November 28, 2026, Budapest, Hungary, Crowne Plaza Budapest Hotel (address: Váci út 1-3., 1062 Budapest, Hungary)

Organised by Baltic Council for International Education

About the Forum
Master's Forum Budapest is an international student recruitment event created exclusively for graduate education.

The Forum brings together leading universities, business schools and higher education institutions from around the world offering Master's degrees, MBA programmes, postgraduate qualifications and research opportunities.

Designed for a new generation of internationally minded students and young professionals, Master's Forum combines a focused university exhibition with expert-led information sessions, networking opportunities and career-oriented discussions.

The event provides institutions with an opportunity to meet highly motivated prospective students who are actively planning their next academic and professional step.

Why Participate?
Graduate education is one of the fastest-growing sectors of international student recruitment.

Prospective Master's students are typically well-informed, highly motivated and actively comparing universities, countries, career opportunities and funding options.

Master's Forum has been designed specifically to connect universities with this audience.

Participating institutions will have the opportunity to:
•    promote Master's, MBA and postgraduate programmes;
•    recruit motivated applicants;
•    meet university graduates and young professionals;
•    strengthen institutional visibility in Hungary;
•    participate in expert discussions and networking activities;
•    establish new partnerships with universities, organisations and employers.                                                 

Visitor Profile
The Forum is aimed at visitors who are actively considering graduate education in Hungary or abroad.

Expected audience includes:
•    Final-year Bachelor's students;
•    Recent university graduates;
•    Young professionals;
•    MBA candidates;
•    Career changers;
•    Future PhD applicants and researchers;
•    University career advisers;
•    Alumni interested in further education.

Visitors typically range between 21 and 35 years of age and are looking for international study opportunities that support long-term academic and career development.

Programmes Promoted
Participating institutions may present:
•    Master's Programmes;
•    MBA and Executive MBA;
•    Executive Education;
•    Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas;
•    Pre-Master's Programmes;
•    PhD and Research Opportunities;
•    Graduate Pathway Programmes;
•    Continuing Professional Education.                                                                                                                                      

Event Format
Master's Forum Budapest combines an international university fair with a practical and engaging information programme.         

Opening Forum
The day begins with an introduction by Baltic Council, providing visitors with an overview of graduate education opportunities, participating institutions and guidance on how to make the most of the event.

University Fair
Throughout the day visitors meet university representatives, discuss programmes, admission requirements, scholarships and career opportunities.

Expert Sessions
Short interactive presentations cover topics such as:
•    Choosing the Right Master's Programme
•    Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
•    Master's or MBA?
•    Career Opportunities After Graduation
•    Alumni Experiences
•    International Mobility
Sessions are educational in nature and designed to provide practical guidance rather than institutional promotion.                       

Organised by Baltic Council for International Education
For more than two decades, Baltic Council for International Education has successfully organised international student recruitment events across Central and Eastern Europe, connecting thousands of prospective students with leading educational institutions worldwide.
Master's Forum represents the next step in this development — a specialised event dedicated entirely to graduate education and international career opportunities.

Join Master's Forum Budapest