of managerial decisions. The programme curriculum has five components: 1. Key knowledge 2. Leadership 3. Tailoring your programme 4. Ethics and sustainability 5. Key skills Key knowledge To achieve a leadership position in any organization, there are certain things you must know. The core courses provide you with an understanding of all the key areas of... [-]

Master of Science in Marketing and Consumption

Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Sweden Gothenburg

This Master of Science programme includes cutting-edge courses that focus on the role of marketing and consumption in contemporary society, its cultural underpinnings and global dimensions. [+]

Language of instruction: English It is increasingly important not only to understand the traditional field of marketing, but also to be knowledgeable about changing consumption patterns in a dynamic and complex marketplace. The Master of Science programme in Marketing and Consumption offers cutting-edge courses that focus on the role of marketing and consumption in a contemporary society: its cultural underpinnings, global dimensions and sustainability challenges. The curriculum combines lectures by leading researchers in various marketing fields as well as application of theory on practical marketing problem. This programme provides students with analytical skills in the domain of marketing and consumption that enable them to pursue a successful career worldwide. About the programme The programme is targeted both towards students completing their undergraduate degree and students who choose to enrol after acquiring a few years of work experience. Focus on understanding consumers in a global marketplace Due to a large variety of consumer demands, the marketplace is dynamic and ever changing - with new products being launched regularly as companies compete for consumers’ attention and loyalty. The Marketing and Consumption programme is ideal for students who want to gain expertise in understanding consumers – an area that is critical for success in any market! The consumer focus of this programme provides students with critical knowledge, a distinct advantage over the graduates of other business programmes. With the global marketplace as a starting point and an emphasis on competitive advantage and sustainable consumption, the programme provides cutting edge courses. The programme further... [-]
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