About this program
What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.
About the programme
Solve complex financial problems and support decision-making in the corporate world.
This CFA-affiliated programme trains professionals who understand financial processes in corporate, banking, and capital market sectors and are capable of preparing and making informed decisions. Alongside general financial knowledge, it offers in-depth expertise in financial products and develops strong quantitative skills. We recommend this programme to those aiming to work in the financial sector, equipped with solid theoretical and methodological knowledge.
What makes this program unique?
- The programme is ranked 63rd in the Financial Times’ Top 70 Masters in Finance global rankings and is the only programme from Hungary on the list. Based on the value-for-money criterion, it ranks an outstanding 14th on the list.
- As part of the CFA University Affiliation programme, students can master at least 70% of the curriculum of all three levels of the international Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification during their studies, and you may receive a scholarship for their CFA exam.
- Builds strong expertise in financial products and advanced computational skills alongside general finance knowledge
- The programme is taught by highly experienced and expert instructors in areas such as quantitative finance, banking risk management, corporate finance, and valuation.
- The Financial Laboratory (Finlab), equipped with Bloomberg and LSEG Workspace (earlier Refinitiv/Reuters), supports your training.
- We collaborate with major companies including BSE, Citibank, Deloitte, McKinsey, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, and OTP.
Program overview
Key facts about what you will study and how the program is delivered.
Program length
4 semesters (2 years)
How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.
Language requirement
English
This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.
Eligibility & requirements
Check whether your academic background matches what the university expects.
Entrance / admission test
Not required
No separate entrance test is listed for this program. The university may still review your academic profile and documents.
Admission intakes & deadlines
Application dates and milestones for each intake period. Deadlines may vary by applicant category.
September 2026 Intake
Classes start September 2026
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Self-Funded Non-Hungarian Application Deadline International
Main application deadline for self-funded non-Hungarian candidates applying via the DreamApply portal. Non-refundable application fee (€95) must also be paid by this date. (Note: Extended deadline for EU/EEA non-visa nationals is August 13).
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Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Application Deadline International
Government-funded full scholarship covering tuition fees, monthly living stipend, accommodation allowance, and health insurance.
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Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Application Deadline International
Government-funded full scholarship covering tuition fees, monthly living stipend, accommodation allowance, and health insurance.
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Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship Deadline International
Government scholarship open to international applicants of Hungarian heritage living outside Hungary.
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Written Exam & Oral Entrance Assessment Period International
Assessment period including the online written entrance exam (or GMAT/GRE exemption verification) and oral interviews (held July 15–17).
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Unconditional Offer Letters & Visa Supporting Documents Released International
Official admission decisions released by July 31 for visa-bearing candidates. Deposit/tuition payment required prior to visa letter issuance.
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Fall Semester Commencement International
Induction, orientation week, and formal commencement of lectures for the 2026/2027 academic year.
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