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Education policy
Competence development
We are the only union that works actively to develop the BBA degree and promote its recognition. Our goal is for business graduates to become increasingly employable future workers who are well prepared for the challenges and changes of working life. BBAs are employed in positions that match their education, and employers know and recognise the competence provided by the BBA degree. The working life-oriented degree is complemented by continuous learning, and learning does not end with graduation.
Our objectives for the best competence in the world
Continuous learning
The BBA degree gives you a solid basis for further studies up to a doctoral degree.
Appreciation of the degree
The competence provided by the BBA degree is recognised and acknowledged.
Employment
Those who have completed the BBA degree are well prepared for expert positions and are employed in positions that match their education.
Continuous learning
High-quality working life-oriented degree
Teaching at universities of applied sciences must be high-quality and working life-oriented. The BBA degree gives you a solid basis for developing your skills throughout your career. Everyone should have the opportunity to continue their studies up to a doctoral degree. We work to promote the recognition and appreciation of BBA degrees and to improve the quality of education.
Employment
A BBA is an expert
Our goal is that those who have completed the diverse BBA degree are well prepared for expert positions and are able to describe their skills, and that the degree enables them to be employed in positions that match their education. Everyone must have the opportunity to develop their competence throughout their careers.
Appreciation of the degree
Strengthening the appreciation of the Master’s (UAS) degree
Master’s (UAS) degrees must be developed to meet the changing needs of working life. The status of the Master’s (UAS) degree can be improved and the position of graduates in working life improved by changing the Finnish degree title to ”Maisteri (AMK)”.
Our goals related to education policy
The Professionals of Business and Technology
Let’s create the best working life in the world together!
Our community is only strong if we join forces! The more of us there are, the more influential we are. Influencing common interests is a job we do for you every day. We want to agree with you on a union that makes the best working life in the world possible for us all.
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Summary
The Professionals of Business and Technology is the dedicated union actively developing the BBA degree and advancing its recognition across Finnish working life. The union focuses on continuous learning, high-quality and working life-oriented education at universities of applied sciences, ensuring graduates secure expert positions matching their qualifications, and strengthening the status of the Master’s (UAS) degree by advocating for the Finnish title Maisteri (AMK).
Key Facts & Objectives
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The Professionals of Business and Technology is the sole union dedicated to developing the BBA degree and promoting its recognition.
We are the only union that works actively to develop the BBA degree and promote its recognition.
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The BBA degree provides a solid foundation for continuous learning and further academic studies up to a doctoral degree.
The BBA degree gives you a solid basis for further studies up to a doctoral degree.
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Education at universities of applied sciences must remain high-quality and oriented directly toward working life.
Teaching at universities of applied sciences must be high-quality and working life-oriented.
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Changing the Finnish title of the Master’s (UAS) degree to 'Maisteri (AMK)' is proposed to improve its appreciation and the position of graduates in the labor market.
The status of the Master’s (UAS) degree can be improved and the position of graduates in working life improved by changing the Finnish degree title to ”Maisteri (AMK)”.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the union's primary role regarding the BBA degree?
The Professionals of Business and Technology is the only trade union actively advocating for BBA degree development, high educational standards, and broader recognition from employers.
What are the union's employment objectives for BBA graduates?
The goal is to ensure BBA graduates are well-prepared for expert positions, can articulate their skill set, and are hired into positions that align with their level of education.
What further study opportunities are available after completing a BBA degree?
A BBA degree offers a solid educational basis for skill development throughout one's career, including postgraduate and doctoral study opportunities.
How does the union propose to strengthen appreciation for the Master’s (UAS) degree?
The organization advocates for adapting Master's degrees to evolving workplace needs and updating the Finnish degree title to 'Maisteri (AMK)' to reflect its true value.
Key Entities
The Professionals of Business and Technology ORGANIZATION
The trade union working to develop the BBA degree, promote continuous learning, and advance the working life interests of business professionals.
BBA degree PRODUCT
A higher education business degree providing working life competence and pathways to continuous learning up to doctoral studies.
Master’s (UAS) degree PRODUCT
Higher university of applied sciences qualification whose professional status the union seeks to enhance under the proposed title Maisteri (AMK).
Universities of Applied Sciences ORGANIZATION
Finnish higher education institutions providing practical, working life-oriented bachelor's and master's level degree programmes.