Budapest University of Economics and Business

About

Budapest University of Economics and Business (BGE) founded in 1857 as Budapest Business School – University of Applied Sciences is Hungary’s oldest business training institution and one of Central Europe’s leading universities for applied economics, business, and social sciences. With around 17,000 students and 800 faculty and staff, BBS offers diverse programs across its three faculties: Finance and Accountancy, Commerce, Hospitality and Tourism, and International Management and Business. The university’s research focuses on sustainable economics, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and social innovation. Through its strong international partnerships and practice-oriented education, BBS prepares future business leaders to drive responsible growth in a globalized economy.

Sustainability at BGE

BGE is deeply committed to sustainability and responsible business education, integrating environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainable development into its teaching, research, and operations. Guided by the SDGs and the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), BBS promotes ethical leadership, sustainable innovation, and community engagement. The university fosters a campus culture that values inclusivity, environmental awareness, and social responsibility, while encouraging partnerships with industry and academia to advance sustainable business practices and policy solutions for a more equitable and resilient future.

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