Warrantti ry is the student association for business students at the University of Vaasa. Warrantti was founded in 1989
and, with its current amount of members, it is the second largest student association for business students in Finland. By joining Warrantti, our members also become members of Suomen Ekonomit, which means they are also covered by its supervision of interests. The most important task of our association is to supervise the interests of our members in their studies, leisure time, and working life, as well as to monitor and develop the quality of business education at the University of Vaasa. The highest decision-making power in the association is exercised by the association’s general assembly. The board elected at the general autumn assembly is responsible for operational and administrative activities, supported by the divisions, clubs, coordinators, major clubs, the traditions committee, and task groups appointed by the general assembly.

“Warrantti ry is Finland’s second largest student association for business students.”

“The most important task of our association is to supervise the interests of our members.”

INTRODUCTION TO THE STRATEGY WORK

The general autumn assembly of Warrantti ry on November 5, 2024, assigned the task of assembling a Strategy Task Group and initiating strategy work to the Chair of the Board for the coming year of 2025. The purpose of the strategy work is to set the direction and purpose of the association’s activities for the years 2026-2028. In 2025, the task group consisted of ten of Warrantti’s active members. In addition to the current Chair of the Board, the group included the current Vice Chair of the Board, two former Chairs of the Board, two former Heads of Corporate Relations, a former Treasurer, a former Head of Social Affairs, and two former NESU Chairpersons. The strategy work involved a broad assessment of the association’s current situation, the implementation of the previous strategy, and the financial statements and action plans from previous years. The strategy work was also supported by a strategy workshop organized for members in spring 2025 and a workshop organized for the board and the Tradition Committee in the summer of 2025.

The strategy for 2026-2028 will be presented by the Chair of the Board to the general autumn assembly for approval on November 4, 2025. The implementation of the new strategy will begin in January 2026. To support the implementation of the strategy, clear guidelines and reporting requirements will be created for the current board on a semi-annual basis to ensure the continuity of the strategy.

VISION

Warrantti is an influential organization whose growth and economic development are based on Finland’s most community oriented members, both during studies and after graduation. Through its responsible activities, Warrantti invests in the mental and physical well-being of its members by offering a wide range of accessible events and services, creating meaningful and international networks.

MISSION

Warrantti supports the studies and well-being of its members through active supervision of interest, which strengthens the quality of the University of Vaasa’s business degree and the students’ readiness for working life. Through its activities, Warrantti creates an encouraging atmosphere in which every Warrantti member has the opportunity to succeed and be an equal member of the community.

VALUES:

COMMUNITY SPIRIT

Community spirit is the foundation of our activities, ensuring that Warrantti’s members enjoy memorable years of study. Warrantti promotes a culture of close cooperation, where members help each other. Transparency, trust, and interaction are cherished in our activities. Warrantti’s members feel that they are part of the Warrantti’s community throughout their studies and beyond.

INFLUENCE

Warrantti offers high-quality supervision of interest and actively participates in the development of education. Warrantti’s members are offered a wide range of high-quality leisure activities. Warrantti is continuously developed to reflect the views of its members.

RESPONSIBILITY

Warrantti is a responsible player both economically and socially, and takes ecological considerations into account in its operations. Warrantti maintains good governance practices and is a valued and honest partner to its stakeholders. Warrantti encourages the use of the responsibility awareness gained from studies now and in the future.

EQUALITY

Warrantti is a safe community where everyone is valued for who they are. Warrantti does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying. Warrantti promotes and monitors equality in all its activities.

STRATEGIC TARGETS 2026-2028:

GROWING AND IMPACTFUL WARRANTTI

OUR TARGETS

We do impactful and credible work for our growing member community. We proudly promote Warrantti’s rights in stakeholder cooperation both locally and nationally. We achieve high-quality growth and development through responsible and considered decisions. Our activities must reflect our large membership and our valued community.

OUR APPROACH

• We develop stakeholder cooperation and strengthen Warrantti’s visibility in student and working life networks.
• We maintain a financially sustainable foundation, which enables stable continuity of operations in the future.
• We develop structures and operating models that enable Warrantti to play an active role in cooperation with the Student Union of the University of Vaasa and other stakeholders.
• We promote a sustainable culture and operating practices that strengthen Warrantti’s position as a reliable and responsible actor.

STRONG SUPERVISOR OF INTEREST

OUR TARGETS

Warrantti has a strong local and national impact, prioritizing the interests of its members as enrollment numbers grow. Warrantti is a strong advocate for students, regardless of their field of study or location.

OUR APPROACH

• We actively influence between university staff and academic units.
• We highlight the importance and value of accreditations and rankings in concrete terms.
• We are strongly involved in acquiring new accreditations and actively influence the maintenance of existing ones.
• We utilize the potential of major clubs as networking opportunities for Warrantti’s members and as low-threshold advocates.
• We develop cooperation between the Board of Warrantti, student representatives, and administration’s student representatives.

APPEAL OF THE ACTIVITIES

OUR TARGETS

Warrantti offers its members the opportunity to participate in meaningful and significant leisure activities. Warrantti’s student activities support both individual and community development.

OUR APPROACH

• We openly communicate about Warrantti’s diverse activities, which are open to both bachelor’s and master’s students.
• We are developing Warranttila into a versatile student association premises that supports the community spirit of Warrantti’s members.
• We are strengthening the appeal of our events and activities in both the short and long term to ensure that they meet the needs of Warrantti’s members as effectively as possible.

INTERNATIONALIZING WARRANTTI

OUR TARGETS

International students are a strong and equal part of the community of Warrantti. We facilitate their opportunities to participate in our activities and find their place in Warrantti according to their own interests.

OUR APPROACH

• We strengthen the position of international students as a genuine part of our active operations and community.
• We develop our communications so that they are easily accessible to all Warrantti’s members.
• We diversify our range of events to better meet the needs of international students.
• We enable international students to participate fully in student life and explore opportunities for cooperation with other actors.

GROWTH AND BENEFITS FOR WARRANTTI’S MEMBERS THROUGH CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS

OUR TARGETS

Warrantti is an appealing and ambitious partner that offers companies high-quality and diverse visibility as well as direct contact with future experts. We develop the impact of our corporate partnerships to match our growing organization and changing market environment.

OUR APPROACH

• We are developing Warrantti’s brand into a high-quality and attractive opportunity for corporate cooperation.
• We are strengthening our cooperation network in line with Warrantti’s values, taking future growth into account.
• We are expanding corporate events so that they reach a more diverse student audience.