Energy Market Economist /
Energy Market Economist Specialist
You will gain indepth knowledge of the economic methodologies of the energy sector while building strategic competencies.
- You will learn the mathematical, statistical and data‑analysis methods used in the life, property, pension and health insurance sectors, as well as the modern software and risk‑measurement tools applied across the industry.
- You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal and accounting foundations of insurance and acquire practical knowledge that you can immediately apply in actuarial or consulting roles.
- The programme uniquely combines the actuarial mindset with modern data‑science approaches, preparing you for emerging data‑driven actuarial positions.
- It opens the door to highly paid, in‑demand specialist areas where the shortage of qualified professionals creates strong and continuous labour‑market opportunities.
Who should apply?
The programme is ideal for practising actuaries who want to deepen their expertise; for those looking to transition into actuarial roles; and for professionals or career starters aiming for a data‑science‑driven actuarial career.
The programme starts in September 2026, and the application period will begin soon.
Enjoy discounted application options!
- Our former students with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree are eligible for an alumni discount.
- A corporate discount is available if at least three individuals from the same organisation – whether a company, NGO, legal entity or corporate group – apply for the same programme in the same enrolment period.
- Early bird discount available to anyone who registers before the specified deadline.
The amount of the discount is the same as the early bird discount in all cases.
If you have any general questions about our postgraduate courses, please contact us at jelentkezes.part.time@uni-corvinus.hu.
Program information
Program instructor: László Szabó
Length of program: 2 semesters
Language of the program: English
Location: Budapest
Division: Correspondence training
Training days: During study period, every Friday between 9:00 AM and 6:15 PM (a 1-hour lunch break included)
Funding: Self-financing (admission fee: HUF 9 000)
Early bird application
7 June 2026
810 000 Ft / semester
Normal application
1 September 2026
900 000 Ft / semester
Qualification offered by the program:
• Energy Market Specialist
• Energy Market Economist
Admission requirements
Energy Market Specialist
Bachelor’s degree or higher in any field of study.
Energy Market Economist
Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics.
Contacts
jelentkezes.part.time@uni-corvinus.hu
30-1061429
Documents needed for application
- a copy of the Hungarian and English versions of the diploma (if the latter has been issued)
- a curriculum vitae in English
Greetings from the Program Instructor
We welcome all those interested in developing their analytical and proactive thinking, energy sector-specific economic knowledge and strategic vision. We train professionals who will be well acquainted with the theory and practice of energy economics and who can handle strategic and operational challenges as well as operational tasks and problems.
Curriculum of the course
| Tantárgy megnevezése | Félév | Tárgy előadója |
| Microeconomics with Energy Sector Applications | 1 | Selei Adrienn |
| Industrial Organization in the Energy Sector | 1 | Selei Adrienn |
| Economic regulation in the energy sector I. | 1 | Szajkó Gabriella |
| Economic regulation in the energy sector II. | 2 | Szajkó Gabriella |
| Energy law | 1 | Felsmann Balázs |
| Statistical methods in energy markets I. | 1 | Mezősi András |
| Statistical methods in energy markets II. | 2 | Mezősi András |
| Accounting in the utility and energy sector | 1 | Mezősi András |
| Investment and Financial Analysis in the Energy Sector | 2 | Mezősi András |
| Economics of electricity markets I. | 1 | Kerekes Lajos |
| Economics of Natural gas markets I | 1 | Takácsné Tóth Borbála |
| Economics of electricity markets I. | 2 | Kerekes Lajos |
| Economics of Natural gas markets I | 2 | Takácsné Tóth Borbála |
| Energy Policy | 2 | Szabó László |
| Economics of renewable energy | 2 | Szabó László |
After graduation
The potential job opportunities are in the electricity and gas sectors. Here, opportunities could be fostered through networking with fellow graduates and at the annual alumni meetings, where former students working in the sector at various managerial levels are represented.
In addition to the knowledge of relevant standards, economic impacts and trends, international, domestic and European regulations, the graduates will have a high level of proficiency in the use of sectoral economic specifications and tools, and will be able to think in a systems approach, problem-solving, decision making, proactive and results-oriented approach, and to perform managerial and professional tasks specific to the energy sector.
Accreditations and rankings
Corvinus University of Budapest
Maastricht University – Maastricht School of Management (MSM)
Double diploma opportunities
Maastricht University – Maastricht School of Management (MSM)
Program: MBA | Award: MSc
