BA in International Business Administration
Tallinn, Estonia
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 4,200 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* non-EU citizens; 1 June - citizens of EU/EEA countries and Switzerland
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Introduction
Did you know that if someone were to simply pocket a business card handed to them by a Japanese executive or forget it at their meeting place, their mutual business would probably be over for good? Or that the United Kingdom has the longest tax code in the world and it is packed with written and unwritten laws to trip up the entrepreneur?
If you have some mighty business ideas that will most likely be held back by the borders of your home country, come and study the fine nuances of International Business Administration!
By completing the EFMD-accredited International Business Administration program, you acquire a broad range of knowledge and skills to work in domestic and international businesses and/or to continue your studies
- 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's programs in the areas 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
Why Study International Business Administration in Taltech?
- Two specializations in the program provide the possibility to continue in different career and educational tracks. Career-wise there are different positions in various business processes of international companies. There is also the possibility to continue in a family business or start one's own company. For further studies, it’s possible to continue at TalTech International business administration master program or in master programs elsewhere
- The student body of the program is highly international and diverse (more than 20 nationalities). Also, teachers come from diverse backgrounds. This enables bringing different viewpoints into the classroom, practicing teamwork in multicultural groups, and enlarging one’s social network. Good possibilities for physical and virtual student mobility (Erasmus+ program, EuroTeQ alliance, etc.)
- Connections with the world of practice in terms of good cooperation with enterprises and practitioners, and entrepreneurship experience of lecturers bring practical experiences and examples into the classroom. There is the possibility to participate in extra-curricular activities (e.g. TalTech Satellite program, start-up course Starter, Nordplus intensive week)
- The program also entails an Internship. To assist students with finding internship places, the SBG has established an Internship portal and organizes an annual Internship fair
Admissions
Curriculum
Complete 180 ECTS credits to fulfill the academic requirements
The Program of International Business Administration provides students with the knowledge of essential functionalities of 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 classroom. 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 the TalTech Satellite program.
After acquiring fundamental business knowledge like economic theory, business research methods, and IT skills, students are free to specialize in either marketing, finance, accounting, and business intelligence, or entrepreneurship and management. The program ends with a graduation thesis where students demonstrate the ability to write, present, and discuss a small-scale original piece of research.
Specialisation in Entrepreneurship and Marketing
The entrepreneurship and marketing specialization 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, and 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, or 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.
Specialization in Finance and Accounting
The finance and accounting specialization 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 in 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.
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Program Outcome
Graduates of this programme will be awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (BA).
Scholarships and Funding
Career Opportunities
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 fields 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 of continuing business education at the master’s level and specializing even more in your chosen field of study.
Prospective Employers
International auditing firms
- PWC
- KPMG
- Ernst & Young
International organizations
- WHO
- IMF
Large enterprises
- ABB
- Ericsson
- Skype
- Banks
- Swedbank
- SEB
- LHV
- Nordea