International Business - Central European Business Realities

Prague University of Economics and Business - Faculty of International Relations

Key information
Field of study:
Economics
Study language::
EN
Study program code:
N0311A050020
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
ISCED code:
0311
Study form::
full-time
Study duration:
2 years

The programme aims to provide a comprehensive business education tailored to the Central European business environment, preparing graduates for strategic roles in international companies with expertise in marketing, management, and finance. It emphasizes practical application of theoretical knowledge, with a strong focus on Central Europe's economic and business landscape. Core values include respect for multiculturalism, interdisciplinary learning, strategic decision-making, and a commitment to sustainability and ethical responsibility. The curriculum aligns with multinational companies' needs, fostering professional skills, leadership, and effective communication. An international perspective is further enhanced through double-degree options and study exchanges at partner universities, enabling students to graduate with diplomas from both VŠE and a partner institution.

Application and admission procedure
Admission procedure form:
interview
Application start:
01.11.2026
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
Application fee:
100.00 EUR

https://ib.vse.cz/prospective-students/admission-requirements/

Study

After completing the study programme, you will be able to: - explain the theory and principles of international economic, legal and political relations, including the institutional order of the world economy and forms of international economic cooperation; - describe business functions and processes in an international environment and the specifics of the business environment in Central Europe; - classify international business strategies and tools of international marketing and financial management; - understand the international nature of managerial processes; - recognise the impacts of global and regional economic events and regulation on company processes; - formulate and evaluate marketing and financial strategies for international environments and Central European markets; - analyse international and Central European markets in terms of opportunities and risks; - conduct and evaluate primary and secondary research using quantitative and qualitative methods; - negotiate internationally, make decisions in multicultural teams and present results persuasively with contemporary communication tools.

Study fee
Study fee amount:
6000.00 - 6000.00 EUR / [ { "contentType": "globalFeeInterval", "name": "academic year", "createDate": "2026-08-04T20:10:08Z", "updateDate": "2026-08-06T10:54:27.7283991Z", "route": { "path": "/global/en/data/codebooks/fee-intervals/academic-year/", "queryString": null, "startItem": { "id": "37758b86-6d55-4288-833e-ffda8153852e", "path": "global" } }, "id": "a98b53d9-088b-4bc5-b3e4-af5353086d21", "properties": {} } ]
University

School detail

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1953
Abbreviation:
VSE
Number of students:
15040
Number of international students in degree programs:
3789
Number of international exchange students:
858
Number of international alumni
953

The Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) is the largest economics-focused university in Czechia and one of the leading business schools in Central and Eastern Europe. You can choose from degree programmes in economics, finance, management, informatics and international relations, taught in Czech and English. During your studies, you build analytical thinking, data skills and the ability to apply theory in real-world contexts. The international AACSB accreditation confirms the quality of education at VŠE. Only a small percentage of business schools worldwide hold it. Teaching is closely linked with practice. You work on real projects with companies, complete internships and meet experts from business and the public sector as part of your courses. VŠE has an extensive network of partner universities, so you can study abroad across Europe and beyond. Graduates combine academic knowledge, language skills and practical experience. They find career opportunities in consulting, finance, IT, public administration and international institutions, often already during their studies.

Contacts

Contacts

Field of study:
Economics
Study language::
EN
Study program code:
N0311A050020
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
ISCED code:
0311
Study form::
full-time
Study duration:
2 years

The programme aims to provide a comprehensive business education tailored to the Central European business environment, preparing graduates for strategic roles in international companies with expertise in marketing, management, and finance. It emphasizes practical application of theoretical knowledge, with a strong focus on Central Europe's economic and business landscape. Core values include respect for multiculturalism, interdisciplinary learning, strategic decision-making, and a commitment to sustainability and ethical responsibility. The curriculum aligns with multinational companies' needs, fostering professional skills, leadership, and effective communication. An international perspective is further enhanced through double-degree options and study exchanges at partner universities, enabling students to graduate with diplomas from both VŠE and a partner institution.

Admission procedure form:
interview
Application start:
01.11.2026
Application deadline:
30.04.2027
Application fee:
100.00 EUR

https://ib.vse.cz/prospective-students/admission-requirements/

After completing the study programme, you will be able to: - explain the theory and principles of international economic, legal and political relations, including the institutional order of the world economy and forms of international economic cooperation; - describe business functions and processes in an international environment and the specifics of the business environment in Central Europe; - classify international business strategies and tools of international marketing and financial management; - understand the international nature of managerial processes; - recognise the impacts of global and regional economic events and regulation on company processes; - formulate and evaluate marketing and financial strategies for international environments and Central European markets; - analyse international and Central European markets in terms of opportunities and risks; - conduct and evaluate primary and secondary research using quantitative and qualitative methods; - negotiate internationally, make decisions in multicultural teams and present results persuasively with contemporary communication tools.

Study fee

Study fee amount:
6000.00 - 6000.00 EUR / [ { "contentType": "globalFeeInterval", "name": "academic year", "createDate": "2026-08-04T20:10:08Z", "updateDate": "2026-08-06T10:54:27.7283991Z", "route": { "path": "/global/en/data/codebooks/fee-intervals/academic-year/", "queryString": null, "startItem": { "id": "37758b86-6d55-4288-833e-ffda8153852e", "path": "global" } }, "id": "a98b53d9-088b-4bc5-b3e4-af5353086d21", "properties": {} } ]

University

School detail
Institution type:
public
Founded:
1953
Abbreviation:
VSE
Number of students:
15040
Number of international students in degree programs:
3789
Number of international exchange students:
858
Number of international alumni
953

The Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) is the largest economics-focused university in Czechia and one of the leading business schools in Central and Eastern Europe. You can choose from degree programmes in economics, finance, management, informatics and international relations, taught in Czech and English. During your studies, you build analytical thinking, data skills and the ability to apply theory in real-world contexts. The international AACSB accreditation confirms the quality of education at VŠE. Only a small percentage of business schools worldwide hold it. Teaching is closely linked with practice. You work on real projects with companies, complete internships and meet experts from business and the public sector as part of your courses. VŠE has an extensive network of partner universities, so you can study abroad across Europe and beyond. Graduates combine academic knowledge, language skills and practical experience. They find career opportunities in consulting, finance, IT, public administration and international institutions, often already during their studies.

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