Course overview
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at Riga Business School (RTU) in Riga, Latvia. It takes 3 years, with intakes in Autumn (late August); non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March.
Riga Business School (RTU) is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Riga Business School (RTU) (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Riga, Latvia |
| Course | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Tuition per year | €7,550 (≈ ₹8 lakh) |
| Intakes | Autumn (late August); non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2 (or RBS's own online English test) |
Interested in Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €7,550 a year, about ₹8 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly €22,650 (≈ ₹24 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026/27 non-EU fee (€22,650 for three years); double-degree year abroad is charged by the partner university
Living costs for Latvia as a whole: €9,400–15,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Riga Business School (RTU) for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Class 12 completed or in progress. RBS reviews Class 10, 11 and first-term Class 12 marks, especially maths, English and economics/business; there is no fixed minimum percentage.
- Admission score out of 100: school results 25%, English 25%, and the Math Entrance Exercise, extracurriculars and an online interview (35–45 minutes) 50%.
- The Math Entrance Exercise covers school algebra; RBS also offers optional pre-university maths and English courses.
- Two recommendation letters and a motivation statement.
- Rounds: regular decision 1 February to 15 March, rolling admission 15 April to 2 June. Non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March for visa time. Application fee €150.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2 (or RBS's own online English test).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (6.5 for the Excellence Scholarship) |
| TOEFL iBT | 70 (79 for the Excellence Scholarship); RBS is itself a TOEFL test centre |
| EduSynch | B2 (B2+ for the MBA); can be taken online after applying |
| TOEFL ITP | 550 (MBA) |
| Waiver | MBA: if your previous studies were in English |
Intakes
This course starts in: Autumn (late August); non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in LatviaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Latvia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport copy
- School transcripts (Class 10–12) or bachelor's diploma with transcript; documents not in English need a translation
- English test result, or take RBS's online test
- Two recommendation letters and a motivation statement (BBA)
- CV and photo (MBA)
- Proof of the €150 application fee
Scholarships
RBS Excellence Scholarship
BBA and Bachelor of IT Leadership
Value: Full tuition for the first year, renewed on academic performance
Outstanding grades, an excellent Math Entrance Exercise result, strong extracurriculars and leadership, and IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 79 or higher. Covers study in Riga only.
Official pageStudent Union Scholarship
Enrolled bachelor's students
Value: 50% off second-semester tuition
Average grade of at least 8, no failed courses and active involvement in student life; assessed after the first semester.
Official pageVītols Fund
Enrolled students
Value: Support towards tuition and living costs
High-performing students; contact the fund for the current call.
Official page
About Riga Business School (RTU)
Riga Business School (RBS) is the English-language business school of Riga Technical University. RTU says it has run within the university since 1991, when it was set up with the State University of New York at Buffalo and the University of Ottawa, and that it has more than 1,000 alumni.
RBS is small and selective. Its three-year BBA in international business management offers double-degree options with BI Norwegian Business School or the University at Buffalo, and a four-year Bachelor of IT Leadership (Computer Science and Organizational Technologies) combines AI and data with management. At master's level it runs a Professional MBA built on North American MBA standards and the MERIT master's in managing smart, resilient systems.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in Latvia
- Business Process Management (EN)UL FinTech Business School (formerly BA School of Business and Finance)4 years (240 ECTS) · €4,100 / year
- Bachelor's in ManagementEKA University of Applied Sciences3 years · €3,500 / year
- Bachelor's in MarketingEKA University of Applied Sciences3 years · €3,500 / year
- Bachelor of Business AdministrationRiga Nordic University (formerly ISMA)4 years full time (4.5 years part time) · €3,300 / year
- Global BBA (Business Administration)Riga Nordic University (formerly ISMA)4 years · €12,000 / year
- International Business and Start-up EntrepreneurshipRīga Stradiņš University3 years · €3,300 / year
More courses at Riga Business School (RTU)
- Bachelor of IT Leadership (Computer Science and Organizational Technologies)4 years · €7,575 / year
- Professional MBA2–3 years (2.5 years nominal); evening classes · €10,200 / year
- MERIT: Management of Smart, Resilient and Interconnected Systems (master's)2 years (120 ECTS); evening classes · €6,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at Riga Business School (RTU)?
The tuition for international students is €7,550 a year (about ₹8 lakh). 2026/27 non-EU fee (€22,650 for three years); double-degree year abroad is charged by the partner university. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)?
The course takes 3 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2 (or RBS's own online English test). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Autumn (late August); non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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