Study environment - Master in Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development
Study environment
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.
A close-knit learning environment
Around 30 students join the programme each year, creating a close-knit and international learning environment. Teaching mainly takes place in smaller classrooms, with discussions, teamwork and active interaction between students and lecturers.
Throughout the programme, you will experience a combination of lectures, case assignments, project work, group discussions and organised excursions. The smaller learning environment makes it easier to get to know your classmates and lecturers and to take an active part in discussions.
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.
Discover student stories from IIB students. Learn about internship experiences, life as an international student, and what it is like to study Management of Innovation and Sustainable Business Development at NTNU.
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