Corvinus University of Budapest

What you'll study

This graduate diploma combines core engineering management topics with applied economics and business tools used in industrial companies. Typical modules include operations and production management, manufacturing systems and technologies, logistics and supply chain management, production planning and scheduling, quality and maintenance management, industrial economics and cost analysis, project management, and decision-support methods such as simulation, optimisation and basic data analysis.

Teaching emphasises applied skills: case studies from real companies, factory visits, practical assignments using ERP or production-planning software, and a capstone project or applied thesis where students develop solutions for operational problems in an industrial setting. Elective seminars may cover lean manufacturing, Six Sigma approaches, energy efficiency in industry, and digitalisation of production (Industry 4.0 concepts).

Entry requirements

• A completed undergraduate degree (bachelor's) in engineering, business, economics, industrial management or a closely related discipline. Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience may also be considered.
• Academic transcripts and a curriculum vitae demonstrating technical or managerial exposure in industrial or production environments.
• A motivation letter explaining how the programme fits career goals; some applicants may be invited to an interview or assessment to discuss their background and goals.
• Proficiency in the language of instruction (Hungarian or English, depending on the course stream) is required; additional language proof may be requested where applicable.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for operational and managerial roles within manufacturing and industrial organisations. Typical career paths include production or plant manager, operations manager, supply chain and logistics specialist, production planner, quality and maintenance manager, process improvement or continuous improvement engineer, industrial project manager, and operational consultant for manufacturing firms.

Employers include industrial manufacturers, engineering firms, logistics providers, consultancy companies focusing on operations, and large corporations with in-house production and supply-chain functions. The programme is particularly useful for professionals aiming to move from technical roles into supervisory or cross-functional management positions.

Why study at Corvinus University of Budapest

• Corvinus has a long tradition in combining economic and management education with applied industry knowledge, offering courses tailored to the needs of Hungarian and regional manufacturing sectors.
• Close links with local and multinational companies provide opportunities for applied projects, guest lectures by practitioners, and networking that supports career transitions into industry roles.
• The university’s multidisciplinary environment brings together educators from economics, business administration and engineering-related fields, giving students a balanced perspective on both technical and economic aspects of industrial management.
• Based in Budapest, the programme benefits from access to a dense cluster of manufacturers, logistics centres and service providers in Central Europe, which is useful for company collaborations and placement opportunities.