Master in Business and Data Science

Become a technically sophisticated business professional through our new, specialized master's programme starting in the autumn of 2027.

Advances in AI and digitalization are transforming business processes, creating new opportunities and reshaping how organizations work and compete.

In this environment, the labour market will need people with a strong combination of business competence and deep analytical skills. They must be able to interpret data, understand AI tools, and use these insights to make better decisions and solve complex problems.

NHH’s new master's programme will equip you with a solid core from finance, accounting and market analysis, combined with advanced quantitative skills and a modern toolbox. The combined training will allow you to analyse and navigate the digital business world, enabling you to identify, assess and implement new business opportunities.

Skills in ethics, sustainability, and professional communication are integral parts of all our study programmes.

Programme structure

The first two semesters of the programme are structured around two closely integrated cores: Data Science and Business.

The Data Science core provides the technical knowledge and understanding of the potential of technologies. It will deepen your existing statistics and data analysis skills and build the foundation for later courses that apply these methods.

The Business core consists of courses that implement and apply data science methods in core business functions. This core also provides you with the skills to communicate and translate complex technical questions and solutions to a business audience.

The third semester offers opportunities for exchange, electives and internships. Students moreover start preparing their masters thesis in the third semester, with the main work taking place in the fourth semester.

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Career opportunities

NHH graduates are highly sought after by potential employers. Surveys show that our graduates quickly find relevant well-paid jobs. The majority of NHH students receive a job offer before graduating.

With a master degree in Business and Data Science you will be well prepared for prestigious entry-level positions in management consulting, finance, and industry, as well as for specialist roles such as data analyst, data scientist, or analytics consultant.

International opportunities

As an NHH student you have excellent opportunities to gain valuable international experience during your studies through semester exchange, Engage.EU initiatives, Internship Abroad, and summer courses. Many of our students work abroad and are internationally recruited.

Our programmes offer a wide range of attractive exchange opportunities. More than 50 per cent of our students make use of this, making NHH the Norwegian exchange champion!

Student life

The NHH experience is not limited to the classrooms and study halls. Engaging in student activities, will provide you with new friends and possibilities to develop your teamwork and leadership skills.

Study in Bergen

No tuition fees for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens

NHH is a publicly funded university and charges no application or tuition fees. This applies to Norwegian and EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.

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Admission requirements

Detalied information about admission requirements and how to apply to our new master's programme will be available soon.

Students from NHH's Bachelor in Business, Economics and Data Science are guaranteed admission to the program.

Students from NHH’s Bachelor in Economics and Business Administration (Bachelor i Økonomi og Administrasjon) qualify for the program if they successfully passed the courses FOR14 and MAT10. Furthermore, they will be offered an additional summer course before starting the program.