Detailed introduction of Prague University of Economics and Business:

Introduction

The Prague University of Economics and Business is the leading professional economics university in the Czech Republic. It is the largest in the fields of economics, business, and informatics. It is an AACSB, EPAS, and EQUIS accredited university and a member of CEMS, the European Global Management Education Alliance.

Overview

Number of students: About 15,000 to 20,000 students study here.

Faculty: The school has about 600 teachers, more than 80% of whom have doctoral degrees. They have rich academic research experience and practical experience.

History

In 1919, Vysoká škola obchodní ("Business School") was established as a department of the Czech Technical University in Prague, specializing in wholesale trade, banking, and the organization of industrial companies.

In 1949, Vysoká škola politických a hospodářských věd (University of Political Economy) was established.

In 1953 In 1989, after the Velvet Revolution, the university underwent major reforms. In 2020, the international name of the University of Economics in Prague was changed to the University of Economics and Business in Prague. Founded in 1953, its origins can be traced back to 1919. Strength of running a school Teaching quality: It offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral and MBA courses, covering a variety of fields such as economics, finance, and business management. The school focuses on combining theory with practice, and cultivates students' practical operation and problem-solving abilities through case analysis, internships, project practice, etc., so that students can better adapt to the needs of the workplace. Scientific research results: The school has carried out extensive scientific research activities in the fields of economy, business and information technology, and has achieved a series of important results. For example, research in corporate transformation, energy economy and other aspects has provided valuable policy recommendations and solutions for the Czech and international communities. International cooperation: It has established cooperative relations with more than 250 well-known universities around the world, such as Harvard Business School, London School of Economics and Political Science, Stockholm Business School, etc., and maintains cooperation with international organizations such as the United Nations and the World Bank. Every year, more than 1,000 students go to foreign partner institutions for exchange and study. At the same time, a large number of overseas students are also accepted to exchange with the school. A number of international degree programs, including joint degree and dual degree programs, are also opened.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Committed to cultivating professionals in the fields of economics and business with innovative spirit, international vision and social responsibility, focusing on the all-round development of students, emphasizing the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, encouraging students to actively participate in scientific research and social practice activities, and improving students' comprehensive quality and competitiveness to adapt to the ever-changing global economic environment.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school has characteristic research centers such as the Enterprise Transformation Research Center and the Energy Economics Research Center, which provide a good platform for teachers and students to carry out scientific research activities.

Key disciplines: Economics, econometrics, finance, business management, international trade and other disciplines are the school's advantageous disciplines, and have achieved remarkable results in teaching and scientific research. Among them, the School of Business Administration has obtained EQUIS certification, making it the first business school in the Czech Republic and the fourth in Central and Eastern Europe to obtain this certification. Its CEMS Master of Management program ranks 14th in the world in the 2021 Financial Times ranking.

Faculty

The school has a total of 6 colleges, distributed in 3 campuses, as follows:

School of Finance and Accounting: Covering the Department of Banking and Insurance, the Department of Economic Education, the Department of Cooperative Finance, the Department of Financial Accounting and Auditing, the Department of Management Accounting, the Department of Monetary Theory and Policy, the Department of Public Finance, etc., majors include finance, accounting and public finance, taxation and tax policy, banking and insurance, economic education, etc.

School of International Relations: There are subject departments and language departments. The former includes the Department of Tourism Research, the Department of International Trade, the Department of Industrial and Commercial Exchange, the Department of Corporate Law, Partnership Law and European Law, the Department of Policy Sciences, and the National Research Center; the latter includes the Department of English, the Department of German, the Department of Romance Languages, the Department of Russian, etc., and also has subordinate institutions such as the European Research Center and the Institute of Central Czech and International Studies in Europe.

School of Business Administration: Focuses on cultivating students' professional knowledge and practical ability in business management, marketing, human resource management, etc.

School of Statistics and Informatics: Provides teaching and research in statistics, informatics and other related majors, laying a foundation for students' development in data analysis, information management and other fields.

School of Economics and Public Administration: It has the Department of Economics, Department of Economic History, Department of Economic Policy, Department of Public Administration and Regional Development, Department of Social Policy, Department of Environment and Society, etc.

Hradec School of Management: Located in Jindrich Uhradec, about 110 kilometers from Prague, it focuses on education and research in the field of management.

Rankings

Ranked 1501+ in the 2023 THE World University Rankings.

Ranked 62nd in the 2022 Financial Times European Business School Rankings.

Won the title of Best Business School in Eastern Europe in the 2018 Eduniversal Rankings.

In the QS World University Rankings, its Economics and Econometrics majors are ranked 251-300 in the world.

Its Master of Finance and Accounting is ranked in the top 101 in the world in the QS Business Masters Ranking: Finance.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Tuition fees for undergraduate majors taught in English are about 5,000 euros per year, and tuition fees for master's majors are about 5,000 euros per year, such as economics, international business, business administration, etc.

Living expenses: Living expenses during the Czech Republic are about 400-600 US dollars/month, including accommodation, meals, public transportation, compulsory health insurance, etc.

Campus

Campus environment: The main campus is located in the center of Prague, with convenient transportation, and there are two branches located in the suburbs. The campus architecture is unique in style, integrating historical and modern elements, creating a strong academic atmosphere.

Teaching facilities: The school is equipped with modern teaching facilities, including libraries, computer laboratories, language learning centers, science and technology innovation centers, etc., which provide strong support for students' learning and research.

Cultural and social activities: The school often holds various cultural activities, such as art exhibitions, concerts, drama performances, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life. In addition, the school also has student associations and clubs, where students can participate according to their interests and hobbies, make like-minded friends, and expand their interpersonal network.