Degree project in Business Administration for Degree in Master of Science in Business and Economics
30 credits
Master’s level
Spring Term 2026
About the course
The objective of the Degree Project is to develop the student's critical thinking and ability to solve problems. This objective is met by the student's identification and examination of a research problem within the area of Business Administration. The course will develop the student's knowledge about, and experience of how to independently plan, conduct and present a scientific study. The Degree Project must have an empirical basis. In addition, the course will develop the student's ability to critically examine and assess investigations as well as research papers.
This course contains occasions that are included in a degree programme at Umeå university and applies only to those of you who are admitted to the programme. You will receive information about application times and what applies to you from your institution.
Degree project in Business Administration for Degree in Master of Science in Business and Economics, 30 credits
Spring Term 2026
Offered as part of a degree programme
Starts
19 January 2026
Ends
7 June 2026
Study location
Umeå
Language
English (upon request)
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
90 credits whereof at least 75 credits in Business Administration whereof 15 credits bachelor level, excluding internship courses, and 15 credits advanced level. Previously completed courses must include studies of scientific methodology within Business Administration/Social sciences corresponding to at least 7.5 credits, including both qualitative and quantitative methodology. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6 or the equivalent.
