Master in Management and Business Development

Master’s in Management and Business Development equips you with essential competencies to navigate in the ever-changing global markets. The tuition fee for students outside the EU enrolling in August 2026 will be reduced to 63,000 NOK. The Master’s programme in Management and Business Development provides you with a comprehensive and relevant knowledge and skills in developing and managing businesses. It does so through general, overarching courses complemented by three specialisations - International Management, Strategic Marketing, and Innovation and Transformation with a special focus on business responsibility and sustainability. The three specialisations in this programme are designed for enabling the development of unique expertise which helps future managers navigate in the complex and dynamic environment of the global arena. By studying with us, you will receive a high-quality education coupled with experience development opportunities through The UiA School of Business and Law’s AACSB international accreditation and its international network of universities and businesses. What will you learn? Upon successful completion of the Master’s programme in Management and Business Development, you will have gained cutting-edge skills in business management and development, which build on critical thinking regarding the complexities of today's global markets. Through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates advanced theories and practical applications in marketing, international business, innovation and transformation, you will develop the strategic mindset necessary to innovate and create value in diverse business environments in a responsible and sustainable way. Whether aiming to launch new ventures or lead established companies, graduates will be prepared to make impactful contributions to the ever-evolving world of business.

Programme-specific requirements recorded in SIT Connect.

• General admission requirement is completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent education with a scope of minimum three years’ duration (180 ECTS credits). Academic basis: Either: a major subject within business, administration, marketing, management, relevant social sciences or equivalent of minimum 80 ECTS credits, of which a minimum of 20 credits are at level 2 / additional level. Or: an integrated programme of at least two years duration within business administration, marketing, management, relevant social sciences or equivalent. The admission requirement must include a minimum of 7.5 credits in social science methodology. A weighted average grade of C or better is required. Admission takes place in accordance with regulations on admission to study programmes and courses at the University of Agder. Recommended previous knowledge A thorough knowledge of English is highly recommended because the language of instruction is English in all compulsory courses for the program as in several electives.

See the official programme requirements for the accepted English-language evidence.

Preparation checklist; final document rules and certified translations are confirmed during application review.

This programme is recorded as accredited in the central catalogue.