Bachelor's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) (3 Years)

This is a three-year, six-semester Bachelor of Business Administration taught entirely in English at the University of Georgia in Tbilisi, covering the core of management, finance, marketing and economics. The shorter structure means you enter the job market or a master's programme a year earlier than on a four-year degree, at a tuition level of $4,500 a year in a city where day-to-day costs stay modest.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Bachelor's degree
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $4,500 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

It suits school leavers who already know they want a business career and would rather compress the degree into three years than spend four. It works well if you plan to move into a one-year or two-year master's afterwards. It suits you less if you want a heavily quantitative economics or engineering-style education, if you need extensive laboratory work, or if you prefer a slower pace with lighter semester loads.

What you study

Principles of management, organisational behaviour and human resource management
Financial and managerial accounting, plus corporate finance fundamentals
Microeconomics and macroeconomics applied to business decisions
Marketing, consumer behaviour and market research methods
Business statistics, data analysis and quantitative decision tools
Business law, ethics, entrepreneurship and a capstone or thesis project

Where it leads

Junior roles in sales, marketing coordination or account management
Financial analyst assistant, accounts or audit support in a firm or company
Operations, logistics or supply chain coordinator
HR administration and recruitment support roles
Founding or joining a small business, including in Georgia's growing services sector
Progression to an MBA or specialised master's in finance, marketing or management; as an English-taught Georgian bachelor's degree, it is generally used for further study abroad, though you should confirm how your target university or employer treats a three-year degree

What it costs

Tuition is $4,500 per year, so roughly $13,500 across the three years. Living in Tbilisi typically costs $300–450 a month depending on whether you share a flat and how often you eat out, which adds around $3,600–5,400 a year. Budget separately for your flight, residence permit and health insurance.

What the university asks for

The University of Georgia asks for your high school certificate and A-Level certificates, a clear scan of your passport, and evidence of English language proficiency where this applies to you. Documents usually need to be translated and legalised for use in Georgia. The next intake is Spring 2026, so prepare and submit your file well ahead of the semester start.

High School & A-Level Certificates
Passport Scan
Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

Questions students ask

Why is this BBA three years rather than four?

The programme is built over six semesters with a concentrated core of business subjects, so you finish a year earlier. It carries a full bachelor's qualification. If you plan to study further, check whether your intended master's programme accepts three-year bachelor's degrees, as some systems prefer four.

Do I need an English test to apply?

Evidence of English language proficiency is requested if applicable to your situation. Applicants who studied their secondary education in English are often assessed differently. The university may also use an internal English assessment or interview, so confirm what applies to your background before you submit.

Can I work part-time in Tbilisi while studying?

Many international students take part-time work, often in hospitality, tutoring or remote freelance roles, and English is useful in Tbilisi's service and IT sectors. Rules depend on your residence permit status, so check current conditions rather than relying on income to cover the $4,500 tuition.