MAInternational Business Administration
| Study location | Estonia, Tallinn |
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| Type | Postgraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 2 years (120 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MA (Master of Arts in Social Sciences) |
| Course code | 1998, TVTM |
| Tuition fee | €5,000 per year You can see available scholarship options here: www.taltech.ee/scholarships |
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| 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 economics/business or a Bachelor’s degree in any field with at least 36 ECTS in business courses such as: Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Basic Marketing, Basic Finance, Principles of Financial Accounting, Logistics and Inventory Management, Management. 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. |
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| 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. |
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| Other requirements | A motivation letter must be added to your application. For each programme you apply to, an individual motivation letter (statement of purpose) must be inserted. Please provide the following:
NB! It is important to properly cite and reference any sources used in your motivation letter (quotations, publications, ideas etc. that are not your own). Additionally, AI-generated text is not acceptable as the purpose of the motivation letter is to show the applicant’s genuine motivation. Neglecting the aforementioned principles will result in the disqualification of your application. Online interview |
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Overview
The International Business Administration programme offers students a robust understanding of modern business practices, and the leadership skills needed to stay competitive in today’s global business landscape.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME?
- Our course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, making you a desired professional in the contemporary labor market. You will be taught by the best technical and business experts.
- The International Business Administration programme will equip you with everything you need to make a lasting mark in global business. TalTech graduates regularly get recruited by business managers around the world.
- The world is becoming smaller and smaller, and finding a niche is instrumental for any business, young start-up, or a multinational corporation. As we encourage specializations as well as flexibility, we’ll expose you to a variety of subjects so that you can then tailor each programme according to your own learning and career goals.
- In today’s world, experience is everything. The International Business Administration course meets the standards and requirements of the rapidly globalizing world and you will have access to a myriad of international research projects as well as European Union related endeavors.
- Estonia is one the most digital societies in the world. We are a country that believes in entrepreneurship and studying business here is only natural.
The school starts usually at 16:00 and ends at 21:00.
Programme structure
Key topics: business performance management and analysis, management and leadership, digital transformations, strategic marketing, entrepreneurship and business planning, international business, supply chain management, development trends in the business environment.
The definition of what makes an effective corporate leader has broadened over time, with more executive leadership positions in Fortune 500 companies within reach to everyone, regardless of their cultural or geographic background.
We’ll give you what you need to work in almost any company in any country in the world, from global enterprises to small start-ups. With a little focus and determination, you’ll learn what you need to help businesses in your preferred sector to thrive.
From business fundamentals to structuring to high-level decision-making, we cover all the basics in a contemporary context not offered by most institutions.
As students build skills in areas like Organizational Culture, Business Technology, and Corporate Strategy, they’ll learn how these are applied in contemporary settings. TalTech offers students exactly what they need to become competent and efficient leaders familiar with modern workplace philosophies and methods.
Whether your focus is in international markets, sales, or marketing, you’ll develop the expertise necessary to run a thriving business through hands-on learning opportunities taught by exceptional staff and professors.
Seminars and workshops allow learning to be applied in a real-world context, offering students the chance to learn beyond the textbook.
TalTech works with many renowned guest speakers and international tutors who will guide you through specific foreign markets, and maybe even connect you with job opportunities.
As a skilled Business Analyst and Marketing Strategist, you’ll be an irreplaceable asset to any organization.
Career opportunities
There are generally two types of people in the world: Those who create and build new solutions, and those who follow. We stand by our commitment to helping individuals not just be competent professionals, but inspiring leaders who are willing to take risks with new ideas.
Who will you become after graduation?
International Business Administration teaches you to see the main functions of a company in an international context. We give you a global mindset to help you operate successfully in global markets. You will gain in-depth knowledge of business and export management and have all the prerequisites to become a top manager in an international organization. You can be responsible for managing a company’s sales revenue and customer relations and marketing. In addition, you can analyse results and reshape corporate strategies and policies.