BSc in Business Administration and Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Pecs

Program Overview

The BSc in Business Administration and Management at the University of Pécs is a dynamic 3.5-year (7-semester) program perfect for ambitious students eager to dive into business and launch a global career—think those who love solving real-world challenges through case studies, teamwork, and innovative projects. Delivered in English by the Faculty of Business and Economics, it equips you with practical skills in management, finance, and marketing, featuring guest lecturers from Europe and the US, so you're not just learning theory but preparing to thrive in today's fast-paced business world.

Curriculum Structure
Year 1 lays a strong foundation by introducing you to the essentials of business operations and economic thinking. You'll explore Introduction to Management, gaining tools for planning, organizing, leading, and controlling to build a holistic view of business principles through lectures and hands-on practice. Courses like Macroeconomics and Human Resource Management round it out, teaching you how economic forces shape markets and how to manage people effectively for organizational success.

Year 2 dives deeper into operational and financial know-how, sharpening your analytical skills for managerial decision-making. In Operations Management, you'll learn to optimize resources for products and services, tackling design, planning, and scheduling to drive competitive advantage via classwork and exams. Management Accounting and Control builds on this, providing frameworks to resolve accounting issues and align decisions with company goals using financial tools and controls.

Year 3 focuses on advanced applications, strategy, and electives like marketing or finance to specialize your expertise. You'll refine leadership through integrated projects, building on prior knowledge with real-world case studies and teamwork. The final semester emphasizes capstone experiences, preparing you to apply everything holistically in global contexts.

Focus areas: Management principles, operations, HR, accounting/control, macroeconomics, with electives in marketing, finance, or leadership for tailored expertise.

Learning outcomes: Graduates emerge as ethical, holistic professionals skilled in managing organizations globally—proficient in planning, people management, operations, and strategic decision-making, ready for 21st-century business challenges.

Professional alignment (accreditation): EFMD Global accredited, a top international benchmark for business schools, ensuring your degree meets worldwide standards and boosts career mobility.

Reputation (employability rankings): EFMD accreditation gives global recognition, opening doors to top companies; the program's practical focus and international lecturers enhance employability in competitive markets.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the University of Pécs, our BSc in Business Administration and Management dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, blending lectures with practical sessions so you build real-world skills in areas like microeconomics, macroeconomics, international business, management accounting, and investments. You'll get plenty of practice through structured class formats—think 90-minute lectures paired with 90-minute practice sessions for key courses, or 2-hour lectures plus 2-hour practices for others—helping you apply theory immediately in a supportive environment. This EFMD-accredited program, offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics, is designed to prepare you for ethical, holistic management in global settings, making it one of the top choices in Hungary.

Here's how we make experiential learning come alive for this program, with dedicated tools and opportunities tailored to business students::

- Practice-oriented classes: Weekly sessions (e.g., 1x90 min lecture + 1x90 min practice for Microeconomics and Macroeconomics; 2L + 2P for International Business and Investments) focus on group work and real-case application to sharpen your analytical and decision-making skills.
- Faculty of Business and Economics facilities: Access modern study spaces, lounges, and student clubs in university dorms like Szántó, Damjanich, and Balassa, perfect for collaborative projects and networking—many business students use these for team-based assignments.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of this program leave with strong business knowledge, analytical thinking, and practical decision-making skills, making them well-prepared for the job market. You can confidently pursue roles such as business analyst, marketing executive, financial assistant, or HR coordinator. What makes this degree especially valuable is how it connects classroom learning with real business practice:

Career-focused learning: The program uses case studies, group work, and real-life business scenarios to help you build practical, job-ready skills
International exposure: You’ll learn from guest lecturers from Europe and the United States, gaining a global perspective on business
Accreditation advantage: The EFMD-accredited degree is internationally recognised, adding long-term value to your qualification
Flexible specialisations: You can focus on areas like marketing, finance, or management to match your career goals
Strong employability skills: You’ll develop analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities that employers actively look for
Industry-relevant curriculum: The course is designed to reflect current global business trends and expectations

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this program, you can continue your studies with a master’s degree in areas such as business development, management, finance, marketing, or international business. The strong academic foundation and international recognition of the degree also make it easier to apply for postgraduate programs at universities around the world.