Program Overview

Global Governance in a Changing World

The aim of the micro-degree is to provide diverse and practical knowledge of the development, politics, and international trends of the modern global economy and how to govern them, especially from the perspective of a small country. The micro-degree is suitable for employees of the public sector and international organizations, but also for all those who have an interest in the functioning of global issues, including international organizations (EU, NATO, OECD, World Bank, etc.).

Program Details

• Study language: English
• Time of occurrence: 09.02.2026–30.06.2026
• Duration and credits: 15 ECTS
• Form of study: Partially web-based
• Location: Tartu
• Fee: 2000 EUR

Target Group

The program is suitable for managers, consultants, public sector officials (e.g., public sector special subject managers), and master's students who must have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

After Obtaining the Degree

A successful graduate of the micro-degree:

• Has knowledge of national and international economic regulatory institutions
• Understands the specifics of the management of different economic sectors and the economic policy instruments used
• Has acquired knowledge of regional development and policies
• Has acquired knowledge of the economic treatment of cultures and their effects on economic development
• Understands fiscal and monetary policies and the functioning of markets
• Knows the development trends of the most important economic areas and understands their current problems

Study Schedule and Subjects

In the academic year 2023/2024, the program consists of three subjects in the spring semester, which are read together with the Master's program of Contemporary Economy and Entrepreneurship in Economic Policy-making.

• Subjects:
  • International Fiscal and Monetary Policy, and Markets (3 ECTS)
  • Regional Economics and Culture: Europe, Asia, Africa, Americas (6 ECTS)
  • Governance for the Future in a Changing World: Concepts, Challenges and Policies (6 ECTS)

Teachers and Companies Involved

Academic top-level (professor, visiting professor, lecturer), strategic manager (experience), practical skills (project management training).

Admission Criteria

Admission is based on a bachelor's degree or an equivalent level of education and submission of a motivation letter.

Experts and Visionaries Behind the Programme

• Kadri Ukrainski: Programme Director, Vice-Head of Research & Professor of Research and Innovation Policy, UT Delta Management School, Co-Site Lead, CDL-Estonia
• Eneken Tikk: PhD, Power and Influence Studies at the Cyber Policy Institute (CPI) in Jyväskylä, Security Policy, Regulation and Partnerships at Meta and Advisor on international peace and security issues in the context of ICTs
• Bradley Loewen: PhD, Marie Curie Individual Fellow, PeripheRIS, Eurac Research, Postdoc, Norwegian Centre for Energy Transition Strategies, NTNU
• Stefano Brahgiroli
• Lauri Mälksoo: Professor of International Law, University of Tartu
• Ott Pärna: Head of Development & Industry Professor, UT Delta Management School, CEO of Healthy Lifestyle Social Enterprise SCULT.org
• Kristjan Vassil: Professor and former Vice-Rector of Research @UT, Board Member @UT Clinics, CDL-Estonia Chief Scientist
• Winfried Pohlmeier: Professor at Universities of Konstanz & Zeppelin, Former Vice-Rector of Research & Young Researchers at University of Konstanz
• Andres Kütt: MSc from MIT, Expert at the Cyber4Dev, CTO at Jio, Board Member of Tallinn University and The Estonian Cooperation Assembly
• Rain Ottis: Professor of Cyber Operations at Tallinn University of Technology
• Tõnis Tänav: PhD, Head of R&D at Republic of Estonia Ministry of Rural Affairs
• Tarmo Puolokainen: PhD, Head of Analysis and Planning Department at Swedbank Estonia
• Raivo Vare: Politician, Entrepreneur, and Transit and Economic Expert, the first Estonian State Minister
• Rainer Saks: Member Of The Management Board at CybExer Technologies, Former Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service & Chancellor of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia
• Nino Kokashvili: Manager, Infrastructure Advisory Group, KPMG UK
• Oleksandr Dorokhov: Visiting Professor at Delta Management School, University of Tartu
• Maryna Tverdostup: PhD, Economist, Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies