Program Overview

Sustainable Finance and Investments Program

The Sustainable Finance and Investments program is designed for proactive and ambitious individuals seeking a deeper understanding of sustainable business development and modern financial technologies. Powered by Nasdaq, this study program equips students with practical knowledge in financial markets, investments, and sustainable financial management solutions.

Program Overview

• The program is ACBSP accredited.
• It is a 1.5-year full-time master's program.
• The third semester can be completed remotely.
• The program is taught in English.

Qualification and Department

• Qualification degree: Master of Business Management
• Department: Business School
• Duration: 1.5 years
• City: Vilnius
• Field of study group: Business and Public Administration
• Field of study: Finance
• Credits: 90.0

Programme Plan

The program includes compulsory and elective courses:

• Compulsory courses:
  • Economic Policy
  • Financial Markets and Sustainable Investment Management
  • Analysis of Company Performance
  • Sustainable Business Development and Sustainable Development
  • Corporate Governance
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Quantitative Research Methods
  • Risk Management
  • Strategic Financial Management
  • Master's Thesis (field: Finance)
• Elective courses:
  • Innovation and Change Management
  • Family Business Strategy and Sustainable Development
  • Psychology of Financial Services Sales
  • Advanced Creative Thinking and Communication

Admission Requirements

• Entry qualification: Undergraduate diploma (or higher)
• Gap since the completed Bachelor degree should not exceed five years for non-EU/EFTA applicants.
• Applicants must have at least 20 ECTS credits in Business and Public Management or Economics.
• Overall grade average of at least 70% is required for eligibility.
• Motivation and readiness to study are assessed through video responses and possibly a remote motivation interview.
• Entry qualification documents are accepted in English or Lithuanian.

Language Requirements

• English proficiency is required.
• Accepted language certificates include IELTS Academic 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 81+, Cambridge English Exam 176+, Pearson PTE Academic 59+, LanguageCert IESOL B2, Duolingo English Test 120+, or another language proficiency certificate equivalent to B2 CEFR.

Territory Requirements

• Applicants from Ukraine are offered the EU student tuition rate.
• Applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan must submit an OMPT-A (Online Mathematics Placement Test) Certificate with a minimum passing grade of 55%.

Admission Steps

1. Find your program and check application dates.
2. Check your eligibility and prepare necessary documents.
3. Pay the application fee (100) and submit your application.
4. Take the interview (motivation and readiness to study are assessed).
5. Confirm acceptance and pay the tuition fee within 15 calendar days from the date of the offer to study.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Understand the interconnectedness of financial, investment, and sustainability goals.
• Formulate strategic solutions for sustainable financial management.
• Conduct comprehensive business analyses and assess sustainable finance and investments.
• Apply contemporary methods for sustainable performance assessment.
• Plan and implement business transformations related to sustainable performance.
• Prepare and manage business projects in finance and investments.
• Manage businesses based on sustainable finance and investment performance.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups and make informed decisions.

Financing

• Annual tuition fee for a state non-funded place: 6,550 EUR.
• The application fee is 100 per application, non-refundable.

Career Prospects

Graduates can work as leaders in finance and development departments, in treasury management, corporate venturing, corporate banking, venture capital, private equity, or asset management. They can also work as financial business consultants or manage international projects in the public sector, build their own sustainable business, or attract and use financial resources for business transformation. Potential career titles include Financial Manager, Corporate Finance Manager, Head of Finance Department, Investment Analyst, Insurance Manager, Sustainability Manager, Business Development Manager, Entrepreneur, or Founder.