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International MBA
Transform into a Future-Ready Leader in Just One Year!
The International MBA is the one-year alternative to our two-year Full time MBA. This intensive programme is designed for those who want to gain a comprehensive knowledge of management on a fast track, so that they can take a career break for one year rather than two. The main target group for this programme are mid-level managers with at least three years of professional experience, or those who want to take their (family) business to the next level.
The programme also gives students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of fundamental business skills such as management, marketing, and finance, as well as topics such as future-oriented decision-making and the European economic policy environment.
The programme also focuses on developing the competences essential for leadership, such as problem solving, decision-making, collaboration and communication.
This programme is only available in English.
Programme name: International MBA
Programme award: Master, MSc
ECTS: 60
Language: English
Duration: 2 semesters (1 year)
Teaching hours: 20 hours/week
Start date: September 2025
Tuition fees (EEA):
1 500 000 Ft/semester
cca. 3 800 EUR/semester*
Tuition fees (Non-EEA):
4 500 EUR/semester
What will you study?
Core Modules*
- Leadership and management
- Marketing management
- Accounting and finance
- Operations and process management
- Economic foundations for innovative business solutions
- Business strategy in international context
- Future-ready decision making
- European economic policy and institutions
* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.
Benefits of our new programme
- The International MBA will accelerate your career while giving you the in-depth knowledge you need to become an international leader.
- The programme strengthens your practical experience and leadership skills, enabling you to tackle complex business challenges effectively.
- The course teaches innovative thinking and interdisciplinary problem solving, fostering successful international collaboration.
What makes the programme unique?
The unique feature of our International MBA programme is that it provides comprehensive and universal business and management knowledge along with the AMBA accreditation standards in one year. The programme is post-experience, so we are expecting prospective students with at least 3 years of professional experience. In addition, the programme is intensive and full-time, which allows our students to achieve maximum immersion in the curriculum and reach their goals quickly.
The programme has not yet been assessed by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee (HAC) or any other external quality assurance body.**
**Pursuant to Section 15 (1a) of Act CCIV of 2011 on National Higher Education, higher education institutions with a valid HAC accreditation are free to prepare the training and outcome requirements and the curriculum for master programmes in the field of study in which they have already obtained qualification. Pursuant to Section 67 (4c), the time limit to obtain an expert opinion is 3 years from the date of registration.
Application Requirements
- Completed bachelor/undergraduate degree
- GRE, GMAT, NMAT exams
- Meet minimum credit requirement
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For Hungarian Citizens
You can apply through felvi.hu, for more details switch to the Hungarian website.
Scholarships
There are two remarkable scholarship opportunities available to Non-EU international students:
- Stipendium Hungaricum (for non-EU nationals from over 70 countries)
- Diaspora scholarships (for international students with Hungarian ancestry).
Both scholarships entitle you to:
- Free tuition for the duration of your studies
- 43,700 HUF (approx. €120) per month for the duration of your studies (for living costs)
- University accommodation or an additional 40,000 HUF (approx. €110) per month for the duration of your studies (accommodation allowance)
- Medical insurance
Eligibility requirements apply, please click the button below for more information.
There are three ways to apply to Corvinus as an international student
Miklós Kozma
Programme Representative
Associate Professor
László Kacsirek
Programme Director
Associate Professor
From the Programme Director...
Welcome to the Corvinus full-time MBA programme! We are thrilled to have you join us on this transformative journey. Our programme is specifically designed for mid-level managers with a minimum of three years of work experience. This intensive, one-year programme is ideally suited for professionals ready to immerse themselves fully in their studies in the vibrant city of Budapest.
What sets our MBA apart is its unique blend of traditional business disciplines – finance, marketing, and human resources – integrated with four core themes that run throughout the programme:
- Complex problem solving
- Soft skill development
- Sustainability
- Quantitative methods
Our goal is to transform you into an ethical, responsible, and successful business leader. You will have the opportunity to work on real business assignments alongside practitioners, supported by experienced professors specializing in business, leadership, and sustainability. This transformative experience will leave a lasting impact on both your life and career.
In today’s global environment, we face numerous challenges from emerging disruptors, changing consumer needs, and rising ethical standards. Now, more than ever, it is crucial to upgrade your knowledge and skills with an MBA. The full-time MBA programme at Corvinus will help you navigate the complexities of contemporary business problems, achieve your personal development goals, enhance your professional numeracy, and manage your business with a focus on holistic sustainability.
Studying at a university with multiple accreditations in the liveable city of Budapest, you will gain invaluable professional insights from practitioners, deepen your understanding of emerging issues with respected professors, and expand your global personal network. Prepare to become a more complete professional, advance your career, and upgrade your skills and understanding of the world, both in business and beyond.
Accreditations and Rankings
#2 Best Business School
Eduniversal Eastern Europe rankings. 2020 (1st in 2019, 2nd in 2017, 2018)
#300-350 for Business and Management studies
Career Opportunities
The one-year International MBA prepares our students for management positions, especially at international level.
Corvinus offers International Business Projects in each semester which puts our students in direct cooperation with business leaders in different professional fields. This serves as a springboard to gain managerial jobs in our region after graduation in our programme.