Reykjavik University (Háskólinn í Reykjavík) was established in 1998. RU prepares the managers and specialists of the future by providing outstanding teaching, a connection with the industries, and a glimpse into the future through pioneering research work and active international collaboration. Students at Reykjavik University can attend courses in approximately 100 schools in over 20 countries, RU professors come from 26 countries, and each semester over 40 courses are taught in English. Professors and guest lecturers from world-renowned universities such as IESE Business School in Spain, Instituto de Empresa in Spain, Harvard University, Boston University, Copenhagen Business School and London Business School, travel to Reykjavi´k to teach courses at RU. Studies at all of Reykjavik University- RU's Schools are progressive and alert to practices at elite international universities. The school's curriculum is constantly evolving and just under 700 courses per year are currently offered; over 500 at the undergraduate level and close to 200 at the graduate level, all of which fully take into account the needs of both students and the economy.
