Become one of our alumni after your studies

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If you are a former student from Linnaeus University you are welcome to receive guidance and planning even during your current career. As an alumni, you can get the same career guidance offered to students. Our career counsellors offers personal guidance, webinars and workshops. For example, you can get help with training for upcoming interview situations, career planning and feedback on your CV and cover letter. 

Read more about our career guidance at this page: https://lnu.se/en/student/job-and-career/karriarvagledning/

The research at Linnaeus University has breadth. It covers some one hundred research subjects and more than 30 doctoral student subject areas.

This breadth is also a strength in our work for a sustainable societal development, which makes up the basis for our research. In our work, we are determined to set knowledge in motion across subject borders and to integrate research with education and collaboration. Only in this way can we accomplish the multiple approaches required to meet the challenges facing our society.

Here you can follow what is happening in research at Linnaeus University.

As an alumni from Linnaeus University you are welcome to the University Library. 

You can borrow books, read printed newspapers and magazines and use study environments. If you visit the library you also have access to databases via some of the computers.

You can get help with your information search in the library's information.  https://lnu.se/en/library/

What did you study at Linnaeus University?

My journey with Linnaeus University started years ago when I first read the big sign “människor växer här'' in Kalmar Harbour. That was during my studies at Linnaeus University Summer Academy. In that summer, I encountered a unique international, intercultural and interdisciplinary learning environment. While simultaneously enjoying one of the most scintillating summer cities in the country. After that experience, I decided to join Linnaeus School of Business and Economics to specialize in International Sales and Marketing, and further, attain a master’s degree in International Business Strategy— as preparation for a lifelong career as a scientist in Academia and as a practitioner in the international business world.

What do you work with today?

I am the founder of The Matrsson Organization. The company operates internationally within various industries; my primary role in the company is to strategically steer the overall business operations. In addition, I do personally provide business consultancy, seminars, and workshops to business owners and senior executives worldwide.

How did you establish your career after your studies at Linnaeus University?

During my International Sales and Market program, I had the chance to collaborate with the senior management of multinational companies such as Volvo Group, Electrolux, Konecranes...etc. And by the time I was in my second year, I had already started my own company. I was running international business operations within three different industries. The business school facilitated the way for me to establish extensive professional networks that include both local and international relationships.

How was your life at Linnaeus University?

Living in Kalmar City is a unique experience. Kalmar is history, art, and culture. It’s a peaceful calm place, yet it is full of life. Most days, when I am done working. I go out for a coffee in the city. After that, I spend time on my hobbies, “BBC World Service, Classical music, Jazz, Cooking and Blue Whales...I am fascinated by Blue Whales.”

What is it like to study at Linnaeus University?

Studying at Linnaeus University is like parachuting into a land of inspiration, creativity, and opportunities. Linnaeus School of Business and Economics educates people with a focus on their future rather than the next assignment. Being a part of Linnaeus University means having access to beautiful minds, researchers who just have a lot to give. They are my role models, and they passed to me their love and passion for creating and disseminating knowledge. I have been heavily inspired by their work on Entrepreneurship, International Business, Emerging Markets, Sales, and Marketing. Having access to such an encouraging environment paved the way for me to achieve a high level of personal and professional growth.

What happened after you got your degree?

I immediately got involved in a research-based master’s program with a specialization in International Business Strategy. I have a huge interest in "teaching" and "doing research" within the area of international business and marketing. I am planning to join the knowledge platform “Global Mind – Business competitiveness in changing landscapes.” which is part of the School of Business and Economics at Linnaeus University.

What do you bring with you from your studies at Linnaeus University?

Linnaeus business school could be seen as a golden springboard that has the potential to boost your growth within an intercultural environment. It will equip you with the required knowledge, skill sets, and dynamic capabilities that enable you to provide immense value at all “strategic, tactical, and operational levels” to the international business world. I did obtain specialized knowledge and a deep-seated sense of understanding concerning International Business, Relationship Marketing, and Industrial Sales. All that in the light of Globalization, Digitalization, and Sustainable Development.

What is your relation with Linnaeus University today?

My journey with Linnaeus University started with a summer course, and then it becomes a responsibility. Today, Academia, Linnaeus University, and Kalmar City are part of my identity.

Can you give any career tips?

Stay faithful to your tasks and always aim to deliver superior value “following a consistent and systematic approach". Avoid the competitive mindset “competition kills creativity” it is always better to differentiate yourself using entrepreneurship and innovation. In addition, learn how to communicate effectively, create networks and build relationships. However, with knowledge comes “enormous responsibility” so make sure to use your authority, influence, and persuasion skills ethically and wisely.

Finally, hold the vision and trust the process.