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MSc in

Finance

About the programme

Price or value? Solve complex financial problems and support decision-making in the corporate world. Officially affiliated programme of the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFAI).

This program trains professionals who understand financial processes in corporate, banking, and capital market sectors and are capable of preparing and making informed decisions. Alongside general financial knowledge, it offers in-depth expertise in financial products and develops strong quantitative skills. The program is affiliated with the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFAI). We recommend this CFA-affiliated program to those aiming to work in the financial sector, equipped with solid theoretical and methodological knowledge.
 

What makes this program unique?

  • The program is taught by highly experienced and expert instructors in areas such as quantitative finance, banking risk management, corporate finance, and valuation.
  • As part of the CFA University Affiliation program, students can master at least 70% of the curriculum of all three levels of the international Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification during their studies, and you may receive a scholarship for their CFA exam.
  • The Financial Laboratory (Finlab), equipped with Bloomberg and Reuters terminals, supports your training.
  • We collaborate with major companies including BSE, Citibank, Deloitte, McKinsey, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, and OTP.
  • You get the opportunity to participate in the CEMS double degree program. 

Details

Programme name Finance

Programme award Master, MSc

ECTS 120

Duration 4 semesters (2 years)

Teaching hours 10-16 hours/week

Includes internship No

Start date September 2025

Tuition fee (EEA)

990 000 HUF/semester

cca. 2 500 EUR/semester*

Tuition fee (Non-EEA)

3 700 EUR/semester

*The official price list can be found in the annex to the Regulation on Student Fees and Benefits.

This programme is only available in English.

Corvinus University of Budapest

What will you study?

Year 1

Core Modules*

  • Investments
  • International Corporate Finance
  • Banking
  • Risk Management and Financial Institutions

Year 2

Core Modules*

Applied Business Valuation

Beyond the core finance modules, you will study core courses such as: Monetary Economics, Mathematics for Finance, Financial Law, Financial Economics, Econometrics for Finance, Causality Analysis in Finance, Business Intelligence, Ethics and Green Finance.

* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.

Specialisations





Corvinus University of Budapest

International mobilities

CEMS

Apply to CEMS, which was ranked in the top 6% of the world’s best business programmes by the QS 2024 Masters in Management Rankings (11th out of 199 programmes). By successfully applying, not only will the doors to 33 leading business schools and over 70 corporate partners open for you, but you’ll also become part of a global alumni network of 20,000 members. 

Exchange programmes

Corvinus has nearly 200 partners worldwide, and depending on the type of funding, you can apply to study at these institutions.

Corvinus University of Budapest

Péter Juhász, PhD, CFA

Associate Professor

Programme Director

Our Master's in Finance is designed for those seeking comprehensive and systematic knowledge in finance, complemented by programming, ethics, and ESG skills. While we do not promise an easy programme, we guarantee that our graduates will be able to start or further their careers in any area of finance, at any institution, bank, or company, both locally and internationally. We also assure that our students will be well-prepared with competitive theoretical and practical knowledge to succeed in their financial careers.

Corvinus University of Budapest

Aida Bolatkyzy

Kazakhstan

Student - Finance

Choosing Corvinus University for my master’s in Finance was one of the best decisions in my academic journey. The intense and well-structured program brought together talented individuals from all over the world, creating an inspiring and diverse learning environment. The professors and administration are exceptionally passionate and supportive, always encouraging students to push their limits. Corvinus’ campuses, a mix of modern and historic buildings, provide a truly unique atmosphere that enhances both academic and social life. What I appreciate most is the wide range of opportunities the university offers—I was not only studying but also had a chance to work as a teaching assistant, conduct a research work, attend Oxford’s summer school, and still enjoy a vibrant social life with my friends. Corvinus has truly shaped me both academically and personally, and I couldn’t be more grateful for this journey.

Leading university

Rankings

#3 Best Business School in the region

EdUniversal Rankings

#351-400 in Business and Management

WUR Ranking by Subject

TOP 70 in Master’s in Finance in the world

Financial Times

Accreditations and networks

Corvinus University of Budapest
Corvinus University of Budapest
Corvinus University of Budapest

Career Opportunities

Our graduates progress to roles including Investment Banking Professional, Financial Risk Expert, Market/ Liquidity /Credit Risk Officer, Treasury Analyst/Director, FX/Money Market/Option Market Dealer, Equity Analyst, Portfolio Manager, Fund Manager, Capital Market Sales, M&A Expert, Corporate Finance Specialist, Valuation Controller, CFO.
Our graduates work at prestigious international organisations, including the BlackRock, Budapest Stock Exchange, Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, McKinsey, and OTP Bank.
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