Reasons to join Hanken

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Here you can read about reasons to join Hanken.

Hanken is a good option if you want to study economics, or if you don’t yet know what you want. Here we highlight some of the most common reasons to choose Hanken.  

A high-quality and appreciated education, both nationally and internationally

An education from Hanken provides you with relevant and useful tools for a changing world and its challenges. Hanken is an over 100-year-old business school and has an acclaimed reputation both in Finland and internationally.

A degree in economics opens many doors and gives you a broad foundation so that you can work with whatever interests you in the future.

Community beyond the ordinary

Hanken also offers a community beyond the ordinary. Hanken is a relatively small business school with approximately 2600 students, which leads to a unique sense of community where everyone knows everyone.

Since Hanken is relatively small, the students also have a close relationship with teaching staff. This means that we can offer you more during lectures – here you are not just one in the crowd.

Broad networks both during and after the studies

Thanks to the community during your studies, you will build a wide network that you can benefit from after you graduate. The saying "once a Hankeit, always a Hankeit" is popular among our alumni. Our alumni are an active part of Hanken long after graduation and are often happy to support the university they attended.

Close contact with the business community

Thanks to our alumni, students and acclaimed education, Hanken has strong ties with the business community.

You get connected with the business world through real cases in teaching, programs organized by partner companies and all the workplaces that our partner companies offer. Hanken also has a strong connection to the startup world thanks to initiatives such as Hanken Business Labs and Venture studios. Hanken also offers Career Services.

An international education, complete with a stay abroad during the study period

At Hanken, you get a truly international education. Many of our partner companies operate globally and studies even include a period abroad.

You will meet people from all over the world, as Hanken accepts exchange students every semester and offers English programs.

Another reason why you should choose Hanken is the incredibly fun student life you get to experience.