We look forward to learning about you through your application to Estonian Business School. Here you will find a detailed explanation of the admission process to EBS and admission requirements. First-year applicants and transfer students both have to go through the admission process. We advise you to pay attention to the requirements and deadlines.
Admission information
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Admission & FAQ |
All the admission information and frequently asked questions can be found here. |
| Country specific requirements | Here you will find a detailed explanation of country-specific requirements |
| How to apply? |
Find the step-by-step guide for applying here. |
Online consultations
If you would like to receive more information about the admission process before applying, then sign-up for a personal online consultation. The online consultations take place twice a month.
We encourage you to register if:
- You have questions about EBS application process that prevents you from applying;
- You doubt whether your previous education and/or work experience is compatible with your chosen study programme
- You are choosing between several study programmes and want more information or support to make the right choice
- You want more information about the organisation of studies or the financing of studies
The start of admission round for the Two-year MBA programme starting in January
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Application deadline for Estonian applicants. Admission interviews are held on 07.01.2025.
Application deadlines
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| 1st October- 4th November | Application period for EU citizens for starting studies on Two-year MBA programme in January 2025 |
| 1st October- 5th January | Application period for Estonian citizens for starting studies on Two two-year MBA programme in January 2025 |
| 1 February – 1 April | Application period for non-EU citizens |
| 1 February – 1 June | Application period for citizens EU/EEA countries, Ukraine, and non-EU applicants, who are residing in Estonia on a legal basis |
| 1 February – 5th August | Application period for Finnish citizens |
| Middle of August | Start of studies for master's students |
| August 26-30 |
Bachelor's programmes
Bachelor's studies requirements
The suitable applicant meets the following requirements:
- Submits online application in DreamApply;
- Holds a higher secondary education degree or an equivalent qualification;
- Check country-specific requirements to ensure the qualification you have is considered suitable for applying to bachelor-level studies
- Holds sufficient proficiency in English (B2);
- A list of accepted internationally recognised language tests are provided below;
- Demonstrates their motivation, ambition and argumentation skills in a catchy application;
- Completes the admission interview at EBS.
Programme requirements
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| Education | Higher secondary education or equivalent | Higher secondary education or equivalent |
| Programme requirements |
Mathematics results English language requirement, B2* |
English language requirement, B2*
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| Admission interview | Yes | Yes |
| Study language | English | English |
| Nominal studies |
3 years |
3 years |
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Start of studies |
Autumn semester |
Autumn semester |
| Study format |
Daytime studies, Tallinn: Mon-Friday 8.30-17.15 according to the schedule |
Daytime studies, Tallinn: Tue-Thursday 8.30-17.15 according to the schedule |
| Specialisation |
Marketing and Communication; Finance and Accounting |
36 ECTS of electives in EBS or in partner university abroad |
| Application |
Admissions for English programmes starts February 1st 2025 |
Admissions for English programmes starts |
Master's programmes
MA programmes
Let’s create a better world together! EBS’s innovative MA programmes prepare managers to solve the challenges of the future. In addition to making a profit, the need to deal with social, environmental and economic problems has become an inevitable part of entrepreneurship. Our top-notch specialisations, which are taught by top-tier faculty and established industry professionals, allow you to master a chosen field of business management.
Our MA programmes add value to your bachelor’s degree by deepening and widening your academic knowledge, further developing your analytical thinking, and improving your professional, leadership and team-related skills. As a graduate of an MA programme, you are a forward-looking, ambitious and entrepreneurial leader with the necessary business and professional skills.
MBA programmes
The MBA programme is suitable for you if you do not come from a business studies background and you have at least three years of management or team-lead experience. 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-centered learning and teaching setting.
Master's studies requirements
The suitable applicant meets the following requirements:
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Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification;
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- Check country-specific requirements to ensure the qualification you have is considered suitable for applying to join master-level studies.
- Holds sufficient proficiency in English (B2);
- A list of accepted internationally recognised language tests are provided below;
- Demonstrate their motivation and drive in a catchy application;
- Completes admission interview at EBS.
One-year programmes
| One year MBA | Leading Digitalisation and Navigating the Start-Up Economy |
Leveraging Green Economy Innovation | |
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| Previous education | Non-business master's degree, 240 ECTS bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification |
Bachelor's or master's degree |
Bachelor's or master's degree or an equivalent qualification |
| Admission interview |
Yes |
Yes | Yes |
| English requirement |
English language requirement, B2* |
English language requirement, B2* |
English language requirement, B2* |
| Programme requirements |
3 years of management or team-lead experience |
3-years of relevant work experience |
3-years of relevant work experience |
| Study language | English | English | English |
| Nominal time | 1 year (60 ECTS) | 1 year (75 ECTS) | 1 year (75 ECTS) |
| Start of studies | Autumn semester | Autumn semester | Autumn semester |
| Study format |
Every second week |
Every second week final schedule depends on the chosen specialisations* |
Every second week Thus-Sat 10.00-17.15
final schedule depends on the chosen specialisations* |
| Admissions |
Admissions for English programmes starts February 1st 2025 |
Admissions for English programmes starts February 1st 2025 |
Admissions for English programmes starts February 1st 2025 |
Two-year programmes
| Two year MBA | MA Business innovation in the new economy | |
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| Previous education |
Non-business 180 ECTS bachelor degree or |
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management or equivalent is required |
| Admission interview | Yes | Yes |
| English requirement |
English language requirement, B2* |
English language requirement, B2* |
| Programme requirements |
3 years of management or team-lead experience |
Reflection paper, 1A4 |
| Study language | English | English |
| Nominal time | 2 years | 2 years |
| Start of studies | Autumn semester | Autumn semester |
| Study format |
Every second week final schedule depends |
Every second week Thus-Sat 10.00-17.15 the final schedule depends |
| Admissions |
Admissions for spring semester 2025 starts October 1st 2024 |
Admissions for English programmes starts February 1st 2025 |
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Proof of sufficient language level
For equal evaluation, we ask the candidates to present an internationally recognised English language test, so that results could be comparable. A list of suitable internationally recognised language test are provided below. We do not accept any other internationally recognised language test.
Requirements for internationally recognised language tests:
- TOEFL iBT score 87
- Please note that the TOEFL test result is valid 2 years!
- IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing Service) 5.5 with or above in each individual component.
- Please note that the IELTS test result is valid 2 years!
- Cambridge test FCE (CAE; CPE are suitable as well)
The internationally recognised test of English may be replaced by:
- Completion of previous educational level in a country where the English language is spoken as mother tongue. EBS waves requirement only for the following countries: USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
- Completion of the previous level of education taught fully in English in EU/EEA member states.
Please note that the transcript of the record must include that studies were conducted fully in English. - Other countries have to present an internationally recognized language test even if the student studied previously in the English language.
EBS reserves a right to waive the requirements based on previous experience with applicants from different countries.