TAITOTALO Further Vocational Qualification in Business
Overview
TAITOTALO empowers more than 28,000 learners every year, equipping them with practical, career-ready skills for real-world success. Supported by a team of 400 dedicated educators, TAITOTALO stands as Finland’s largest provider of vocational adult education, blending tradition with innovation to meet the evolving demands of today’s global workforce.
The institution’s commitment to excellence has been recognized nationally. In 2023, TAITOTALO received the Quality Award for Vocational Education and Training from the Ministry of Education and Culture, a clear testament to its dedication to delivering world-class education.
Program Timeline
Vocational training start: November 2026
Deadline for applications: 27 July 2026
Structure
The program consists of two main components:
Compulsory vocational units (30 cp)
Optional vocational units (120 cp)
TAITOTALO’s vocational programs are designed to give you the skills employers value most. Our curriculum combines core competencies with customizable options, ensuring you gain both foundational knowledge and specialized expertise.
Program
Information
Duration: 12 months (150 competence points) full-time studies, studies include on campus studies and on-the-job learning
Studies start: November 2026
Location: Helsinki, Finland
Language: Finnish
Seats: 30 seats
Target market: All nationalities
Program Fees:
Total program fee: EUR 10,500
Mandatory online Finnish language course: 645 EUR
Application fee: EUR 100
Admission
Criteria
To be eligible for this program, you must meet the following requirements:
Complete upper secondary education (high school)
Completed Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from Business
Work experience related to business (beneficial and optional)
Ability to participate in a Finnish Language Course
Acceptable Backgrounds
for TAITOTALO
The program is open to applicants with a variety of backgrounds, including:
Applicants must have completed upper secondary education (high school).
Completion of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from Business
Application
Process
Edunation recruits and pre-screens students.
Edunation interviews applicants who meet the pre-requirements.
Shortlisted applicants are forwarded to TAITOTALO for final selection based on their background, experience, and interview performance.
Edunation sends acceptance packages to selected students, including program documents, Finnish language course information, and program fee invoice.
Upon receipt of program fee payment, Edunation provides residence permit instructions and online Finnish language course access.
What to Do After Graduation?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a vocational qualification in business.
This qualification will allow you to apply for a work permit or a look-for-work residence permit in Finland. You may also choose to continue your studies or return to your home country.
Career
Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in thr business industry, such as:
Sales
Customer Service
Retail and Marketing
Book a Free Counselling Session!
In our counselling session, we will guide you through the process of applying and going through your questions and concerns regarding the journey in studying to Finland.
Book a Free Counselling Session!
In our counselling session, we will guide you through the process of applying and going through your questions and concerns regarding the journey in studying to Finland.