Corvinus is Hungary's leading business university, with AACSB accreditation. This English-taught MSc blends business strategy with data analytics, machine learning, and decision science — at a fraction of Western European fees.
Corvinus is Hungary's leading business university and holds AACSB accreditation — a mark held by the world's top business schools. This English-taught MSc blends business strategy with data analytics, machine learning, and decision science, preparing you for analytics roles across Budapest's professional-services hub and the wider EU.
See how this programme compares with business analytics & data degrees at other universities we work with.
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvinus University ★ This programme | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Master's | 2 years | €4,500 |
| King's College London QS #31 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £33,000 |
| IE University Top-ranked | 🇪🇸 Spain | Master's | 1 year | €41,000 |
| University of Manchester QS #35 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £29,500 |
| ELTE University QS ~584 | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Bachelor's | 3 years | €3,200 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
| Academic | Bachelor's in business, economics, or a quantitative field | |
| English | IELTS 6.0 or equivalent | |
| Hungarian | Not required — programme taught in English | |
| Documents | Transcripts, CV, motivation letter, passport | |
Not sure you meet these? We offer foundation and pathway routes — your counsellor will find the right one.
Average starting salary in Budapest
Post-study job-seeking residence permit
Internationally accredited degree
Hungarian Government scholarship available
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | €4,500 |
| Application fee | One-time | ~€100–150 |
| Deposit | Before enrolment/visa | First semester tuition |
Indicative figures for September 2026 entry. Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders pay €0 tuition. Your counsellor confirms exact fees and matches every scholarship you qualify for — at no cost.
Hungary is one of Europe's most generous destinations for scholarships — led by the fully-funded Stipendium Hungaricum. Your counsellor will match you with every award you qualify for and handle the applications.
Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost to you.
Tuition in Hungary is already low by European standards. If scholarships don't fully cover your costs, these options help bridge the gap.
International students may work up to 24 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays. Typical student pay is HUF 1,500–2,500/hour (≈€4–6.50) in hospitality, retail, and tutoring.
A uniquely Hungarian channel that manages student employment with simplified payroll and tax — making short-term and entry-level roles easy to pick up without setting up your own arrangements.
Most students meet the ≈€500/month living-funds requirement through family savings or a sponsor declaration, shown alongside any scholarship award.
Budapest is one of Europe's most affordable capital cities — rich in culture, with excellent public transport and a large international student community.
One of Europe's most affordable capital cities.
| Visa type | Type D long-stay visa + residence permit for study (OIN) | |
| Visa fee | ~€110 (waived for Stipendium Hungaricum holders) | |
| Financial proof | ~HUF 200,000/month (≈€500) for the full intended stay | |
| Health insurance | Mandatory — minimum coverage €50,000 | |
| Processing | Type D ~4–8 weeks at the embassy; OIN permit issued after arrival | |
| Post-graduation | 9-month job-seeking residence permit | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from document preparation to embassy appointment booking.
"An AACSB-accredited analytics master's for €4,500 a year sounded too good to be true — but it's real. My counsellor matched me with a merit scholarship and walked me through the visa. I landed an analyst internship at a Budapest consultancy in my first year."
"Budapest gave me a European business degree without the European price tag. SAG handled everything from my Corvinus application to my residence permit so I could focus on the course."
Start your free application with a counsellor who knows this programme inside out.