Overview

Developed with the support of the European Union’s Digital Europe study program, this master’s program addresses the growing need for leaders who can effectively manage and innovate within complex technological environments. This rigorous two-year study program fosters a comprehensive understanding of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Cybersecurity (CS), preparing graduates to lead the charge in shaping the future of technology. Unlike traditional MBA study programs, this program offers a specialized blend of technical expertise and strategic management skills. This unique combination equips graduates with the necessary competencies to step into high-level management roles, such as Chief Information Officer (CIO), where both technical knowledge and business acumen are essential for success. They will be prepared to lead IT teams, develop strategic IT plans, and ensure that technology investments align with overall business objectives

Programme Structure

To complete the program students must finish all of the “Core Courses”, choose one of the two “Humanities and Science Studies Courses”, complete a Master’s Thesis, as well as choose their elective courses.

Core courses:

Digital Strategy for Organizational Transformation
Research Methods and Proposal Writing
Basics of Labor Protection
Cybersecurity Management Fundamentals
Information Technology Governance
Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Decision Making and Probabilistic Reasoning

Humanities and Social Science Study Courses:

Legal Aspects of Digitalization

Managing Organizations and Leading People

Elective courses:

Digital Platforms & Business Models (PA, PS, HC, NM)
Data Spaces (PA, HC, NM)
IT Quality Assurance (PA, PS, NM)
Economic Analysis of Technological Change (PA, PS)
Public e-Services (PA)

Business Process Development and Management (PS)

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (HC)

Software Automation in Healthcare (HC)

and many more.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Fall and Spring semester intakes available. Applications currently open for Fall 2025 semester!

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Riga, Latvia

Disciplines

Innovation Management Cyber Security Artificial Intelligence

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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70

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8000 EUR / year

≈ 8000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

8000 EUR / year

≈ 8000 EUR / year

Living costs

Riga

Latvia

503 - 783 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The first cohort of program participants will benefit from full tuition coverage thanks to EU grant agreement No 101083531. Those who begin after January 2025 will have to pay part or all of the tuition, depending on when they begin. For more details, please see Riga Business School’s section on Financing Studies.

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