Degree and language skills helped Mariana Salgado into Finnish working life
The professional network has been an important support for Salgado in her career as a service designer
Alum Salla Vainio: An exceptional generalist
Little did a young business student know that the most valuable lessons of her career wouldn’t come from lectures but from student union work. Over the years, Salla Vainio has found herself in many extraordinary situations in leadership roles around the world.
Changes in Open University Course Fees in Autumn 2025
The course fees for courses at the Open University will increase in autumn 2025. This change applies to courses starting on or after September 1st 2025. You can find the course fees in the course descriptions.
Update your competence or find a completely new direction? Higher education institutions’ new Opin.fi service is now open!
Opin.fi is a collaborative service by Finnish universities and universities of applied sciences, offering a diverse selection of open courses available to everyone. The new platform launched this April, with marketing directed at learners set to begin in May. This spring, it includes participation from 29 Finnish higher education institutions, including Aalto University.
Growth entrepreneur Teemu Myllymäki: I wanted to see where the rabbit hole leads
An entrepreneurial mindset and the lessons learned during doctoral studies at Aalto University have helped Teemu Myllymäki to become a founding partner and CEO of Measurlabs, a company selling chemical measurement services.
The joint Finnish Higher Education service, Opin.fi, is now open
Opin.fi is a joint service by Finnish universities and universities of applied sciences, offering a diverse selection of open courses available to everyone. The new platform launched this April, with marketing directed at learners set to begin in May. This spring, it includes participation from 29 Finnish higher education institutions, including Aalto University.
Alum Sari Ovaska: 'It was clear to me that I wanted to help create better workplaces for others'
Our alum Sari Ovaska broadened her expertise during her study leave, and transitioned from an auditor position to a new career in HR.
‘Sport is the most important useless thing in the world’
Tero Tiitu, three-time world floorball champion, shared his experiences of combining studies, competitive sport and working life
Heikki Poutanen: Insights from my life and the philosophy of the new People Know it Better fund
An alumnus of Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Heikki Poutanen talks in his own words about his life, career and leadership philosophy. With the substantial donation of Mr. Poutanen, Aalto University established the Heikki Poutanen People Know it Better Leadership Fund in 2024, the funds of which will be used to support teaching and research in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management in line with Poutanen's leadership philosophy.
Develop your skills free of charge – the application period for FITech’s summer courses is now open
FITech's summer course offering includes over 100 courses, more than 20 of which are offered by Aalto.
Shape your future at Aalto University Summer School
Spending your summer in a Nordic country could be one of your best decisions yet. The alumni of our past summer courses at Aalto University Summer School share how participating in a summer course at Aalto helped them prepare for their future and develop both professionally and personally.
Alum Otso Sillanaukee: "Master's studies prepared me well for working life"
Otso Sillanaukee, an alum from the Master’s programme in Creative Sustainability, wants to make a difference in the world for a more sustainable and happier future.
FITech Network University is starting a development project to enhance mathematics education
The aim of the new project is to increase the appeal of mathematics education and to promote enrollment in studies.
Minna Lukander is the Alumna of the Year of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Architect and CEO of Talli Architecture and Design strives to create functional and meaningful spaces and living environments that promote well-being, community, and a sustainable lifestyle.
The Business and Economics Alumni Association donated to the international student exchange program at the School of Business
The association's 100th anniversary in February celebrated a vibrant association.
Donor Ari Koskivaara: Knowledge becomes outdated, unlike friendship
Ari Koskivaara supported the School of Business by donating shares, whereby the value of the gift is determined based on the market value of the shares.
Radical creativity online course reached 10,000 registrants
By practicing creativity, you develop the skills and mindset needed to overcome obstacles and solve various challenges.
Alum Philipp Hummel: ‘Meaningful work revolves around three key aspects’
Our Global Management alum Philipp Hummel works as a Consultant at Bain & Company. For him, meaningful work revolves around three key aspects: broader positive impact, personal growth, and flexibility.
Open university courses for summer 2025 have been published!
Most of the open university courses for summer have been added to our course selection.
Aalto EE Selected to Deliver Continuous Education to Enhance Green Transition Investments
The aim of the Service Center for Continuous Learning and Employment education is to support the implementation of green transition investments and the development of related skills and competencies.
