The introduction days are arranged on 22 August and 25–28 August 2025, with the 22 August being aimed for our international students. Information about the beginning of your studies will also be sent per e-mail, please remember to check it regularly after your acceptance letter.
Participation in the introduction days is mandatory.
Questions? You can find the contact information to relevant people further down.
International Business, Introduction Week 2025
Friday, 22 August
- Welcome to Finland! Greeting by the Rector
Time: 9.00-9.15
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Practical information about the start of studies
Time: 9.15-9.45
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Life and studies in Finland & cultural adaptation
Time: 10.00-11.30
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Tuition fees and scholarships & Information about submission of original certificates
Time: 11.30-12.00
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Lunch
Time: 12.00-13.00 - It-dropin, stamping of meal subsidy cards and HSL certificates, submission of original certificates
Time: 13.00-14.00
Room: Pacius (It-dropin), Big Square (stamping and mingle), Info desk (keys)
Monday, 25 August
- Welcome to International Business - Presentation of the degree programme
Time: 9.00-9.45
Room: B518 - Session with the Study Counsellor
Time: 10.00-11.15
Room: E383 - This is Arcada & ASK
Time: 11.15-12.00
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Lunch
Time: 12-00-13.15 - Campus Tour
Time: 13.15-13.45 - Student Association HanSe presentation
Time: 13.45-14.15
Room: B518 - Programme with tutors
Time: 14.15-15.30
Starting point: B518
Tuesday, 26 August
- Digital Tools
Time: 10.00-10.45
Room: E383 - Student Affairs
Time: 11.00-11.30
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Lunch
Time: 11.30-12.15 - Amazing Business Race
Time: 12.15-15.00
Room: Big Auditorium (F143)
Wednesday, 27 August
- Information about language studies
Time: 10.15-11.15
Room: Big Auditorium (F143) - Lunch
Time: 11.15-12.15 - Introduction to Business Administration - course intro
Time: 12.15-13.45
Room: A409 - Information about practical training
Time: 14.00-15.00
Room: A409
Thursday, 28 August
- Support in studies & Library services
Time: 9.00-10.00
Room: Small Auditorium (F249) - Business Mathematics and Statistics - course intro
Time: 10.15-11.45
Room: B518, D4109 or D4110 - Lunch
Time: 11.45-12.15 - Technology and Learning - course intro
Time: 12.15-13.45
Room: Big Auditorium (F143)
Friday, 29 August
No scheduled lectures.
Finding your way around Arcada
Wondering how to navigate campus? On this page we will tell you how to read our room numbers to prepare you for your first day on campus. If you are curious to visit campus beforehand from home, you can also hop on our virtual tour.
Contact information, International Business
This page includes information about contact details to different staff members and units.
International Student Advisor
Moving abroad always comes with new experiences and challenges. The International Student Advisor is here to help students who are moving to Finland.