Intellectual property management
About the programme
Turn innovations into strategic assets, from startups to global enterprises.
- Learn to manage intellectual property (IP) strategically in national and international context
- Gain knowledge in law, economics, and business to protect, value, and commercialize innovations.
- Connect IP management with entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable growth.
- Develop strong analytical and decision-making skills through case studies and interdisciplinary work.
- Understand contracts, global supply chains, as well as the role of digital transformation and AI.
- Benefit from collaboration with experts from the Hungarian Intellectual Property Office (HIPO) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
- Complete the MSc in 2 semesters (60 credits) and prepare for leadership roles or doctoral studies.
Who is expected to attend the training
Details
Programme name MSc in Intellectual property management
ECTS 60
Duration 2 semesters (1 years)
Teaching hours 20 hours/week
Includes internship no
Start date September 2026
Tuition fee (EEA)
1 350 000 Ft/semester
2 700 000 Ft/year
cca. 3 400 EUR/semester
cca. 6 800 EUR/year
Tuition fee (Non-EEA)
5 400 EUR/semester
*The official price list can be found in the annex to the Regulation on Student Fees and Benefits.
How to take the exam
Most courses are assessed through a combination of various individual or group assignments during the semester and a final examination. Some courses are graded based on assignments only while others rely solely on exams. The final assessment of the programme consists of a thesis defence.
What will you study?
Semester 1
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- Strategic IP and Technology Management
- Entrepreneurial Journey
- IP Monetisation and Valuation
- IP Legal Context
- Skill Seminar
- Thesis Consultation 1
Semester 2
Core Modules*
- Managing IP in Supply Chains
- AI and Data Strategy
- IP Licensing and Contract Management
- Elective course(s)
- Thesis Consultation 2
* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.
International mobilities
With the support of WIPO and HIPO, the program involves the active participation of international experts and researchers in the planning of the training and the delivery of the courses. The two professional organizations manage the training in cooperation with Corvinus and provide opportunities for students interested in the world of intellectual property.
Tünde Tátrai
Full Professor
Programme Director
| Intellectual property (IP) plays a pivotal role in the modern business landscape by protecting innovations, creative outputs, and distinctive brand assets that form the foundation of a company’s competitive advantage. By securing IP rights, businesses can safeguard their products, services, and branding from unauthorized use, capitalize on technology transfer, and create new revenue streams. Thus, IP is not only a legal mechanism for protecting intangible assets but also a powerful strategic tool that enhances brand value, market position, and long-term business success. With the pace of innovation speeding up and markets growing ever more competitive, aligning IP management with entrepreneurial thinking and strategic decision-making is crucial. The Master’s programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to strategically manage and leverage intellectual property in both national and international contexts. |
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.
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