MSc in Management and Leadership  with CEMS

About the programme

Two internationally ranked degrees in one.

• Automatic enrollment in CEMS programme: Once admitted, you are automatically enrolled in the global #4 CEMS programme.
• Top-ranked school: Corvinus is ranked among the best schools for teaching, according to CEMS student evaluations.
• Dual degrees: Earn two degrees in one:
  • The CEMS Master’s
  • Corvinus’s Master’s in Management and Leadership (MiML), which has been ranked several times by the Financial Times since 2005.
• Alumni networks: Upon graduation, you will join two prestigious alumni groups:
  • The CEMS alumni network, with 20,000 members from 100+ nationalities working in 75+ countries.
  • The Corvinus Management and Leadership alumni network, which has a 30-year track record of advancing top Hungarian and regional companies by training future leaders.
• Comprehensive curriculum: The program connects key elements of management—strategy, processes, and technology—with leadership aspects like innovation, organisational culture, and motivation.
• Focus on digital transformation: Explore new business models, agile organizations, and future-proof HR processes in today’s digital world.
• Ideal for recent graduates: This program is the perfect next step for recent graduates with business-related degrees. A strong academic background in business is required (please see the credit requirements below).
• Comprehensive knowledge: Gain a thorough understanding of both basic and advanced management skills, extending beyond specialised content.

Who is this programme for?

The Corvinus Management and Leadership (MiML+CEMS) programme is designed for global talents who strive for excellence. The success of our students in international case study competitions, the international publications of our lecturers, and the meaningful careers of our thousands of alumni indicate that the MiML+CEMS programme meets the requirements of top international schools: that is why MiML welcomes those who stand out and are open to the next, demanding stage on the path to their responsible leadership career.

We welcome applications from those who are already familiar with the basic concepts of business and economics, but would like to develop into a strategic thinker and implementer, by mastering the tools of a global business leader. Apply if you want to gain a holistic understanding of how management (strategy, processes, technology) and leadership (innovation, organisational culture, and motivation) work together. You will also develop your soft skills – such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.”

In accordance with the national entry requirements for the master’s degree in Management and Leadership, we must conduct a credit recognition procedure for all applicants, with the exception of those who have completed BSc in Business and Management accredited in Hungary. During the credit recognition process, applicants must prove that they have earned 15 credits in methodology (mathematics, statistics, IT), 10 credits in economics, 15 credits in business (e.g., accounting, finance, marketing), 10 credits in social sciences, and 10 credits in management (e.g., management, HR, strategic planning). Some of the missing credits can be made up during the first year of the program.

Examinations

Students will encounter a variety of assessment methods. Nearly half of the compulsory courses are graded by exam (oral or written), while the other half are graded by coursework completed during the semester. For most courses, part of the grade can be earned during the semester through class participation, team projects and presentations.

Traineeships

An 8-week mandatory international internship is compulsory for the CEMS diploma. 

CEMS Master in International Management​

Take part in one of the world’s leading business programmes. As a CEMS Master in International Management student, you will spend one semester at one of the 33 leading business schools participating in the CEMS network. Through projects, skills development seminars, and career programmes, you will gain access to more than 70 CEMS corporate partners. With your CEMS degree, you will become part of a global alumni network of 20,000 people. By enrolling in the Management and Leadership (in English) programme, you will automatically become part of this exceptional international opportunity.​