Starting with the Introductory Days on Campus 5th – 6th September 2023, we are looking forward to see the new MA-students at Business Administration and Leadership!

During the Introductory Days you will hear more about the structure and content of your degree program, attend academic presentations and social events, meet researchers and get to know your fellow students.

For your convenience, be aware that the room numbers read as follows: E.g. 25.2-005 = Building 25, 2. Floor, Room 5

If you are a new student at Roskilde University or just need some assistance in navigating the buildings and rooms of campus, you can find a map here.

Be aware not to confuse the introductory days with the Foundation Course, which is an intro period specifically tailored to international students to help you getting settled in Denmark and be introduced to the learning principles of Roskilde University. We strongly encourage you to participate in both programmes as they focus on different and equally important aspects of your introduction to Roskilde University to ensure your best study start. You can read more about the Foundation Course and sign up here.

The program for the two days are as follows:

Tuesday September 5th

- 11:00 11:45 Master's students in an RUC business economics environment: Introduction to the professionalism of the study program, the relationship with companies and the project work by Head of Studies, Mette Apollo - room 00.1-009

- 11:45-14:15 A student's perspective on VL, networking exercises and introduction to the academic committee - room 00.1-009

- 14:15-15:30 Where are you heading? Career path and advice from Business Administration and Leadership alumni - room 00.1-009

Step into the realm of exciting future career possibilities. Meet alumni August Ussing, who currently holds the position of Head of Product and Development at FOF Copenhagen. He will unravel his career journey, offering you a unique perspective on what it's truly like to operate within your prospective field of expertise. But that's not all – also, don't miss the opportunity to be inspired by Magdalena Misiak, Communications and Marketing Manager at Ikano Bolig. Magdalena will share her invaluable insights into the world of communication and marketing. Both of these exceptional professionals have paved their paths to success and are ready to share their wisdom with you.

- 15:30-16:00 Summing up and introduction to Wednesday's program - room 00.1-009

- 16:00-16:15 Go to the joint KA event

- 16:15-18:00 Jazz concert and café - room 25.1-035

Wednesday 6th September

Presentation of Business Challenges (companies are a part of Project A: Business Challenges working with facilitated empirical data

- 09:00-09:15 Welcome and introduction, Martin Lund Kristensen and Mette Apollo Rasmussen - room 00.1-009

- 09:15-10:45 Exploring real business challenges with industry leaders - room 00.1-009

This session is your chance to dive into the dynamic landscape of business complexities, connect with visionary professionals, and experience firsthand the challenges that shape today's industries. Don't miss out on this enriching opportunity to start your academic journey on an insightful note!

Gain valuable insights as Beredskab Øst's Daniel Bojsen, Coop's Elsebeth Loch, Man Energy Solutions' Anders Kryger, Fausol's Kim Faurbjerg, and Business Lolland Falster's Lise Damsbo Savic present their challenges through concise 20-minute presentations, followed by an interactive 10-minute Q&A.

- 10:45-11.15 Break and mingling in the poster area where more business challenges are presented - room 00.1-009

- 11:15-12:30 Companies present business challenges (20 minutes presentations – 5 minutes questions) - room 00.1-009

- 12:30-13:00 Q & A: What are the major challenges the companies are facing? - room 00.1-009

- 13:00-13:45 Lunch for company representatives, students, and EØ-staff: free sandwiches - room 00.1-009

- 13:45-16:00 How are Business Administration and Leadership researchers working with the challenges the companies are addressing? - room 00.1-009