Master in Global Business and Economics
Vilnius, Lithuania
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2025*
EARLIEST START DATE
01 Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 5,460 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 1 may for applicants from non-EU/EFTA countries | 1 july for citizens of EU/EFTA
** application fee EUR 100
Introduction
The aim of this programme is to prepare highly qualified Global Business specialists with exhaustive competencies and knowledge. For the best students enrolled in the programme, there are two double degree possibilities at either the Parthenope University of Naples (Italy) or the University of Parma (Italy).
Graduates of the programme will have a complete knowledge of global business management and economics, as well as a better understanding of the cultural, economic, political, legal, scientific and technological global business environments. These graduates will be able to find solutions for global business development, create and develop competitive businesses in global conditions, and have knowledge of the business cultures in diversified regions.
Why choose this programme?
- You will study in an international environment, and meet friends from different continents
- You will be inspired by practitioners and experienced professionals
- You will integrate theoretical knowledge and practical skills
- For the best students, the programme offers an experience under double-degree programmes with Parthenope University of Naples (Italy) and the University of Parma (Italy)
Career Opportunities
A graduate from the programme can be employed as:
- A manager and expert in international business enterprises, public and non-governmental organisations that are supporting business infrastructures, research and educational institutions, as well as in other organisations where global business projects are being developed and implemented, or he/she may choose to become a successful entrepreneur. They will be able to work in a multicultural environment, find solutions for business development, and choose and implement global business strategies.
- Vilnius University gives opportunities for students with high academic results to continue their education in PhD studies, which are available in the English language. The best of our graduates might be offered employment at the university.
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Curriculum
Scope of studies: 120 ECTS credits
Length: 2 years
1st Semester
Compulsory courses
- Global Business Strategy
- Economic Globalization
- Total Quality Management
- Corporate Finance
- International Trade and Foreign Direct Investments
Elective courses (5 ECTS)
- Theory and Practice of Economic Integration
- Knowledge and Innovation Management
- Competition Policy and Practice
- Global Entrepreneurship
- International E-Commerce and E-Marketing
2nd Semester
Compulsory courses
- Research Methods
- International Business Law
- Comparative Economics
- Cross-Cultural Management
- Master Thesis Project I/II
Elective courses (5 ECTS)
- International Project Management
- Business Valuation
- Financial Markets and Derivatives
- Sustainable Development
3rd Semester
Compulsory courses
- Statistical Data Analysis of Survey Using SPSS
- Change Management
- Leadership
- Master Thesis Project II/II
Elective courses (5 ECTS)
- Theory and Practice of Economic Integration
- Knowledge and Innovation Management
- Competition Policy and Practice
- Global Entrepreneurship
- International E-Commerce and E-Marketing
4th Semester
Compulsory courses
- Cross-Cultural Marketing
- International Human Resource Management
- Master’s Final Thesis
Elective courses (5 ECTS)
- International Project Management
- Business Valuation
- Financial Markets and Derivatives
- Sustainable Development
Program Outcome
A graduate of the programme will:
- Have a firm knowledge of global business management
- Better understand the cultural, economic, political, legal, scientific and technological international business environments needed for business decision-making
- Develop a firm knowledge of the establishment, development and competition of businesses in global conditions
- Learn about the cultures of particular states, nationalities and regions, as this is one of the preconditions for making, developing and maintaining successful business contacts
- Develop the practical and theoretical skills needed for solving global business problems
Program Tuition Fee
Program Admission Requirements
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