European Business Studies

Professional bachelor’s programme 160 KP / 240 ECTS

The fact that this programme has been awarded the prestigious EFDM accreditation is proof that the academic quality of these studies is internationally recognised. It is the focus on international business and the most current trends that is the driving force behind the content of the programme.

The opportunity to get a double degree.

Accredited: until 14 October 2027

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General information

  • Duration:
    4 years
  • Type:
    Full-time
  • Language:
    English (full-time day studies)
  • Credit points:
    160 KP / 240 ECTS
  • Programme degree:
    Professional bachelor's degree in European business / qualification – business executive
  • Fee:
    For citizens and permanent residents of the Republic of Latvia:
    4500 EUR ( Full time, English)

    EU, EEA, EU candidate countries:
    4500 EUR ( Full time, English)

    Other countries:
    6000 EUR ( Full time, English)

The fact that this programme has been awarded the prestigious EFDM accreditation is proof that the academic quality of these studies is internationally recognised. It is the focus on international business and the most current trends that is the driving force behind the content of the programme. At the same time, European Business Studies provides an insight into Entrepreneurship in Latvia, allowing a student to see its context and potential on an international scale. One of the most important benefits of the programme is the language learning – studying in English prepares graduates for excellent business communication internationally, while the French and Spanish languages learned in this programme are invaluable skills which open up even broader horizons in European business. In this programme, students learn the essential skills of a business manager: defining and formulating the institution’s/company’s strategy, objectives and the resources needed to achieve them, financial planning, making deals with clients and business partners, etc. 

The programme prepares international business managers and potential industry leaders who can work in a multicultural, international environment. A direct focus on international business and its most current trends drives the content of the programme, attracting a large number of international students and bringing together lecturers from all over the world. The programme, delivered in Latvia, guarantees an understanding of local and European entrepreneurship in a professional context and its potential internationally. The fact that this programme has been awarded the prestigious EFDM accreditation is proof that the academic quality of these studies is internationally recognised, and its courses are practical. One of the most important benefits of the programme is the language learning – studying in English prepares graduates for excellent business communication internationally, while the French and Spanish languages learned in this programme are invaluable skills which open up even broader horizons in European and global business. In this programme, students learn the essential skills of a business manager: defining and formulating the institution’s/company’s strategy, objectives and the resources needed to achieve them, financial planning, making deals and negotiating with clients and business partners, etc.

The in-person studies are conducted in English and are characterised by a practical approach to study courses, which is also confirmed by the internationally recognised EFMD accreditation. Alongside the theoretical courses, there are business simulation games and professional internships, including a compulsory international internship in France. To help students more successfully search for and find an internship, RISEBA University operates a Student Career Centre. Students have the opportunity to participate in international conferences and seminars organised by RISEBA, as well as guest lectures conducted by various foreign business leaders. The authors of new business ideas have the opportunity to implement their ideas in the RISEBA Creative Business Incubator, receiving support from mentors, coaches, specialists, cooperation partners and experienced start-up and business leaders.

1st year

Induction
Business English I; II
Civil and Environmental Protection
Course paper in Economics
Diversity Management
General French I; II
Higher Mathematics
Information Technologies
Macroeconomics
Management Science
Marketing
Microeconomics
Personal Development, Presentation and Study Skills
Quantitative Methods
Social Psychology

2. year

Academic Writing
Accounting
BEC Exam (Additionally, for good achievements in English)
Business English III; IV
Course paper in Marketing
Digital and Social Media Marketing
Managerial Economics
European Political and Economic Development
Financial Accounting
General French III; IV
Innovation Management
International Business Law
Introduction to European Law
Linguistic Internship (in France)
Management of Cross-cultural Interaction
Marketing Research
Mathematical Statistics
Personal Development and Team Building

3. year

Personal Development – People Management
Human Resource Management
Operations Management
Sales Management
Strategic Management
Strategic Brand Management
Logistics
Digital and Social Networks Marketing
International Marketing
Management Accounting
Investments and Financial Markets
Corporate Finance
Entrepreneurship and Start-up Acceleration
Academic Writing
EU Language (French, Spanish, Latvian)
Non-EU language (Russian, Chinese)
Course paper in Management
Optional courses
Internship

Optional study courses: in the third year, the student chooses two optional study courses from the list below

Arbitration

Cognitive Psychology
Doing Business in Emerging Markets
Latvian (Latvian language is compulsory for foreign students if their studies in Latvia last longer than 6 months or exceed more than 20 credit points (30 ECTS))
Russian
Spanish I; II
Spoken English for Industry and Commerce (Advanced Level)

4th year

Bachelor’s Thesis
Design Thinking Workshop
Doing Business in Emerging Markets
Elective Ethics and Social Responsibility
Financial Management and Risks
Fundamentals of Project Management
International Banking
Leadership and Organisational Behaviour
Research Internship

Faculty members

Admission rules

Please read the admission rules published on our website under Study at RISEBA -> Admission rules

Career opportunities

The international scope of the topics covered in the programme and the languages of study prepare graduates for work in leading positions in international companies, organisations, banks, consulting and auditing companies in the field of finance, marketing management, sales, project and human resources management and other fields. The knowledge gained from the studies also allows a student to set up his/her own companies in Latvia and abroad, with the aim of developing its activities in Europe and worldwide.

Opportunities for further study

  • After graduation, a student can continue its education in the following programmes:
  • International Business
  • International Finance
  • Strategic Business Management
  • Project Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Health Management
  • Sports management

International opportunities

Double degree study mobility
2nd and 3rd year students have the opportunity to participate in a double degree exchange programme and go to the partner universities:
ESC Group Troyes – Champagne School of Management, France
University of Applied Science Mainz, Germany
Normandy Business School, France
KEDGE Business School, France

Students are selected on the basis of their academic results and their English language skills.
Find out more about the double degree exchange programme here!


Any student of the bachelor’s programme who has completed at least one year of study can participate in the Erasmus+ exchange programme.
A student can study for 1 or 2 semesters at one of RISEBA’s partner universities. The duration of study mobility is 2–12 months.
The student does not have to pay for the period spent in the study and internship exchange programme abroad; the tuition fee is covered by the partner university, but the student continues to pay the RISEBA tuition fee. For the period spent abroad during mobility, the student is awarded an Erasmus+ scholarship to cover the costs of transport and accommodation.
* Erasmus+ internship mobility provides that a student can undergo an internship in one of the companies of interest in one of the Erasmus+ programme countries. For this internship period, the student receives an Erasmus+ scholarship. The duration of internship mobility is 2–12 months.
Find out more about Erasmus+ and how to apply here!

Self-assessment reports:
2018/2019
2019/2020

Kristīna Maleško
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