Business
Master of Business Administration in Business Innovation, Culture and Creativity
Learning Mode
Online & Part-Time
Duration
1.5–2 Years (90 ECTS)
Start date
August
Qualification
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Fees
€9,000 total (Non-EU/EEA students)
Location
Fully Online (LAB University of Applied Sciences, Finland)
About the Course
The MBA in Business Innovation, Culture and Creativity at LAB University of Applied Sciences is a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary degree designed for professionals aiming to lead innovation, transformation, and sustainable growth across sectors. Delivered fully online, this flexible part-time program allows students to upskill while working.
With a curriculum rooted in creative problem-solving, service design, and entrepreneurial leadership, the program empowers students to rethink business models, foster innovation cultures, and develop customer-centric strategies for the future. It suits professionals across business, tech, arts, and public sectors who seek to drive change with a creative mindset.
Why choose Business Administration at LAB?
Industry connected
The programme is built with input from industry leaders and includes hands-on development projects and real-world case studies that directly connect learning with business practice.
Global opportunities
With international students, virtual collaboration, and project-based learning, this programme fosters global competencies and innovation in multicultural teams.
Professional accreditation
Accredited by the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture and aligned with European Higher Education Area (EHEA) standards, ensuring international academic and professional recognition.
Course Overview
This MBA programme focuses on merging innovation management, design thinking, and cultural competence. You will deepen your leadership capacity, understand how to implement creative strategies, and learn how to design and develop services that create long-term value.
Courses are delivered through interactive online modules, virtual workshops, and peer-to-peer learning, ideal for professionals managing work and study simultaneously.
Course Duration
- Length:5 to 2 years (90 ECTS)
- Mode: Part-time, fully online
- Flexible structure designed for working professionals
Course Curriculum
Key Modules Include:
- Creative Leadership and Business Transformation
- Service Design and Customer Experience
- Business Foresight and Strategic Planning
- Culture-Driven Innovation
- Creative Problem-Solving Methods
- Design Thinking and Agile Development
- Thesis (30 ECTS): Applied project focusing on workplace or industry challenge
Throughout the programme, students engage in collaborative projects and can tailor their thesis to their own professional environment or goals.
Admission Requirements
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree (e.g., business, design, management, arts, social sciences)
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience post-graduation
- English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 60 / PTE 54
- CV and motivation letter
- Online interview may be part of the application process
Fees and Funding
- Tuition Fee: €9,000 total (Non-EU/EEA students)
- EU/EEA students: No tuition fee
- Scholarships available based on academic performance
- Payment plan options available
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this MBA are equipped for leadership roles such as:
- Innovation Manager
- Business Designer
- Creative Director
- Service Development Lead
- Strategy and Transformation Consultant
- Entrepreneur / Start-up Founder
The degree also supports continued academic development through doctoral studies or advanced industry certifications.
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