Study Program

Lectures will be held in modules, 2-3 weekends per month. In case of slight changes, students will be informed in advance.
The Visiting Professors' lectures are held all day on Friday from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm. Usually held once a semester, the schedule is announced 2-3 months in advance.
I Semester
I SEMESTER |
Compulsory courses |
Lecturer |
Marketing Management (5 ECTS)
After completing this module you will learn to systematize and critically evaluate theoretical knowledge of product development, pricing, communication, and distribution. Also, you will be able to understand complex marketing issues and to integrate individual marketing tools into complex problem solving, learn key marketing tools, and apply them to marketing tasks.
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Prof. dr. Sunil Sahadev |
Digital Marketing Tools (10 ECTS)
You will obtain a deeper understanding of how the traditional principles of marketing are being shifted due to the rise of new digital tools, understand the major digital marketing channels - online advertising: digital display, video, mobile, search engine, and social media, apply critical thinking skills regarding the role of these digital tools and their impact upon both firms and consumers, learn how to measure digital marketing efforts and calculate ROI.
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Lect. Rytis Meškauskas |
Doc. dr. Mangirdas Morkūnas |
Consumer Behaviour (5 ECTS)
Upon completion of this course, you will develop the ability to systematize and critically evaluate theoretical knowledge and theoretical models, learn how to apply key marketing theoretical models to solve practical problems both in Lithuania and abroad and learn to choose the right data to solve a specific marketing problem.
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Lect. Indrė Razbadauskaitė-Venskė |
E-Commerce (5 ECTS)
You will learn to recognize different e-commerce models and plan actions how to solve them. Also, you will be able to select visitor attraction advertising channels in e-commerce communication, evaluate and analyze data for e-commerce decision making, and analyze consumer behavior.
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Lect. Simas Šarmavičius |
Elective Courses |
Strategic Brand Management (5 ECTS)
You will learn to understand the elements and value of a brand, as well to learn how to build and grow strong brands. While completing practical exercises will enable you to make informed brand management decisions and apply this knowledge to create more effective integrated communications campaigns.
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Lect. Rasa Misiūnaitė |
Innovation and Changes Management (5 ECTS)
You will gain knowledge, apprehension, and be able to explain the various factors of innovation management and their interrelationship, gain knowledge on lateral thinking. Gain practical skills in identifying opportunities to maximize growth and profitability, developing an innovation management plan, and implementing all parts of an innovation management plan.
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Associate professor dr. Eglė Radvilė |
II Semester
II SEMESTER |
Compulsory courses |
Lecturer |
Data Collection and Analysis Methods (5 ECTS)
You will develop the ability to select and store online data as well to solve marketing problems independently, apply critical digital marketing tools to solve practical challenges, properly use data collection and analysis techniques, analyze and predict consumer behavior in the digital space.
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Prof. dr. Vytautas Dikčius |
Web and Social Media Analytics (5 ECTS)
You will develop the ability to use the benefits of social media in marketing communication, properly apply data collection and analysis techniques, to choose the most appropriate marketing strategies for your online space, and critically evaluate marketing communication campaigns.
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Lect. Mantas Povelauskas |
Integrated Marketing Communication and Communication Channels (10 ECTS)
Businesses are always on the hunt to identify the right marketing communication channel to reach their customers. If you're interested in improving your business' approach to consumer outreach and advertising, you could benefit from learning about the types of marketing communication channels. During the course you will learn a methodology in the form of message and other media that is used to connect with the target audience or the wider public. To have ability to know practical cases and to receive a lot of examples of marketing communication tools, customer journey, public relations, sponsorship and social media channels.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elzė Rudienė
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Assoc. Prof. of partnership
Vytautas Oleškevičius
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Digital Marketing Strategies and Planning (5 ECTS)
Throughout this course you will learn how to apply marketing strategies and techniques to drive tangible results. Through the exploration of various digital marketing frameworks, you will develop the ability to create effective digital marketing plans. You will be introduced to cutting-edge marketing technology platforms that automate processes and enable data-driven decision-making. By adopting a data-driven approach, you will learn how to ensure growth and optimize outcomes of digital marketing campaigns. Upon completion of the course you will possess the expertise to attract, engage, and delight diverse target audiences online.
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Lect. Mikael Forsstrom
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Elective Course |
Mobile Marketing (5 ECTS)
You will develop the ability to analyze marketing situations, identify problems and find innovative solutions to them, and apply the most important digital marketing tools to solve practical problems.
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Lect. Rytis Meškauskas |
Web design and user experience (5 ECTS)
Throughout this course you will acquire the expertise to design impactful websites and optimize user experiences. The course focuses on addressing critical business questions by integrating design, prototyping, and customer testing to develop customer-centric solutions. Through hands-on experience, you will learn the process of wireframe development and transforming them into prototypes within time-constrained settings. By identifying, developing, and implementing compelling content, you will discover how to delight customers and maximize conversion paths, enhancing customer lifetime value. Upon completion of the course you will possess the skills necessary to create captivating web designs that leave a lasting impression on users.
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Lect. Mikael Forsstrom
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Advanced Creative Thinking & Communication (5 ECTS)
In collaboration with Kaospilot, this course is designed to transform how individuals approach problems. It helps unlock creative potential, offering new perspectives and the ability to challenge conventional thinking. Through three intensive workshop days and an online seminar, participants engage in practical exercises that enhance their ability to innovate and gain support for new ideas. The course combines scientific insights with hands-on practice, following the Kaospilot philosophy of blending theory, reflection, and experimentation. By the end, participants will have a clear plan for applying creative thinking in their personal and professional lives.
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Prof. Dr. Christian Byrge |
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III Semester
III SEMESTER |
Mandatory (Online) |
Scientific Research Work(10 ECTS)
(Theorical part)
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Supervisors |
Master Thesis: Final Part (20 ECTS) |
Supervisors |
Admission
General admission requirements and selection criteria |
For all Lithuanian and EU applicants
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For International applicants
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• Bachelor`s degree (university diploma) in Business and Management or in Management and Business Administration or Economics.
• Bachelor`s degree (university diploma) or equivalent, and have at least 20 credits in business and / or economics.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent university diploma in another field and have at least one years work experience related to the desired/intended study program.*
• Bachelor`s degree (colege diploma) in Business and Management or in Management and Business Administration or Economics with not less than 8 weighted average and have at least one years work experience related to the desired/intended study program.*
* For Lithuanian applicants only
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Structure of the competitive score
VS*0,5 + D*0,5
VS – the average of diploma appendix (appendix) grades, except for graduation thesis and/or final exam (s).
D - grade of the final thesis and/or final exam (average grade) or average final examination grade.
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• English language proficiency:
- the level not lower than B2 (following the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
- If your first language is English and/or if you have a university degree in English, you will be exempt from providing an English language test score.
• Applicants with an overall grade average of at least 70% are eligible for admission.
• If qualifications match the program, the applicant will receive an invitation to pre-record a video interview. More details will be provided during the application.
• The Vilnius University Business School Admission Committee might invite their candidate for a face-to-face interview.
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Financing
TYPE OF STUDY FINANCING FORM |
TUITION FEE/SEMESTER |
Own-funded study place for EU/EFTA countries* |
2490 Eur |
Own-funded study place for non-EU/EFTA countries* |
2990 Eur |
Own-funded study place for VU/VUIBS alumni/VU Exchange students |
2303 Eur |
* The standard tuition fee (2303 Eur) applies to students who complete their first autumn semester with a GPA of at least 95%. Academic performance is reviewed individually each semester.
During their studies, students may apply for VU Business School scholarships, social, incentive scholarships, and others. The information is announced every year through Business School communication channels.
Diploma
University studies shall be completed when all requirements of the chosen full-time study programme are fulfilled. Graduates of University study shall receive a diploma certifying hereof.
If students fulfill the first and second cycle full-time study programmes with especially high results, they are issued a special CUM LAUDE diploma. If students fulfill the second cycle full-time study programme or the integrated study programme with especially high results and have distinct scientific competence, they are issued a special MAGNA CUM LAUDE diploma.
Diploma Supplement which identifies study subjects, their content, and results, is issued together with diploma. Diploma Supplement is a document that complies with the model agreed by the European Commission, the Council of Europe and UNESCO/CEPES; it supplements a higher education, Master or Bachelor diploma with the data required for international academic and professional recognition, provides a description of the nature and contents of the studies completed by its holder and gives details on the national higher education system.
Diploma Supplement is produced in Lithuanian and English and is issued to all graduates since 2006 automatically and free of charge as an integral part of the diploma.

Committee
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Dr. Elzė Rudienė

Chairman of the committee
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lect. Indrė Razbadauskaitė-Venskė

Associate professor
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prof. dr. Sunil Sahadev

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lect. Mantas Povelauskas

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Giedrius Morkūnas

Representative of social partners
Digital Marketing Strategist, Head of Digital Marketing Audit Service
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Representative of students (1) |
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Reviews
Domas Černiauskis

Mykolas Baranauskas

Gdalij Reches

Academic Counceling
At VU Business School we pay a lot of attention to students' academic counseling. If you have any questions during your studies, you can contact your study coordinator to solve any problem or just to talk.
During the studies, all relevant information will be delivered by the study coordinator.
Please meet the study coordinator for this study program:
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Laura Staponė
tel. +370 673 17 648
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