University of Vaasa educates responsible leaders and experts for the needs of the future. The education and research is wide ranging, spanning from business studies, administration, and technology, to languages and communication (5500 students, 500 employees). The strength of the university is the community spirit, which promotes multidisciplinary studies and research. Faculty of Business Studies is one of the largest in its sector in Finland with (2400 students and a faculty of 150 people). The Faculty educates experts and decision makers in the business sector who have the readiness to work in demanding corporate and industrial roles in both local and international operational environments.