ISLB brochure
- 1. INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SCHOOL OF LAWAND BUSINESS LAW AND BUSINESS www.islb.eu
- 2. Don‘t be afraid of growing slowly,be afraid only of standing still.
- 3. WELCOME TO LITHUANIA LITHUANIA Vilnius WELCOME TO LITHUANIA The International School of Law and Busi- ness (ISLB) is a leading accredited institu- tion of higher education providing Pro- fessional Bachelor degrees that combine theoretical and practice-oriented educa- tion. ISLB offers dynamic studies which are highly oriented towards meeting individual student demands, developing practical skills and providing essential knowledge for a professional career.
- 4. BE WITH ISLB Have acloser look: Language of instruction: English Duration: 3 years Internship: 6 months ECTS: 180
- 5. BE WITH ISLB Everyinternational student has a personal men- tor who helps to integrate in ISLB’s life and stud- ies. We always organise a pick up at the airport and transportation to the dormitory or hotel. Admission Timeline The Fall semester starts on October 1st. The ap- plication deadline is September 1st. The Spring semester starts on February 1st. You have to submit your complete application packet no later than January 1st. We strongly advise students to start the applica- tion process as early as possible in order to com- plete all formalities on time. Entry requirements: • Secondary education equivalent degree; • Level of English: Intermediate Application We consider each application as soon as we re- ceive it, so you are advised to apply as soon as possible. Application forms and all information about step-by-step application procedures can be found at www.islb.eu Tuition fees You can obtain up-to-date information about tuition and application fees from the Interna- tional Studies Office at +370 5 241 0129 or admissions@islb.eu
- 6. BE HAPPY „Nowadays, whenall people are trying to get education in a foreign country, I think I was lucky to make it to ISLB,“ - Archili Kvinikadze, International student . „ I can say only one thing – I‘m happy to be in Lithuania, Vilnius and, of course, ISLB,“ Kamran Zeynalov, International student.
- 7. BE HAPPY “While studyingat ISLB I got theoretical knowledge and practical skills of business management and marketing that helped me compete in the labour market after graduation. I should also mention ISLB teachers whose friendly attitude and innovative teaching methods helped me to learn a lot,” - Akvilina Ketarauskaite, alumni, director of Autvuda. “The skills I got while studying at ISLB are crucial at my work and help to fulfil my business plans,” - Justinas Bortkevicius, alumni, project manager at Visit Lithuania tourism agency. “When I came to Lithuania I never imagined having a chance to learn the language, not even to meet people as special as you are! I will never forget this country, I will never forget this group, I will never forget this great experience! Thank You,” - Tono Vera, EILC course participant. Be Involved • Join ISLB Student Council and make a difference • Join the Scientific Students Union and enhance your professional knowledge • Join annual Student Fairs of Business Ideas and see your ideas materialize • Join the Legal Clinic and get more on-hand profes- sional experience • Join ISLB student basketball team and win basketball cups • Join the annual Teacher Award Ceremony and nomi- nate your favourites
- 8. MARKETING MANAGEMENT Programme Content In threeyears you will obtain a Professional Bachelor degree in Marketing Management.
- 9. MARKETING MANAGEMENT Year 1 Isemester II semester Introduction to Cultural Management Environment Psychology Business Economics Macroeconomics Politics and EU Studies Economic Statistics Microeconomics Business English Business Communication Information Technologies Business English Elective Year 2 III semester IV semester Marketing International Marketing Accounting and Taxes Finance and Credit Project Management Marketing Research Consumer Behaviour Pricing Labour Safety and Ergonomics E-Marketing Elective Professional Internship Term Paper Year 3 V semester VI semester Strategic Marketing Management Final Professional Services Marketing Internship Advertising Final Project (Part 2) Effective Sales Customer Relationship Management Elective Final Project (Part 1)
- 10. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW Programme Content Inthree years you will obtain a Professional Bachelor degree in International Business Law.
- 11. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW Year1 I semester II semester Constitutional Law Introduction to Cultural Environment Modern Law Theory (Part I) Administrative Law and Administrative English Language Process Economics Criminal Law Psychology Civil Law (Part I) Elective subjects Modern Law Theory (Part II) International Business Economics English Language Year 2 III semester IV semeste Criminal Procedure Law Civil Procedure Law Civil Law (Part II) Commercial Law Labour Law International Tax Law Financial Law International Logistics Law EU Company Law Labour Safety and Ergonomics International Business Law Elective subjects Project Professional Internship Year 3 V semester VI semester EU Law Final Professional Internship Competition Law Final Project (Part 2) International Private Law International Contract Law International Investment Law Final Project (Part 1)
- 12. TOURISM AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT Programme Content Inthree years you will obtain a Professional Bachelor degree in Tourism and Hotel Management.
- 13. TOURISM AND HOTELMANAGEMENT Year 1 I semester II semester Introduction to Cultural Environment Macroeconomics Microeconomics Introduction to Specialty Information Technologies Management Basics of Law English Language English Language Politics and EU Studies Basics of Tourism Organization Elective Year 2 III semester IV semester Finance and Accounting in Tourism Event Organization and Hotel Business Second Foreign Language Travel Geography (Spanish; Russian) English Language Applied Research Labour Safety and Ergonomics Service Management Marketing Elective Psychology Professional Internship Elective Term Paper Year 3 V semester VI semester Specialization - Tourism Administration Final Professional Internship Computerised Ticket Reservation Final Project Work Organisation in Tourism Companies´ Cultural Tourism Methodology of Preparing and Leading Excursions Second Foreign Language (Spanish; Russian) Intermediate Final Project Specialization - Hotel and Lodging Management General Management of Hotel and Lodging Food and Beverage Management Human Resources Management in Hotel Business Micros-Fidelio/Porte Hotel Management System Second Foreign Language (Spanish; Russian) Intermediate Final Project
- 14. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Programme Content In threeyears you will obtain a Professional Bachelor degree in Business Management. Year 1 I semester II semester Introduction to Cultural Environment Macroeconomics Microeconomics Management Applied Mathematics Business Negotiations Information Technologies English Language Business Economics Politics and EU Studies English Language Psychology Elective
- 15. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Year 2 IIIsemester IV semester Accounting and Taxes Finance and Credit Basics of Law Business Project Management Economic Statistics Quality Management Labour Safety and Ergonomics Applied Research Marketing Elective Elective Professional Internship Year 3 V semester VI semester Specialization - E – Business Management Final Professional Internship E-market Final Project E-business Planning and Organization Legal Environment for E-business E-business Electronic Management Systems Elective Term Paper Intermediate Final Project Specialization – International Business Management International Logistics Export Planning and Organization International Commerce Law Export Financing Elective Term Paper Intermediate Final Project
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- 17. LANGUAGE SCHOOL Intensive PreparatoryCourses in: • English • Russian Intensive language courses are designed for foreign students interested in following an English-language Bachelor programme at ISLB or for those who want to generally improve their English or Russian for personal and professional development. Starting dates Intensive language courses are offered each semester, starting in both October and February. Within 2 weeks of the start date you are still able to join a course. The length of a course is 8 months. Tuition Fee € 3000 for an intensive language course only. € 4500 for an intensive language course plus a special cultural integration programme including Lithuanian history and language courses, excursions to famous Lithuanian historic sites. Course Content 1. Core Language Skills • Writing, reading, listening and speaking • Grammar in context • Vocabulary development • Speaking for academic and social situations • Pronunciation 2. Academic Skills • Presentation and Seminar Skills • Extended Writing • Lecture programme
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- 19. BE INTERNATIONAL Double Degreesand Triple Degrees Joint degree programmes and double diplomas are one of ISLB’s key development priorities. Over the past few years ISLB has worked to establish further opportuni- ties for students to get a truly international education. One of the most challenging opportunities is the development of double or triple degree programmes with carefully chosen overseas partners. For more information please contact the International Studies Office at doubledegree@islb.eu. Internship International students may choose to complete their internships in Lithua- nia, their home country or any other country in Europe. Professional internships are organized in the frames of LLP/Erasmus Programme as well as in cooperation with partner recruitment organizations in Greece and Spain. Going Abroad ISLB has over 80 bilateral agreements with partner-institutions from 24 different countries in the frames of LLP/Erasmus Programme. Further Education and Career Opportunities ISLB cooperates with 12 institutions in Great Britain, Germany, Neth- erlands and the United States where graduates may apply for Master studies. More information could be found at www.islb.eu
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- 21. BE MOBILE For ERASMUSstudents Application procedures Admission to ISLB ERASMUS programmes is open to all international students. In order to apply, you have to fill in: • Application Form • Accommodation Form • Learning Agreement The deadlines for application are: • 1st of June for the autumn semester • 1st of December for the spring semester Academic Calendar • Autumn semester – 1st September – 31st January • Winder holiday – 23rd December – 3rd January • Spring semester – 1st February – 14th May Every international student has a personal mentor who helps to integrate in ISLB’s life and studies. Application forms and all information about step-by-step application procedures can be found at www.islb.eu For more information please contact us on erasmus@islb.eu
- 22. ERASMUS FOR MANAGEMENT Tourism andHotel Management Title ECTS Semester Semester Macroeconomics 6 1 Finance and Accounting in Tourism and Hotel Business 7,5 1 Travel Geography 6 1 Team Work 3 1 Food and Beverage Management 6 1 Micros-Fidelio/Porte Hotel Management Systems 6 1 Hotel and Lodging General Management 6 1 Basics of Tourism Organization 7,5 1 Human Resource Management in Hotel Business 6 1 Lithuanian History and Culture 3 1 2 Psychology 3 1 2 Business English 3 1 2 Management 7,5 1 2 Marketing 7,5 1 2 Applied Research 3 2 Event Organization 6 2 Multicultural Communication 3 2 Emotion Cognition and Management 3 2 Service Management 6 2 Second Foreign Language 3 2
- 23. ERASMUS FOR MANAGEMENT BusinessManagement Title ECTS Semester Semester Business Law 3 1 Politics and EU Studies 3 1 Intercultural Communication 3 1 2 Business Taxes and Accounting 8 1 Lithuanian History and Culture 3 1 2 Economical Statistics 6 1 Marketing 8 1 2 Applied Research 3 2 Business Communication 5 1 2 Human Resource Management 3 1 2 Emotion Cognition and Management 3 2 Consumer Behaviour 5 1 2 Finance and Credit 6 2 Effective Sales 6 1 2 Pricing 5 1 2 Management 8 1 2 Business Negotiation 3 1 2 Business Economics 8 1 2 Marketing and Advertising Title ECTS Semester Semester Marketing 8 1 Consumer Behaviour 3 1 Project Management 5 1 Intercultural Communication 3 1 Organizational Image Formation 3 2 Psychology of Advertising 3 1 Internet Advertising 3 1 Management of Media Services 3 1 Marketing Research 6 2 Pricing 6 2 International Marketing 5 2 E-marketing 3 2 Effective Sales 6 2 Brand Image Formation 6 1 Strategic Management in Advertising 3 2 Advertising Media 3 1 Advertising Design and Composition 3 1 Media Advertising Research 6 2 Knowledge Management and Innovation 3 2
- 24. ERASMUS FOR LAW International BusinessLaw Title ECTS Semester Semester Law for International Business 6 1 International Law of the Treaties 5 1 Contemporary Issues of International Public Law 5 1 International Labour Law 5 1 International Refugees Law 3 1 International and European Environmental Law and 6 1 Sustainable Development Contemporary Issues of International Private Law 5 2 International Contract law 6 2 International Trade Law 5 2 International Commercial Arbitration 6 2 International Investment Law 5 2 International Logistic Law 3 2
- 25. ERASMUS FOR LAW EuropeanUnion Law Title ECTS Semester Semester Introduction to EU Law 3 1 EU Institutional Law 5 1 European Human Rights Law 5 1 EU Substantive Law 6 1 EU Company Law 6 1 EU Consumer Law 5 1 EU Law: the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice 5 2 EU Law: Common Market Freedoms 6 2 Terrorism Prevention and Control in EU 6 2 Competition Law in EU 3 2 EU Finance and Tax Law 5 2 EU Intellectual Property Law 5 2 Law Title ECTS Semester Semester Comparative Constitutional and Administrative Law 6 1 Modern Law: Theory, Philosophy and Practice 5 1 Introduction to Lithuanian Law and the Legal System in 5 1 Lithuania e-Commerce Law 3 1 Criminal Law: Organized Crime Trends in EU 5 1 Criminal Procedure Law 5 1 Media Law 3 1 The Legal Forms of Business Organization 3 1 Moot Court (I) 5 1 Public Administration/ e-Government Law 5 2 Municipal Law 3 2 The Civil Service Law 3 2 e-Law 5 2 Business Law 6 2 Civil Law and Liability 5 2 Moot Court (II) 5 2 Insurance Law 5 2 Family Law 3 2
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- 27. BE PREPARED Campus Health Insurance ISLB’s spacious modern auditoriums, conference All international students are supposed to have halls, reading rooms and rich library guarantee suc- medical insurance valid in Lithuania for the study cessful learning and teaching. Wireless internet ac- period. cess is available in the school. There is also a mod- ern restaurant providing snacks and lunch. Students from EU countries are not required to have any special health insurance: European insur- Accommodation and Living Cost ance card or form E111 is valid in Lithuania. ISLB offers different accommodation options. One Students from non-EU countries applying for a of our partners is a new and modern student hos- temporary residence permit in Lithuania need to tel Gile, with prices from €170 per month. If stu- have a valid health insurance. dents desire to spend less, we can offer student dormitories at €100 per month. A committed team Health insurance costs approximately 400 Lt also helps in finding private accommodation. (€115) per year if you purchase it in Lithuania. Visa information Non-EU citizens have to apply for a visa before ar- rival to Lithuania at the official diplomatic mission of the Republic of Lithuania in their home country. ISLB issues mediation letters to all non-EU students and assists in dealing with the Migration Depart- ment of the Republic of Lithuania.
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- 29. LIVING IN VILNIUS Livingin Vilnius Transportation Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania, is a rapidly de- One-way ticket (local transport) €0.64 veloping multicultural city with the reputation of Monthly pass €24. one of the safest and friendliest cities in Europe. Taxi (5km within center) €3.81 Winding narrow streets of the Old Town carve Gasoline (1 liter) €1.16 mystery and magic into an urban landscape of baroque churches, grand avenues and classic halls Restaurants leaning on massive columns. All this is tucked into a small city centre which means there is a worth- Meal, inexpensive restaurant €6.25 while short stroll away anywhere you turn. Bars, Meal for 2, mid-range restaurant, three-course €18.22 nightclubs, cafes and restaurants scatter around the Combo meal at McDonalds or similar €3.76 city and hum with life. There are lively bars where Domestic beer (0.5 liter draught) €1.09 you can chill out in jeans and a T-shirt or lavish sa- Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) €1.92 lons where you can mingle and clink cocktails with Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) €0.55 Eastern European fashionistas. Markets Milk, 1 liter €0.63 Loaf of fresh bread €0.77 Eggs (12) €1.23 Fresh cheese (1kg) €5.73 Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless), (1kg) €6.93 Water (1.5 liter bottle) €0.63 Bottle of wine (mid-range) €4.65 Domestic beer (0.5 liter bottle) €0.73 Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) €1.00
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- 31. AMAZING FACTS ABOUTLITHUANIA AMAZING FACTS ABOUT LITHUANIA WELCOME TO LITHUANIA Expect history. Expect green. Expect warmth and affordable living. • Lithuania is a member of the European Union, the Schengen area and NATO. • At the end of the fourteenth century Lithuania was the largest country in Europe. • The Geographical Centre of Europe is 26 km north of Vilnius as determined by the National Institute of Geography in France. • Lithuania is a leader in biotechnologies, mechatronics, laser and information technologies, nanotechnologies and electronics. • Lithuania’s biotechnology sector has been assessed by global audit and business consulting company Ernst & Young as having no equals in Central and Eastern Europe. • Lithuania has over 10 laser technology companies developing and manufacturing laser- related products. About 75% of the production is exported to the USA, Japan, and the EU. • Lithuania has over a thousand IT companies with a steady rise in outputs and GDP share. • Lithuania is one of the few countries in the world where the most popular sport is basketball.
- 32. International School ofLaw and Business International Admissions Office International Relations Office 58 Laisves Avenue 58, LT-0512 Vilnius, Lithuania admissions@islb.eu international@islb.eu www.islb.eu info@islb.eu This publication is financed by the European Commission. It only conveys the attitude of the author, thus the European Commission may not be held responsible for the information presented in this publication.