Master's Programme in Business Administration

Study programme code MASTØKAD

ECTS credits 120

Admission requirements The programme builds on a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, 180 ECTS credits. See admission requriements for more information.

Recommended previous knowledge A thorough knowledge of English is recommended, as several of the courses are taught in English.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes Upon completion of the Master´s Degree Programme in Business Administration, graduates will: Possess a thorough knowledge of business and management subjects, as well as possess the capability of evaluating economic and strategic opportunities and limitations in various situations Possess a high level of basic competency within business administration, economics, marketing strategy and methodology Have acquired expertise within the chosen area of concentration. Have gained experience in scientific work and acquired an understanding for various scientific research methods and ethical dilemmas through the completion of a Master´s thesis Possess the ability to analyse problems and actively enter into projects requiring general administration, budgeting and financial analysis, revision and control Have a good knowledge of English as well as international experience based on the study programme´s international profile, instruction in English, and (in certain cases) participation in student exchange programmes abroa

Teaching methods The Master of Science Degree Programme in Business Administration is a full-time programme. There will be a variation of ordinary lectures, group work and written assignments. Use of ICT and library databases is a natural way of working methods in several courses. See each course description for more details. The language of instruction is English in all compulsory courses, concentration courses in International Management, and some electives. The remaining courses are taught in Norwegian.

Assessment methods Many courses require the submission of written assignments (done individually or in groups) in order for the student to take the final examination, and some courses contain oral presentations. See each course description for details. Most courses have individual written examinations with graded assessment.

Student exchange It will be possible to spend the third semester at a foreign educational institution. The Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences has established student exchange agreements with several universities in Europe, the USA, South Africa, Australia and Asia.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies The programme provides solid knowledge of business-administrative subject matter as well as a solid foundation for executive level positions in both private- and the public sector. Successful completion of the programme also qualifies the graduate for admission to doctoral programmes both in Norway and abroad.

Qualification awarded Successful completion of the programme awards the degree Master of Science Degree in Business Administration - "Siviløkonom".