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University of Vaasa

Vaasa, FinlandReviewed 22 October 2026

Vaasa's Strategic Business Development master's focuses on strategy, business development and organisational growth.

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Vaasa's Strategic Business Development master's focuses on strategy, business development and organisational growth. The English-taught, two-year programme combines research-informed study with cases and projects. Double-degree opportunities require a separate selection after admission.

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  1. Strategic Business Development, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration) — 120 ECTS, two years
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Academic eligibility

  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, together with the programme's subject-background and document requirements.
  • The university evaluates academic suitability from the submitted application.
  • Rolling and joint admission do not rank eligible applicants in the same way; a rolling-admission GPA threshold must not be presented as a universal guaranteed offer.

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Language requirements

  • Current master's examples are IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with each component at least 5.5, or PTE Academic 62 overall.
  • Approved TOEFL and documented English-taught degree routes also exist, including qualifying degrees from India.
  • Tests must be valid when applying, with results shared or verified according to the university's instructions.

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Study intakes

  • The advertised next intake is autumn 2027.
  • Orientation normally takes place near the end of August, followed by courses in early September; use your programme's confirmed joining instructions.

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Application deadlines

  • The 2027 joint application runs from 7 January at 08:00 to 21 January 2027 at 15:00 Finnish time.
  • The rolling-admission period is to be announced separately.
  • Do not substitute an older rolling timetable or scholarship payment deadline for the application closing date.

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International tuition

  • The autumn 2027 application guidance quotes EUR 14,000 per year for international master's programmes, subject to fee-liability classification.
  • This is an annual tariff, not the full two-year budget.
  • Housing, daily expenses and any applicable national application charge are additional.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The university offers tuition waivers tied to the admission cohort, commitment and academic progress.
  • The detailed award examples available in its general guidance are labelled for autumn 2026; do not automatically deduct those amounts from a 2027 budget.
  • Plan for the full tariff until the university confirms your intake's award and conditions in writing.

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What can international students study at University of Vaasa?

Selected programme options include Strategic Business Development, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration) — 120 ECTS, two years. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for University of Vaasa?

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, together with the programme's subject-background and document requirements. The university evaluates academic suitability from the submitted application. Rolling and joint admission do not rank eligible applicants in the same way; a rolling-admission GPA threshold must not be presented as a universal guaranteed offer. Current master's examples are IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with each component at least 5.5, or PTE Academic 62 overall. Approved TOEFL and documented English-taught degree routes also exist, including qualifying degrees from India. Tests must be valid when applying, with results shared or verified according to the university's instructions.

How much are international tuition fees at University of Vaasa?

The autumn 2027 application guidance quotes EUR 14,000 per year for international master's programmes, subject to fee-liability classification. This is an annual tariff, not the full two-year budget. Housing, daily expenses and any applicable national application charge are additional. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for University of Vaasa?

The 2027 joint application runs from 7 January at 08:00 to 21 January 2027 at 15:00 Finnish time. The rolling-admission period is to be announced separately. Do not substitute an older rolling timetable or scholarship payment deadline for the application closing date. The advertised next intake is autumn 2027. Orientation normally takes place near the end of August, followed by courses in early September; use your programme's confirmed joining instructions. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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No. Our team can help compare your academic profile with requirements, organise documents and explain application steps. Admission, funding and immigration decisions belong to the institution and responsible authorities.

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