Overview
The EBS 1-year MA programme is crafted for those top-level specialists aiming to shape the future of business through digitalisation. It tackles both the opportunities and complexities digital transformations introduce, from enhancing operational efficiency to navigating the challenges of re-skilling the workforce and managing extensive changes. This comprehensive 75 ECTS specialisation programme arms you with cutting-edge approaches from the business and startup worlds, preparing you to lead in digitalisation and startup economies with innovative thinking and skilled expertise. The programme is designed to provide you with both theoretical foundations and practical insights. As a graduate of an MA programme, you are a forward-looking, ambitious and innovative leader with the necessary business and professional skills, more specifically focusing on digitalisation and start-up areas.
Why should you choose this programme?
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Distinctive leadership: this one-year MA programme of EBS sets you apart as a leader determined to make a real difference;
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Create a better world: aquire deep understanding of digitalisation and startup word and use this expertise to make make a positive impact through your career;
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Master the complexities of digitalisation: comprehensive digital innovation training boosts your ability to lead change in organisations;
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Drive innovation: fostered by EBS's inspiring and strategic learning approach, focusing on real-world application and critical thinking;
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Expert faculty: you will learn from a mix of academic theory and real-world practice supported by renowned academics and professionals from the industry;
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Flexible study format: designed to fit around your professional commitments;
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EBS's reputation: join a vibrant community that stands for growth and responsibility, and build your dream career on a foundation of proven success.
Who will you study with?
In the EBS master's programme, you'll be studying with a mix of professionals from diverse backgrounds, bringing a wealth of perspectives and insights to your learning experience. This programme opens doors to engaging with individuals from various cultural and professional backgrounds, enriching your educational journey and expanding your professional connections.
How will your company benefit?
Effective talent management is vital for company growth and sustained success. Skilled employees contribute to the company's competitive advantage, as they are better equipped to tackle industry challenges and come up with innovative solutions. Learning together with professionals from diverse backgrounds sparks new ideas, boost motivation and allows to incorporate unique know-how from different fields. Investing in employees' education is a powerful way to demonstrate a commitment to their professional development.
Programme overview
Leading Digitalisation and Navigating the Start-up Economy
EBS’ microdegrees are master’s study learning modules within specific field, which allow you to acquire modern knowledge with a future perspective. When designing microdegrees, we are guided by the principle that we create and adapt them according to the challenges of the labour market.
As a graduate of this master programme you will understand the link between digitalisation opportunities and management. This programme is designed for the next generation leaders and specialists that work with the opportunities and challenges of digitalisation and want to benefit from the new business and organisational models that emerge from the start-up economy.
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will:
- understand the challenges and opportunities of digitalisation within economies, industries, and organisations;
- understand the challenges and opportunities of the start-up economy;
- analyse and evaluate the impact of different digitalisation efforts within organisations;
- create new business and organisational models that contribute to the start-up economy;
- develop a leadership mindset when driving projects related to digitalisation and innovative business and organisational models.
Studies at EBS
Study format
Studies are in a session-based format, which allows you to combine your professional life with studies. Lectures and seminars take place every second week on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays between 10:00-17:15. The final schedule depends on the chosen microdegrees.
We have structured our master's program in such a way that active learning takes place in the classroom through discussions, groupworks and practical tasks. Most of student learning occurs through teamwork and hand-on activities. Group dynamics and communication are an integral part of learning, and that's why we put a lot of emphasis on it. In between meetings, you need to contribute to your studies by preparing for lectures or seminars.
ADMISSION OPENING
The start of the admission round for the study year 2024/2025.
APPLICATION DEADLINE - ESTONIA & FINLAND
The application deadline in SAIS and DreamApply. Admission interviews take place at EBS Tallinn campus.
Admission information
Suitable candidate:
- Education and professional background (one of three options):
- (1) Holds a bachelor’s degree in any field and has at least 5 years of relevant work experience on a specialist level in a related field;
- (2) Holds a master’s degree in any field and has at least 5 years of relevant work experience on a specialist level in a related field;
- (3) Master’s degree in Business Administration or Economics or Management;
- Demonstrates their drive in a catchy application and reflection paper addressing the following (3-4 pages):
- Reflection on the programme topic, in which you connect your own career to current challenges you face when it comes to sustainability and the green economy.
- Reflection on your self-development, in which you discuss how your professional career has contributed to you as a lifelong learner and how you have achieved your professional ambitions.
- Reflection on how this programme, Leading Digitalisation and Navigating Start Up Economy, will create a wider impact beyond your personal/ organisational goals.
- CV proving the relevant work experience;
- Has sufficient proficiency in English (B2);
- Completes admission interview at EBS.
Admission
More information about admission requirements and a detailed explanation of the admission process to EBS:
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Admission requirements |
Information about admission requirements for international applicants can be found here. Information about the admission requirements for local applicants can be found here. |
| Frequently asked questions | Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the admission process for international students. |
| Country-specific requirements |
The specific requirements for international qualifications can be found here. Requirements for International Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate or GED qualifications. |
| How to apply? |
Step-by-step guide for international students here. |
If you are excited about our program and wish to learn from and contribute to EBS community then you are ready to apply. The application enables you to introduce yourself to the admission committee and give the first impression of you.
Local applicants
International applicants
Online consultations
If you would like to receive more information about the admission process before applying, then sign-up for a personal online consultation. The online consultations take place twice a month.
We encourage you to register if:
- You have questions about EBS application process that prevents you from applying;
- You doubt whether your previous education and/or work experience is compatible with your chosen study programme
- You are choosing between several study programmes and want more information or support to make the right choice
- You want more information about the organisation of studies or the financing of studies.
Financing your studies
Tuition fee
The tuition fee for the study year 2024/2025:
- Tuition fee is 7000€ for the whole study year;
- A processing fee of 35 euros applies when paying in two or four instalments.
Local students:
- The tuition fee is paid by semester (every half year). You can pay the semester tuition fee in one, two or four instalments.
- A processing fee of 35 euros applies when paying in two or four instalments;
- The first instalment of the tuition fee has to be paid by August 15.
EU residents:
- The tuition fee is paid by semester (every half year).
- The tuition fee has to be paid latest by August 1;
- You will receive an invoice with a personal deadline.
Non-EU residents:
- The tuition fee is for the first study year is paid in one instalment;
- The tuition fee has to be paid before your visa appointment with the Embassy;
- You will receive an invoice with a personal deadline.
Study Investment
If you are a resident or a holder of a long-term residence permit in the Republic of Estonia you can pay in several instalments by using the Study Investment.
In cooperation with banks, EBS offers you a study investment solutions, so you can better plan the future and cash flows. Study investment is a financial service. You sign an agreement with LHV or Inbank. The bank pays your tuition fee to EBS and you will make monthly payments to the bank.
An instalments contract can be signed at the EBS Office of Academic Affairs quickly and conveniently without visiting the bank.
Students from Finland are eligible for financial aid from Kela, including the study grant, housing supplement and loan guarantees.
Scholarships
How to apply for the scholarship:
- when applying for the scholarship you have to submit your research proposal for your master's thesis;
- the length of the case study solution is maximum 1 A4;
- The research proposal should include:
- Research object of the final thesis (Research object is an organisation, process or system you are going to study, e.g. the second pillar of the Estonian pension system, or start-up enterprises in Estonia)
- Purpose of the final thesis (What is the intended gain?)
- Research questions
- Research design (Data, method of collecting data and method of analysing data)
- Main list of literature
- to apply the research proposal has to be sent to vastuvott@ebs.ee by July 15.
Criteria for the scholarship:
- when awarding the scholarship submitted application (in SAIS/DreamApply) and the results of the admission interview are also considered. The evaluation criteria: motivation, ambition, argumentation;
- the scholarship is awarded for one academic year and is a partial or full refund of the tuition fee;
- the scholarships will be awarded by July 25.
Student Experience at EBS
To make your years at the university memorable and joyful, EBS Student Council organises many wonderful events for students. In the Student Council, you can have a say in topics related to university life and organise various entertainment events for EBSikas yourself. Great events and activities range from academic seminars to parties or community events like Haba Gala. Music lovers can sing in the EBS Chamber Choir
For athletic students, sports day, golf competitions, winter swimming, etc. are organised by EBS Sports Club. Several regular sports trainings also take place on a weekly basis and the school is represented in sports competitions outside Estonia as well.
Our events are a meeting place for students, employees, partners and alumni.
Profile of the graduate
As an alumni of this programme you will act as a top or mid-level manager, head of the department or team lead in international company or in public sector.
You will be appreciated for your in-depth specialised knowledge and your valuable network of contacts will help you make it in the world of business. You are an ambitious and entrepreneurial EBS alumnus whom home university, employer, and colleagues take pride in.
EBS cares a lot about the success of its students, alumni, and their employers. We strive to make sure that our graduates do well, and we are genuinely happy about their success.
According to research:
Among EBS alumni
- 15% create their own business;
- 44% work in international companies;
- 21% work in local companies;
- 20% work abroad.
Of EBS alumni
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11% are entrepreneurs;
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35% are top- or middle managers;
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45% are top- or mid-level specialists.
Compared to Estonian average salaries, gross salaries for EBS alumni are:
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above Estonian average for 85% of EBS alumni;
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more than twice the average salary for 43% of EBS alumni.
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Salaries for EBS alumni in business and management are higher than those for other Estonian universities’ graduates.
We sincerely hope that you, too, will soon be one of the EBS alumni!