About the programme
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.
Key features
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.