Budapest, 2026 – Gábor Dénes University (GDE) has introduced a groundbreaking fintech specialization within its Business Informatics bachelor’s program for the 2025/26 academic year, becoming the first Hungarian university to offer such a program.
Designed with a strong practical focus, the curriculum was developed by leading fintech professionals and entrepreneurs to equip students with hands-on knowledge of the latest financial technologies. This semester, second-year students have begun attending fintech-focused lectures and workshops delivered by renowned experts from the business sector.
“Fintech is one of the fastest-growing fields today, offering countless opportunities. By the time our students graduate, they will have acquired knowledge that gives them a competitive edge in the labor market,” said Dr. Ferenc Dietz, President of GDE.
The two-semester specialization covers six core subjects, from startup concept development to cutting-edge marketing strategies. Students also explore crucial contemporary topics, including sustainability, ethical financial services, digital transformation in banking, and open banking—all presented by experts active in the field.
Dr. Viktor Urbán, program coordinator and head of the Blockchain Coalition, emphasized that the specialization offers deep insights into fintech management, financial service processes, and foundational development practices. Notably, the curriculum includes a unique standalone course covering NFTs, tokenization, blockchain applications in finance, and fintech design—an unprecedented approach in Hungarian higher education.
GDE ensures high-quality instruction through expert-led teaching, a state-of-the-art FinTech Lab for research and corporate training, and the finTECH Gallery forum, which fosters collaboration between academia and industry while providing a platform for networking and professional exchange, added Dr. Dietz.
With this initiative, Gábor Dénes University is preparing a new generation of professionals ready to meet the challenges of the digital economy, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world fintech practice.
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