WELCOME TO
MSc DSC

MSc Business Administration and Data Science

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 introduction week at your study programme. 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.

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 DSC academic introduction

Time: 08:55 – 11:30
Location: Solbjerg Plads 3, room SP216 EY

Practical information: Lunch is NOT provided; you can bring your own lunch or buy it near CBS.

Full Wednesday programme

08:55 – 11:30: MSc DSC academic presentation
11:30 – 14:00: Lunch and Student Support Fair (see information above)

Thursday,
27 August
2026

Address: SP205 Simon Kucher, Solbjerg Plads 3, 2000 Frederiksberg (morning) and Nyhavn, 1051 Copenhagen K (afternoon)

Practical information: A small breakfast will be provided. Lunch is NOT provided. Wear comfortable clothes: the afternoon takes place outdoors in Kongens Nytorv and it can get quite windy! Bring sunscreen if sunny.

08:55 – 09:05: Welcome and distribution of name tags (SP205 Simon Kucher, Solbjerg Plads 3, 2000 Frederiksberg)
09:05 – 10:45: Icebreakers and group games
10:45–11:00: Break
11:00 – 11:20: Info Session 1| Programme overview: structure, key dates, and what to expect in your first weeks
11:25 – 11:50: Info Session 2 | Starting Out in Denmark: CPR number, MitID, yellow health card, opening a bank account, housing tips, tips for getting a job, etc.
11:55 – 12:25: Song Quiz
12:35 – 13:45: Lunch break | Free to explore the area around CBS
13:45 – 14:10: Group metro/bike ride to Kongens Nytorv (Nyhavn, 1051 Copenhagen K)
14:30 – 15:30: Canal boat tour of Copenhagen | Notes: Sign-up is required (cf. below). Deadline: 31/07 / It’s free! / Will not be cancelled even if it rains.
15:30 onwards: Informal (non-alcoholic) drinks and snacks at Nyhavn (Nyhavn, 1051 Copenhagen K)

If you wish to participate in a free canal boat tour of Copenhagen, please sign up via the form below. Deadline: 31/07. No registrations will be considered after this point.
Canal Boat Tour Sign-up Form: https://tally.so/r/2E71AM

Friday, 28 August
2026

Address: Amager Strandpark, Amager Strand Promenade 1, 2300 Copenhagen S

Practical information: Lunch is NOT provided, we will only bring a few non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. Wear comfortable sportswear. Bring a towel and swimwear (if you’d like to join the cold plunge) and sunscreen.

Not into beach sports or simply prefer a quieter afternoon? You’ll be able to play Kubb, Mölkky, Pétanque, and card games (Uno, Dobble, Exploding Kittens) or just sunbathe. Everyone is welcome, whatever your pace. All activities for this day will be cancelled if it rains.

12:00: Arrival at Amager Strand (Amager Strand Promenade 1, 2300 Copenhagen S)
12:15–13:45: Lunch picnic on the beach
13:45–16:15: Sports and activities – football, beach volleyball, Spikeball, Kubb/Mölkky, Pétanque, and card games
16:15–16:45:Group cold plunge in the Øresund (optional but encouraged; bring a towel!)
16:45: Group photo and goodbye :’)

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.

Social media

Please join the following WhatsApp group so we can receive relevant information and you can connect with your future classmates! Also, follow IT Union Instagram for updates on social events.

Contact

CBS IT Union

President and Head of Communications
Eva From-Poulsen, evfr22ab@student.cbs.dk

Vice-President and Head of Social
Simon Lade, sila25ag@student.cbs.dk

Treasurer and Head of Academics (and your Host!)
José Miguel Lobo, jolo25af@student.cbs.dk

If you would like to find out more about the IT Union, a union for the three IT master’s at CBS, please contact one of the members above.

WELCOME TO MSc DSC