Course overview
Business Management and Marketing is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at ISM University of Management and Economics in Vilnius, Lithuania. It takes 3 years plus a 6-month thesis (210 ECTS), with intakes in September.
ISM University of Management and Economics is a private institution, ranked 47th in the world in the Financial Times Masters in Management ranking (Global Leadership and Strategy) 2026. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | ISM University of Management and Economics (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Vilnius, Lithuania |
| Course | Business Management and Marketing |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 3 years plus a 6-month thesis (210 ECTS) |
| Tuition per year | €7,140 (≈ ₹7.6 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0 (no section below 5.0), TOEFL iBT 60, PTE 52 or Duolingo 115 |
Interested in Business Management and Marketing?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €7,140 a year, about ₹7.6 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly €21,420 (≈ ₹22.7 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026–27 price list: €3,570 per semester, €24,990 for the whole programme
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Living-cost minimum for the residence permitLegal minimum for 2026–27; private rent in Vilnius usually needs more | €577per month | ≈ ₹61,162 |
| Lithuanian health insuranceISM's estimate; insurance is compulsory | €50–150per year | ≈ ₹5,300 – ₹15,900 |
| ISIC student card with Vilnius transport e-ticket | €13one-off | ≈ ₹1,378 |
| Reservation fee (bachelor's conditional agreement)Deducted from autumn tuition | €500one-off | ≈ ₹53,000 |
| Payment administration feeFrom ISM's 2026–27 price list | €50one-off | ≈ ₹5,300 |
Living costs for Lithuania as a whole: €6,000–10,000 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 ISM University of Management and Economics for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Class 12 equivalent to the Lithuanian school-leaving certificate, with a minimum competitive score of 5.5 (on ISM's scale).
- Your score weights maths at 40% and English and other subjects at 20–30% each; if you have no maths exam, ISM uses its own maths test.
- A motivation letter or video and an interview count towards admission; a low interview score can lead to rejection even with good marks.
- Early admission runs from 1 November to 30 April and is the only route to the scholarship test; general admission dates are posted on ISM's website.
- If you sign a conditional agreement by 31 May, you pay a €500 reservation fee, deducted from autumn tuition.
- After signing the study agreement you pay one semester's tuition within 7 days; ISM then supports your residence permit application.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no section below 5.0), TOEFL iBT 60, PTE 52 or Duolingo 115.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 overall with no section below 5.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 60 or more |
| PTE Academic | 52 or more |
| Duolingo English Test | 115 or more |
| ISM English test / exemption | ISM's own test (55 points) is accepted; the admissions committee may exempt applicants educated fully in English. Scores apply to bachelor's admission; ISM may also test you after the interview. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in LithuaniaHow 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 Lithuania, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheets, apostilled (bachelor's)
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts, apostilled (master's)
- English test result taken within the last 2 years, or a request for exemption if all your education was in English
- Motivation letter or video
- CV (master's)
- Proof of funds and health insurance for the residence permit
Scholarships
ISM scholarship competition (bachelor's)
Bachelor's, early admission
Value: Up to 50% off tuition (for example Finance: €3,570 a year instead of €7,140)
Applicants in early admission (1 November to 30 April) who take the scholarship test; awards depend on your competitive score and test result.
Official pageISM graduate discount
Master's
Value: About 30% off (for example €2,573 instead of €3,675 a semester)
ISM bachelor's graduates who continue to an ISM master's.
Official pageCorporate sponsor discount
Master's
Value: About 15% off tuition
Employees of ISM's corporate sponsor companies.
Official pageLithuanian State Scholarship for master's studies
Full-time master's
Value: Covers most of the tuition and pays a monthly stipend
Citizens of listed countries only (for example Armenia, China, Japan, South Korea, Ukraine); India is not on the list.
Official page
About ISM University of Management and Economics
ISM University of Management and Economics is a small private business school in the centre of Vilnius. It was founded in 1999 and now offers bachelor's, master's, executive and doctoral programmes, all focused on business, economics, finance and management. Its building is on Gedimino Avenue, Vilnius's main street, a few minutes' walk from the Old Town.
ISM is the most internationally accredited business school in Lithuania. It holds AACSB accreditation, and in 2026 its Global Leadership and Strategy master's became the first programme from the Baltic states to enter the Financial Times Masters in Management Top 100, at 47th, and ranked 7th worldwide for value for money. It also has five Eduniversal Palmes of Excellence. Teaching is in small groups, with many case studies, company projects and guest lecturers from business.
Similar courses
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- Aviation Management (bachelor's)Kazimieras Simonavičius University3.5 years (full time) · €5,800 / year
- Business ManagementKazimieras Simonavičius University3.5 years (210 ECTS) · €3,900 / year
More courses at ISM University of Management and Economics
- Global Leadership and Strategy90 ECTS, about 1.5 years (evening classes) · €9,800 / year
- International Marketing and Management1.5 years plus a 6-month thesis (120 ECTS, evening classes) · €7,350 / year
- Financial Economics1.5 years plus a thesis (120 ECTS, evening classes) · €7,350 / year
- Innovation and Technology Management90 ECTS, about 1.5 years (evening classes) · €9,800 / year
- Business Sustainability Management90 ECTS, about 1.5 years (evening classes) · €9,800 / year
- Finance3 years plus a 6-month thesis (210 ECTS) · €7,140 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Business Management and Marketing at ISM University of Management and Economics?
The tuition for international students is €7,140 a year (about ₹7.6 lakh). 2026–27 price list: €3,570 per semester, €24,990 for the whole programme. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Business Management and Marketing?
The course takes 3 years plus a 6-month thesis (210 ECTS).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 (no section below 5.0), TOEFL iBT 60, PTE 52 or Duolingo 115. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. 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 23 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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- ISM: bachelor's admission regulations (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- ISM: Finance bachelor's (opens in a new tab)