Curriculum: Business Administration 2020

2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

Completed secondary education in Estonia or education of an equivalent level obtained in a foreign state

Fully completed curriculum, including the successful defence of the graduation thesis.

Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences

Diploma and Diploma Supplement

The overall objective of the curriculum is to provide students with prerequisites to become responsible personalities with critical analysis and independent decision making abilities in order to work as a financial management specialist, human resources management specialist, or an entrepreneur; and to support the development of lifelong learning competences to be ready to continue their studies at master’s level.

Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences

Curriculum consists of the following modules:
1. General studies 21 ECTS
2. Basic studies 84 ECTS
3. Speciality studies 30 ECTS
4. Electives 21 ECTS
5. Practical training 42 ECTS
6. Graduation thesis 12 ECTS

Student having passed the curriculum:
• associates a person, organisation, economy and society in the business field and understands the relationship between business and other specialities;
• has profound knowledge, including critical understanding of the basic business terms, theories and principles, and the main research methods following the principles of responsible entrepreneurship;
• is able to identify and analyse the problems in entrepreneurship and management, including financial and human resources management, and suggests comparative solutions for optimal management decisions;
• is able to plan, analyse and manage corporate resources, activities and results, including in unexpected work or training situations;
• possesses required communication and cooperative skills, is able to use ICT tools, is able to communicate in the official language and at least in one foreign language at the level that enables to take part in professional business discussions;
• is able to implement the acquired knowledge and skills creatively in their work, and is ready to take the responsibility for themselves, other individuals and groups in the field of professional development management;
• is an active community member who is tolerant towards the diversity of attitudes and values, follows legislative norms and the principles of business ethics.