Studies at the VMU Faculty of Economics and Management
The VMU Faculty of Economics and Management brings together economics, finance, business, marketing, and the public sector in one study space. Analytical thinking, practical experience, and the ability to adapt to a changing labor market are highly valued here.
- Study programmes include both theoretical foundations and practical projects with real organizations.
- Our teaching team includes academics and practitioners from business, banking, consulting, and the public sector.
- Collaboration across different fields—economics, marketing, finance, business, and others—is encouraged.
- Studies are organized so they can be combined with work (especially Graduate Studies and some distance-learning programmes).
- The Faculty participates in international projects and organizes conferences, seminars, and practical events.
Who are VMU FEM studies for?
VMU FEM studies are designed for different applicant profiles:
- School graduates seeking their first higher education degree and wanting to start a career in business, finance, marketing, or the public sector through Undergraduate Studies.
- Those who already have a Bachelor’s degree and want to deepen their knowledge, specialize in a specific field, or advance their career through Graduate Studies.
- Working professionals and those seeking requalification, for whom supplementary, distance, or flexibly organized studies are relevant.
- Those pursuing an academic career and wanting to conduct research in economics and management through Doctoral studies.
What can you study at the VMU Faculty of Economics and Management?
The Faculty offers programmes covering the core fields of economics and business:
- Economics and related minor fields in economics.
- Business administration, business development, and entrepreneurship.
- Marketing, sales, advertising, and communication management.
- Finance, investments, international economics, and financial markets.
- Sports business, strategic management of organizations, and other specialized fields in Graduate Studies and Doctoral studies.
Detailed programme descriptions are provided on the dedicated pages for Undergraduate Studies, minor studies, supplementary studies, Graduate Studies, and Doctoral studies.
Frequently asked questions for applicants
What are Undergraduate Studies at VMU FEM?
Undergraduate Studies at the VMU Faculty of Economics and Management are first-cycle university studies for those seeking their first higher education degree. Upon completion, a Bachelor’s degree is awarded, enabling graduates to start a career or continue with Graduate Studies.
What are Graduate Studies and when is it worth choosing them?
Graduate Studies are second-cycle studies intended for those who already have a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification). They are worth choosing when you want to deepen your knowledge in a chosen field, pursue managerial positions, strengthen analytical and strategic competencies, or prepare for Doctoral studies.
What are minor studies and why are they worth choosing?
Minor studies are chosen by students in Undergraduate Studies who want to gain a broader range of knowledge, develop a multidisciplinary worldview, and at the same time gain a clear competitive advantage in the labor market.
What are supplementary studies for?
Supplementary studies are relevant for those who want to change their field of studies, enhance their existing qualification, or meet certain requirements when applying to Graduate Studies or Doctoral programmes. They help bridge knowledge gaps and ensure a smooth transition into a new field.
What are Doctoral studies at VMU FEM?
Doctoral studies are third-cycle studies aimed at training researchers and scholars. VMU FEM doctoral students carry out independent research, participate in projects, publish articles, and contribute to the creation of new knowledge in economics and management.
Are VMU FEM studies suitable for working people?
Some programmes—especially Graduate Studies and supplementary studies—are organized to be compatible with work: classes take place in the evenings, in concentrated sessions, or remotely. The exact schedule depends on the chosen study programme.
Does VMU FEM offer distance or blended study formats?
Some study programmes include elements of distance or blended learning—especially distance Undergraduate Studies and part of the Graduate Studies programmes. Some classes may take place in a virtual environment, but the exact balance between remote and in-person work is specified in the description of each programme.
How can I find out if there is an opportunity to study for free?
“Free studies” refers to state-funded study places. The possibility of receiving such a place depends on your competitive admission score and the admission rules of the given year. Information about state-funded places, competitive scores, and admission procedures is published by VMU and in the national admission channels.
Can I combine different study fields at VMU?
The VMU study model allows you to combine your main studies with minor studies in another programme. This gives you the opportunity to study, for example, economics alongside modules in marketing, information technologies, languages, or other fields—creating a broader competency profile.
Who should I contact if I have questions about choosing studies or admission requirements?
For questions about choosing studies, admission procedures, competitive scores, or study formats, you can contact the Study Information Centre or the Office of the VMU Faculty of Economics and Management. Their contacts are provided on the Faculty website and in the sections for applicants.
