International Collaboration

The Aalto University School of Economics (until 2009 the Helsinki School of Economics) is the leading business university in Finland. The School envisages to become a significant player in international business education. International aspect and worldwide networking are cornerstones in all our activities, as well in academic research, education as in our service functions.

The Helsinki School of Economics has received several international quality accreditations (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS,) and memberships in the most important networks in our field (CEMS and PIM among others). Many international rankings have evaluated us to be one of Europe’s quality business schools.

International co-operation by the Aalto University School of Economics researches has a long tradition. The School's researchers occupy positions of trust in various scientific organizations, are among the editorial staff of scientific publications and participate in international conferences. Contacts established by researchers create research co-operation across borders. The Aalto University School of Economics participates in European research co-operation, for instance, through EU-funded research projects.

In the education of the School of Economics, a global view is an essential part, and we also have a large portfolio of English-language courses and programs. Our MBA and Executive MBA Programs are taught in English by visiting professors from all over the world. We offer Executive MBA programs also outside Finland.

Our degree students can choose from several English-language programs in the Bachelor, Master and Doctoral level. We have an extensive student exchange program with nearly 300 students annually visiting our international partner universities and nearly as many international exchange students visiting us. 

Related links:
» For those planning to apply to the Aalto University School of Economics, please see Student Admissions
» For international students planning to spend an exchange semester at the Aalto University School of Economics, please see Student Exchange
» For the students of the School of Economics seeking to spend a semester abroad, please see Study Abroad