Goals of the course

The aim of the course is to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills for developing a social enterprise and conducting research relevant for the business and compiling a master's thesis related to the development work.

Content of the course

Principles for compiling the master's thesis and requirements for it. The theme of the thesis, the choice of the appropriate theories and methods of conducting the research or project development work and its reasons. Sampling principles.  Dissemination of the research/project, theoretical reference framework, goal setting and the formulation of research questions. Master thesis planning, choice of research method/project development method, preparation of research/project. 

Independent work

(1) preparing and presenting the proposed master's thesis plan; (2) study literature, theoretical framework of the research and its presentation. 

program

WHAT IS

Social Entrepreneurship MA Program?

The Social Entrepreneurship programme utilises project-based learning methods where students are working in small, multidisciplinary groups, creating their own projects, mastering theories and knowledge while doing development work.

The programme is intended to be a creative hub, where students not only participate in an academic education but Tallinn University serves as a pre-incubator of new, creative initiatives that might be realized with the help of Estonian e-residency and a very supportive e-government system. Tallinn University’s social entrepreneurship programme pays special attention to ICT supported e-services, digital technology, governance and business solutions relying on the innovative context of Estonia and bringing this creative atmosphere closer to welfare programmes.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Why choose the program?

The programme is intended to be a creative hub, where students not only participate in an academic education but Tallinn University serves as a pre-incubator of new, creative initiatives that might be realized with the help of Estonian e-residency and a very supportive e-government system.

Benefits

Benefit from the Estonian e-services and digital opportunities
Project-based studies and international practitioners
Opportunity to create and develop and organisation with a positive societal and entrepreneurial impact
Possibility to cooperate with inspirational course mates from various cultural contexts and disciplines
Opportunity to participate in incubation programs global cooperation projects, international networks

What we offer?

Estonia’s advanced digital systems
The only curriculum for Social Entrepreneurship in the region providing an academic degree
Project-based learning method
Mandatory internship providing you with  practical experience and networking before graduation
Interdisciplinary approach
International student body and study environment
Broad career prospects

Who are we looking for?

Leaders

Entrepreneurs, community developers and leaders who would like to increase their organisation’s positive impact in the society.

Specialists

From the welfare, social and other areas who would like to develop sustainable services.

Individuals

Active individuals who would like to become social entrepreneurs.