Overview

Graduates of the International Economic Relations research degree from Bratislava University of Economics and Business are equipped with fundamental theoretical knowledge corresponding to international criteria, enabling them to find employment in national and international companies that require a comprehensively prepared expert in the field of international economic relations, capable of solving complex practical tasks and appropriate theoretical tasks.

The university's extensive international ties allow students to attend courses taught by experts from leading universities around the world in addition to internationally recognized local university teachers. Students devote themselves independently to the original research programme, which is closely supervised and led by faculty members. In this regard, they cooperate mainly with their supervisor.

Career prospects

Diplomat, consul

Head of the diplomatic mission

Executive of the parliamentary and governmental agenda

Specialist in the field of parliamentary and governmental agenda

Executive in international relations

Protocol specialist

Foreign trade policy specialist

Economic analyst, forecaster

University assistant professor

Research and development manager

Executive of a research institution

Programme Structure

Based on the data, the interdisciplinary nature of the study programme International Economic Relations creates opportunities for its graduates to be employed in various fields. They work in positions as scientific and educational personnel at universities, academic officials, in scientific and research institutions, and hold managerial positions in third-sector organizations.

Furthermore, they serve in expert, managerial, and administrative roles in ministries, the Office of the President of the Slovak Republic, European and international institutions, work as advisors and diplomats at embassies. Lastly, they take on managerial positions in the business sector.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-07 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bratislava, Slovakia

Disciplines

Economics International Relations View 9 other PhDs in Economics in Slovakia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

CV or Resume

Motivation Letter

Framework project ranged the dissertation topic

List of published professional and scientific works

Decision on the Recognition of Master Diploma (Applicant is oblidged to apply for recognition at EUBA sufficient time in advance)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year

Living costs

Bratislava

Slovakia

600 - 980 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Talented students with excellent academic performance are eligible for EUBA’s merit scholarship. Merit scholarship is possible to be received only after the first year of study is completed at the EUBA and only best students are awarded. Students do not have to apply for this scholarship, best students will be contacted automatically by the study department of the respective faculty.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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