Budapesti Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem

The BEE Mentorship Programme is a student-led initiative dedicated to supporting first-year students through mentorship and community-building. We create and host engaging academic, social, and cultural events designed to help our mentees connect, feel at home, and make the most of their university experience in Budapest.

The BEE Mentorship Programme is run by both Hungarian and international students to support fellow international students enrolled in BGE’s English-language academic programmes. Whether you’re a newcomer or a returning student, the BEE community is here to help you make the most of your university experience.

The programme is open to all international and Hungarian students studying in English. First-year and newly admitted students can join as mentees, while more experienced are welcome to become mentors. For many international students, coming to Hungary means moving far from home – often for the first time. Adjusting to a new culture, navigating unfamiliar systems, and living independently, while deeply rewarding, can also be a real challenge.That’s where our BEE mentors come in. By joining the programme, students don’t have to face these challenges alone. The main aim of the BEE Mentorship Programme is to help international students settle into life in Hungary and at BGE – both socially and academically. Mentors contact their mentees even before arrival, helping with key preparations and offering advice on travel, accommodation, and university life. Some mentors may even meet their mentees at the airport and accompany them through early administrative tasks. Throughout the semester, they stay in touch, offering friendly guidance, academic tips, and support, especially during exam periods or if unexpected issues arise.

BEE is more than just practical help: it’s a community. We regularly organise cultural programmes, short trips, and social events to help students connect, learn about Hungarian culture, and have fun together. Mentor applications open each semester and are announced through CoSpace and other platforms.

The work of student mentors is coordinated by a dedicated team: four staff mentor instructors and four student head mentors. Along with the lead coordinator (instructor), three other instructors are involved in the following areas: marketing, activity organization, and administrative, academic support. Meanwhile, the student head mentors are in direct contact with the student mentors, providing guidance and support. Every student mentor is matched with around 8–10 mentees and contacts them at the start of the semester. If questions or problems arise, the head mentors are there to help.