Master (MA&MSc)
Budapest

MA Political Economy

Corvinus University of Budapest
Start monthSeptember
Semesters4
Application periodSeptember 2027 intake
Application deadlineMay 25, 2027

Price

6 600
eur/year (2 semesters)

Course Description

Entry qualification
Undergraduate diploma (or higher)

Minimum credit requirements also apply and will be published soon.

‎If your qualifications are not in English or Hungarian, official translations will be required for all diplomas and transcripts into English or Hungarian.


You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.


Language requirements

Applicants must have a minimum B2 level of English.
The following secured English language tests with the minimum scores stated are accepted as proof:
Cambridge, FCE
IELTS, 6.0
TOEFL, 65
TOEFL iBT, 72
TOEIC, 785
Duolingo, 100


Overview
Choose the knowledge of leaders.

This is a brand new multi-discipline Master programme at Corvinus – combining distinct social sciences – Economics and Politics.

Through the development of theoretical and empirical skills you will gain a critical understanding of global political and economic issues.

You will learn how global economic and political events affect the lives of citizens as well as businesses and societies.

This is the first programme of its kind in Hungary. We offer a unique focus on our region – Central Eastern Europe. Graduates wishing to live and remain in the region will benefit from this perspective, whilst frameworks and cases can also be adapted and applied globally.

Being a multidisciplinary programme offers you a broad range of career possibilities, such Finance, consultancy, politics or journalism.

Entry requirements:
Undergraduate degree meeting minimum credit requirements (see above)
B2 Level English (see above)

Entrance exam: Yes
Type of entrance exam: Competency test, Oral (interview) – online
Entrance exam location: Online
Entrance exam description: We will evaluate your online application and supporting documents. Subject to paying the application fee, applicants will be contacted to participate in a competency test, then an online oral exam (interview).


Career opportunities
Career prospects include:
-Financial Analyst
-Risk Management Consultant
-Policy Advisor
-Project Manager
-Research Analyst

Program CV

LevelMaster (MA&MSc)
Start years2027
Start monthSeptember
Semesters4
Application periodSeptember 2027 intake
Application start dateOctober 6, 2026
Application deadlineMay 25, 2027
English levelB2
Language certificate requestedCambridge FCE, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 65, TOEFL iBT 72, TOEIC 785, Duolingo 100
Type of Entrance ExamCompetency test, Oral (interview) – online
CityBudapest
Budapest

Corvinus University of Budapest

Corvinus specializes in economics, business and social sciences. Its main building is Budapest's former Main Customs House, and about 20% of its 8,500 students are international.

Founded in 1920

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