Tallinn University of Technology

School of Business and Governance

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Overview

TalTech School of Business and Governance (SBG) is Estonia’s largest university specialising in economics and business, with a long-standing tradition of high-quality education dating back to 1941. Estonia - one of the world’s most digitally advanced societies and a dynamic home for technology companies, startups and innovation. This unique environment brings technology, entrepreneurship and economic thinking together, creating fertile ground for new ideas and solutions that can scale far beyond Estonia.

As a university at the intersection of technology, business and society, we contribute to the international competitiveness of the Estonian economy and its companies - today and into the future. We are a leading competence hub in the Baltics, bringing together knowledge, innovative ideas and people who create value for business and society. 

The mission

We advance a knowledge-based society by educating leaders, researchers, and top professionals capable of addressing complex challenges and leading technology-driven transformation - in business, the public sector, and society - in a responsible and sustainable manner.

Our education combines strong theoretical foundations with practical skills and real-world experience - an approach highly valued by employers and alumni. Through education and research, we contribute to the quality of life, competitiveness and sustainable development of Estonia and Europe. 

TalTech School of Business and Governance

TalTech School of Business and Governance is a leading centre for higher education and research in economics, business, law and public administration. Our programmes are internationally recognised through prestigious accreditations from organisations including AMBA, EFMD and EAPAA.

Our MBA programme holds AMBA accreditation, placing it among the top 2% of MBA programmes worldwide and making it the first programme in Estonia and the Baltic States to receive this prestigious recognition. In the QS Global MBA Rankings, our MBA programme is ranked 151-200 globally and 54th in Europe. 

Our international community is one of our greatest strengths. International students make up around 15% of the School’s student body, representing 61 countries and bringing diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas into our classrooms and wider academic community. Around 30% of our staff are international, while our academic community includes internationally recognised researchers and experienced practitioners from Estonia and around the world. This gives our students the opportunity to learn from world-class experts and engage with perspectives that extend far beyond national borders. Estonia also offers an open and independent academic environment, ranking among the world’s leading countries for academic freedom.

Education with Impact

Our graduates are prepared to make an impact wherever their careers take them – in the private and public sectors or in international organisations. The alumni of the SBG have gone on to take leading roles across business, government and public institutions. They include current President of Estonia, a former Prime Minister of Estonia, president and senior leaders at the Bank of Estonia and strategically important companies in Estonia, experts working in ministries and other public institutions, as well as the founder of one of Estonia’s unicorn companies. 

More Than a Degree 

At TalTech, education extends beyond the classroom. Students benefit from an excellent learning environment, the best academic library in the Baltic States, vibrant student life, modern sports facilities and new student housing. Together, these create an environment where students can learn, grow, build meaningful connections and prepare for successful careers.

Learn, grow and succeed with TalTech School of Business and Governance. 

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