Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Belgrade

WHO WE ARE?

Faculty Of Economics and Business, University of Belgrade

University of Belgrade is one of the oldest universities in South Eastern Europe – founded in 1808. Today, it is also one of the few largest universities in Europe, with more than 100 thousand students and 4,000 professors, organized in 31 schools and 12 research institutes.
University of Belgrade is one of four top ranking universities in Central and Eastern Europe (Shanghai Ranking).

Our school was founded in 1937. Today, it is a modern school with long tradition, aimed at providing cutting-edge knowledge, skills and research in economics, business management and statistics. With more than 7,000 students and 120 professors, located in Belgrade downtown, it is one of the largest schools of the University of Belgrade. In addition to tradition, modern curricula and high-quality staff, our school is distinguished for many additional reasons:

– The only school in Central and South-Eastern Europe to offer bachelor
programmes, taught in English, which provide two degrees – one
awarded by the University of London (lead college – London School of
Economics and Political Science) and one awarded by the University of
Belgrade (Faculty of Economics and Business);
– Four distinguished international master programmes, fully taught in
English by renowned international academics;
– ACCA accredited programmes;
– Member of EFMD;
– Internship opportunities in a large number of companies in 88
countries as well as in over 500 companies in Serbia and abroad;
– Start-up centre – business hub providing assistance to students who
want to turn their ideas into viable businesses;
– Many options for students mobility to more than 100 universities from
around the globe, through Erasmus+ and other exchange networks;
– The renovated and modern campus located in Belgrade downtown.

Study Program

Choose between Bachelor or Master Studies.

Studies of Economics, Bachelor
Available Places:

BACHELOR PROGRAMMES

We offer two bachelor programmes, which are fully taught in English:
• BSc Economics and Finance
• BSc Business and Management
General admission requirements for bachelor programmes

There are four general criteria that need to be met by students (of the Faculty of Economics and Business) to enrol in the University of London
programmes “BSc Economics and Finances” and “BSc Business and Management” at the Faculty of Economics and Business, starting from the
study year 2:

– Student is enrolled in the undergraduate studies at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business;
– Student earned at least 48 ECTS in the year 1;
– Student passed the exams in Mathematics and Foundations of Statistical Analysis in the year 1;
– Student has a valid English language certificate, as prescribed by the University of London (list available at programme web site).
Candidates who obtained secondary school degree abroad should have their degrees formally recognized by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia. Additional information on this procedure are available at the Ministry website.

BSC ECONOMICS AND FINANCE

‘BSc Economic and Finance’ is an undergraduate programme of the University of London (academic direction by The London School of Economics and Political Science – LSE), which is delivered at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business, leading to two parallel degrees – one degree awarded by the University of London (academic direction by LSE) and one degree awarded by the University
of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business (UB-FEB). LSE, providing the academic direction for this programme, shall develop syllabuses, prepare the study materials, and be responsible for the assessment of the students within this programme, while the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business would provide respective teaching (in English) and support for the programme.

KEY FACTS:

DURATION: 1 year UB-FEB + 3 years UoL (LSE) (240 ECTS)
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: University of London (academic direction by LSE): BSc

Economics and Finance
University of Belgrade -Faculty of Economics and Business:
Graduate Economist

QUALIFICATION AND CAREER PROSPECTS

This programme offers outstanding career opportunities, in international organizations, financial institutions, and public sector, non-for-profit
organizations or academia. The modern design of the program and its strong quantitative focus also provide excellent foundations for those
who want to pursue postgraduate studies, either in Serbia or at the top foreign universities.

BSC BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

‘BSc Business and Management’ is an undergraduate programme of the University of London (academic direction by The London School of Economics and Political Science – LSE), which is delivered at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business, leading to two parallel degrees – one degree awarded by the University of London (academic direction by LSE) and one degree awarded by the University
of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business (UB-FEB). LSE, providing the academic direction for this programme, shall develop syllabuses, prepare the study materials, and be responsible for the assessment of the students within this programme, while the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business would provide respective teaching (in English) and support for the programme.

KEY FACTS:

DURATION: 1 year UB-FEB + 3 years UoL (LSE) (240 ECTS)
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: University of London (academic direction by LSE):
BSc Economics and Finance
University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business:
Graduate Economist

Studies of Economics, Master
Available Places:

INTERNATIONAL MASTER PROGRAMMES
University of Belgrade – Faculty of Economics and Business offers four international master programs, which are fully taught in English:
• MSc in Quantitative Finance
• MSc in Applied Economics
• MSc in Business Informatics
• MSc in Taxation
General admission requirements for international master programmes

Candidates with bachelor degree of 180 ECTS are eligible to enrol in 2-year master programme, while those with bachelor degree of 240 ECTS (or more) are eligible to enrol both in 1-year or 2-year master programme. As the programmes are delivered in English, candidates are expected to have min. B2 level of English language competence. English language skills will be tested through the pre-admission interview. Candidates who have obtained a bachelor degree abroad should have their degrees formally recognized by the University of Belgrade. Additional information on this procedure are available at the University of Belgrade website.

INTERNATIONAL MASTER IN QUANTITATIVE FINANCE

International Master in Quantitative Finance (IMQF) is a one-year academic master programme in finance. Since its establishment in 2003, the IMQF programme has become a benchmark of quality in academic finance in South-Eastern Europe. The programme provides a background for CFA, FRM and PRM licences, as well as for a relevant PhD. Since the IMQF has been established as #1 master program in finance in this part of Europe, it provides access to a unique and vast alumni network. The programme graduates are in great demand at leading financial institutions, companies, regulatory agencies and international organisations in Serbia, as well as in global financial centres, such as New York, London, Paris, Amsterdam, etc.

KEY FACTS:

DURATION: 2 semesters (60 ECTS)
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics

INTERNATIONAL MASTER IN APPLIED ECONOMICS

International Master in Applied Economics (IMAE) trains students to combine cutting-edge theoretical models and state-of-the-art empirical tools, in evaluating the economic phenomena and economic policy. This programme provides modern curriculum and high-quality academic training, as well as the options for internships at reputable national and European policy and financial institutions, think tanks and corporations. Experience and exposure to practical problems during internship will facilitate student’s work on preparation of the master thesis, which can be focused on academic or applied/policy issues. Modern design of the programme and its strong quantitative focus provides an excellent foundation for those who want to pursue doctoral studies, either in Serbia or at the top foreign universities abroad.

KEY FACTS:

DURATION: 2 semesters (60 ECTS)
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics

INTERNATIONAL MASTER IN BUSINESS INFORMATICS

International Master in Business Informatics (IMBI) is a programme that combines learning and application of knowledge and skills and IT. This programme is designed for students aimed to acquire broad understanding of information systems and their role in business environment and want to develop an interdisciplinary approach to management of IT projects that will prepare them for a successful career.

KEY FACTS
DURATION: Route A: 2 semesters (60 ECTS)
for candidates with bachelor’s degree of 240 ECTS
Route B: 4 semesters (120 ECTS)
for candidates with bachelor degree of 180 ECTS
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics

INTERNATIONAL MASTER IN TAXATION

International Master in Taxation is a one-of-a-kind master programme organized jointly by the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Law and the University of Belgrade Faculty of Economics and Business. This programme represents a unique opportunity for those who are set to develop their professional careers in the field of taxation, as well as in financial and legal advisory, since it provides students with both legal and economic perspective of the tax phenomena, by combining a modern academic framework and set of skills in law, economics, finance and accounting. In order to provide students with state-of-the-art mix of competences, the programme will be delivered by renowned professors from both of these faculties, as well as by distinguished academics from abroad, while the top practitioners from consulting and law firms will provide students with insight into contemporary practice.

KEY FACTS:

DURATION: Route A: 2 semesters (60 ECTS)
for candidates with bachelor degree of 240 ECTS
Route B: 4 semesters (120 ECTS)
for candidates with bachelor degree of 180 ECTS
START: Applications: September; Start of semester: October Winter term
LANGUAGE: English
DEGREE: Master (MSc) in Taxation
(joint degree awarded by both the Faculty of Law and Faculty of Economics and Business)

WHO WE ARE?

What do we offer

Studying at the Faculty of Economics and Business is much more than mere teaching and learning. There is a great number of extracurricular activities that involve most of our students. Through students’ organizations they actively run their educational, business, humanitarian and entertainment projects. In this way, the students enrich their knowledge with practical experiences and establish valuable contacts with companies, the media and other partner institutions.