Study environment - Master in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
Study environment
Studying Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development in Ålesund means becoming part of a close-knit and engaging learning environment.
You will learn through collaboration, discussion and practical problem-solving, with opportunities to connect your studies to industry and real-world challenges. Beyond the classroom, Ålesund offers a welcoming student community surrounded by mountains, fjords and the ocean.
A collaborative learning environment
The programme emphasises active and student-centred learning, where you are encouraged to take part in discussions, share experiences and learn together with your fellow students.
Teaching combines lectures with teamwork, case assignments, projects, reflection and practical problem-solving. Through collaboration with students from different backgrounds, you will develop your ability to communicate, think critically and approach complex challenges from different perspectives.
Master's students at NTNU School of International Business also have access to their own study hall, in addition to study areas and group rooms across campus.
Connect with industry
Connecting academic knowledge with real-world challenges is an important part of the programme. Through projects and other learning activities, you will have opportunities to explore challenges faced by businesses and organisations and apply theories, methods and tools from your studies.
You may also meet companies and professionals through guest lectures, company presentations and other activities organised in collaboration with industry.
Through an internship, you can gain professional experience and explore how innovation, sustainability and business development are approached in practice. You may also collaborate with an organisation through your master's thesis.
Student life in Ålesund
With around 3,000 students, Ålesund offers a welcoming and close-knit student community. The relatively small campus makes it easy to meet students across different study programmes and become part of the community.
There are many ways to get involved outside the classroom. Ålesund Studentsamfunn organises activities and works to promote student interests, while Sundebygget is a popular meeting place for social events and activities. International students can also get involved through the International Students Union (ISU) and there is a range of student organisations where you can meet people, explore your interests and contribute to student life.
Beyond campus, Ålesund combines a compact city with easy access to the outdoors. Surrounded by mountains, fjords and the ocean, the region offers opportunities for hiking, skiing, surfing, kayaking and other activities throughout the year.
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