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Double Degree Program Structure

Learn more about how you can combine your NHH studies with the offerings of partner schools.

First-year graduate students must ensure that their study plan aligns with the requirements of their selected partner school.

The Majors and Options tab provides an overview of possible combinations and the number of available places for NHH students.

In the Partner University tabs, you will find further details for each school. PDF files titled “Program Structure” explain how NHH majors can be combined with partner school programs and specify the degrees you will be eligible to receive.

Majors and options

  • An overview at a glance

    An overview at a glance

    Partner Institution Country Second degree NHH major Places 
    Bocconi Italy EMIT,
    International Management and Marketing Management    		 ENE, ECN, STR, MBM

    9 (2-3 per specialization)
    HEC Montréal Canada Operations and Global Supply Chain Management ENE,
    BUS    		 5

    HEC Paris

    		 France Sustainability and Social Innovation (SASI) All 2
    FGV Rio de Janeiro Brazil  Management All 3
    Ivey Canada International Business, BAN All 5
    Louvain Belgium Management Science, Business Engineering, Supply Chain Management All 6
    Luiss Italy Strategy Management, Innovation and Sustainability ENE 5
    Universidade Nova de Lisboa Portugal Finance, International Master's in Finance FIE 5
    Universität Mannheim Germany Management All 6

partner universities

  • HEC Montréal, Canada

    HEC Montréal, Canada

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Advanced proficiency in English is required and must be validated by NHH. Submission of an official English language certificate is not necessary.
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None; however, an administrative fee of $319.95 applies

    In order to graduate, you must fulfill the following requirements: 

    The HEC Montréal Double Degree is available to students enrolled in the following NHH majors:

  • Bocconi University, Italy

    Bocconi University, Italy

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: None required
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None; however, a mandatory graduation fee of €365 applies
    • Erasmus+ grant: Available
    • Other requirements:
      • Bocconi does not accept graduate courses assessed on a pass/fail basis.
      • Italian citizens or students who have previously applied unsuccessfully to Bocconi’s MSc program are not eligible to apply for the Double Degree program with Bocconi.

    To graduate, you must fulfill the specified program requirements:

    • Internship

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis individually, under the supervision of faculty from both Bocconi and NHH.
      • At Bocconi, the thesis is worth 18–20 ECTS, whereas the NHH requirement is 30 ECTS. Therefore, your NHH supervisor must ensure that the thesis meets the required quality and scope.
      • The thesis must be submitted at Bocconi.

    • Language

      Language

      • You are required to complete an A2-level Italian course by the end of your year at Bocconi in order to graduate.

    The Bocconi Double Degree is available only to students enrolled in the following NHH majors:

    • ECN - EMIT

      ECN - EMIT

      The EMIT program is highly competitive; we therefore recommend applying to multiple programs.

      ECN major at NHH, Economics and Management of Innovation (EMIT) at Bocconi

      • Program structure
      • Seven designated courses at NHH in the first year, which replace the mandatory courses at Bocconi.
      • One of the minor or elective courses at NHH or Bocconi must satisfy the NHH ethics requirement.

    • ENE - EMIT

      ENE - EMIT

      The EMIT program is highly competitive; we therefore recommend applying to multiple programs.

      ENE major at NHH, Economics and Management of Innovation (EMIT) at Bocconi

      • Program structure
      • Four designated courses at NHH in the first year, which replace the mandatory courses at Bocconi.
      • The major is completed at NHH in the first year.
      • One of the major, minor, or elective courses at NHH must satisfy the NHH ethics requirement.

    • STR - EMIT

      STR - EMIT

      The EMIT program is highly competitive; we therefore recommend applying to multiple programs.

      STR major at NHH, Economics and Management of Innovation and Technology (EMIT) at Bocconi

      • Program structure
      • Five designated courses at NHH in the first year, which replace the mandatory courses at Bocconi.
      • The major is completed at NHH in the first year.
      • BUS445 Sustainable Business Models fulfills the NHH ethics requirement.

    • MBM - Marketing Management

      MBM - Marketing Management

      MBM major at NHH, Marketing Management at Bocconi

      • Program structure 
      • Five designated courses at NHH in the first year, which replace the mandatory courses at Bocconi.
      • The Bocconi course Understanding Consumer II will be recognized as an NHH MBM elective.
      • One of the minor courses at NHH must satisfy the NHH ethics requirement.

    • STR - International Management

      STR - International Management

      STR major at NHH, International Management at Bocconi

      • Program structure (PDF, 174 kB)
      • Five designated courses at NHH in the first year, which replace the mandatory courses at Bocconi.
      • The major is completed at NHH in the first year.
      • One of the major, minor, or elective courses at NHH must satisfy the NHH ethics requirement.

  • HEC Paris, France

    HEC Paris, France

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Not required
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: Approximately €34,500 (2024–25) for the full-year program. Scholarships are available for international students.
    • Application: An additional application round will be held at HEC Paris.

    To graduate, you must fulfill the specified program requirements.

    • Internship

      Internship

      • HEC Paris requires 16 weeks of professional experience in fields related to your coursework. This requirement may be fulfilled through either an internship or a full-time job after graduation.

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis individually, which will be submitted to NHH only during your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th semester. You will have a supervisor at NHH, and you must apply for a supervisor by 15 October.
      • The thesis is worth 30 ECTS.

    The program is open to applicants with a strong background in sustainability and innovation. Applicants from all NHH majors are welcome to apply.

    The program is recommended for bachelor-level applicants due to the extended application process.

  • FGV Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    FGV Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: none
    • GPA required: none
    • Tuition fee: none

    In order to graduate, you must fulfill the following requirements: 

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • Please contact the Double Degree Coordinator for more information.

    Please note that the FGV Rio de Janeiro Double Degree is available to all NHH majors:

  • Ivey Business School, Canada

    Ivey Business School, Canada

    • Accreditation: EQUIS
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following:
      • Completion of an undergraduate degree taught in English, or
      • At least two years of work experience in an English-speaking environment, or
      • An official English language test meeting the following minimum scores:
        • TOEFL (internet-based): 100
        • IELTS (General or Academic): 7.0
        • MELAB: 85
        • PTE: 70
        • CAEL: overall 60, with no component below 60
        • Duolingo: 125
        • PELMO: 75

    GPA required: None
    Tuition fee: None

    To graduate, you must fulfill the program-specific requirements.

    • Internship

      Internship

      As part of the program, international professional experience is required during the summer prior to beginning your studies in Canada.

      • For candidates in the International Business (IB) stream: an 8-week internship or equivalent work experience at any company with international operations, approved by NHH.
      • For candidates in Business Analytics: a minimum 10-week internship or equivalent work experience at any company approved by NHH, where the work specifically involves a focus on analytics.

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis at Ivey, and it must be submitted to Ivey only.
      • The thesis is worth 30 ECTS.

    The Ivey Business School Double Degree offers the following programs:

  • Louvain School of Management, Belgium

    Louvain School of Management, Belgium

    • Accreditation: EQUIS
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Not required
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None
    • Erasmus+ grant: Available
    • Other requirements:
      • Louvain allows a maximum of one pass/fail course per semester.
      • Applicants must follow the application process specified by Louvain.

    To graduate, you must fulfill the program-specific requirements.

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will begin your Master’s thesis (20 ECTS) in the second semester and will complete it individually.
      • The thesis must be submitted at Louvain, with an oral defense conducted at Louvain.
      • Relevant courses contributing to the thesis will be included in the total of 30 ECTS recognized toward your degree.

    Please note that the Louvain Double Degree is available for the following major combinations:

    Please note: ETI450 Corporate Social Responsibility will replace Louvain’s mandatory ethics course, Corporate Social Responsibility.

  • Luiss Guido Carli, Italy

    Luiss Guido Carli, Italy

    • Accreditation: EQUIS, AMBA
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Not required
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None; however, a mandatory graduation fee of €200 and a regional tax of €156 apply
    • Erasmus+ grant: Available
    • Other requirements: Luiss does not accept graduate courses assessed on a pass/fail basis

    To graduate, you must fulfill the program-specific requirements.

    • Internship

      Internship

      • Incoming students are not required to complete an internship. Instead, they will be assigned a project to organize at Luiss. Students are also welcome to undertake an internship in Rome if they prefer. Please contact the Double Degree coordinator for further information.

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis individually, under the supervision of faculty from Luiss. You are required to defend your thesis orally prior to graduation.
      • The thesis at Luiss consists of 18 ECTS of written work plus project work, totaling 30 ECTS.

    The Luiss Double Degree is available only to students enrolled in the following NHH majors:

    • ENE - Strategic Management, Innovation and Sustainability

      ENE - Strategic Management, Innovation and Sustainability

      You may combine the ENE major at NHH with Strategic Management, Innovation, and Sustainability at Luiss.

      • Program structure
      • You must follow a specific study plan during your first year at NHH in order to qualify for the Luiss degree. Please contact the Double Degree Coordinator for further information.

  • Nova School of Business and Economics, Portugal

    Nova School of Business and Economics, Portugal

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None; however, an administrative fee of €36.50, a Final Master’s Certificate fee of €50, and a Diploma fee of €150 apply
    • Erasmus+ grant: Available
    • Other requirements:
      • Nova does not accept graduate courses assessed on a pass/fail basis
      • Applicants who have previously applied unsuccessfully to Nova’s MSc program are not eligible to apply for the Double Degree program
      • If selected by NHH to Nova, you must fulfill additional program-specific requirements.

    • Language

      Language

      • If you are enrolled in the International MSc in Finance program, you must have completed the language requirements as detailed here.
      • All students, whether enrolled in the International MSc in Finance or the regular MSc in Finance, must submit proof of English proficiency at a minimum B2 level. Accepted exams include Cambridge, TOEFL, or IELTS. TOEFL iBT Home Edition certificates are also accepted.

    • Video

      Video

      • For the International MSc in Finance, you must submit a video of no more than 4 minutes in which you explain how and where you envision yourself five years from now in terms of your professional career.

    To graduate, you must fulfill the program-specific requirements:

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis at Nova, referred to as the “Work Project”, under the supervision of a faculty member at Nova only.
      • The thesis is worth 30 ECTS.

    The Nova Double Degree is available only to students enrolled in the following NHH majors:

    • FIE - Finance

      FIE - Finance

      You may combine the FIE major at NHH with either the highly ranked International Master’s in Finance or the regular Master’s in Finance program at Nova.

      Students who do not meet the requirements for the International Master’s in Finance may enroll in the regular Master’s in Finance. The curriculum is identical, but the regular program does not include the additional career services or the requirements related to language skills and international experience.

  • University of Mannheim, Germany

    University of Mannheim, Germany

    • Accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
    • Language of instruction: English
    • Documentation of language: Not required
    • GPA required: None
    • Tuition fee: None
    • Erasmus+ grant: Available
    • Other requirements: Mannheim does not accept graduate courses assessed on a pass/fail basis

    To graduate, you must fulfill the program-specific requirements:

    • Thesis

      Thesis

      • You will complete your Master’s thesis at the University of Mannheim, following their requirements and procedures. Topics for Master’s theses are assigned, not chosen individually.
      • You will have a supervisor and must submit your thesis at Mannheim only.
      • The thesis consists of 24 ECTS of written work plus a seminar, for a total of 30 ECTS.

    The Mannheim Double Degree is available only to students enrolled in the following NHH majors:

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