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Agile Entrepreneurship

About the programme

Turn your entrepreneurial ideas into reality with agile, future-proof business strategies.

  • A one-year fast-track programme designed for founders, innovators, and change agents.
  • Access to Central Europe’s thriving start-up ecosystem and investor-ready idea development.
  • Focus on building future-proof ventures through a combination of agility and sustainability.
  • The Master’s programme equips professionals with the entrepreneurial skills and mindset needed to thrive in dynamic, competitive business environments, fostering an open, agile, and global perspective.
  • Graduates gain the ability to manage emerging market trends and innovative technologies, design agile business models, and develop internationalisation strategies.
  • Graduates are equipped to analyse, develop, and implement business ideas, start and manage new ventures, create value within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and prepare for roles as consultants or investors — contributing to economic growth and societal impact.

Who is expected to attend the training

The Master’s programme is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who seek to develop the skills and mindset to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and global business environment. It is designed for those who aim to start or manage new ventures, work within entrepreneurial ecosystems as consultants or investors. Ideal candidates are motivated to develop business ideas, design growth and internationalisation strategies with an emphasis on sustainability and value creation. The program is well suited to those seeking to lead with flexibility, resilience, and collaboration while navigating complex and dynamic market landscapes.

Details

Programme name Agile Entrepreneurship

Programme award Master, MSc

ECTS 60

Duration 2 semesters (1 years)

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.

How to take the exam

During the programme, students encounter a variety of assessment methods. Fewer than half of the required courses are graded by exams (mostly written exams), while the majority of the subjects are evaluated by practical assignments completed during the semester. In addition, for most courses, part of the graded performance can be obtained in class through practical exercises and presentations or via homework, including group project work and essays.

Corvinus University of Budapest

What will you study?

Semester 1

Core Modules*

  • Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Design Communication – Creating Connection as Designing
  • Entrepreneurial Financing
  • Business Models for Digital Start-ups

Semester 2

Core Modules*

  • Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

  • Business Growth and Internationalisation

  • Contemporary Project Management

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

International mobilities

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

Márta Aranyossy

Associate Professor

Programme Representative

In today’s volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world, entrepreneurship is not merely a career path—it is a mindset. Our Master’s programme in Agile Entrepreneurship is designed to prepare you for a future in which adaptability, continuous innovation, and sustainable value creation are essential. Whether you aspire to found your own start-up, lead change within a larger organisation, work in venture capital, or support others as a consultant in the start-up ecosystem, this programme provides you with the tools to succeed.
You will learn to design business models, manage growth and internationalisation, secure funding, lead with agility, and transform uncertainty into opportunity. Beyond gaining actionable knowledge, you will become part of a supportive community of like-minded entrepreneurs, empowering you to turn your ideas into meaningful impact. We believe entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful forces for positive change — shaping industries, societies, and futures.
Corvinus University of Budapest

Vlad Demenski

Estonia

Student

Corvinus is very much the Oxford of Hungary, so coming to study here means you’re surrounded by incredible people with fresh perspectives that can actually impact the world. The Corvinus student life is vibrant, where you get to talk to a wide cast of students from all around the globe – I’ve made friends with someone from every continent besides Antarctica here. Corvinus is the place to be if you want to enjoy your student life while not compromising academic success.

Leading university

Rankings

#3 Best Business School in the region

EdUniversal Rankings

#351-400 in Business and Management

QS WUR Ranking by Subject

TOP 70 in Master’s in Finance in the world

Financial Times

Accreditations and networks

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Corvinus University of Budapest
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Career Opportunities

  • Start-up Founders: Graduates are well prepared to launch their own start-ups, either individually or as part of a founding team.
  • Business Developers: The programme equips graduates to take on business development roles in both start-ups and established organisations.
  • Intrapreneurs: Graduates can work as product or innovation managers within larger companies, driving change and fostering intrapreneurship.
  • Venture Capitalists: Career paths also include roles in venture capital funds, evaluating and supporting early-stage ventures.
  • Consultants: Graduates may work as business consultants within the start-up and innovation ecosystems.
  • Policymakers: They can contribute to the development of entrepreneurship policy in public institutions or governmental bodies.
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