Investing in education is investing in your future
High-quality education leads to exciting career opportunities, competitive salaries, and the confidence to seize every opportunity the future has to offer. Because HELBUS is a private business school, its offerings are funded through tuition fees.
At HELBUS, the student comes first. To provide an optimal learning experience, instruction and its quality is constantly evaluated. Recruiting highly qualified faculty members, creating engaging learning materials, constructing interactive remote learning platforms, and maintaining student services all require resources.
In a constantly changing world, students should have more options than ever. Tuition fees enable HELBUS to develop its offerings to meet students’ individual needs and learning styles while providing flexibility. For example, students can complete their studies at their own pace: the BA degree can be completed either on-site or remotely alongside work, while the MBA degree can be completed in 12 or 24 months.
You can also apply for a scholarship for studies starting in autumn 2026. Read more scholarships here.
Are you ready to invest in yourself?
Funding your BA studies
HELBUS students pay tuition fees to fund their studies.
Also, they:
- Can start their studies right after high school without entrance exams, gap years, or retaking exams to improve their grades
- Enter the job market years ahead of their peers
- Strengthen their language skills and prepare for an international career
- Build a valuable professional network already during their studies.
Learn more about BA scholarship opportunities here
Tuition fees and payment schedules (on-site)
Tuition fees for the full-time Bachelor of Arts in Business and Management on-campus programme (September 2026 intake):
| On-site | Tuition fee | Payment schedule (September 2026 intake) |
|---|---|---|
| Year one | 5 833 € x 2 | August 2026, January 2027 |
| Year two | 5 833 € x 2 | April 2027, August 2027 |
| Year three | 5 833 € x 2 | January 2028, April 2028 |
| Total | 35 000 € |
Prices include VAT (25,5%).
Tuition fees and payment schedules (Online)
Tuition fees for the full-time Bachelor of Arts in Business and Management distance learning programme (September 2026 intake):
| Online | Tuition fee | Payment schedule (September 2026 intake) |
|---|---|---|
| Year one | 6 083 € x 2 | August 2026, January 2027 |
| Year two | 6 083 € x 2 | April 2027, August 2027 (to be confirmed in 2026) |
| Year three | 5 833 € x 2 | January 2028, April 2028 (to be confirmed in 2026) |
| Total | 36 000 € |
Prices include VAT (25,5%).
Options for financing your studies
There are several ways to finance your BA studies at HELBUS:
Kela’s study allowance and loan
HELBUS students can apply for financial aid and student loans through Kela. Learn more on Kela website
https://www.kela.fi/opintotuki-kuka-voi-saada.
OP flexible credit
Under certain conditions, students aged 18 and over can apply for OP's flexible credit for tuition fees and thus get more time to pay. For more information about HELBUS, please contact admissions(at)helbus.fi!
Financial support from family or relatives
It’s worth discussing with your parents or other relatives whether they can provide financial support for your studies. Educational funding from family members is not subject to gift tax.
Need help exploring your financing options? Want to discuss tuition fees in more detail? Get in touch, and let’s set up a time to talk!
Funding your MBA studies
The HELBUS MBA degree is an investment in your future career and professional development. In addition, it offers exceptional value for money in the Finnish market, where MBA programme fees range from €26,000 to over €59,000. In price comparison, the HELBUS degree is the most affordable in Finland, at €26,000.
By financing their studies, HELBUS students:
- Increase their chances of salary growth
- Improve their prospects for expert and leadership roles
- Build connections, networks, and skills for starting and growing their own business.
Tuition fees and payment schedules
The total cost of the MBA degree for Finnish and EU/EEA citizens starting in the 2026–2027 academic year is 26 000 € (including VAT 25,5%) for Finnish and EU/EEA citizens.
The tuition fees are paid in three instalments (€8,667 per instalment). The payment schedule will be confirmed in the student agreement signed before the start of the studies.
Early Bird -hintaetu
An Early Bird tuition option is available for MBA applicants who register for the programme by 31 May and pay the confirmation fee of €750.
Under the Early Bird offer, participants receive a 15% reduction on the total tuition fee, lowering the programme cost from €26,000 to €22,100 (VAT 25.5% included) for the full MBA.
Please note that the admission process conducted by the University of Northampton (UoN) typically requires a few weeks processing time. To secure eligibility for the Early Bird tuition rate, we strongly recommend submitting your application as early as possible, and preferably no later than 1 May.
(The Early Bird tuition fee cannot be combined with any other discounts, scholarships, or promotional offers).
Financing your studies
There are several ways to fund your MBA at HELBUS:
Kela study allowances and loan (for the 12-month full-time MBA only)
Full-time MBA students may be eligible for Kela’s allowances and student loan.
Bank loan
Banks and other financial institutions may offer student loans to cover tuition fees. You can discuss your options with your bank.
OP flexible credit
HELBUS offers the possibility to finance the entire tuition fee or part of it. with OP’s flexible creditThe applicant fills in the flexible credit application and informs HELBUS once they have received a credit approval. You can get more information about OP’s flexible credit for financing tuition fees by contacting us.
Employer sponsorship
Investing in an employee’s MBA pays off in the form of leaders who drive business growth, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities that drive business and organizational development forward. This, in turn, is reflected in increased revenue, more efficient processes, and new business initiatives.
For more details on tax deductions for MBA studies, visit the Finnish Tax Administration website:
Education costs in personal taxation
Education costs in employer taxation
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