European Business Studies

Professional bachelor’s programme 240 ECTS

The programme aims to develop forward-thinking international business leaders and managers equipped with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to excel in a global environment. Combining a strong focus on management excellence, a deep understanding of European business practices, proficiency across EU languages, and expertise in digitalisation, sustainability and social responsibility, the programme fosters resilience, applied research and creativity. It is accredited not only by the Latvian state but also holds the prestigious EFMD accreditation, which confirms the high quality of studies and international recognition.

Double degree

Students enrolled in the program have the opportunity to earn diplomas from two universities within four years. In addition to the RISEBA diploma, they can obtain a second bachelor’s degree from one of the partner universities:

  • KEDGE Business School, France
  • Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland
  • OTH Regensburg, Germany

Accredited: until 14 October 2027

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General information

  • Beginning:
    From September 1
  • Duration:
    4 years
  • Type:
    Full-time
  • Language:
    English (full-time day studies)
  • Credit points:
    240 ECTS
  • Programme degree:
    Professional bachelor's degree in European business / qualification – business executive
  • Fee:
    Citizens and permanent residents of Latvia, as well as citizens of other EU, EEA, and EU candidate countries:
    4500 EUR ( Full time, English)

    Other countries:
    6000 EUR ( Full time, English)

The programme has been awarded the prestigious EFDM accreditation, which certifies its internationally recognised academic quality. The content of European Business Studies is oriented towards international business and its current trends, providing students with an understanding of both Latvian and European business. During the course of studies, you can learn French and Spanish, which broadens your opportunities in business communication.

The programme prepares international business managers and leaders able to operate in a multicultural environment, learning key business management skills such as strategy development, financial planning and negotiating with clients and partners.

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Admission rules

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

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 1st semester

Induction Week / Hackathon

Personal Development: Part 1 (Study and Presentation Skills)

Microeconomics

Fundamentals of Marketing

Higher Mathematics

Business English 1

General French 1

Fundamentals of Management 

Social Psychology

1st year 2nd semester

European Union

Fundamentals of Accounting

Information Technologies

Business English 2

General French 2

Macroeconomics

Mathematical Statistics and Quantitative Methods

Civil and Environmental Protection

Course Paper in Economics

2nd year 3rd semester

Personal Development: Part 2 (Personality Development and Team Building)

Introduction to European Law

Management of Cross-cultural Interaction

Financial Accounting 1

Innovation Management

Managerial Economics

European Political and Economic Development

General French 3

Business English 3

Marketing Research

2nd year 4th semester

Financial Accounting 2

International Business Law

Academic Writing

Business English 4

General French 4

International Marketing

Human Resource Management

Field Trip

Course Paper in Marketing

3rd year 5th semester

Personal Development: Part 3 (People Skills Development)

Corporate Finance

European Entrepreneurship

International Strategic Management

Business French 1

Managerial Accounting

Diversity Management

Business Platforms: from Start-up Applications to Platform Ecosystems

Sales Management

Elective (student’s free choice course)

3rd year 6th semester

Financial Markets and Investments

Brand Management

Research Methodology and Design

Business French 2

Logistics

International Internship

Course Paper in Management

Elective (student’s free choice course)

4th year 7th semester

Personal Development: Part 4 (Career Management and Planning: Employability Skills)

Financial Management and Risks

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Fundamentals of Project Management

Leadership and Organisational Behaviour

Operations Management

International Banking

Elective (student’s free choice course)

4th year 8th semester

International Research Internship 

Bachelor Thesis

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.

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

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:

KEDGE Business School, France

Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland

OTH Regensburg, Germany

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!

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Director of the Bachelor's programme European Business Studies, Assistant to the Vice Rector for Academic and International Affairs, Senate Secretary
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