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WELCOME TO
MSSc SDE

MSSc in Strategic Design and Entreprenurship

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 presentations, 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.

MSSc SDE academic introduction

Time: 08:55 – 13:30
Location: Solbjerg Plads 3, room SPs13 Kunde & Co

Practical information: Rain gear, layers, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Bring your own lunch or buy at CBS. Laptops/tablets, notebooks, or phone recommended for taking notes during the day.

Entire Wednesday programme

  • 8:55 – 9:00: CBS Study Director, Stina Teilmann-Lock, and Head of Programme at the Royal Danish Academy Camilla Hedegaard Møller, welcomes you to the SDE Programme.
  • 9:00 – 9:30: Programme introduction and overview with Stina Teilmann-Lock and Camilla Hedegaard Møller, which includes a review of the SDE programme timeline and programme expectations.
  • 9:30 – 10:30: CBS study start hosts will provide an overview of the intro week. They will review important information about the SDE programme from a student perspective, fun tips for your first year, and conduct some get-to-know-you activities. They will also chat about the SDE Quality Board and ways to get involved.  
  • 10:30 – 10:45: Break. The Student Support Fair begins at 10:45 and continues until 14:00. Attendance at the fair and the remainder of the SDE programme is optional; however, we strongly encourage you to stay and take part in the rest of the day’s activities.
  • 10:45 – 12:10: An SDE alum will share their experience with the class.
  • 12:10 – 12:30: Break. You may pick up lunch during this time if you did not bring one.
  • 12.30 – 13:30: Meet in the room (SPs13 Kunde & Co). We will have lunch together inside the room while the study start hosts show you some informational videos about CBS, including a tour video of the campus.
  • 13:30 – 13:45: Break
  • 13:45 – 16:00: Meet right outside of the room (SPs13 Kunde & Co) to depart for Frederiksberg Gardens (Frederiksberg Have, exact location will be shared via WhatsApp group and Instagram). We will play lawn games and host an informal Q&A session with the study start hosts. There will be a walking guide and a biking guide to the gardens.

Thursday,
27 August
2026

Meeting point: The Living Room (Larsbjørnsstræde 17, 1454 København)

Practical information: Activities are optional. You may meet the group at any point in the day at one of the listed locations below. Please stay in touch via WhatsApp. Please bring your phone for group activities. Rain gear, layers, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. No meals provided this day, so please be prepared to pack or purchase food throughout the day as needed.

  • 11:00 – 12:30: Meet at The Living Room (Larsbjørnsstræde 17, 1454 København) for coffee and a light lunch. Menu can be found here: https://thelivingroom.dk/
  • 12.30 – 14:30: Group activities. Reconvene at Ørstedsparken at 14:00 – exact location will be shared via WhatsApp group and Instagram.
  • 14:30 – 15:00: Commute to Bastard Cafe Nørrebro (Borgmestervangen 21, 2200 København). There will be a walking guide and a biking guide to the cafe.
  • 15:00 – 18:00: Board games at Bastard Café Nørrebro (Borgmestervangen 21, 2200 København). Sign-ups will take place on Instagram, please keep an eye on Instagram for more information.

Friday, 28 August
2026

Practical information: Please review requirements sent from The Royal Danish Academy regarding study start. Nothing is needed for CBS on this day.

  • The Royal Danish Academy study start programming will take place in the morning through the afternoon this day.
  • 16:00 – 22:00: SMK Fridays (free admission) at Statens Museum for Kunst (Sølvgade 48-50, 1307 København). Meet up for a night of art, music, performances, and talks. Meet at the entrance of the museum – exact time and location will be shared via WhatsApp group and Instagram. Please keep an eye out for updates.

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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Contact

Study Manager: Paru Dave – pda.stu@cbs.dk

CBS Study Start Hosts:

Royal Danish Academy Study Start Hosts: