Management and Leadership
with CEMS
About the programme
Two internationally ranked degrees in one.
- Automatic enrollment in CEMS programme: Once admitted, you are automatically enrolled in the global #10 CEMS programme.
- Top-ranked school: Corvinus is ranked among the best schools for teaching, according to CEMS student evaluations.
- Dual degrees: Earn two degrees in one:
- The CEMS Master’s
- Corvinus’s Master’s in Management and Leadership (MiML), which has been ranked by the Financial Times since 2005.
- Alumni networks: Upon graduation, you will join two prestigious alumni groups:
- The CEMS alumni network, with 20,000 members from 100+ nationalities working in 75+ countries.
- The Corvinus Management and Leadership alumni network, which has a 30-year track record of advancing top Hungarian and regional companies by training future leaders.
- Comprehensive curriculum: The program connects key elements of management—strategy, processes, and technology—with leadership aspects like innovation, organisational culture, and motivation.
- Focus on digital transformation: Explore new business models, agile organizations, and future-proof HR processes in today’s digital world.
- Ideal for recent graduates: This program is the perfect next step for recent graduates with business-related degrees. A strong academic background in business is required (please see the credit requirements below).
- Comprehensive knowledge: Gain a thorough understanding of both basic and advanced management skills, extending beyond specialised content.
Who is this programme for?
The Corvinus Management and Leadership (MiML+CEMS) programme is designed for global talents who strive for excellence. The success of our students in international case study competitions, the international publications of our lecturers, and the meaningful careers of our thousands of alumni indicate that the MiML+CEMS programme meets the requirements of top international schools: that is why MiML welcomes those who stand out and are open to the next, demanding stage on the path to their responsible leadership career.
We welcome applications from those who are already familiar with the basic concepts of business and economics, but would like to develop into a strategic thinker and implementer, by mastering the tools of a global business leader. Apply if you want to gain a holistic understanding of how management (strategy, processes, technology) and leadership (innovation, organisational culture, and motivation) work together. You will also develop your soft skills – such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.”
Details
Programme name Management and Leadership
Programme award Master, MSc
ECTS 120
Duration 4 semesters (2 years)
Teaching hours 16-20 hours/week
Includes internship No
Start date September 2026
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.
Examinations
Students will encounter a variety of assessment methods. Nearly half of the compulsory courses are graded by exam (oral or written), while the other half are graded by coursework completed during the semester. For most courses, part of the grade can be earned during the semester through class participation, team projects and presentations.
Traineeships
An 8-week mandatory international internship is compulsory for the CEMS diploma.
CEMS Master in International Management
Take part in one of the world’s leading business programmes. As a CEMS Master in International Management student, you will spend one semester at one of the 33 leading business schools participating in the CEMS network. Through projects, skills development seminars, and career programmes, you will gain access to more than 70 CEMS corporate partners. With your CEMS degree, you will become part of a global alumni network of 20,000 people. By enrolling in the Management and Leadership (in English) programme, you will automatically become part of this exceptional international opportunity.
What will you study?
Year 1
Core Modules*
- Organisation Behaviour and Leadership
- Managing Organisations
- Global Marketing and P&L Performance
- Decision Making Skills
Year 2
Core Modules*
- Global Strategy
- Global Leadership
- CEMS Business Project
- Compulsory exchange semester
* The above is not an exhaustive list. Corvinus University of Budapest reserves the right to change modules.
International mobilities
Double degree
As part of our double degree programme, you can apply to the University of Liège. This way, alongside your studies at Corvinus, you can also complete a programme at this foreign university. With two degrees, you’ll have a significant advantage in the job market, as the quality of a Corvinus degree is well-known in Hungary, and an international qualification demonstrates your strong language skills and international experience
CEMS
Moreover, you can also apply to CEMS, which was ranked in the top 6% of the world’s best business programmes this year in 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.
Dr. Péter Móricz
Associate Professor
Programme Director
As a result of the 30-year history of our Management and Leadership programme, our alumni are key decision makers at the most influential companies in Hungary and the CEE region. Based on the theoretical knowledge and the extraordinary practical experience of our broad and renowned faculty, even our recent graduates are young talents who design and drive the 21st century (digital, agile etc.) transformation of organizations and ventures. With the CEMS programme incorporated, the international CEMS student body and the participation of global CEMS partner companies in the programme will strengthen your holistic vision, outstanding skills and professional success, crowned by an extra-prestigious double degree.
Vlad Demenski
Estonia
Student - Management and Leadership
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
WUR Ranking by Subject
TOP 70 in Master’s in Finance in the world
Financial Times
Accreditations and networks
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Management and Leadership program often find employment with one of the CEMS network's global corporate partners, typically pursuing international careers and positions close to senior management and organisational innovation. They tend to start their impressive careers in positions such as:
- Consultant at top international strategy and management consulting firms.
- Business developer, analyst or controlling specialist in leading multinational or regional corporations.
- Innovation or technology-focused project/process manager, often in a multicultural environment.
