MSc in International Economy and Business

Open for applications
Tuition €990,000 990 000 HUF/semester 1 980 000 HUF/year cca. 2 500 EUR/semester cca. 5 000 EUR/year
Country Hungary

About this program

What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.

About the programme

Turn global insight into strategic impact

The programme offers a comprehensive hybrid curriculum that combines rigorous international economic theory with practical business applications. This highly international, multidisciplinary programme will prepare you to solve complex, real-world problems and lead confidently across borders.

  • The programme is ranked 76th in the QS International Trade Rankings 2026.
  • It provides global exposure in a multicultural environment to support career success.
  • The flexible, modular learning structure comprises compulsory and elective courses tailored to global career goals.
  • The modular structure provides a strong foundation in economics, finance and business studies, complemented by hands-on training in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
  • It combines rigorous economic theory with practical business applications.
  • Earn a double degree from the University of Liège in Belgium or in the CEMS programme.
  • Essential soft skills are developed through practical coursework, while educational trips and company visits — to firms such as Suzuki, Bosch, and the Budapest Stock Exchange — bring classroom learning to life.

 


 

Program overview

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Program length

4 semesters (2 years)

How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.

Qualification level

Master

The academic level you will earn, such as Bachelor, Master, or PhD.

Country

Hungary

The country where this university is based.

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

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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

Open for applications
  1. Self-Funded Non-Hungarian Application Deadline International

    Final deadline for self-funded non-Hungarian candidates applying via the university portal. A non-refundable application fee (€95) applies.

  2. Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Application Deadline International

    Government-funded full scholarship covering tuition fees, monthly living stipend, accommodation allowance, and health insurance.

  3. Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship Deadline International

    Government scholarship open to international applicants of Hungarian heritage living outside Hungary.

  4. Written Exam & Oral Interview Assessment Period International

    Entrance assessment includes an in-house written exam (Type A - analytical, quantitative skills) and an oral interview on international trade and finance basics.

  5. Admission Decisions & Visa Acceptance Documents Issued International

    Final admission decisions released and official visa-supporting documents issued for D-type student visa processing.

  6. Fall Semester Commencement International

    Orientation week and official start of lectures for the 2026/2027 academic year.

2-year (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) full-time master's degree program offering double degree options (University of Liège, Belgium and CEMS). Tuition fee: €3,400 per semester (€6,800/year) for Non-EEA applicants, and ~€2,500/semester (990,000 HUF/semester) for EEA applicants. Requires at least 3 years of relevant professional experience prior to commencement.

About the university

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Corvinus University of Budapest is a private research university in Budapest, Hungary. The university currently has an enrolment of approximately 9,600 students, with a primary focus on business administration, economics, and social sciences, operating in