Study location	Estonia, Tallinn
Type	Postgraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	2 years (120 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	MBA (Master of Business Administration)
Course code	214375, MAEM

Tuition fee	€7,800 per year
Application fee	€100 one-time The application fee is 100 EUR per applicant, which enables to apply for 2 programmes. The application fee is non-refundable! More information here: www.taltech.ee/apply

Entry qualification

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. In order to qualify for the studies at Tallinn University of Technology, an applicant has to have at least 60% of the highest possible CGPA. For detailed information about requested documents and suitable qualifications, please take a look at country specific requirements. GRE General Test result must be presented as it is a preliminary requirement for applying. The required threshold score, exemption criteria and other necessary information are available here. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Estonian. It is required to upload the official translations along with the original education documents to the online application system.

Language requirements

English To apply for the studies, an adequate proof of English language proficiency must be presented. Accepted certificates and required results are specified on our homepage. The proof of English may only be waived if a candidate has completed on-site secondary education, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree taught fully in English in one of the following countries: EU/EEA member states, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom. If you have completed studies in English but not on-site in the country named above, we ask you to present an internationally recognised test indicated on our homepage.

Other requirements	At least 3 years work experience as a middle manager or a specialist Online interview

More information	taltech.ee/mba

Overview

• MBA programme allows participants to develop their entrepreneurial management competences to become successful top managers in international companies.

• The MBA programme has AMBA accreditation. It brings the programme among the global top 2% and is the first such prestigious accreditation in Estonia and in the Baltic states.

• Participants’ professional development is supported by a coach, who will work with the participant one on one throughout his/her MBA studies.

• The programme provides a good blend of theoretical knowledge combined with practical results-oriented training. By the end of the studies, an entrepreneurial management project will be completed.

• The programme is delivered by the largest and most international School of Business and Governance in Estonia.

• It provides numerous opportunities for start-up businesses, various business model competitions and international summer schools. Elective courses can also be taken online at EuroTeQ universities (e.g., Technical University of Denmark, Technical University of Munich).

• A great opportunity to build the lifelong networks, friendships, and connections that are vital for future business leaders.

• The programme offers flexibility: it is taught in 3-day face to face sessions and online sessions that are held once a month, which allows participants to live and work outside Estonia.

• The programme can be completed within 1.5 years.

• Upon completing the MBA studies, you will receive an official master’s degree diploma, which is not issued in many countries.

Programme structure

Curriculum outline (120 ECTS)

General studies – provide knowledge about the components of international business environment and trends in the global business.
Core studies – include an overview of business information systems, integration of systems and analysis of business processes; acquire knowledge and skills in marketing and leadership.
Special studies – provide knowledge and skills in accounting and financial management, human resource management, strategic management, and personal development planning to enable successful evaluation of business ideas and support growth of the value of the company.
Graduation – to graduate, it is necessary to pass the master’s exam and independently compile an entrepreneurial management project based on practical business management problems, summarizing the knowledge and skills acquired during the studies.

Career opportunities

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed to advance the careers of the individuals interested in entrepreneurial management. The qualification lends itself to a variety of careers and is a substantial investment which will most certainly be reflected in degree holders’ increased earnings potential. MBA graduates have gained skills of strategic decision making, enhanced their leadership abilities and are highly adaptable to ever-changing business environments. MBA is a versatile and valuable degree, which allows you to choose between different career paths – it all depends on your goals, aspirations, skills, and interests.