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WELCOME TO
MSc APP

​MSc in Applied Economics and Finance

We are very much looking forward to welcoming you all when you start your new studies after the summer!

Programme for intro days

On this page, you can find the full programme for the intro days at your study programme, contact information, and/or social media. Remember to keep yourself up to date as changes may occur up until the introduction week.

Activities at CBS will appear in your schedule, which you will find at calendar.cbs.dk. The below programme may differ slightly from calendar.cbs.dk, as it shows the room booking timeslots. It is the timeslots in the programme below that you must follow.

Activities outside CBS, e.g. social events, will not appear in your schedule, but only in the programme below.

Wednesday, 26 August
2026

CBS Graduate Study Start Day 

At the Graduate Study Start Day you will be welcomed along with all the other new students on CBS’ graduate programmes. CBS Graduate Study Start Day consists of an academic introduction to your study programme and a Student Support Fair, where you can get a lot of information about the different services and opportunities at CBS. There will also be a guided campus tour at CBS.

In addition to the academic introductions, there will be plenty of opportunity to network and meet other students in cosy surroundings.

The Graduate Study Start Day will take place at Solbjerg Plads 3, 2000 Frederiksberg.

Student Support Fair

During the Student Support Fair you can hear a variety of presentations and talks about CBS’ services. All presentations are held in the SPs01 auditorium at Solbjerg Plads 3. In addition, there will be walk-ins, where you can get more detailed information and can ask questions.

Presentations

Location: Solbjerg Plads 3, 2000 Frederiksberg, room SPs01.

  • 11:40 – 11:50: CBS Students will talk about the digital platforms you need to know as a CBS student
  • 11:55 – 12:05: CBS IT will talk about the digital platforms you need to know as a CBS student
  • 12:10 – 12:20: CBS Library will give a presentation about the different facilities and offers
  • 12:25 – 12:35: Student Guidance will talk about the help and advice you can get during your studies
  • 12:40 – 12:50: CBS Careers will talk about career-relevant activities and events they arrange as well as the career counseling they provide
  • 12:55 – 13.05: International Office will talk about your opportunities for exchange, CEMS and double degree
  • 13:10 – 13:20: Copenhagen School of Entrepreneurship (CSE) will show you how to combine innovation and entrepreneurship with your studies

Walk-ins

  • 10:45 – 14:00: CBS Students, room: CBS Student Office
  • 10:45 – 14:00: CBS IT, room: Campus Information Desk
  • 10:45 – 14:00: CBS Library, room: Library
  • 10:45 – 14:00: Student Guidance, room: SP-DS.26
  • 10:45 – 14:00: SPS (special educational support), room: SP-DS.26
  • 10:45 – 14:00: Graduate Admission, room: Student Hub
  • 10:45 – 14:00: SU (student grant), room: Student Hub
  • 10:45 – 14:00: CBS Careers, room: SPs06
  • 10:45 – 14:00: International Office, room: SPs09
  • 10:45 – 14:00: CSE, room: SPs11
  • 10:45 – 14:00: Green Office, room: SPs15

Guided campus tour

As a new student at CBS, you can get a tour of the campus on Wednesday. The tour gives you the opportunity to get familiar with the most important places, including CBS’ various buildings, canteens, library, and much more. You will be shown around by CBS students who can answer your questions and help you find your way.

Time and meeting place: 10:00 or 14:00. The guided tour starts in front of room SPs01. Please sign up for one of the time slots.

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Academic introduction

At the academic introduction, you will get information about your study programme, including the structure and mandatory courses of your study programme.

MSc APP academic introduction

Time: 13:30 – 16:05
Location: Solbjerg Plads 3, room SP201

Full Wednesday programme

  • 10:45 – 13:30: Student Support Fair (see information above)
  • 13:30 – 16:05: MSc APP academic introduction

Thursday,
27 August
2026

Address and room: H. V. Nyholms Vej 21, 2000 Frederiksberg, room HN413

Practical information: Sandwiches for lunch will be served, however, feel free to bring your own food if preferred. Part of the day takes place outdoors in Frederiksberg Have, so please dress for the weather.

  • 10:45 – 11:00: Meet in room HN413. Start of the day with breakfast (croissants and coffee will be served).
  • 11:00 – 11:40: Presentation and Q&A with the study start hosts.
  • 11:40 – 11:50: Break.
  • 11:50 – 12:30: Team building exercises.
  • 12:30 – 13:20: Lunch in room HN413. Sandwiches will be handed out, and we will tell you about Friday’s activities.
  • 13:20 – 15:30: We walk together from H. V. Nyholms Vej 21 to Frederiksberg Have (entrance at Frederiksberg Runddel, 2000 Frederiksberg, approx. 5 minutes on foot). Networking and getting to know each other, plus outdoor games (Kongespil, frisbee).
  • 15:30 – 16:00: Wrapping up the first day in Frederiksberg Have.
  • Optional: AEF Union has planned social activities later.

Friday, 28 August
2026

Address and room: H. V. Nyholms Vej 21, 2000 Frederiksberg, room HN413

Practical information: Pizza will be served, however, feel free to bring your own lunch if preferred. The afternoon takes place outdoors.

  • 10:45 – 13:00: Meet in room HN413. Quiz and lunch (pizza will be served). Winners are announced and receive a very small prize.
  • 13:00 – 13:30: Introduction to the Applied Economics and Finance student union. The President and Vice President will present the union and invite you to join.
  • 13:30 – 17:00: We travel together to Amager Strandpark, Amager Strandvej, 2300 København S (metro line M2 to Amager Strand station). Social activities by the beach. This part of the day is optional and you are free to leave whenever you like.
  • 17:00: Wrapping up the study start programme.
  • Optional: AEF Union has planned social activities later.

12 August
23 August,
2026

International Student? 

Every year, right before the study start, CBS hosts two welcome events for new international students:

12 August: Online pre-arrival seminar 

Join CBS for an online seminar to help you get settled in Denmark and at CBS. You will get information and tips about registration with the authorities, housing, living in Denmark and much more.

23 August: Welcome event 

On this day you will get essential practical, academic and cultural information to assist you in your transition to CBS and Copenhagen. 

Please note that you need to sign up for the Welcome event.

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AEF Union

Caroline Andersen (President)
Benjamin Sola Kristensen (Vice President)