Our unique MBA in Strategic Data-Driven Management programme is a transformational experience that aims to develop essential professional and soft skills to nurture leaders of the 21st century.
Programme Content
The MBA in Strategic Data-Driven Management programme (ranked no. 2 in Eastern Europe!*), explores and develops all areas of corporate management, with a strong emphasis on the most in-demand skills in business: analytical skills, data management, business intelligence and a wide array of soft skills. The IBS MBA experience is a 1.5-year, full-time programme, designed for professionals with 3 to 5 years of work experience.
Curriculum
Please find the curriculum here.*
* IBS reserves the right to change the curriculum.
Programme Specification
Please find the programme specification here.
General info
| September 2025 | |
| Duration of programme | 3 semesters |
| Starting date | September* |
| Tuition fee per semester (payment is for 2 semesters, no tuition fee for semester 3) | € 6,400 |
| Tuition fee for the full programme | € 12,800 |
| One-off registration fee for non-EU citizens | € 900 |
| Degree awarded by | The University of Buckingham and IBS |
| Campus | Budapest |
| Admission criteria |
• Bachelor's degree in any field, • Transcript with at least one module completed in mathematics, statistics, or finance, • Documented work reference of 3-5 years, • CV,• Motivation letter |
| Language of tuition | English |
* The launch of each MSc programme requires a minimum of 15 students. In the case of specialisations, a minimum of 15 students per campus and study mode (face-to-face or online) is required. IBS reserves the right not to launch a programme or specialisation if the minimum number is not reached, in such cases, students will be invited to choose from the remaining specialisations.
Note:
Students are required to have a personal laptop for their studies, as this is essential for completing assignments, conducting research, and accessing digital learning materials. We recommend a laptop with at least an Intel Core i3 or equivalent processor, 4–8 GB of RAM, and a minimum of 40 GB of free storage. The operating system should be Microsoft Windows 10, macOS, or Linux. A webcam and microphone are also necessary, along with a stable internet connection of at least 5 Mbit/sec.
Key areas of studies
Our programme first focuses on ‘core skills,’ i.e. the necessary competencies to communicate and collaborate with other stakeholders, to acquire solid organizational, project management and up-to-date financial and analytical skills. The second part of the programme focuses on ‘functional skills,’ i.e. advanced skills for managing roles in corporate organisations, including data management and business intelligence, customer relationship management and strategic decision-making skills. The programme concludes with a capstone project assessing your newly acquired business acumen and business intelligence skills.
Upon completing the programme, students will be eligible for exemptions from the following Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) modules:
- Business and Technology
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
These exemptions recognize students' prior learning and align with ACCA’s globally recognized qualifications, which equip professionals with the skills needed for a successful career in accounting and finance.
Degree Sample
Please find the degree sample here.