MSc in Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship 2025 cohort undertook an immersive study trip to Oulu, the“Engine of Nordic Innovation”. The experience helped students explore a top-tier tech and startup ecosystem, bridging academic knowledge with real-world innovation practices.

Nordic Innovation Ecosystem Learning

At Oulu Business School, students studied core frontier topics including consumer behavior, innovation management and 6G tech economics. Via case studies and seminars, they learned to convert technological strengths into commercial value and understood Finland’s innovation-focused development and sustained tech R&D investment.

Industry Insights & Practical Learning

Students visited Business Oulu, Oulu's core innovation agency. Exchanges with industry experts deepened their understanding of Finnish tech commercialization and startup support systems. The on-site visit validated classroom theories, effectively linking innovation knowledge with real business operations.

Cross-Cultural Growth & Global Networking

Students engaged with international peers on campus, participating in diverse academic and community activities. These cross-cultural interactions strengthened their communication and teamwork skills, while building valuable global professional networks.

Forward-Looking Innovation Thinking

Home to world-class 6G research, digital healthcare and sustainable tech industries, Oulu offered students unique insights into mature ecosystem collaboration and future tech and industrial development trends.

Cultivating Global Innovative Talents

This cross-border learning journey from Lyon to Oulu highlights the core of our programme. emlyon continuously empowers students to integrate theory with practice, and grow into competitive international innovation professionals.

*Photos and content provided by Hsin-Ting YANG and Carolanne Dominjon, Class of 2025 MSc in Global Innovation & Entrepreneurship.