Founded in 1991 IBS International Business School stands as a testament to ambition. It was the first private higher education college in Central Europe. This impressive institution has blossomed into a modern and dynamic business school. IBS boasts a collaborative culture. It blends academic rigor teamwork entrepreneurship and continuous innovation.
Students from over 100 countries enrich the learning environment. They gain not only degrees but also valuable skills and networking opportunities. These advantages provide lifelong competitive benefits. Dr Istvan Tamas the founder and Rector Emeritus believed IBS was the business school of the third millennium. He envisioned an institution that teaches students to learn work and live together. He stressed the importance of laying foundations for lifelong learning.
Dr Laszlo Lang another Rector Emeritus highlighted internationalization. He saw it not just as a market necessity but an opportunity. It provides intercultural education fostering personal growth self-esteem and tolerance. IBS embraces innovative curricula and best practices from around the world.
IBS’s vision is regional acknowledgment. It aims to be a multiply accredited multi-country provider of higher education. The school focuses on frontier areas of business and management. Its mission is to provide economically and culturally relevant English-language education. IBS is demand-led and customer-focused. It enhances learning builds confidence and creates opportunities for its students. The school values creativity innovation and the potential of every person.
The school began humbly in rented rooms near Kelenfoldi railway station. In 2014 IBS relocated to a new campus in Graphisoft Park in northern Budapest. Three brand new buildings now stand. A residence hall is close by. This riverside setting with a garden offers a perfect place for study and recreation. The park itself houses over 60 international and Hungarian companies providing a real business environment. This benefits students and graduates.
From a single BA in Business Studies program in 1991 IBS has expanded significantly. It now offers numerous Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. The first degrees were awarded in 1995. By 2012 over 3300 graduates had earned their credentials. IBS graduates are found worldwide. The school maintains strong ties with its alumni. Monthly Alumni Evenings foster this valuable network. A remarkable one-third of graduates remain active alumni members. This reflects the school’s commitment to its global community. The school’s partnership with The University of Buckingham ensures high standards and excellent graduate employability.