Two Year MBA

Overview

Our innovative two-year MBA programme develops managers and leaders who ignite and inspire lasting growth in a ever-changing business environment. Our teaching approach and elective microdegrees provide immersive experience with exceptional education.

Why choose this programme?

• The core programme of our MBA helps you build a strong foundation in key areas of business - you will get a comprehensive overview of responsible organisation and people management, a solid foundation in organisational economics and financial performance, learn how to navigate through the latest management tools, marketing, business process management and application of new technologies in business;
• On top of that solid backbone, you can build solid muscle by choosing elective microdegrees from a wide selection and design the path of your curriculum yourself;
• We will provide you with skills, tools, knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions in the challenging technology-driven global business setting. We work with real-life examples in a team-centred learning and teaching setting;
• You will learn and grow with peers – you will study together with top specialists, managers and entrepreneurs from different fields. An inspiring and motivating network of like-minded people and valuable contacts will remain with you for years to come;
• At EBS we focus, as much as possible, on learning from each other via group discussions, teamwork, practical studies, and „lessons from life“. This ensures that you have real solutions to challenges which you will face in your working life;
• Faculty and students from different nationalities create a unique and diverse cultural space that broadens your worldview and encourages to think big;
• The programme is taught by top-tier faculty and established industry professionals, who in addition to their academic background bring practical business experience to the classroom;
• The time and money invested in MBA will earn you interest in the future.
  
  
  

Programme overview

Estonian Business School was the first Estonian university to offer microdegree programmes (previously called nanodrgees). EBS’ microdegrees are master’s study learning modules, focusing mainly on five areas:  sustainability and green economy, digital transformations, communication and marketing, management and leadership, finance and accounting.

When designing microdegrees, we are guided by the principle that we create and adapt them according to the challenges of the labour market.

You can choose a total of 60 ECTS worth of microdegrees in the two-year MBA programme. 

Study format:

Studies are in a session-based format, which allows to study without interrupting your professional life. Lectures and seminars take place every second week on Fridays and Saturdays between 10:00-17:15. As an exception some lectures can take place on Thursdays.

The final schedule of the second year 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. 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.

On successful completion of this programme, participant will be expected to be able to:

Knowledge and understanding:
- Know how to manage and develop organisations in the context of global and regional economy;
- Know the management challenges and the impact that arises from the environment, financial performance and technological development of the organisation;
- Understand the importance and applicability of management data sufficiently to make informed and objective management decisions;
- Be familiar with the models and methods of the strategic and innovation management of a company or an organisation;
- Know the most recent digital and business technologies and be able to analyse technological challenges and opportunities leading to the company’s or organisation’s growth and efficiency;

Skills:
- Apply knowledge and understanding of systematically turning theory into practice to solve complex issues and raise organisational competitiveness;
- Apply problem-based thinking and decision-making, judging the effectiveness of solutions in the completion of tasks and simulations based on practical real-life cases;
- Communicate effectively both in individual and team-based situations;
- Have experience in team work and leading a team by participating in team-based practical studies;

Values and attitudes:
- Demonstrate an ethical approach to working, managing and leading in a variety of situations;
- Demonstrate self-confidence and awareness when applying the skills and knowledge gained in the programme;
- Articulate an understanding of the international context when making and advising strategic moves.