Study location	Estonia, Tallinn
Type	Undergraduate, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years (180 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences)
Course code	113038, TVTB

Tuition fee	€5,000 per year You can see available scholarship options here: www.taltech.ee/scholarships
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

Secondary school diploma 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. 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 finished International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) programme or completed secondary or higher education 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

A motivation letter must be added to your application. Motivation letter/statement of purpose For each programme you apply to, an individual motivation letter (statement of purpose) must be inserted. Please include the following: Describe your professional goals. How does the International Business Administration programme support your professional life and career intentions? Which of the specializations is particularly beneficial in pursuing your professional goals? Why do you want to study in Estonia and at the TalTech School of Business and Governance? Do you work or study? For how long have you been working and what have been your tasks? What kind of education have you completed or are acquiring at the moment? How many years have passed since your last training course at school, university, etc.? Have you any other academic achievements, i.e. participating in contests or Olympiads? Describe your language skills. Describe your experiences, knowledge and skills related to business. Have you taken part in any school projects, competitions, online courses, lectures or red on your own books, articles, followed newspapers on the topic? Have you worked in family business or created your own start-up? Describe your international experiences. Have you studied, worked or lived abroad or travelled to foreign countries? What have you learned from these experiences? What are your interests and social activities? PS! 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 test Online interview

More information	taltech.ee/..ional-business-administration

Overview

• You can work in the field of marketing, finance, accounting and human resources in businesses of different sectors.
• You have the knowledge and skills to start your own enterprise.
• You can continue your studies at various master programmes in the area of business administration, management, accounting and finance.
• You have polished your English language skills to work or study in an international environment.
• You have an international network of contacts acquired during your studies.

Programme structure

The curriculum of International Business Administration provides students with the knowledge of essential functionalities of an international companies. All the teaching is carried out in English and comprises lectures and practical seminars. Several classes are read by visiting lecturers working in their field and bringing their practical experiences into the class-room. Students will also visit different companies, solve and discuss company case-studies, play simulation games in international marketing and investing and take part in extra-curricular activities like TalTech Satellite programme.

After acquiring fundamental business knowledge like economic theory, business research methods, IT skills, students are free to specialize in either marketing, finance, accounting and business intelligence, or entrepreneurship and management. The programme ends with graduation thesis where students demonstrate the ability of writing, presenting and discussing a small-scale original piece of research.

CURRICULUM OUTLINE (180 ECTS)
General studies – cover compulsory courses such as IT foundations, and working environment and ergonomics, as well as elective courses – business English, Estonian language and culture, contemporary international relations, philosophy, personal finance, etc.
Core studies – include courses about micro- and macroeconomics, business mathematics, statistics, logistics and inventory management, international business and ethics, etc.
Special studies – consist of courses divided into two main specialisations: entrepreneurship and marketing, finance and accounting.
Free choice courses – students can choose from a wide variety of courses offered at the university.
Graduation thesis – a business administration related independent research project that allows applying theoretical knowledge for solving practical problems.

Specialisation in entrepreneurship and marketing

The entrepreneurship and marketing specialisation combines knowledge and skills from two fields:

• The entrepreneurship track provides insights and skills for starting a business or contributing to the management of an existing one. You’ll gain an overview of startup entrepreneurship and innovation, acquire knowledge and skills in management, leadership, personnel management, knowledge management, and organizational functioning.
• In marketing lectures and seminars, you’ll grasp the fundamentals of the field and become familiar with various theoretical perspectives. You’ll explore how marketing can enhance the competitive advantages of an international company, delve into e-marketing and its support for achieving company goals, and learn about different approaches to marketing management and the role of a marketing manager within a company.

Upon completing this major, you’ll be prepared to work as a project manager, HR specialist, office assistant, as well as a marketing specialist, social media expert, customer relationship manager, or sales specialist. You could also venture into starting your own business.

Specialisation in finance and accounting

The finance and accounting specialisation is a combination of two closely related fields:

• In finance courses, you’ll learn to understand business through numbers. You’ll gain an understanding of how to interpret information in company financial statements to make accurate management decisions. You’ll become acquainted with the principles and theories of financial management and finance, acquiring knowledge and skills in corporate finance management, investment, financial markets, and risk management.
• Accounting focuses on knowledge and skills that help companies operate successfully. You’ll learn various methods for interpreting and analyzing financial data, get an overview of major software programs, and acquire knowledge and skills financial accounting, managerial and cost accounting, as well as business analytics.

Upon completing this major, you’ll possess the knowledge to work as a financial analyst or as a junior auditor or auditor assistant.

Career opportunities

CAREER PROSPECTS
In the global economy, companies become heavily interdependent in their commercial activities. Talented people, who can understand the specifics of international business and can integrate supply chain elements from different corners of the world, are in high demand.

WHO WILL YOU BECOME AFTER GRADUATION?
TalTech’s School of Business and Governance prepares managers and specialists with extensive knowledge of economy and business for international companies and the public sector. Therefore, you will have the prerequisites to work in the field of marketing, finance, accounting and human resources of international companies all over the world. A strong international marketing background also gives you the opportunity to find a job in export management. You can, of course, start your own company and determine its development yourself. There is also always the possibility to continue business education at the master’s level and to specialise even more in your chosen field of studies.

PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYERS
International auditing firms: PWC, KPMG, Ernst & Young
International organisations: WHO, IMF
Large enterprises: ABB, Ericsson, Skype
Banks: Swedbank, SEB, LHV, Nordea