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ISM has strong International roots, as it was founded by the BI Norwegian Business School. We are a small and open community which promises you to treat you as our own students, provide you support when you need it, help you in your studies path, advise you when you ask and share with you some fun experience about our beautiful country.
For your attendance please check the possibilities, which you can explore at ISM: various students clubs, friendly library area, ESN ISM community and much more! Do not be afraid to ask, to be confused or to share your opinion, feel at ISM as at your home!
International studies office is here to advise you:
Dear International Students,Welcome at ISM University of Management and Economics!
On behalf of International Studies Office team,
Monika KondratavičiūtėTeam Leader of International Studies
Marija RinkevičiūtėIncoming Exchange
Coordinator
Simona PuidokienėMigration Coordinator
Vaiva ŠermukšnytėOutgoing Exchange
Coordinator
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ISM in a Nutshell
ISM International community
ISM Today
ISM University of Management and Economics was established in 1999 as the first privately owned University in Lithuania. The main founders of ISM are the BI Norwegian Business School (Norway), the largest business school in Europe, and the Innovation Norway (former Norwegian Industrial and Regional Development Fund).
ISM University of Management and Economics is becoming more and more international each year attracting students from all over the world.
Being open to the best global experience has been important for ISM ever since it was founded. ISM was the first in Lithuania to introduce the Western tradition of business studies. Today the university not only draws on this knowledge, it also supplies the international community with information about the dynamic business environment of the Baltic States.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT ISM
• Full time degree seeking (bachelor or master) students.
• Non-degree students with free mover status, coming to study at ISM usually for one semester.
• Exchange students (Erasmus, Nordplus and Bilateral exchange students) coming to study at ISM for one or two semesters.
• Double Degree students - coming to study at ISM for one academic year in order to achieve two diplomas - their home university’s and the one of ISM at the end of their studies.
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Exchange andDouble Degree Students
Welcome weekIt takes place a week before the beginning of each semester and it helps you to settle into University life. Participation is mandatory.
Our programme events will introduce you to your buddies, international coordinators, academic advisors and student life. With the help of Erasmus Student Network and your buddies, your transition will be easy and fun, and definitely unforgettable.
Regularly check your email. You will receive Welcome week programme and other important information 2 - 3 weeks prior the event takes place.
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Checklist
BEFORE ARRIVAL: Check if you have received the Admission letter.
Make sure you found a place to stay. (If not, contact [email protected])
Make sure you have a valid insurance / EU Health Card.
Make sure you have a valid passport / ID card.
Make sure you made your visa arrangements. (If in doubt, contact [email protected])
Contact your buddy.
FIRST DAYS AT ISM:• Participate in the Welcome Week events.
• Attend the Academic Seminar during the Welcome week. Participation is mandatory.
• Make sure to change your courses during the first two weeks - after that no changes are going to be accepted.
BEFORE YOU GO HOME:• Make sure you passed all the exams before you go home
– no remote exams are organized.
• If you have any documents that need to be signed – bring them to the International Office for approval.
• The Transcript of Records with your final exam grades will be sent directly to your home university one month after the official end of the semester.
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Academic matters
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Academic Information
Bachelor exchange students have the exam session arranged in mid-December so the exchange semester is finished before Christmas Holidays. In case of failed exams, students must be present in January as well, since the retake exams are organized in the second half of January.For spring semester there are no earlier exam session, students take their exams along with regular students. Retake exams are organized in the second half of June.Exam session schedules are announced a month before the start of the exam session. Timetables are announced 2 weeks before the beginning of the semester.
All master courses are intensive courses with the exams held right after each course, therefore there is no regular exam session for master students.
Master classes are held weekday evenings starting 17:45. Some classes maybe scheduled on Saturdays as well.Timetables are announced 2 weeks before the beginning of the semester.
INFORMATION FOR BACHELOR EXCHANGE STUDENTS:
INFORMATION FOR MASTER EXCHANGE STUDENTS:
Some of the master courses start only in January. Please check the timetables.
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Students are registered to courses by ISM international studies coordinators. All the courses have quotas for international students therefore students are registered on the first come first serve basis - the quicker student sends the Learning Agreement, the better are the chances to get the seat in the preferred course. If the preferred course is full, the student receives an e-mail stating the cancellation of the Learning Agreement, therefore student has to choose different courses and upload updated Learning Agreement to online application system.
After the timetable is sent to you, you shall be able to see whether the courses you have chosen overlap with one another, or not. In case it does, you may need to change some of your courses.
Students with disabilities are advised to contact their coordinator at International Office of ISM to discuss their need for support as soon as possible. If you are coming under the Erasmus exchange programme you are encouraged to seek extra scholarships at your home university to cover any costs related to your special needs.
REGISTRATION TO COURSES
CHANGING YOUR COURSES
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
You will have first two weeks to change your courses.Please note that you can only change courses with an important reason, like overlappings in the timetable or specific academic requirements of your home university.
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Programme DirectorsYou can contact a programme director regarding the content of programmes, electives, quality of the subjects, internship and bachelor or master thesis.
Prof. Dr. Vida Škudienė Innovation and
Technology [email protected]
Room 206
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lineta Ramonienė
International Marketing and Management
DPhil candidate Tomoyuki Hashimoto
Financial [email protected]
Room 205
Dr. Dominyka VenciūtėBusiness Management
and Analytics [email protected]
Room 202
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vincentas Vobolevičius Economics and Politics
Dr. Jonathan Boyd Industrial
Technology [email protected]
Room 205
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Asta Klimavičienė
Room 202
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maik Huettinger
International Business and Communication
Prof. Dr. Tadas Šarapovas
Room 202
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BA Programme Managers
MA Programme Manager
Ieva Umbražūnė
Business Management and Analytics, Industrial Technology Management, Economics, Economics and Politics
Lina Rimeikytė
International Business and Communication, Finance
You can contact programme managers regarding timetables, exam sessions, requests and other administrative matters.
Admission hours: 08:00-12:00 | 14:00-17:00 | Room 312A
Rimantė Mitrikaitė-Vitkūnienė
Senior Programme Manager of Master Studies
+370 615 60988 [email protected]
Room 311
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Internal systems
E-MAIL SYSTEM (webmail.ism.lt) We send all important information via ISM e-mail so check your student mailbox regularly!
MY ISM SYSTEM (my.ism.lt) Timetable, grades, financial information, personal data, exchange admissions, references
References – order your reference through my.ism.lt system and take it from study office or download it from my.ism.lt portal. You will be informed when it is ready via e-mail. Usually it takes up to two working days.
E-LEARNING SYSTEM (elearning.ism.lt) Learning material, forms of requests, all studies related documents
HELPDESK (helpdesk.ism.lt ) Reporting problems, changing password, connecting to “eduroam” Wifi network
MyQ SYSTEM Printing/copying – MyQ vouchers are sold at ISM Library
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Academic schedule for graduate studies
Fall semester*Welcome Week - Last week of August
Examinations*Exam retakes may be planned
Examinations*Exam retakes may be planned
*Welcome Week - Last week of January
Christmas Holidays
Summer Holidays
DURATION DATES
20 weeks
2 weeks
5 weeks
20 weeks
1 week
2 months
1st of September - 31st of January
For ERASMUS students: first two weeks of DecemberFor fulltime international students: Mid - December - 23rd of December
Last two weeks of May - first three weeks of June
First week of February - last week of June
24th of December - 1st of January
First week of July - last week of August
We strongly recommend not to plan your holidays during the semester because academic class work, independent work, exams and their retakes are ONLY organised according to announced timetables.
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International full time students
Welcome day
Checklist
Welcome Day is event organized for everyone who starts their studies at ISM, during which students are introduced to the academic and social life of the university. There are academic information, orientation games, picnic and social gatherings during that day. Check your e-mail for more information. Welcome day schedule is available 2 - 3 weeks prior the event takes place.
BEFORE ARRIVAL: Check if you have signed the contract with ISM.
Make sure you found a place to stay. (If not yet, contact [email protected])
Make sure you have valid insurance / EU Health Card.
Make sure you have a valid passport / ID card.
Make sure you made your visa arrangements. (If in doubt, contact [email protected])
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Students cards
ISM Library
There are two student cards available for you - ISIC and ESN cards and they off er various discounts.
ISIC
This card acts as an official student card in Lithuania. Up to 50% discount on the Lithuanian public transport, plus various other discounts.
• For more information please see www.isic.org, get ISIC card at ISM Library.
ESN
This card offers various discounts in all the EU countries, 15% discount on Ryanair flights.
• For information about benefits and where to get the card please see www.esnlithuania.org
Get the books, use the reading rooms, find films and use the online databases - if you need any help in getting around the ISM library.
CONTACT INFO:
Arklių Str. 18 - 101
+370 5 212 3958
WORKING HOURS:
Monday - Friday 08.00 - 21.00
Saturday 10.00 - 18.00
FIRST DAYS AT ISM:• Participate in the Welcome Day - event designed for all new students of
ISM.
• Every study programme at ISM has it’s own study director, who is going to be your academic advisor and a study manager, who is going to be your administrative advisor. Make sure you get to know them.
• Make sure to familiarize with timetables, academic requirements as well as rules and regulations of ISM.
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Career opportunities
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Career opportunities
6career consultations
5 apply for internship
4volunteer
3 get CV consultation
2find a mentor | idialogue.lt
1 attend career events
Neringa Lukošiūtė
Career Center ManagerRoom 312B
Get all information at ISM Career Centerwww.ism.lt/career
Professional careerafter your studies at ISMStudents holding EU citizenship can work part time in Lithuania without any restrictions.
Non-EU citizens are requested to get work permit which are issued by Lithuanian Labour Exchange office (www.uzt.lt) under the request of the employer.
According to the law, graduates can stay for another 6 months after the graduation to search for a job or other study/business/volunteering opportunities in Lithuania.
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Exceptional invitations, internship/job proposals
ISM Mentoring project
By sharing experiences, insights and recommendations, mentor will help you to succeed not only faster but more productively - increasing competitiveness, raising competence, expanding the network, exploring new opportunities.
ISM alumni are willing to share their knowledge with you!
Join the project and find your mentor at idialogue.lt
of world’s most successful leaders distinguished Mentor as a key factor in their career.
Visit the career center section at ISM webpage where you will find proposals from companies only for ISM students!
Check your mailbox for weekly newsletter from Career Center. You will receive most important and interesting information directly to your student mailbox.
Don’t miss the interesting events and other opportunities, check Career Center board on the 1st floor near the reception.
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Consultations for future entrepreneurs
ISM students have an exceptional opportunity to get free consultations from the profesional team of the revenue accelerator 70Ventures.
Areas of Consulting:
Per Møller Managing Partner
Accounting, Financials, HR, Management, Legal
Jean-Baptiste DaguenePartner
B2B Sales, Startup scaling, Negotiation
Gytenis GalkisPartner
How to start and how to fail, Product development, Execution
For more information contact Career Center
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ISM Student clubs and organizations
ISM Students‘ Association
AIESEC ISM
ISM Marketing Group
ISM Debating Society
ISM Investors Club
ISM Golf Club
They stand for your interests in university and nationwide, search for solutions of academic and social problems, organize cultural, entertaining events and conferences.
AIESEC - international youth-run organization who tries to reach `peace and fulfillment of humankind`s potential`. Here you can learn not only sales and project management, but also to discover who you are and make yourself a leader!
Here you will be able to represent ISM university, improve public speaking skills, organize various events and be the ambassador of ISM.
ISM Debate Club is a community which practice the art of argumentation, debating, public speaking and leadership. Members of the club actively participate in debates’ tournaments around Lithuania and Europe.
This club is focused on helping students to learn more about investing in crypto, bonds, stocks, FOREX, etc. The main goal of the club is to broaden students’ knowledge about investment field and to help them develop practical investment skills as well as test them in the markets.
The only university golf club in Lithuania. The members are motivated ISM students, who are united by golf. They train at the European Centre Golf Club, attend golf tournaments, spread the word about ISM university and golf.
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For further information and questions contact [email protected]
Can‘t find the activity which you would like to pursue? Contact ISM Career Center and we will help you to establish
a new club to maximize your university experience!
ISM Chess Club
ISM Vocal Ensemble „Voicity“
ISM Tennis Club
ESN ISM
ISM Football Club
ISM Volleyball Club
ISM Chess club meets weekly to play and study chess. Here you can meet new (intelligent!) people, have interesting conversations and take part in socializing events. Players of all strengths are welcome!
This ensemble can easily be referred to as controversial, fearless and original. It organizes performances in the ISM university and also outside its’ walls.
The purpose of this group is to gather all members of the ISM community who enjoy playing, watching and discussing tennis.
ESN ISM invites you to become a part of Erasmus family! Join ESN ISM team or apply as a buddy for exchange students and enjoy the time surrounded by different cultures, improve your soft skills and grow your International Network.
The mission is to help ISM community members who are interested in playing/watching football to find the opportunity to play football with like-minded people.
ISM Volleyball Club is a place to have fun, to gain and improve skills. Members of this club involve everyone from ISM community who is interested in volleyball regardless of their level, so feel free to join!
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Counselling and psychological wellbeingUniversity provides psychological counseling for students who want to overcome their present difficulties and learn to tackle similar problems in the future.
The issues for counseling in most cases relate to:• Uncertainty caused by the need to take important
decisions
• Personal and interpersonal difficulties
• Strong feeling of sadness, anxiety, fears
• Problems at work or studies
• Stressful events (divorce, loss of the joy of life, and other unpleasant experiences)
• Lack of self-confidence
If you want to have a consultation, you can register through e-learning system or email.
Consultations are provided in English, Russian and Lithuanian languages.
Anicetas SuchockisRoom 109
+370 5 [email protected]
Birutė Ruplytė+370 616 242 12
Russian and Lithuanian consultations English consultations
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Campus plan
1st building - rooms: 102, 207, 209, 210, 212, 309, 310, 407, 408, 410, 411, 412, 501, Administration and Academic staff, Library, SA, ESN, Student Lounge
2nd building - room 1133rd building - rooms: 114A, 114B, 114C, 213, 214Innobase
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Living in Lithuania
Introduction
Climate
Useful resources
Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania and the geographic center of Europe. It is modern European capital with its own distinctive ambiance, a unique blend old and new, traditional and cutting edge. With the population of just over half a million it makes it easy to have a comfortable and sustainable living in Vilnius. ISM University of Management and Economics, located right in the heart of the city offers students the comfort of reaching the main sights and places within the walking distance and gives students an opportunity to enjoy the best of Lithuanian capital without having to commute long distances.
Lithuania has a mix of maritime and continental climate, meaning winters are quite cold and summers are warm. It can get as low as -25 degrees in winter time, therefore do not forget to pack warm clothing! Raincoats and umbrellas are always a good idea in Lithuania, no matter the season.
Your best Vilnius guidewww.inyourpocket.com/vilnius
A mix of nationals and internationals discussing loads of practical things related to living in Lithuania:
„Foreigners in Vilnius“
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Living in Lithuania
Communication
Money
Opening a bank account
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Top ExchangeGeležinkelio St. 6, Vilnius€
Even though it is easy to communicate with your peers on social media platforms it may still be a good idea to have a Lithuanian phone number.
Even though you can use ATM’s to withdraw the money, you may also want to open a bank account here.If you decide to do so, remember to always have your ID card with you when going to the bank. If you decide to open the bank account, you will need to bring your ID, student card (ISIC) and Student status confirmation (Order it via MY.ISM system).
• Please note that most banks are open on weekdays until 17:00
YOU CAN REACH ISM INTERNATIONAL OFFICE:+370 5 212 3960
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:
CURRENCY CURRENCY EXCHANGE 24/7
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Accommodation
Getting around Vilnius
Please be aware that ISM does not have it’s own dormitories, therefore it is students’ responsibility to find a place to stay. However, ISM housing assistants are always ready to help – please fill in the form with your accommodation preferences on www.ism.lt/en/ accommodation and ISM housing managers will get back to you.
Most students choose to live in shared apartments in central Vilnius with fellow students. If you would like to find an accommodation on your own, please check the information below:
The biggest real estate websitewww.aruodas.lt
Facebook groups:
IknowaflatinVilnius
Erasmus Vilnius searching flatmates
The best way to understand Vilnius public transport system is by using the Trafi app.
It is easy and cheap to rent the bike and go wherever you need to be. www.cyclocity.lt
CityBee has hundreds of cars for rent around Vilnius city center. www.citybee.lt
Reach any location in Vilnius fast and easy with Uber app.
Trafi
Cyclo City
CityBee
Uber
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Health
CounsellingIf you are having any health problems and you find it complicated finding the right medical institution or doctors speaking English, please always contact the ISM International office, we will do the best we can in order to help you and make you feel better.
Erasmus Vilnius searching flatmates
CLINICS
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
PHARMACIES 24/7
PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING CONTACT
Sauletekio klinikaVilnius General clinicwhich can help you withthe primary consultationsAntakalnio str. 38,www.sauletekioklinika.lt
EurovaistinėMindaugo Str. 11
Medical diagnostic and treatment centrePrivate clinicGrybo str. 32Awww.medcentras.lt
EurovaistinėUkmergės Str. 282
Centro PoliklinikaVilnius GeneralPublic hospitalPylimo Str. 3,www.pylimas.lt
BenuŽirmūnų Str. 64
Anicetas Suchockis*in russianRoom [email protected]+370 5 2123960
Birutė Ruplytė*in english+370 616 242 [email protected]
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Leisure
Vilnius is recognised by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful cities of Europe with the largest Baroque old town in Northern and Central Europe. The Old Town, surrounded by excellent landscape blends in harmony of the heritage of the past and present achievements, science and culture. Vilnius is the centre of our country’s spiritual, cultural, religious and political life.
You can find galleries, street art, lots of cafes, restaurants and boutiques in Užupis.
Is the biggest park in Vilnius, perfect way to spend a day having a picnic, fun time or doing sports.
Places to see in Vilnius
The Republic of Užupis Vingis Park
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Leisure
Masterpiece of the Gothic period, unquestionably one of the city’s most famous landmarks.
A symbol of Lithuania. Climb the hill and enjoy the magnificent panorama of Vilnius city.
Find your next adventure
St. Anne’s church Gediminas Hill
Not just a symbol of Vilnius, but also a monument for the national identity.
Check Foursquare app to find more awesome places around you.
CAC (ŠMC In Lithuanian) Exhibition Hall, Cinema and a cafe, representing postmodern art.
Hill of three crosses Contemporary Art Centre
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A land of forests, lakes and beautiful national parks Lithuania is recognised as one of Europe’s gems. Southernmost of the three Baltic states, it’s a pocket-sized country that’s a nature-lover’s delight, yet lacks nothing in urban excitement.With its thriving art scene, cultural life, fascinating architecture and beautiful nature, Lithuania is an excellent place to be.
The ancient capital of pagan Lithuania based on the picturesque bank of the River Neris.
The peninsula separating the Baltic Sea and Curonian Lagoon it has stunning nature and best beaches.
There are about 200,000 crosses made of everything from wood to metal.
Historical capital of Vilnius surrounded by beautiful nature with the medieval castle on an island.
Places to visit in Lithuania
Kernavė
Curonian Spit
What’s your next trip? Visit www.lietuva.lt
Hill of crosses
Trakai Historical National Park
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Lithuanian cuisine features the products suited to its cool and moist northern climate: barley, potatoes, rye, beets, greens, and mushrooms are locally grown, and dairy products are one of its specialties. Since it shares its climate and agricultural practices with Eastern Europe, Lithuanian cuisine has much in common with other Eastern European and Jewish cuisines. Nevertheless, it has its own distinguishing features, which were formed by a variety of influences during the country’s long and difficult history. Most popular of all in Lithuania is pork and potatoes. Lithuanians just love bacon!
Big potato dumplings with pork filling and bacon on top.
Cold beetroot soup.
Comes with sour cream souce and/or pork filling.
Pastries traditionally comes with mutton and onion filling.
Lithuanian Food
Dishes to try:
Cepelinai
Šaltibarščiai
Potato pancakes
Kibinai
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Notes
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ISM University of Management and Economics
Arklių str. 18Vilnius, Lithuania
ISM International Office
Contact us:Tel. +370 5 212 3960 [email protected]
Join us:
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