BI International Case Competition 2025
We鈥檙e celebrating the 10th edition of BIICC by inviting 12 prestigious schools from all over the world to compete in solving two real business case, provided by our strategic partners.
Practical information
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BI has booked hotel accommodation for all teams and advisors at during BIICC 2025. The hotel is located close to BI’s campus in Oslo.
If you want to extend your stay in Oslo and want to book a hotel room at Thon Hotel Storo, please contact the hotel directly. Be aware that the room costs for these extra nights must be covered by you via credit card.
From Oslo Airport
By public transportation:
Guests arriving at Oslo Airport Gardermoen may take the Airport Express Train for a 22-minute journey to Oslo Central Station. From here, travellers can take a taxi directly to the hotel, or they may take the metro directly to Nydalen Station or Storo Station, which is a short walk from the hotel.By bus:
Buses (Flybussene) from the airport take less than one hour to arrive at the Oslo Bus Terminal near the Oslo Central Station. Then take metro 4 or 5 to Nydalen Station, which is a short walk from the hotel.Bank
The nearest ATM is at Storo Shopping Centre.
Check-in
Rooms are normally available from 3.00 PM.
Check-out
The rooms are available until 12.00 noon on your day of departure. Late check-out must be arranged with the reception and is subject to availability.
Currency
The hotel does not accept foreign currency. Please contact the reception for directions to the nearest exchange office.
Internet
A wireless network is available throughout the hotel.
Luggage storage
A luggage storage room is in the lobby.
Safe
We recommend you to deposit your valuables in the hotel safe when you leave your room. Kindly contact the reception for assistance.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the hotel.
TV
The hotel has a wide selection of TV channels.
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Shops and supermarkets normally open between 8am and 10am. Most of the stores are open until 9pm, with some open until 11pm. Most banks are open between 9am – 3pm. On weekends, stores have limited opening hours. They are normally open for business between 10am – 7pm on Saturdays. On Sundays most shops are closed.
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The official currency in Norway is the 黑料专区 Krone (NOK). Norges Bank lists the exchange rate of some 40 different currencies.
ATMs are available within walking distance in all parts of Oslo. Most 黑料专区s use debit/credit cards for their daily transactions, and all of the major credit card services are widely accepted.
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Teams are free to leave Oslo any time Friday 14 February, but please note that the check-out time at the hotel is 12.00 noon. The nearest airport express train stop is Oslo S. Please contact the reception for departure times and directions.
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Norway uses the Europlug (Type C & F), which has two round pins. Norway operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. Please check which socket adapter/transformer you need to safely use your electrical devices in Norway.
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We recommend you use a map application, e.g. Google Maps, to navigate your way around Oslo. To find your way around BI’s campus, we advise you to use MazeMap, an interactive map of the school.
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Norway and Oslo are in the Central European time zone region - GMT +1.
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Norway is rich in winter culture. The winters can be long and cold, and Oslo is no exception. In February 2024, the average temperature of the capital was -0,9 degrees Celsius. The lowest temperature registered in February 2024 was -15,2 degrees.
Make sure you bring warm clothes, as it will make your stay more comfortable. In addition, the chance of snow is high, so good footwear is crucial to stay dry and warm.