We are pleased to announce that admissions are now open for the bachelor’s program Business Administration. Our three-year, full-time program is built on a North American learning approach that emphasizes critical thinking, active participation, and continuous engagement. Students learn through discussions, case studies, real-life projects, and close collaboration with faculty, creating a dynamic and interactive study environment. This modern, experience-based learning style strengthens analytical thinking, enhances problem-solving skills, and equips students with the confidence to tackle complex business challenges in an ever-changing global environment. In [...]

Riga Business School (RBS) has opened applications for its annual Greenhouse program - an intensive three-week experience designed for high school students who want to develop their business and technology skills, explore the RBS study environment, and try their hand at real-world projects. The program will take place from January 17 to February 7, 2026, and participation is free of charge. Greenhouse is an introductory program in which high school students experience the RBS bachelor-level study approach - practical learning, teamwork, and working on challenges provided [...]

Students from Riga State Gymnasium No. 1 came out on top at this year’s “Riga Puzzle Day,” a logic and problem-solving competition held last week at the Fantodroms conference centre. The event brought together 320 students from the 11th and 12th grades of Riga’s secondary schools, with 109 teams competing for the highest score. The team from Riga Secondary School No. 22 finished second overall. On Friday, November 7, more than 300 students spent three hours tackling ten logic and knowledge-based challenges. The tasks are [...]

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?Do you want to become a leader who can confidently make strategic decisions, drive change, and see the bigger picture in the business world? We invite you to the Riga Business School (RBS) Open Door Day, where you’ll discover how the Professional MBA and Executive MBA can become your ticket to growth and new opportunities! 📅 Date: November 13, 2025🕕 Time: 18:00 – 19:00📍 Location: 6 Ķīpsalas street, Riga Join our Open Door Day and find [...]

A total of 106 teams and 316 students from Riga’s general education schools have signed up for “Riga Puzzle Day”, a large logic-based competition taking place on 7 November at the event venue Fantadroms. The game is inspired by a popular format developed at Harvard University. Teams work through a series of logic challenges, testing how well they can think critically and solve problems under pressure. Over the past few years the idea has gained traction in Latvia’s secondary schools and has already taken place [...]

Riga Business School (RBS) invites potential bachelor’s level students to its Open Door Day on December 6 at 12:00, offering an opportunity to learn more about the study environment, academic approach, and the people who make up the RBS community.  During the event, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of studies based on North American education standards, implemented in cooperation with the University at Buffalo (USA) and the University of Ottawa (Canada). This approach  ensures internationally recognized academic quality, emphasizing project-based learning, critical thinking, and leadership development, preparing students for successful global careers.  The day’s program will begin at Zunda Krastmala 8, auditorium 108, with a welcome address from the RBS Director and a presentation by the Student Union about student life and [...]

This autumn marks 25 years since Riga Business School (RBS) at Riga Technical University, in cooperation with the University at Buffalo (USA), established Latvia’s first master’s program for senior executives – the Executive MBA (Master of Business Administration). The program’s mission is to provide senior leaders in business, public administration, and organizations with internationally recognized knowledge and skills that foster professional growth and contribute to the development of society as a whole. Since its inception, nearly 200 executives have graduated from the Executive MBA program. [...]

Kristaps Banga has over 20 years of experience in business management, change management consulting, innovation, sales and marketing. He excels in driving business growth, transformation, and innovation strategy development. Since 2023, Kristaps leads Accenture global Space Innovation’s go-to-market activities in Europe, developing integrated strategies and enhancing business performance. He has held key roles at Carlsberg Group, MTG, Peugeot, and TET, and founded several companies. He holds a Bachelor’s in Economics (Ventspils University College), a Master’s in Marketing (University of Latvia), and currently is a [...]

Researchers’ Night 2025: Riga Business School Joins for the First Time  This year, for the very first time, Riga Business School (RBS) at RTU will open its doors as part of researchers’ Night. On 26 September from 17:30 to 20:30, children, students, families, and industry professionals are invited to take part in engaging activities that will test teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity—while also exploring the latest artificial intelligence solutions and their applications in business.  By participating in at least two activities, visitors will have the chance [...]

Riga Business School is inviting applications for the Mentoring Program 2025, designed to connect our alumni community with current students in order to foster career and personal growth. The program provides a valuable opportunity for: Mentors to give back to the community, inspire future leaders, and expand their own professional network. Mentees to learn from experienced RBS alumni, receive guidance, and gain encouragement for their career steps. 📅 The deadline for applications is October 10, 2025. 👉 Apply now to secure your place: This is [...]