2. Strong internationalisation

A Development programme for building international networks

Businesses and public organisations work together to set up and coordinate international networks with other innovative economic systems with strong competence in order to strengthen market intelligence and customer contacts. The basis of operation is joint utilisation of existing, diverse networks.

• Participants:
  Everyone

B Internationalisation programme of public services

Basic services of municipalities and other service providers are developed with the aim of improving the integration, settling in and practical everyday life of foreign employees, students and their families.

• Participants:
  City of Oulu and other municipalities, public organisations, service and other companies

C Oulu marketing programme

The aim is to improve the recognition of Oulu as a brand. The improved recognition will help to market the region to the companies considering setting up operation in the region as well as to students and employees.

• Participants:
  City of Oulu and other municipalities, public organisations, Oulu Regional Business Agency, service and other companies
   

Spearhead programme example EFA 2015 - Oulu Expat City promotes internationalisation The EFA 2015 - Oulu Expat City programme was created to attract creative, competent expatriates to Oulu. The aim of the project is to increase Oulu’s attractiveness in the eyes of companies and experts from other countries. The project promotes Oulu’s success in the international market and emphasises the city region’s status as a tolerant and multicultural place to live in.