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Welcome! A new, modern and international university based in Småland Carl Linnaeus (Carl von Linné) Curiosity, creativity, companionship and utility – that is how we interpret Linnaeus’ actions and that is how we wish to carry out our activities Where people grow – attractive education, prominent research and a strong position in society. Internationalization, sustainable development and equal conditions will influence the work we do What are your expectations on the School of Business and Economics? Have you moved here or are you from Kalmar/Växjö? Welcome to your academic journey with us…. Linnaeus University is one of the youngest seats of learning in Sweden, established in 2010 through a merger of Kalmar University and Växjö University. At the time of the merger, both universities had been home to first-class education and research for a long time. As Linnaeus University, we will reach even further. Carl Linnaeus is the Swedish scientist who has had the greatest impact globally. Bold and curious, he made the entire world his arena. Linnaeus University is inspired by the spirit of Carl Linnaeus. Curiosity, creativity, companionship and utility – this is how we interpret the actions of Linnaeus, and this is how we wish to carry out our activities. Linnaeus University should have attractive degree programmes, prominent research, and a strong position in society. Internationalization, sustainable development, and equal conditions should characterize the work we do. Linnaeus University has 2,000 employees in Kalmar and Växjö. When you study or work at Linnaeus University, you are part of an environment characterized by knowledge and development. Students acquire new knowledge and get to learn the importance of a critical approach. Researchers make new discoveries that can improve society. Employees talk of a working environment that provides both challenges and possibilities. Linnaeus University is a university that makes people grow.

Linnaeus University in Kalmar and Växjö A university integrated with the city. A new University is currently under construction in the harbor. Växjö Campus University The School of Business and Economics offers distinguished education programmes in economics, marketing, entrepreneurship and tourism. Our programmes are characterized by high quality, an international profile and close ties to the industry. In addition to this, we also offer an inspiring study environment with plenty of room for individual development, creative learning and proximity between students and teachers.

How the university works University Linnaeus University Faculty School of Business and Economics Department Department of Accounting and Logistics  Department of Economics and Statistics Department of Marketing Department of Organisation and Entrepreneurship   Rector - Main responsible for the university Dean - Main responsible for the faculty Head of Department - Main responsible for the department More information here: https://lnu.se/en/meet-linnaeus-university/Organisation/school-of-business-and-economics/meet-the-school-of-business-and-economics/

Quick facts about Linnaeus University and the School of Business and Economics 34300 students (2015, total) 13983 full-time equivalents 2000 employees School of Business and Economics 3200 students (2015, total) full-time equivalents 2014 200 employees  

School of Business and Economics – education The School of Business and Economics profiles itself with a wide variety of specialization programmes, instead of one large business administration and economics programme 13 Bachelor level degree programmes 7 specializations on the Business Administration and Economics Programme 13 one and two year master level degree programmes About 150 courses 100 individual courses Our education is quality assured by the Swedish Higher Education Authority (Universitetskanslerämbetet, UKÄ)

Research at the School of Business and Economics Prominent research changes and affects us. Fundamentally it is about the dedication and willingness to improve our society. There are several focus points within the area of business administration and economics The Corporate Governance group leads the field nationally and studies how companies are governed. The research in entrepreneurship is internationally well-established towards social entrepreneurship and family enterprising. The accounting and logistics group is focussed on management of flows and processes as well as behavioural aspects of controlling. Other focus points are new emerging regions such as the Baltic Sea area and China, tourism, experience economics, and marketing, where particularly the internationalization of small and medium-sized companies is in focus. One of the university´s most prominent research groups, studying the labour market and discrimination, is also active with us.

Internationalization at the School of Business and Economics 2 Bachelor programmes, 12 programme varieties on Second Level, 3 specializations and numerous courses with international students 450 incoming students every year 250 outgoing students every year 250 tuition-fee paying students in 2015 (107 full-time equivalents) Integrated internationalization – at home and away

The educative journey – from knowledge consumer to knowledge producer Your journey – elementary school, university and work You are an important part of our brand Your demands and expectations Our demands and expectations Personal responsibility – 40 hour work week Your attitude and your ambitions affect you and your surroundings The education you have gone through up until now is a foundation for what you will do with us. But this experience will be different from what you are used to. We are the final, formal stepping stone in your education before you enter the employment, so make good use of the time you spend here. At the university we demand high personal responsibility and commitment to your studies. As a student you are an important part of our brand and our operations; and we hope that both you and we will have a good exchange of and cooperation with each other. It is important that you think about what expectations you have of us during your time of studies, but also that you think about what role you are playing in your studies and on your way to graduating. You have many rights as a student, but you also have obligations. We place high demands on you to keep yourself informed, follow rules and that you yourself are responsible for your studies. To us it is very important to follow principles of legal certainty and equal treatment. You should know that as a student there are regulations in place to protect you from discrimination and unfair treatment. At the same time there are regulations that activate should you choose to cheat at an exam and therefore behave badly towards us and others. During your time of studies we will expect you to dedicate 40 hours per week to your studies. This comprises the time you are scheduled but also the time outside the set timetables. Sometimes this will seem really easy, but 40 hours might not be enough in other periods. If you already now plan to every week spend 40 hours on your studies, the journey to the degree will get off to a really good start. Your studies with us will be a memory for life and it is our goal that we in a few years’ time will be able to present you with your diploma as a stamp of approval and a toolkit for life in the real world. Maybe some of your best memories will be from the time you spend with us, but at the same time think about that your attitude and ambitions affect both yourself as well as your surroundings. You choose what type of student and co-worker you want to be during your time of studies, but you must also be prepared for the consequences this carries. Remember that at the university there is not always one ”correct” way of answering a question or solving a problem – different researchers and teachers can say different things, and as a student you have the right to get clear instructions for what is expected of you on that particular course: For instance: Are you allowed to work together? What sources are OK? What am I allowed to bring to the written examination? How is the course examined? What are the grading criteria? Your programme coordinator will give you more information on how to use correct referencing and how you know which sources are allowed.

The educative journey – from knowledge consumer to knowledge producer Academic freedom – what is that? Scientific knowledge A degree – not a right, it is the result of hard work and is a stamp of approval for both you and us We offer possibilities; it is your responsibility to take advantage of them!

The Swedish, Multi-Cultural Classroom A mix of different experiences and cultures A strength and an asset for you as a student

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