- 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.
- 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.
Corporate Finance
The specialisation in the field of study Finance
Transform your passion to finance into a rewarding career by enrolling in our Corporate Finance programme.
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:
- First, you will learn how to manage assets, liabilities and equity of companies, so that they can achieve their highest profit-generating potential.
- Then, you will learn how to evaluate and select projects.
- 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.
- 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.
See the main hightlights of the Corporate Finance programme!
See the main hightlights of the Corporate Finance programme!
Are these studies for you?
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.
Study 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.
We do not focus on teaching theory, beyond what is necessary.
We emphasise on transferring solid, proven skills that lecturers themselves have been using in their business activities for many years.
We do not focus on teaching theory, beyond what is necessary.
These skills can become assets when applying for a job or business cooperation. That is why most of the exercises in this specialisation are projects based on real business cases.
Detailed programme of the Corporate Finance specialisation
See what you will study!
Detailed programme of the Corporate Finance specialisation
Year 1
Semester 1
- Introduction to Business
- Introduction to Microeconomics
- Mathematics
- Information Technology for Business
- Academic Writing I (Advanced English)
- Athletics
- PE
Semester 2
1. Introduction to Macroeconomics
2. Introduction to Finance
3. Introduction to Marketing
4. Statistics for Business
5. Academic Writing II (Advanced English)
6. Athletics
7. Elective: Role of finance in life and business management
8.PE
Year 2
Semester 1
- Management Accounting
- Introduction to corporate finance
- Firm management I: Assets
- Firm management II: Liabilities and equity
- Strategic Management
- Language Elective I
- Elective: Introduction to personal investing
Semester 2
- Firm management III: Project evaluation and selection
- Firm management IV: Ethics in corporate finance
- Firm financing I: Debt and Equity
- Firm financing II: Public funds
- Firm analysis I: Liquidity, profitability, market value
- Language Elective II
- Elective: Investments IV: Neofinance
Year 3
Semester 1
- Firm analysis II: Debt, solvency, efficiency, valuation
- Firm simulation I: Simulation game (1/2)
- Project Writing Seminar I
- Firm simulation II: Simulation game (2/2)
- Internship
- Elective: Portfolio building I: Saftey net portfolio
Semester 2
- Project Writing Seminar II
- Internship
- Elective: Current topics in finance
Programme benefits
By choosing this programme you get:
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),
- a chance to participate in the investment portfolio management competition
- collaboration with faculty members on projects that go beyond those completed in class,
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),
access to contests and extracurricular activities
through opportunities such as participating in educational trips and conferences, enhancing learning experience,
continuous support from lecturers and the programme director
who will guide you towards internships and further professional development in line with your interests and life goals.
Are you considering studying in Poland but don't know where to start?
At our university, we make the admission process simple and stress-free!
Are you considering studying in Poland but don't know where to start?
Our team is here to support you throughout your visa application process, providing guidance and assistance every step of the way. While we won’t handle the entire process, we can answer your questions and offer advice.
You can reach us easily via WhatsApp, email, or phone, ensuring you have the help you need as you navigate this critical step in your academic journey.
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!
We appreciate and reward our students with unique opportunities, like a sponsored participation in the GAME Forum in New York (USA).
Find out more about it!
We appreciate and reward our students with unique opportunities, like a sponsored participation in the GAME Forum in New York (USA).
In 2025, Lazarski University organised an internal student competition with a special prize: a trip to New York, for the world-renowned Quinnipiac University Global Asset Management Education Forum.
This was a chance for 3 students to:
- represent our university on a global stage,
- network with top finance professionals,
- gain real-world insights and boost future careers.
And get ready - we will repeat this contest next year so you will get your chance to participate in it as well!
Academic staff
Tomasz Napiórkowski Ph.D.
Graduate of studies in the USA, over 40 consulting projects for domestic and international clients (private and public) and over 40 academic projects, ETF and bond investor.
Karol Strzała, MBA
Deputy director of the Finance and Accounting programme, entrepreneur and crypto investor focused on neo-finance and NFTs, member of the Polish Blockchain Association.
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.
Anna Napiórkowska, Ph.D.
Doctor of social sciences in the discipline of management and quality sciences, she specializes in business ethics, corporate responsibility and sustainability, and sustainable marketing.
Mudassira Sarfaz, Ph.D.
Researcher and lecturer with many years of experience, NCN Project Leader, specialist in data management.
Serhiy Zabolotny, Ph.D.
PhD in Economics, expert in Corporate Financial Management, lecturer at Lazarski University and Assistant Professor at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, author of over 65 scientific publications.
Andrew Nalichaev
Experienced specialist with extensive background in both traditional finance and blockchain.
Snizhana Radyk
Academic teacher with a background in finance and investment banking (CitiBank – Funds Reconciliation), multilingual, passionate about business, technology, and international relations.
Radoslaw Wierzbicki
Founder and CEO of Unsung Heroes Foundation, co-founder of two Polish startups, mentor
Piotr Wiśniewski, Ph.D.
experienced manager and scientist in the financial sector, an expert in investment management, international finance, and capital market analysis, with extensive experience in the public and private sectors
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
Partners
Tuition fees
for the academic year 2025-2026
full-time studies
Tuition Fee - 1 year
(2 semesters)
(2 semesters)
2 x 2400 EUR
Tuition Fee - 2 year
(2 semesters)
(2 semesters)
2 x 2520 EUR
Tuition Fee - 3 year
(2 semesters)
(2 semesters)
2 x 2640 EUR
Application process
Register online
You can enrol for our University in a few simple steps:- check qualification criteria,
- complete required documents,
- fill out the application form and proceed with the further application steps!
- 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.
- Deliver documents to the Admissions Office.
Wait for the enrolment decision
You will receive your acceptance letter by email or in the Admissions Office.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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Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Management
Type of studies: Bachelor’s degree
Language of instruction: English
Duration: 3 years
Studies mode:
- full-time studies
Decide on the forward-looking Personal Investment Portfolio specialisation and discover how to generate returns by effectively managing risks and opportunities within global financial markets.