Corvinus University of Budapest - Hungary

Overview:

• Founded in 1948 as the University of Economic Sciences
• Renamed Corvinus University of Budapest in 2004
• Ranked among the top 200 universities in the world in the field of Economics and Business by QS World University Rankings
• Accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee and the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR)
• Notable achievements:
  • Established the first Faculty of Business Administration in Hungary
  • Developed the first Hungarian MBA program
  • Launched the first Hungarian PhD program in Economics

Student Life:

• Extracurricular Activities:

  • Student clubs and organizations covering various interests, including sports, culture, and social issues
  • International student clubs
  • Volunteer opportunities

• Clubs and Sports Teams:

  • Sports teams in basketball, volleyball, soccer, and other sports
  • Dance and music clubs
  • Debate and public speaking clubs

• Student Support Services:

  • Counseling and psychological services
  • Career counseling and job placement assistance
  • Disability support services

• Campus Facilities:

  • Modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities
  • Library with over 500,000 volumes
  • Computer labs and research centers
  • Sports complex with a gym, swimming pool, and tennis courts

Academics:

• Academic Resources:

  • Faculty of Business Administration
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Informatics

• Faculty:

  • Highly qualified and experienced faculty with international research and teaching experience

• Teaching Methodologies:

  • Interactive lectures and seminars
  • Case studies and simulations
  • Project-based learning

• Academic Support Services:

  • Tutoring and mentoring programs
  • Writing center
  • Language learning center

• Unique Academic Programs or Initiatives:

  • International Business Administration program taught entirely in English
  • Dual degree programs with partner universities worldwide
  • Research centers specializing in various fields of economics and business

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Reputation and Rankings:

  • Ranked among the top 200 universities in the world in Economics and Business by QS World University Rankings
  • Accredited by international organizations

• Specialized Facilities:

  • State-of-the-art campus with modern facilities
  • Research centers and laboratories

• Industry Connections:

  • Strong partnerships with leading companies and organizations
  • Internship and job placement opportunities

• Notable Alumni:

  • Former Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán
  • Former President of the National Bank of Hungary, György Matolcsy
  • CEO of OTP Bank, Sándor Csányi

Services:

• Counseling:

  • Psychological counseling and support
  • Career counseling and job placement assistance

• Health:

  • Student health center
  • Health insurance coverage

• Housing:

  • On-campus dormitories
  • Off-campus housing assistance

• Library Resources:

  • Over 500,000 volumes
  • Access to online databases and journals

• Technology Support:

  • Computer labs and research centers
  • Wi-Fi access throughout campus

• Career Development:

  • Career counseling and job placement assistance
  • Internship and job fair opportunities
  • Alumni network