Study Taxation in Europe

This bachelor’s program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering economics, accounting, management, mathematics, law, and statistics, with practical training in financial systems, reporting, and IT tools. Students strengthen soft skills through courses in business etiquette, intercultural communication, and research methods. From the third semester, they choose one of five specializations: Entrepreneurship, Banking and Financial Services, Accounting and Finance, Accounting and Finance ACCA, or Financial Market Analyst. Each specialization includes targeted courses in areas such as auditing, international finance, e-banking, tax law, or capital markets. The final year includes diploma seminars and electives tailored to career goals.

Applicants must have completed high school or higher education and submit original qualification documents with sworn translations into Polish (or English initially, with Polish required upon arrival). Documents are accepted in English or Polish. A B2-level English certificate is required, such as TOEFL iBT 72, IELTS 5.5, TOEIC 700, or equivalents like FCE, CAE, or CPE. Original documents must be presented upon arrival at the university.

This master’s program is designed to prepare students for high-level roles in multinational companies and the international financial sector. The curriculum covers two semesters, beginning with modules such as advanced financial accounting, international accounting, management control, and financial management. In the second semester, students explore corporate law, social reporting, audit, IT-based accounting systems, and assurance practices. Additional topics include international taxation, leadership, and statistical methods. The program is aligned with ACCA standards, offering 9 exam exemptions and recognition as a Hungarian IFRS Chartered Accountant.

Applicants must hold a completed bachelor’s degree and demonstrate strong academic and analytical skills. Admission is based on an in-house written entrance exam (Type A) worth 90 points, which evaluates language proficiency, quantitative analytical abilities, and logical reasoning and data insights. The exam is mandatory unless an applicant qualifies for an exemption based on recognized international tests or academic credentials. Proficiency in English is also essential, as the program is fully taught in English.

This master's program provides a comprehensive foundation in financial markets, corporate governance, risk management, and operations. In the first year, students explore areas such as money and financial markets, empirical finance, human resources, economic ethics, and financial law, complemented by a focus on communication and business English. The second year deepens students' skills with courses in mergers and acquisitions, operations management, quantitative finance, and tax law. The curriculum concludes with elective courses, an internship or project work, and a final thesis, preparing graduates for careers in financial analysis, consulting, and corporate management.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or higher), preferably in Economics or a related discipline. Entry documents must be in English, French, Italian, or Spanish, and if not originally issued in one of these languages, they must be accompanied by official translations and verified copies. All credentials must be verified through the ENIC-NARIC system. Proof of English proficiency is required, with accepted scores including IELTS 6+, TOEFL 79+, or equivalent (e.g., FCE or CAE). Additionally, EU/EEA applicants must submit a valid passport or ID card and obtain two verification documents from CIMEA (the Italian ENIC-NARIC center): the Statement of Verification, which confirms the degree’s authenticity, and the ARDI Statement of Correspondence, which confirms the degree’s alignment with the Italian education system. Both documents must be requested directly via the CIMEA platform (www.cimea.it).

This program offers two specialized tracks integrating law and economics. The "Economia e Diritto" curriculum covers topics such as economic regulation, corporate and financial law, public finance, organizational behavior, and sustainability, with flexible options in banking law, environmental taxation, and regional governance. The "Law and Economics of International Finance" curriculum focuses on financial markets, regulation and supervision, banking law, and corporate governance, along with options in fintech, antitrust, and tax law. Both tracks emphasize practical experience through internships and final examination preparation.

To be eligible for this program, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in fields such as economics, business administration, public administration, political science, international cooperation, or statistics. Degrees from earlier Italian regulatory systems or equivalent foreign qualifications are also accepted upon evaluation. Alternatively, candidates with degrees in other fields must have at least 42 ECTS credits in specified legal, economic, statistical, or political science subjects. For the "Economia e Diritto" curriculum, a B1 level in English is required, validated through recent recognized certifications or qualifying academic coursework. Italian language proficiency is also mandatory and must be demonstrated at the application stage. EU students typically pay around €1,200/year based on family income. Non-EU students usually pay a fixed fee of about €1,400/year. Check with the university for your exact fee.

This master's program offers advanced knowledge in finance and accounting, covering topics such as financial and management accounting, taxation, public finance, and corporate financial management. It integrates modern tools like econometric modeling, financial control, and innovative technologies in finance. Elective courses allow for specialization in areas such as cost management, start-up investment modeling, big data analysis, or financial behavior. Students complete a research-based master's thesis, with some foundational courses required for those without prior studies in accounting or law.

To apply for this master's program, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in economics, management, finance, accounting, or marketing with at least three years of study and a GPA of 60% or more. Required documents include academic transcripts, a motivational letter written without AI, proof of B2-level English proficiency, and a passport copy. English skills can be confirmed through standardized tests or a free online test provided by the university. Native English speakers or those who completed previous studies entirely in English are exempt. High-quality, full-color scans of all documents are required.

This master's degree prepares accounting and auditing professionals capable of assessing and controlling complex business processes, with the underlying program holding international accreditation from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), ensuring that the knowledge and competencies gained are internationally recognized. It is offered on a flexible schedule combining face-to-face and distance learning, allowing students to balance study with an ongoing career, and graduates go on to hold strategic positions ranging from heads of finance departments to partners in international accounting firms.

The first semester covers auditing fundamentals, ethics and social responsibility, financial reporting, international taxation and transfer pricing, and strategic management accounting.

The second semester builds on this with a further course in auditing, a second financial reporting course, internal auditing, property and business valuation, and value-based management.

The third semester introduces a research project and scientific research design, together with a choice of research methods such as qualitative research, quantitative research, or quantitative methods combined with financial modeling. Students then choose between a two-part, challenge-based project addressing a real strategic problem at an organization, or a set of electives covering business model innovation, project management, and strategic management.

The program concludes with a master's degree final project in the fourth semester.

Across the program, students learn to apply risk-based audit concepts, apply international financial reporting standards, and model international taxation and transfer pricing situations, along with preparing and analyzing the financial statements of companies and groups of companies according to international standards. Students also develop skills in asset and business valuation, internal audit planning, and research methods, learning to design a research study, apply appropriate quantitative or qualitative methods, and analyze, interpret, and present findings on topics in accounting, auditing, management accounting, or business valuation.

The underlying university holds accreditation recognized internationally as a mark of excellence in business education, and teaching is delivered by accounting and auditing experts who combine research experience with academic and practical background. Students have the opportunity to study part-time abroad through structured exchange arrangements, including short intensive international programs, and can take part in a hands-on challenge project addressing real strategic-level problems at partner companies or organizations. Exchange opportunities are available at partner universities abroad, including institutions in Italy, Germany, and Latvia.

Graduates go on to work as heads of accounting, formulating and implementing an organization's accounting policy, managing accounting teams, and designing performance evaluation systems; as audit specialists, examining the accuracy of financial information, addressing international taxation issues, and proposing improvements to risk management and efficiency; or as risk management experts, coordinating the gathering and interpretation of information, identifying risk factors, and organizing an enterprise's risk and control management processes.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS credits in business and public management or the social sciences, and must demonstrate English proficiency through an IELTS score of at least 6.0, a TOEFL score of at least 85, a CEFR level of at least C1, or evidence of having previously studied in English. A transcript of the bachelor's degree must be submitted in English, accompanied by official translations and certified copies where the original is unavailable, and all documents must be legalized with an apostille from the issuing country's foreign affairs ministry, except for documents issued within the EU or in Belarus and Ukraine.

Admission is based primarily on the average grade of the applicant's bachelor's degree and its diploma supplement, which accounts for 90% of the score, with a motivation letter and online interview accounting for the remaining 10%. Applicants can also earn up to four additional points based on factors such as prior scientific or artistic activity, at least one year of work experience in the field, participation in an academic talent development program, partial studies abroad involving at least 24 ECTS credits, or a bachelor's or master's degree awarded with honors.