Studying
Here you can find a longer overview of the structure and content of the bachelor's, master's and doctoral study programmes. We have gathered the basic information that a student may need under this section.
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Documents and regulations
General regulations and documents apply for all students in the University of Tartu. There are regulations and documents that are applicable on the level of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Besides these more general guidelines the School of Economics and Business Administration also has additional more specific guidelines applicable for the students on our study programs.
- Study regulations (effective as of 2026)
- Conditions and procedure of reimbursement of degree study costs (effective as of 31 March 2023)
UT general regulations and documents
Getting started for international students - The University of Tartu's "Organisation of Studies" page is the central hub gathering all the rules and guidelines on the organisation of studies for bachelor's and master's level students — covering the Study Regulations, the Study Information System (SIS), course registration, exams, tuition fees, scholarships, academic leave, studying abroad, graduation, and other study-related matters. See the info here.
We have gathered all the information you need for writing a thesis, including guidance on choosing a topic and supervisor, important deadlines, the necessary documents, and frequently asked questions. You can find this information on the thesis writing page.
PS: Some particularly important documents:
- Guidelines for thesis in the form of article
- APA template
These can be found on this page, in the section “School of Economics and Business Administration documents.
Bachelor's degree
Business Administration curriculum
- Obligatory Base Modules 48 ECTS
- Fundamentals of Business 24 ECTS
- Economics methodology 24 ECTS
- Narrow Fields Modules
- Business Environment 24 ECTS
- Management 24 ECTS
- Specialisation Modules
- Finance and Accounting 24 ECTS
- Marketing and Management 24 ECTS
- Elective Modules 12 ECTS
- Optional courses 12 ECTS
- Graduation Thesis or Exam 12 ECTS
Student chooses between bachelor exam or bachelor thesis. The research paper is a precondition for both subjects.
To give students an opportunity to prove their acquirement of the objectives of curriculum either via independent research work or via bachelor's exam.
* can apply gained knowledge into practice and find solutions to theoretical and practical problems;
* can find and use scientific literature for the solution of various types of problems in business;
* can set research tasks and find appropriate methods for their solutions;
* can analyse and synthesise different types of data;
* can compile written reports describing problems and solutions;
* can hold problem solution discussions and communicate his/her ideas effectively.
Programme Director Diana Eerma
Narva mnt 18-4014
+372 737 6344
[email protected]
Specialist for International Studies Ave Tiisler
Narva mnt 18-4002
+372 737 6317
[email protected]
Master's degree
Innovation and Technology Management has two specialisation modules.
Specialisation Innovation and Digital Management
- Basic module 30 ECTS
- Speciality Modules: Digital Business Analysis 30 ECTS and Innovation Management 36 ECTS
- Optional courses 3 ECTS
- Master's Thesis 21 ECTS
Specialisation Analytics for Business
- Basic module 21 ECTS (University of Tartu)
- Speciality Module 1: Digital Business Analysis 33 ECTS, out of which 12 ECTS to be completed at the University of Tartu and 21 ECTS to be completed at Ghent University
- Speciality module 2: Innovation Management 44 ECTS, out of which 36 ECTS to be completed at the University of Tartu and 8 ECTS to be completed at Ghent University
- Optional courses 1 ECTS
- Master's Thesis 21 ECTS
Programme Director Kaire Valge
Narva mnt 18-4052
[email protected]
Specialist for International Studies Ave Tiisler
Narva mnt 18-4002
+372 737 6317
[email protected]
Innovation and Technology Management has two specialisation modules.
Specialisation in Economics and Data Analysis
- Quantitative Methods in Economics 36 ECTS
- Economic Models 43 ECTS
- Elective Module 15 ECTS
- Optional courses 6 ECTS
- Master's Thesis 20 ECTS
Specialisation in Economic Theory and Analysis
- Quantitative Methods in Economics 30 ECTS (University of Tartu)
- Economic Models 30 ECTS (University of Tartu)
- Monetary Policy and Time Series Analysis 12 ECTS (University of Ghent)
- Majors 18 ECTS (University of Ghent)
- Electives 12 ECTS (University of Ghent)
- Master's Thesis 18 ECTS
A Master's thesis for Quantitative Economics students means the completion of an independent research work in accordance with the master level degree paper requirements.
After completing the course, the student:
* is able to bring up research questions and choose eligible theoretical approaches and methods for researching, and does so within pre-set time limit;
* is able to structure research logically and rationally;
* is able to search and use appropriate sources;
* formulates own thoughts, argues and grounds own standpoints intelligibly and logically;
* draws conclusions basing on analysis and summarises according to the previous discussion done in the work
The aim of the practical training is to apply obtained theoretical skills for the empirical or theoretical study of actual economic problems and for offering solutions to it.
* Ability to collect and analyse information and empirical data on the considered economic problem and by using these to describe the particular economic problem
* Ability to work with the economics literature
* The ability to apply various studied research methods in order to solve the particular research problem, the ability to interpret and explain the obtained research results
Students work in various institutions (ministries, Eesti Pank (central bank of Estonia) and other central banks, state agencies, think-tanks, international enterprises, universities, etc) on the study of a research problem proposed by the particular institution or the student(s). At the end of the practical training student(s) will submit the report of the practical training research, that includes also self-analysis. In addition to that student(s) will submit the assessment by the institution on his/her performance during the practical and feedback on the practical training process. The practical training will finish with the defence of the report of the practical training work. The format of the internship report may derive from the form of the internship organization or may be in the form of a logbook that describes the activities undertaken and the skills applied during the practical training according to the sample given. In addition to the report the student is expected to submit other materials, that would enable to understand and evaluate his or her practical training.
Programme Director Jaan Masso
Narva mnt 18-4021
+372 737 6395
[email protected]
Specialist for International Studies Ave Tiisler
Narva mnt 18-4002
+372 737 6317
[email protected]
Programme structure
The curriculum consists of three elective modules (each module 15 ECTS) and the Master's exam module (15 ECTS). The objective of the curriculum is to train innovative and enterprising public sector specialists with up-to-date economic knowledge who can succeed in a changing society and economic environment, taking into account future work skills.
See all the info about the modules here.
Contacts
Programme Director Kadri Ukrainski
Narva mnt 18-4016
[email protected]
Specialist in Academic Affairs Anneli Kütt
Narva mnt 18-4002
+372 737 6318
[email protected]
Contacts
Programme Director Eva Liias
[email protected]
Specialist in Academic Affairs Anneli Kütt
Narva mnt 18-4002
+372 737 6318
[email protected]
The aim of the internship is to develop student's ability to solve practical problems related to the curriculum, and to apply skills and knowledge acquired during their studies in work environment.
During the internship students apply the acquired knowledge and skills to their work task(s). Students undertake a project which is related to their professional interests, Master's thesis or Master's project.
A student may write research and policy papers for state agencies or for civil society organisations, conduct market and background research for businesses, organize events related to Asia and the Middle East, translate and edit texts, etc. Exceptions are allowed if agreed upon in advanced with the programme director.
Internships at our faculty follow a clear step-by-step process.
Doctoral Studies
Economics PhD programme or Business Administration PhD programme.
The doctoral programmes at the School of Economics and Business Administration last for 4 years and require a volume of 240 ECTS. The requirements include the completion of a dissertation and its defence.
The dissertation is defined as a scientific research paper with original outstanding results, which have been published in respected journals, and articles of which the candidate is the leading author.
After a successful defence, the candidate will be awarded a Doctor's Degree of Philosophy (PhD).
Student Societies
EMTS (ettevõtlus- ja majandustudengite selts) is a student organisation founded in 2024 for students of the School of Economics and Business Administration at the University of Tartu
Goals
The aim of the student society is to shape a strong and united community for students of the University of Tartu School of Economics and Business Administration by offering diverse joint events and gatherings.
Teams
The activities of EMTS are led by a board consisting of a chairman, vice-chairman, financial manager, and secretary. In addition, the society has four teams:
- Financial and partnership team
- Marketing team
- Events and academic team
- English team
Sounds interesting?
Join our awesome community and be a part of:
- 📚 Lectures and valuable experiences
- 🌐 New friends and support network
- 🎉 Fun social events
- 🧡 Opportunities to contribute on topics of interest and organize various events
- ✨ Shaping our brand new student organization
Come and discover your full potential!
More info from Facebook
UT Marketing Club (TÜ Turundusklubi) and UT Investment Club (TÜ Investeerimisklubi) have mainly events in Estonian.
