International Business Administration
Create, manage, and grow a business
Learn how ideas become real businesses and how to grow and manage them. You will develop projects, solve real business challenges, and make decisions that have real impact.
Choose between daytime or session-based studies.
Practical information
Volume
3 years, 180 ECTS
Language
Estonian
Location
A. Lauteri 3, Tallinn, Estonia
Prerequisites
Secondary education or equivalent qualification; Estonian language proficiency; English proficiency at least B1 level
Study form
Daytime studies
Diploma
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (BA)
Feedback
9.04 / 10
Price
4050 € for autumn semester, 4050€/3680 € for spring semester
Why Choose This Programme
Flexible study options
Choose between daytime or session-based studies and learn at your own pace
Practical learning
Work on real business challenges and develop projects throughout your studies
Full understanding of business
Learn management, marketing, finance, and product development as one integrated whole
Is This Programme for You?
This programme is a good fit if you want to become an entrepreneur or develop your own business idea.
This is the right programme for you if:
- Want to learn in Estonian
- You are interested in entrepreneurship and want to understand how ideas turn into real businesses
- You want to develop your own project or move into roles where you lead people, processes, or business development
- You are ready to take initiative, make decisions, and learn through real situations
Build the Skills That Move You Forward
Learn to build, manage, and grow a business as a whole.
The programme gives you practical knowledge of how ideas become working businesses and how to scale them. During your studies, you will work on real business challenges and develop projects with real impact.
You will develop skills in:
- team leadership
- product and service development
- decision-making in marketing, finance, and strategy
Learning is practical and collaborative. You will work in teams, solve case studies, and learn through experience, supported by lecturers, mentors, and co-students.
You can study either in daytime or session-based format.
Daytime studies are suitable if you want to focus fully on your studies and be actively involved on a daily basis.
Schedule: Mon–Fri 8:30–17:15
Session-based studies are designed for those who want to study alongside work or other commitments. This format requires more independent learning, as there are fewer contact hours.
When choosing, consider whether you prefer structured classroom learning or a more flexible, independent approach.
Schedule:
- Even weeks: Mon–Wed 17:30–20:45
- Odd weeks: Mon 17:30–20:45 & Tue 15:45–20:45
Choose your specialisation
During your studies, you will choose a direction that supports your interests and career goals.
Business Development and Management
This track is for you if you want to build strong organisations, create strategies, and lead teams.
You will learn to:
- identify and validate growth opportunities
- lead teams and processes
- implement strategies
- develop products and services within existing organisations
You will explore topics such as people management, digitalisation, risk management, and corporate finance.
Career opportunities:
- project manager
- business development specialist
- product or service manager
- team lead
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
This track is for you if you want to create something new – your own company, a new product, or a new business model.
You will learn to:
- turn ideas into working business models
- test and validate ideas quickly and efficiently
- develop products that people actually use
- enter markets and grow early-stage businesses
You will explore topics such as startups, innovation management, technology law, and digital tools.
Career opportunities:
- entrepreneur
- startup founder or team member
- roles in product development or innovation
Programme Overview
Courses: business fundamentals, management, financial accounting, marketing, business mathematics, business English
33 ECTS
Courses: micro- and macroeconomics, business ethics, management accounting, law
Internship or projects depending on study format
30–33 ECTS
Courses: business law, sales, finance, organisational behaviour, creative thinking
27 ECTS
Specialisation and advanced studies
33–36 ECTS
During this semester most of the students go for an exchange semester abroad (Mobility Window) with the Erasmus programme. You can also take electives at EBS based on the individual interests and goals.
24 ECTS
Courses: investment basics, negotiations, business planning, management simulation
Bachelor’s thesis
27 ECTS
Internship
Learn through real experience
At EBS, internships are part of your studies, not an extra.
During your studies, you complete two internships that give you real work experience early on. This helps you understand what kind of career suits you and what skills are expected in the job market. You are supported in finding an internship, guided through the application process, and get to meet employers.
- In your first internship, you learn how organisations work and how decisions are made. A mentor supports you in thinking through your career direction and understanding employer expectations.
- In your second internship, you work on a real business challenge. You analyse the situation and propose solutions. You are also supported by a coaching session that helps you plan your next steps with more clarity.
By the end of the two internships, you have gained experience, confidence, and a clearer understanding of your strengths. This gives you a strong starting point for entering the job market.
The quality of the EBS internship programme is recognised by the Estonian Education and Youth Board with the quality label “Recognised Internship System 2023–2027”.
Mobility Window
Study Abroad Semester
International experience is a natural part of your studies.
In your third year, you have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad. A built-in mobility window allows you to study in another country, experience a new academic and cultural environment, and grow both personally and professionally without extending your studies.
EBS has over 80 partner universities worldwide, including leading business schools such as Bocconi University, Copenhagen Business School, Toulouse Business School, Vienna University of Economics and Business, ESIC Business & Marketing School, and Nagoya University of Commerce and Business.
This gives you the flexibility to choose a destination that matches your interests and career goals, while gaining experience that prepares you to work in international environments.
How to apply
Start your journey at EBS
If you feel this programme is right for you, take the next step and apply. Your studies will give you the knowledge, experience, and connections to build your career.
Applying is simple. Review the requirements, submit your application, and prepare for the interview.
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