The Master's degree in Risk Management and Circular Economy (RiMCE) at Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) is designed for professionals seeking to become agents of change in a world facing climate change, biodiversity loss, and overconsumption. This program fosters awareness of planetary boundaries and cultivates a solution-centric mindset to drive the transition towards a sustainable future. Through collaborative learning in diverse, multidisciplinary, and intercultural teams, students gain valuable skills highly sought after in today's global workforce. The RiMCE program emphasizes practical application, drawing on TAMK's extensive expertise in circular economy, strong business partnerships, and research activities in bio- and circular economy.
This program aims to equip graduates with the skills to become 'circular economy change agents', prepared for modern working life in roles that demand an understanding of sustainability and risk management.
The specific English language tests accepted will be published after each summer break. Applicants who have completed higher education degrees in Australia, Canada, the European Union or EEA, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, or the United States are exempt from providing an English language proficiency certificate.
Tuition fees are for non-EU/EEA citizens only.
Applicants need a relevant Bachelor's degree (e.g., in Engineering or Business Administration) and at least two years (24 months) of documented work experience post-Bachelor's. English language proficiency is also required, with exemptions for degrees from specific countries.
For non-EU/EEA citizens, the tuition fee is 12,000 EUR per academic year. Tuition fees do not apply to EU/EEA citizens.
The programme is designed for full-time study and typically takes 1 to 1.5 years to complete, with a study extent of 60-90 ECTS.
Applications are submitted through the Studyinfo.fi service. The process includes checking eligibility, completing a mandatory pre-task assignment, and potentially an online interview for shortlisted candidates.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as Circular Economy Specialist, Sustainability Manager, Risk Management Consultant, or Business Development Manager in Sustainable Industries.