Corporate Finance

The specialisation in the field of study Finance

The specialisation in the Finance field of study where students LEARN TO EARN

Transform your passion to finance into a rewarding career by enrolling in our Corporate Finance programme.  

  • Get knowledge how to manage the financial infrastructure of companies, projects and assets to ensure a steady flow of funds and continued profitability, while managing internal and external risks. In simple terms – learn to earn with Lazarski University!
  • Our academic staff are experienced business practitioners who bring their own expertise into the classroom, providing you with practical and insightful learning experiences.
  • Get to meet professionals from the Warsaw and international business area during our guest speaker events, where a possible job opportunity is often just a question or a handshake away.
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Type of studies: Bachelor’s degree
Language of instruction:
English
Duration: 3 years
Studies mode:
  • full-time studies

Programme description

The Corporate Finance programme will prepare you for leadership roles in finance: 

  1. First, you will learn how to manage assets, liabilities and equity of companies, so that they can achieve their highest profit-generating potential.
  2. Then, you will learn how to evaluate and select projects.
  3. Next, you will be taught how to procure funds from lenders, investors and public institutions, which are becoming more popular. To manage a company or a project existing within a firm, you need to understand it. Therefore, we will teach you how to analyse companies.
  4. Your studies will end with two classes devoted to the state-of-the-art simulation game, where our business-experienced staff will guide you in a decision-making process associated with managing a business. 

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Don’t worry about building your professional experience in Warsaw - this city has everything you need to thrive!
Warsaw is the perfect location to build your career in the heart of Europe.
Don’t worry about building your professional experience in Warsaw - this city has everything you need to thrive!

Warsaw is the perfect location to build your career in the heart of Europe. 

With Poland’s booming economy and Lazarski University’s world-class education, you'll be at the center of innovation and great career opportunities. The city offers a dynamic environment where you can gain valuable experience and connect with thriving industries. Studying in Poland not only equips you with a globally recognized degree but also opens doors to numerous job prospects. 

Your future starts here — embrace the opportunity to study in one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies!

At Lazarski University in Warsaw, you're not just earning a degree but building a global network.
Studying in Poland is an incredible opportunity to connect and grow!
At Lazarski University in Warsaw, you're not just earning a degree but building a global network.

As the capital of one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies, Warsaw offers a vibrant environment where you can engage with ambitious students, industry leaders, and international professionals. 

With world-class education and strong industry connections, Lazarski University is your gateway to success. 

Don’t miss the chance to turn your ambitions into reality and embark on a transformative journey that will open doors to a bright future!

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Target audience

This programme is for those who:

  • want to pursue a career path that includes solving complex financial problems and managing the financial infrastructure of companies,
  • aspire to take leadership positions in finance, such as project managers,
  • want to become Chief Financial Officers in their business career,
  • are open to learn through practice and ready for challenges that go beyond traditional teaching, this course is perfect for you!  

Studies programme

Our curriculum covers topics related to these core areas: 

  • Introduction to Corporate Finance
  • Firm Management
  • Firm Financing
  • Firm Analysis
  • Simulation Game

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to choose optional courses, covering topics such as the role of finance in life and business, personal investments, neo-finance, building an investment portfolio and other topical issues related to finance. 

Programme benefits

  • Practical knowledge from experts: our programme focuses on practical skills that are applied daily in business by lecturers,
  • An effective mode of study: necessary tools (e-learning platform, IT infrastructure, sequential system of classes allowing integration of professional activity with studies),
  • Opportunity to participate in investment portfolio management competition,   
  • A chance to collaborate with faculty on projects that go beyond those completed in class,
  • Continuous support from lecturers and the programme director:
    • they will guide you towards internships and further professional development in line with your interests and life goals,
    • access to workshops and lectures, organised many times in a year, with practitioners from outside the University, who share their experiences along with the mistakes they had made in the past and the conclusions they drew from them later on,
    • opportunities for high earnings after graduation or even during studies: the financial sector is consistently ranked as one of the best in terms of earnings (e.g. according to the Antal's 2023 report),
    • be rewarded for academic achievements and extracurricular activities through opportunities such as participating in educational trips and conferences, enhancing learning experience and profess

Academic staff

Tomasz Napiórkowski PhD MBA

MBA Decision Science and Economics graduate. In his career he has successfully completed more than 40 consulting projects for national and international clients in both the private and public sectors. Lecturer at our university since 2014.

Karol Strzała, MBA

Deputy director of the Finance and Accounting program. Graduate of law at Lazarski University, and finance and accounting at the Warsaw School of Economics.

Deepanshu Lakhwan

Lecturer, graduate of MSc in International Business Economics. Seasoned trader in the US equity and commodity markets, with over 9 years of Experience.

Job prospects

This programme graduates can work as:

  • Management staff
    • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
    • Finance Project Manager
    • Corporate Finance Specialist
    • Corporate Finance Manager
    • International Finance Specialist
  • Members of analytical teams
    • Finance Controller
    • Financial Analyst
    • Investment Analyst

Tuition fee

full-time studies
Study Fees - 1 year
(2 semesters)

2 x 2400 EUR

Study Fees - 2 year
(2 semesters)

2 x 2520 EUR

Application process

  1. Register online
    You can enrol for our University in a few simple steps:

  2. Pay admission fee and submit your documents
    Admission fee is PLN 85* (bank account details will be available in the Candidate’s Account after online registration)
    *Lazarski University graduates are exempt from the admission fee. Please, note that admission fee is non-refundable.
     
  3. Deliver documents to the Admissions Office.

  4. Wait for the enrolment decision
    You will receive your acceptance letter by email or in the Admissions Office.

  5. Congratulations - you are a student!
    Are you already among our students? We encourage you to download all useful information we have prepared for those who are beginning their studies at Łazarski University! Student Welcome Pack.

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