Master of Business Administration (MBA) - MRU

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Field of study Business Management
National Code 6215LX001
Degree awarded Master of Business Administration
Duration 1 year
Language English
City Vilnius
Tuition fee €5600 per one academic year (2026-2027)

Executive MBA

The first stage of student enrollment is open until May 29

The Executive MBA is an internationally recognized Master of Business Administration programme designed for experienced managers and professionals who want to think strategically, make data‑driven decisions, and turn ideas into real organizational results. The programme is intended for leaders seeking to strengthen their impact, broaden their business perspective, and create measurable value.

Designed to fit alongside full‑time work, the Executive MBA is an intensive programme focused on real business situations, decision‑making, and execution. Participants analyze data, evaluate alternatives, and learn how to transform innovative ideas into actionable business solutions.

What makes the programme distinctive:

  • 9-month program designed to fit alongside work (September–May)
  • Classes scheduled in the evenings and on weekends
  • Practical Capstone business simulation instead of a traditional final thesis
  • Faculty combining academic excellence and executive practice from Lithuania, Europe, and the United States
  • Executive networking with high-level professionals
  • Optional international experience: internship in U.S. companies and visits to high-level universities

Study modules designed to adapt to market trends dynamically:

  • Human Resource Management
  • Marketing Management in a Global Business Environment
  • Sales strategies and tactics
  • Project management
  • Financial Management
  • Leadership and Organization Management
  • Business simulation integrated into the Capstone project

Admission Requirements:

At MRU, we prioritize our students’ career growth. MBA is designed to allow you to work and study simultaneously. There is no need to sacrifice your career for your master’s studies—enhance and strengthen both simultaneously. Our program is fully adapted for full-time working professionals, with lectures held in the evenings, every second Saturday, and available both online and in person.

  • A minimum of three years of managerial work experience.
  • A bachelor’s degree required.
  • English proficiency at a B2 level or higher.

The MBA Master’s Degree in Business Management equips professionals with the skills to:

As a program graduate, you will enhance your leadership abilities and develop strategic thinking competencies to make informed decisions across various leadership dimensions. You will gain expertise in designing and implementing advanced marketing strategies for business growth while effectively managing company finances, projects, and human resources. Additionally, you will learn to create maximum value for businesses, employees, partners, and society. As a result, you will emerge as a strong leader, capable of guiding interdisciplinary teams of professionals in a dynamic business environment.

Career Prospects:

  • The MBA qualification enables graduates to pursue managerial positions across diverse industries. They can work as managers in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or lead teams and divisions within large corporations, business organizations, and public sector institutions.
  • MBA graduates will be equipped to thrive in innovation- and change-driven business environments, possessing in-depth knowledge and practical skills in finance, marketing, human resources and leadership, project management, financial management, and supply chain networking.
  • Upon completing the MBA program, graduates can pursue leadership roles in various industries or establish their own businesses. Potential career paths include key managerial roles, senior management positions, project management, team leadership (Team Lead), operational strategy analysis, and advisory roles.

Choose an MBA at Mykolas Romeris University (MRU), one of Europe’s most dynamic social science universities!

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Relevant information
Study Content

STUDY PROGRAMME PLAN

Course units

ECTS credits

1 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Human Resource Management

8

Marketing Management in a Global Business Environment

8

Sales strategies and tactics

6

Project management

8

2 SEMESTER

30

Compulsory course units

30

Finance Management

8

Capstone final project in virtual space

14

Leadership and Organization Management

8

Learning Outcomes
  • Develop organizational strategy and make decisions under uncertainty.
    E.g., evaluates growth alternatives and selects a strategically sound direction.
  • Make business decisions based on data, financial analysis, and risk assessment.
    E.g., assesses return on investment and decides whether to pursue a new initiative.
  • Analyze markets, understand customer behavior, and drive growth in competitive environments.
    E.g., identifies target segments and designs value propositions that increase sales.
  • Turn innovative ideas into clear and actionable implementation plans.
    E.g., translates an idea into a structured plan with milestones, responsibilities, timelines, and performance tracking.
  • Lead teams, develop talent, and build organizations that enable change and growth.
    E.g., implements team-level changes that improve engagement and performance.
  • Communicate and defend decisions effectively in an organizational context.
    E.g., presents and justifies strategic decisions to stakeholders to secure alignment and execution.
Study Organization

Full-Time Studies (in English)

Classes are held weekdays from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (two evenings per week) and every other Saturday (usually 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM).

Once a week some classes may be conducted remotely via the “Moodle” virtual learning environment. 

International students who are obtaining a temporary residence permit in Lithuania and are unable to travel may study remotely during the first semester.

Important Information for Foreign Students:

  • All foreign students must arrive at the University by September 1 unless a later program start date is specified;
  • Exceptions may be granted only for valid reasons, in which case students must continue their studies remotely until arrival;
  • Failure to arrive by the specified deadline without a valid reason will result in the University notifying Lithuania’s Migration Department about terminating the study agreement.
Admission Steps
  1. Choose a study programme
  2. Fill in the application form at apply.mruni.eu
  3. Pay the non-refundable application fee (for non-EU citizens – 100 euros, for EU-citizens, MRU alumni, and Ukrainians – 50 euros)
  4. Receive your application evaluation results
  5. Confirm your acceptance by paying the first-year tuition fee and 50 euros registration fee (non-refundable)
  6. Sign the study contract
  7. Start Temporary Residence Permit application procedure
  8. Register to studies
Admission Requirements

IMPORTANT BEFORE APPLYING

Required documents: 

  • Bachelor degree or equivalent first university degree diploma with a minimum study duration of 3 years is required (for graduates from Indian or Bangladeshi education systems, a degree with a minimum study duration of 4 years is required.) 
  • Academic transcripts of each study year 
  • Document proving English language level 
  • Proof of at least 3-years work experience in a leading position 
  • Letter of recommendation 
  • Passport copy 
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
  • Certificate of Employment 

Additional requirements: 

  • Interview with the admission committee 

Additional educational documents might be required depending on the country of residence. 

Provided documents must be in color, have no cut corners (high quality scan). 

English Language Requirements

Required level – B2

Assessments of English language proficiency certificates equivalent to level B2:

  • TOEFL IBT 72-94
  • IELTS 5.5-6.5
  • PTE score 59-75
  • DUOLINGO 100-125
  • IGCSE English First Language – E/3 or above
  • Cambridge International English GCE O Level/GCSE – English Language grade E / 3 or above
  • Cambridge English: B2 First, C1 Advanced – Overall Cambridge English Scale score of 162 or above

If you do not have a certificate proving your English language proficiency level, you can take the University Online English language level test. You will be able to choose this option while filling in the application. The test is free of charge.

Certificate is not required if your native language is English or if your previous studies were conducted fully in English language.

Documents Legalization
  • If the original educational documents/transcripts are in English, Lithuanian or Russian with an apostille (if required) on the scanned original, no translation needed.
  • If original educational documents/transcripts are not in English, Lithuanian or Russian languages, then they have to be supplemented with an official translation.
  • The official translation has to be confirmed with the sworn translator’s signature or official notarization.
  • Accepted students shall present their original educational documents/transcripts to the International Office upon arrival to begin their studies.
Country Specific Requirements

Country Specific Requirements can be found here.

Qualification Recognition

Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

  • The evaluation and recognition of prior qualifications is a part of Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) admissions process.
  • By submitting the online application you confirm that the documents are legitimate and that MRU can verify the authenticity of the documents by contacting its issuing authority and national ENIC/NARIC centre.
  • Documents uploaded must be in good condition and in full colour. Documents issued in languages other than English, Russian, or Lithuanian must be accompanied with an official translation into English or Lithuanian. 
  • Before you apply make sure that you have a complete documentation package and that your qualifications are giving access to higher education according to the study programme level you are applying for at the MRU.  

Recognition Criteria

  • The purpose of an assessment is to compare a foreign qualification with a similar level qualification awarded in Lithuania according to quality, profile, content, workloads and learning outcomes.
  • Your qualification will be assessed according to specific requirements for the programme you are applying for and whether your academic results are sufficient for studies at the MRU.

Right to Appeal

Recognition decisions can be appealed against to the Academic Recognition of Foreign Qualifications Concerning Higher Education Appeal Committee under the Lithuanian Ministry of Education and Science.

All appeals with supporting documents must be submitted to:
Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education
Ph.: +37052104778
Email: recognition@skvc.lt 
Address: SKVC, A. Goštauto st. 12, LT-01108, Vilnius, Lithuania

The procedure of evaluation and recognition of academic qualifications

Fees

Application fee (non-refundable):

  • for Non-EU citizens – €100
  • for EU citizens, MRU Alumni, and Ukrainians – €50

Registration fee (non-refundable):

  • €50

Tuition fee:

Tuition fee (EU/Non-EU citizens) per 1 academic year: €5600 (academic year 2026-2027).

Payment information will be provided in the invoices issued in your online application form.

Student continues to pay the same tuition fee which was implied at the time of the admission.

Scholarships and Funding

List of scholarships can be found here.

Contact Us
International Admissions Office
Ateities str. 20, LT-08303, Vilnius, Lithuania

E-mail: study@mruni.eu
Phone: +370 5 271 4700
WhatsApp: +370  6 564 6682
Office: I-122

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