Double Degree in Management of Energy, Natural Resources and the Environment with NHH Norwegian School of Economics

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Degree
Double and Triple Degree
Duration
2 Years
Year
2026/2027

Programme features  

The Double Degree with NHH is a two-year programme aimed at students enrolled in the first year of the Master's Degree in Strategic Management, taught in English. 

The Programme provides specialised training on sustainability and the global energy transition. Through courses focused on environmental and resource economics, electricity markets, sustainable business models, and the key energy sectors, students will develop the analytical skills needed to tackle the challenges of transitioning to a more sustainable economy. 

Programme structure  

The Programme is structured as follows: 

  • the first year takes place at Luiss; 
  • the second year takes place at NHH, based in Bergen, Norway.

Available places  

There are 7 places available for each academic year. 

Who can apply  

The call for applications for the 2027–2028 mobility year is open to students enrolled in the first year of the Luiss Master's Degree in Strategic Management during the 2026–2027 academic year.  

Eligible majors

  • Strategic Management and Consulting 
  • Technology Strategy 
  • Sustainability & the Circular Economy

University fees 

Luiss students will pay tuition fees exclusively to Luiss and will therefore be exempt from paying tuition fees at NHH.

Qualifications awarded  

Upon completion of the programme, students will be awarded a Master's Degree in Strategic Management from Luiss and a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration (MScEBA) from NHH. 

Disclaimer:  

The information on this page, including eligible courses and majors, admission requirements, and other details, is reviewed annually and may be updated for future mobility years. Applicants are encouraged to check this page regularly for any updates before submitting their application. 

Luiss Academic Coordinator

Andrea Pelaez-Martinez 

Faculty | apelaez@luiss.it 

International Degree Programmes 
Viale Romania 32, 
00197 Rome

For general enquiries 
international@luiss.it 

For questions about the programme 
Elena Salemi 
esalemi@luiss.it

Educational information

  • Interested students must read and understand the study plan and its rules. As a general rule, it is not possible to make changes to the curriculum. 
  • The exams listed in the study plan must be taken and passed before the start of the mobility year. 
  • During the mobility period, students will be subject to NHH regulations. 

Information about the thesis

The two universities will provide detailed information on procedures and related deadlines throughout the Programme. For reference: 

  • For Luiss students, the first available graduation session will be in the autumn (October/November), as the Transcript of Records, which includes the thesis, will not be available until mid-August. 
  • Luiss students will work on their thesis during the mobility period under the supervision of two supervisors, one from Luiss and one from NHH. 
  • Students will be required to submit their dissertation to NHH and defend it orally at Luiss, in line with the established deadlines. 
  • Students must adhere to the procedures and deadlines set by both universities regarding thesis submission, assessment, verification of originality and quality standards, as well as any other required formalities. 
  • Each university will assess the final thesis according to its own academic criteria. 
  • The thesis proposal must be approved by both supervisors and meet the academic standards of both institutions. 

Additional information

  • Students selected for a Double Degree programme are required to follow the study plan for the year of mobility, including any changes, particularly those concerning language courses and other academic activities. 
  • While committing to providing complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to modify, update, or revoke the Programme at any time. 
  • Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the Programme due to circumstances beyond its control. Should this occur, all students affected will be informed promptly. 

Luiss in Europe: NHH, Norway

Selection criteria

Eligible candidates will be placed on a ranked list based on academic merit and the criteria set out in the table below. Academic merit will be assessed based on the data available from the Student Administration Office by the deadline specified in the call for applications (generally mid-February).

CriterionWeightDetails
Weighted Average35%Calculated based on the minimum pass mark for exams (18/30). 
Registered credits33%The score takes into account all the credits registered by the deadline specified in the call for applications (generally mid-February). Credits from additional courses (free courses) and internships will not be considered. 
Level of English language proficiency 25%Calculated based on the six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C2. 
Bachelor's Degree Mark5%From 100/110 to 110 with honours
Credits registered for internships2%Credits for internships recorded in the academic career

Call for applications – Timeline for the 2026/2027 mobility year 

For the subsequent years of mobility, the timeline will be updated annually and published on this page around September. 

PhaseTimeline
Publication of the call for applicationsEarly December 2025
Opening of applications8 January 2026
Application deadline21 January 2026
Publication of resultsLate February 2026
Confirmation of participationWithin one working day

Disclaimer: Dates are subject to change. Please check this page regularly for any updates.

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