New Master’s in Intellectual Property Management established at Corvinus University

Corvinus University of Budapest, the Hungarian Intellectual Property Office (HIPO), and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) have established a Master’s in Intellectual Property Management, a new joint programme combining the economic, legal and management aspects of intellectual property.

As part of the WIPO Academy’s growing collaboration in the area of IP higher education with universities around the word, this initiative aims to train professionals who can turn innovation, knowledge and creativity into strategic value.

“Intellectual property is the invisible engine of the knowledge-based economy,” said Professor Bruno van Pottelsberghe, Rector of Corvinus University of Budapest, who previously served for two years as Chief Economist at the European Patent Office. “In a world where ideas and innovation increasingly define competitiveness, understanding how to manage and protect intellectual property is essential for both companies and policymakers. The professional partnership with WIPO and HIPO enables Corvinus to offer a truly international programme that combines academic excellence with practical expertise, preparing students to navigate the complex, global IP landscape and to contribute to sustainable economic growth.”

Representing the national policy dimension, Szabolcs Farkas, President of the HIPO, added,

“Education, dissemination of knowledge and raising awareness in the field of IP are strategic goals for us. I truly believe that the establishment of the Joint Master’s Programme in IP Management will contribute to further strengthening the IP and innovation ecosystem not only in Hungary and the region but also internationally. Training new professionals may benefit all who have an interest in the creation, protection and exploitation of IP assets in the future.”

Highlighting the value of international cooperation, Hasan Kleib, Deputy Director General, Regional and National Development Sector, WIPO, noted,

“Through this Joint Master’s Programme in IP Management, WIPO, together with the HIPO and Corvinus University of Budapest is investing in the next generation of leaders who will use intellectual property as a driver to transform ideas into impact and to drive creativity, innovation, and sustainable development.”

The Intellectual Property Management MSc, starting in September 2026, will be a one-year English-language programme that welcomes students seeking to build careers at the intersection of law, economics and management. It will equip participants to turn innovations into strategic assets in both national and global markets, develop expertise in IP law, valuation, licensing and commercialisation, and gain practical skills in entrepreneurship, business strategy and technology management.

Through real-world case studies and close collaboration with experts from HIPO and WIPO, students will strengthen their analytical and decision-making capabilities and prepare for leadership roles in intellectual property management, innovation, or academic research. The programme will be the first of its kind in Hungary.