Master-level Open UAS, Pathway Studies, Master of Business Administration, Business Competence: POLKUYLI25
Code: POLKUYLI25
- Duration
- 1 years (30 cr)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2025
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Descriptions
This curriculum is for Master-level Open UAS students. The curriculum includes first year studies in the Master's Degree Programme in Business Competence . There is also some personal study planning in the open university's path studies.
PROFILE OF THE PROGRAMME
A master's degree in business competence enables professionals to purposefully and sustainably enhance and expand their competence in doing business. The degree also allows professionals to develop personally and to obtain a complete picture of how to develop their business competence.
OCCUPATIONAL PROFILES
Upon completion of the programme, students with this degree will be competent in the following areas:
- As managers for demanding development projects
- As designers and managers for duties associated with business competence
- As independent entrepreneurs who are competent in carrying out commercial activities
PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH
Multi-modal learning methods are used. Each course includes three-day contact sessions on an average. The emphasis of learning is on independent work as well as solving distant learning assignments and studying online. The work life oriented development project is an essential part of the studies.
Objective
The student is able to analyze and develop business sector. The student identifies development needs, is able to initiate and control the development processes of management, marketing and financial field. Student is able to identify development trends in industry’s environment, such as sustainablity, internationalization and social responsibility. Student can evaluate the impact of transformation processes on business. Student is able to identify new business opportunities. Student can act in the learning team and evaluate own knowledge development.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2025-2026 | Autumn 2025 | Spring 2026 | 1. / 2025 | 2. / 2025 | 3. / 2026 | 4. / 2026 | 5. / 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 30 |
General competencies (Master’s Degrees)
|
1 Learning competence
- is able to self-evaluate and develop one’s expertise in a versatile and focused way |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Research writing |
| Thesis seminar |
| Thesis process seminar |
| Research and development methods |
|
2 Ethical competence
- is able to take responsibility for the actions of a community and for the consequences of these actions |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Research writing |
| Thesis seminar |
| Thesis process seminar |
| Research and development methods |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
3 Working community competence
- is able to develop the operations of a work community |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Business administration and corporate governance |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
4 Innovation competence
- is able to manage research, development and innovation projects and masters the methods of research and development work |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Marketing Capability Development |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Thesis seminar |
| Thesis process seminar |
|
5 Internationalization competence
- is capable of international communication in one’s work and in the development of operations |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Thesis seminar |
| Thesis process seminar |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
6 Entrepreneurial competence
- Understanding of the interaction involved in the operations in a company and the business environment, and of the concept of entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial way of working. |
| Marketing Capability Development |
| Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
7 Quality control competence
- Knowledge of the typical field-related quality control systems |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Business administration and corporate governance |
| Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems |
| Not grouped |
Master’s Degree studies
Master's Degree Programme in Business Competence competencies
|
1 Competence in developing work communities
Develops activities, practices and the work community in one's own field, taking into account changes in the operating and competitive environment. Considers the importance of customer orientation and multidisciplinary perspectives in the development of work communities. Utilizes the business mindset and develops and applies new practical ways of working. |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Marketing Capability Development |
| Business administration and corporate governance |
| Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Research and development methods |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
2 Research and development competence
Outlines and masters the methods of research and development and evaluates information critically and from the perspective of expertise. Outlines the goals of research and development activities and utilizes project competences, creating practical information. Masters research and development methods to the extent necessary in working life. |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Research writing |
| Thesis seminar |
| Thesis process seminar |
| Research and development methods |
|
3 Strategy and leadership competence
Understands the importance of strategic planning as a competitive factor for a company or organization. Applies methods and means of strategic development and identifies the needs and goals of the organization, competence and personnel management. Masters the means of defining, managing and implementing strategic goals, competencies and processes. |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Marketing Capability Development |
| Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems |
| Innovation and foresight in business |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Thesis process seminar |
| Research and development methods |
| Marketing Communication Management |
| Diversity management and inclusive leadership |
|
4 Economic and financial competence
Is able to manage the company's operations using economic development opportunities. Understand the methods and trends of business evaluation. Applies financial competences in the development of one's own organization and work environment. Outlines the strategic meanings of economic thinking. |
| Business administration and corporate governance |
| Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems |
| Business growth and strategic renewal |
| Marketing Communication Management |
|
5 Process management competence
Understands the importance of processes as part of a company's operational and strategic development. Applies process and project management methods and tools in their work environment. Is able to analyze, evaluate and develop company processes. |
| Management of organizational processes and projects |
| Research and development methods |
| Not grouped |
| Code | Name | Credits (cr) |
|---|---|---|
| POLKUYLI25-1001 |
ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
(Choose all ) |
40 |
| POLKUYLI25-1002 |
Business Management
(Choose all ) |
28 |
| KD00CD35 | Management of organizational processes and projects | 5 |
| KD00CD39 | Marketing Capability Development | 5 |
| 5E00DK75 | Business administration and corporate governance | 5 |
| 5E00DK76 | Financial Management and Developing Management Control Systems | 5 |
| POLKUYLI25-1006 |
Business Growth and Development
(Choose all ) |
8 |
| 5D00DW75 | Innovation and foresight in business | 3 |
| 5D00DX06 | Business growth and strategic renewal | 5 |
| POLKUYLI25-1003 |
Research and development
(Choose all ) |
12 |
| KD00CD45 | Research writing | 3 |
| KD00CD49 | Thesis seminar | 2 |
| 5D00DW74 | Thesis process seminar | 2 |
| BC00DW96 | Research and development methods | 5 |
| POLKUYLI25-1004 |
ELECTIVE STUDIES
(Choose ects: 10 ) |
10 |
| POLKUYLI25-1005 |
Selection from the Master Level Free Choice Studies
(Choose 0 ) |
0 |
| KD00CD33 | Marketing Communication Management | 5 |
| 5E00DK74 | Diversity management and inclusive leadership | 5 |
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.