About the university
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.
For Indian students, RBS offers an American-style business degree in an EU capital at fees well below US or UK levels, with a holistic admission process (maths exercise, English test and interview) rather than a cut-off. There are no state-funded places, so every student pays fees, but the school has merit scholarships.
The school is in central Riga, Latvia's capital. RBS also hosts an English Language Centre that is a certified TOEFL iBT test centre.
- Founded
- Operating within Riga Technical University since 1991
- Type
- Public business school of Riga Technical University (RTU)
- Founding partners
- University at Buffalo (State University of New York) and the University of Ottawa
- Campus
- 11 Skolas Street, central Riga
- Degrees
- BBA, Bachelor of IT Leadership, Professional MBA, Executive MBA and the MERIT master's, all in English
- Alumni
- More than 1,000, according to RTU
- Intake
- Autumn; non-EU BBA applicants should apply by 15 March
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
- Fee / year
- €7,550
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- Autumn (late August); non-EU applicants should apply by 15 March
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2 (or RBS's own online English test)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of IT Leadership (Computer Science and Organizational Technologies)
- Fee / year
- €7,575
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- Autumn
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €10,200
- Duration
- 2–3 years (2.5 years nominal); evening classes
- Intakes
- September (Fall 2027 starts 6 September 2027; deadline for foreign degree holders 6 June 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70, TOEFL ITP 550 or EduSynch B2+
- Postgraduate
MERIT: Management of Smart, Resilient and Interconnected Systems (master's)
- Fee / year
- €6,000
- Duration
- 2 years (120 ECTS); evening classes
- Intakes
- Autumn
- English
- Not stated on the programme page; ask the programme team
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | 3 years | €7,550 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Bachelor of IT Leadership (Computer Science and Organizational Technologies) | 4 years | €7,575 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Professional MBA | 2–3 years (2.5 years nominal); evening classes | €10,200 | ≈ ₹10.8 lakh |
| MERIT: Management of Smart, Resilient and Interconnected Systems (master's) | 2 years (120 ECTS); evening classes | €6,000 | ≈ ₹6.4 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Riga Business School (RTU) with similar universities in Latvia.
Scholarships
- BBA and Bachelor of IT Leadership
RBS Excellence Scholarship
Value: Full tuition for the first year, renewed on academic performance
Eligibility: 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 page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled bachelor's students
Student Union Scholarship
Value: 50% off second-semester tuition
Eligibility: Average grade of at least 8, no failed courses and active involvement in student life; assessed after the first semester.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled students
Vītols Fund
Value: Support towards tuition and living costs
Eligibility: High-performing students; contact the fund for the current call.
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Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- 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.
Postgraduate
- Professional MBA: a bachelor's degree in any field; business study is not required.
- English test (IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70, TOEFL ITP 550 or EduSynch B2+), waived if your previous study was in English.
- CV and, in some cases, an interview.
- Fall 2027 deadline for applicants with a foreign bachelor's degree: 6 June 2027. Application fee €150.
Documents
- 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
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Accommodation and living costs
RBS does not publish its own housing prices. Most students rent rooms or shared flats in Riga; Riga Technical University's student hostels are another option to ask about once you hold an offer.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
RBS is a compact school at 11 Skolas Street in central Riga, with small classes, an English Language Centre and access to the wider Riga Technical University.
- Building at 11 Skolas Street, Riga.
- BBA double-degree options with BI Norwegian Business School or the University at Buffalo.
- MBA graduates receive a Certificate of Recognition from the University at Buffalo and the University of Ottawa.
- MBA specialisations in marketing, finance, IT and fintech; MERIT is co-funded by the EU's Digital Europe programme.
- Certified TOEFL iBT test centre on site.
Careers and graduate outcomes
RBS says its alumni work as managers in Latvia and abroad, and its MBA classes run in the evenings so students can work. The school does not publish graduate employment figures. For student work rights and post-study options, see our Latvia guide.
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Studying in Latvia
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Latvia. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
Is Riga Business School part of Riga Technical University?
Yes. RBS is a public school within Riga Technical University and has operated there since 1991.
How much is the BBA for Indian students?
For 2026/27 the non-EU fee is €7,550 a year, or €22,650 for the three years. The application fee is €150. There are no state-funded places.
Do I need IELTS?
You need IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 70 or EduSynch B2. If you have no test, RBS will invite you to take an online English test after you apply.
Is there an entrance exam?
Yes. Bachelor's applicants take the Math Entrance Exercise (school algebra) and an online interview of 35–45 minutes. Extracurricular activities also count towards your score.
Are there scholarships?
The RBS Excellence Scholarship covers full first-year tuition for top bachelor's applicants with strong grades, maths test results and IELTS 6.5 or above. Other discounts are for students already enrolled.
Sources
- Riga Business School: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: BBA tuition and financing (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: bachelor admissions FAQ (February 2026) (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: Bachelor of IT Leadership (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: Bachelor of IT Leadership, how to apply (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: Professional MBA (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: Professional MBA, how to apply (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: Professional MBA, financing (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Business School: MERIT master's (opens in a new tab)
- Riga Technical University: Riga Business School (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.rbs.lv (opens in a new tab)
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