Bachelor’s Programme in Sustainable International Business

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

LUT University

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s Programme in Sustainable International Business (SIB) at LUT University is a three-year English-taught degree that blends core business skills with sustainability principles, preparing you to manage ethical value chains, corporate responsibility, and international marketing in a global market demanding real change. It's perfect for motivated students passionate about making business a force for good—whether you're from the EU/EEA (no tuition fees) or elsewhere (€12,000/year)—and it seamlessly leads into a master's for even deeper expertise.

Curriculum Structure
Year 1 lays a strong foundation by introducing you to the basics of business and sustainability, helping you grasp how companies operate responsibly from the start. You'll dive into courses like Introduction to Sustainable International Business, Financial Accounting, and Sustainable Development Principles, building skills in ethical decision-making and understanding global impacts right away. This year sets you up to think like a changemaker, combining numbers with purpose.

Year 2 ramps up with a focus on international operations and strategy, where you'll learn to navigate complex supply chains and digital tools for sustainable growth. Key courses include International Marketing Ethics, Sustainable Value Chain Management, and Strategic Decision-Making, giving you hands-on insights from industry experts on real-world challenges like regulations and consumer demands. It's here that you'll start seeing how adaptability and ethical leadership drive business success.

Year 3 sharpens your expertise for the professional world, emphasizing leadership and innovation in sustainable practices. You'll tackle advanced units such as Corporate Responsibility, Ethical Leadership in Business, and Global Sustainability Strategies, working closely with multinational companies to apply what you've learned to cutting-edge problems. By graduation, you'll have a portfolio ready to launch your career.

Focus areas: Corporate responsibility, sustainable value chains, ethical international marketing, strategic decision-making, and ethical leadership.

Learning outcomes: Graduates become experts who understand business impacts locally and globally, equipped to advance sustainability in corporations through responsible technology, growth strategies, and systemic policies.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Offered by LUT Business School, which emphasizes practical, industry-aligned training with direct input from international companies—no specific external accreditation noted, but designed for seamless EU-recognized BSc in Economics and Business Administration.

Reputation (employability rankings): LUT Business School is renowned for producing future problem-solvers in sustainable business, with strong industry ties attracting hundreds of applicants to SIB; Finland's sustainable businesses set global benchmarks, positioning grads for high-demand roles amid rising corporate sustainability needs.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

In the Bachelor’s Programme in Sustainable International Business at LUT University, you'll dive into hands-on learning that builds real-world skills in sustainable business practices, like managing value chains and corporate responsibility, right from the start of your studies. Through LUT Business School's focus on problem-solving for sustainable futures, you'll use campus resources at Lappeenranta and Lahti to apply classroom knowledge practically, preparing you to make an impact in global business. This experiential approach ensures you're not just learning theory—you're gaining the tools to lead sustainable change.

Here are some key ways you'll get practical experience tailored to this program:
- Research with the Sustainable Business team: Work alongside experts focusing on sustainable change in business and the economy, applying insights to real industry challenges.
- Campus networks for sustainability: Engage in international networks that promote hands-on research and teaching in sustainable development, connecting you to global opportunities.
- Lahti Campus facilities: Access specialized research areas in sustainability science, biorefining, and more, perfect for program-related projects.
- Lappeenranta Campus resources: Use top-notch facilities like the gym and recreational spaces alongside academic hubs that support collaborative business studies.
- Sustainability-focused campuses: Benefit from integrated services in waste management, building tech, and upkeep that model real sustainable operations.

Progression & Future Opportunities

In the Bachelor’s Programme in Sustainable International Business at LUT University, you'll dive into hands-on learning by working closely with industry experts from large multinational companies and small enterprises, giving you a real-world view of the latest sustainability practices and challenges in international business. This practical focus helps you build skills in corporate responsibility, sustainable value chains, and ethical international marketing, preparing you to make a tangible impact. Here's how we make experiential learning come alive through specific program features and LUT resources:

- Collaboration with industry experts: Direct partnerships with professionals from international companies, letting you tackle real sustainability challenges faced by businesses today.
- LUT Business School research integration: Access to the Sustainable Business research group, which drives insights on sustainable change in business and the economy, often incorporated into your studies.
- Sustainability-focused curriculum projects: Group work on topics like managing sustainable value chains and ethical practices, drawing from LUT's expertise across faculties including LUT Business School.

While the program emphasizes these industry-close experiences, LUT's campuses support broader hands-on learning through sustainable facilities like advanced building maintenance tech, waste management systems, and eco-friendly operations.