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The Tourism and Catering BSc prepares students for careers in one of the most dynamically growing sectors of both the global and Hungarian economy. During the programme, you will learn the fundamentals of hotel and hospitality management, event planning, travel organisation, and destination management. Moreover, you will gain an understanding of the economic foundations of tourisms through insight into international and domestic market trends, the impacts of tourism, best practices in sustainable and responsible tourism, as well as the operational characteristics and processes of various tourism and catering sectors.
Future graduates can apply their knowledge and expertise in hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, event management companies, tourism organisations, or even in their own businesses. Alternative career opportunities include working as a programme organiser or tour guide at various attractions, as a concert organiser, or even in the field of consulting.
If you are interested in tourism and catering, and you enjoy creating experiences and working with people, then join our Tourism and Catering BSc to gain marketable knowledge and essential management tools for the sector.
The programme is accredited by the internationally recognised Institute of Hospitality.
The number of tourists visiting Hungary is soon expected to reach 20 million per year, accounting for approximately 50 million guest nights. This makes tourism a strategically significant sector in Hungary, contributing more than 10% of the country’s economic output, leading to a continuously growing demand for well-trained economists in this field. Hungary ranks among the world’s TOP20 travel destinations, and here in Budapest you will find extensive opportunities not only for study, but also for gaining professional experience through internships.
Upon completing the programme, you will receive a degree certifying your qualification as an Economist in Tourism and Catering. Moreover, the Tourism and Catering BSc at the Budapest University of Economics and Business is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality, and this international accreditation ensures that the knowledge acquired is recognised globally.
The programme is taught at our city centre campus and is also offered full-time in English.
This programme provides you with a broad knowledge base, enabling you to build a successful career in the dynamically evolving tourism and catering industry. We will equip you with comprehensive knowledge of economics and tourism management, with specialised tourism and catering modules that will help you to gain a deeper understanding of industry trends and explore the workings of the global and European economies, all while developing the necessary industry-specific competencies, such as strategic planning and project management. Additionally, interdisciplinary material will enhance the skills you need to navigate complex, international business environments successfully.
The table below lists the courses during the eight semesters of the BSc in Tourism and Catering programme. It also indicates how many ECTS credits you receive upon the completion of that specific course.
For non-EU students: 2,750 EUR per semester
For EU students: 690,000 Hungarian Forint per semester
For non-EU students:
31 May 2025
For EU and visa-free countries:
15 June 2025
Start of study
September 2025
Study location
Budapest, Hungary
Faculty
Faculty of Commerce, Hospitality and Tourism, see on map
Duration
4 years (8 semesters)
Study language
English
Title of the qualification on the diploma
Economist in Tourism and Catering
Programme level
Bachelor’s programme (BSc)
Entry qualification
High school / secondary education (or higher)
Being a student at Budapest University of Economics and Business doesn’t just mean you’re a university student. Here you become part of a family.