BI Norwegian Business School is the largest business school in Norway and one of the leading business education institutions in Europe. Here are some key facts about BI Norwegian Business School:

Overview

Founded: 1943

Institution: Private non-profit

Main campus locations:

Oslo, main campus

Bergen

Trondheim

Stavanger

History

BI Norwegian Business School was founded in 1943 as Handelshøyskolen i Oslo (Oslo Higher School of Business).

In 2001, it was renamed BI Norwegian Business School to reflect its international orientation and wide range of business.

School Strength

BI has about 20,000 students, including international students from all over the world.

Offers undergraduate, master, MBA, EMBA and doctoral programs.

Enjoys an international reputation in business management, finance, marketing, leadership, innovation and other fields.

The school cooperates with many international companies and organizations to provide students with internship and employment opportunities.

Educational philosophy

Emphasis on the combination of theory and practice, encouraging students to develop skills through practical projects and case studies.

Focus on interdisciplinary cooperation, especially between different majors.

Attach importance to international education, recruit international students, and provide courses taught in English.

Committed to cultivating business leaders with a global perspective.

Subject settings

Bachelor's degrees:

Business Administration

Economics

Accounting and Auditing

Digital Marketing

Master's degrees:

Finance

Management

Leadership and Organizational Psychology

Marketing

Human Resources Management

Supply Chain Management

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

International Business

Data Science and Analysis

Sustainability Management

And other related master's programs in related fields

MBA/EMBA programs:

Full-time MBA

Executive MBA (EMBA)

Part-time MBA

And other specialized MBA programs

PhD programs:

Business Administration

Economics

Accounting and Auditing

Finance

Marketing

And other related doctoral programs in related fields

English-taught programs:

Most master's, MBA and doctoral programs are taught in English to attract international students.

Professional Direction

Business Management: covers strategic management, operations management, corporate governance, etc.

Finance: includes corporate finance, investment management, risk management, etc.

Marketing: involves market research, brand management, digital marketing, etc.

Leadership and Organizational Psychology: focuses on leadership development, organizational behavior, human resource management, etc.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship: focuses on entrepreneurship, technological innovation, business model design, etc.

International Business: covers international trade, multinational enterprise management, globalization strategy, etc.

Data Science and Analysis: involves big data analysis, statistical methods, machine learning, etc.

Sustainability Management: focuses on environmental management, social responsibility, sustainable development strategy, etc.

Campus

Oslo Campus:

Located in the center of Oslo, with convenient transportation.

The campus has modern teaching facilities, libraries, laboratories and social spaces.

Mainly concentrates most of the education and research activities.

Bærum Campus:

Located in the center of Bærum, it focuses on education and research in specific fields.

Trondheim Campus:

Located in the center of Trondheim, it offers courses in business management and economics.

Stavanger Campus:

Located in the center of Stavanger, it focuses on business education related to the energy industry.

International Cooperation

BI actively participates in international exchange programs and has established partnerships with many higher education institutions around the world.

Provide exchange student programs to promote students' international vision and cultural exchange.

As a member of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) and other international organizations, BI has an important position in international education and research.

Expenses

For all students, BI Norwegian Business School charges tuition fees.

Tuition fees vary depending on the course. Generally, undergraduate students pay about 15,000 to 20,000 euros per year, master's students pay about 20,000 to 25,000 euros per year, and MBA and EMBA programs cost more.

In terms of living costs, the cost of living in Oslo is relatively high, but you still need to consider the cost of accommodation, food and personal expenses.

Application requirements

Applicants usually need to have a high school diploma or equivalent.

For master's and doctoral programs, a bachelor's degree in a related field is usually required.

You need to pass an entrance exam or interview to demonstrate your interest in the chosen major and your ability to work in a related career.

English proficiency requirement is usually C1 level (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​CEFR), but some programmes may require higher proficiency.