Personal Investment Portfolio

The specialisation in the field of study Finance

Choose those specialisation and discover how to generate returns by effectively managing risks and opportunities within global financial markets.

During these studies you will LEARN TO EARN!

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Type of studies: Bachelor’s degree
Language of instruction:
English
Duration: 3 years
Studies mode:
  • full-time studies
Inter-semester recruitment is underway

Admissions are only applicable for students transfering from different universities, in the process of recognition of their professional background or equivalent courses .

Programme description

The Personal Investment Portfolio programme is a unique study programme designed for individuals eager to develop practical investment skills and effective wealth management strategies. It focuses on helping you understand markets, manage risk, and allocate capital across different asset classes. By combining analytical tools with real-world market insights, the programme equips you to confidently design, build, and optimise your own investment portfolio, ensuring sound personal investment decisions and long-term financial independence in an ever-changing financial landscape.

What makes this programme stand out?

  • This programme involves analysing assets across various classes to optimise your investment portfolio.
  • 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. 

Detailed programme of the Personal Investment Portfolio specialisation
See what you will study!
Detailed programme of the Personal Investment Portfolio specialisation

Year 1

Semester 1

  1. Introduction to Business
  2. Introduction to Microeconomics
  3. Mathematics
  4. Information Technology for Business 
  5. Academic Writing I (Advanced English)
  6. 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. Role of finance in life and business management
  7. PE   

Year 2

Semester 1

  1. Management Accounting
  2. Introduction to personal investing
  3. Investments I: Stocks bonds and their markets
  4. Investments II: Minerals, energy, real-estate and similar investments
  5. Strategic Management
  6. Language Elective I
  7. Introduction to corporate finance

Semester 2

  1. Investments III: Foreign exchange and foreign exchange market
  2. Investments IV: Neofinance
  3. Psychology of investing: Risk management
  4. Psychology of investing: Behavioral finance
  5. Fundamental and technical financial analysis
  6. Language Elective II
  7. Firm management IV: Ethics in corporate finance

Year 3

Semester 1

  1. Portfolio building I: Saftey net portfolio
  2. Portfolio building II: Defensive, long-term portfolio
  3. Project Writing Seminar I 
  4. Portfolio building III: Active, short-term portfolio
  5. Internship
  6. Firm simulation I: Simulation game (1/2)

Semester 2

  1. Project Writing Seminar II
  2. Internship
  3. Elective: Current topics in finance
Business partners and events are the cornerstone of our programme!
We regularly hold events, workshops, contests, consulting projects and more.
Business partners and events are the cornerstone of our programme!

Institutions we work with incude: Citi, MoneyGram, Domański Zakrzewski Palinka, ING, Prudential, Deloitte, JP Morgan Chase, Noto360, ING Hubs Poland, PKO BP and our US partner: Quinnipiac University.

At our University your ambition won't go unnoticed!
We appreciate and reward our students with unique opportunities.
At our University your ambition won't go unnoticed!

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 keep repeating this contest! 

Are these studies for you?

This specialisation is ideal for you if you: 

  • aspire to become an investor or portfolio manager and want to gain practical skills in managing investment portfolios,
  • want to deepen your expertise in asset allocation and risk management as a fund manager,
  • aim to strengthen your ability to navigate global financial markets and build successful portfolios as a finance professional. 

 

Study programme

Our curriculum consists of four main components:  

  1. Introduction to personal finance and investment portfolio management: you will learn about a variety of assets, including traditional (e.g. stocks, bonds), non-traditional (e.g. real estate, minerals) and new (e.g. cryptocurrencies, NFTs) and how to manage them.
  2. Investment psychology and risk management: you will learn how to identify and minimize investment risks and understand the psychological aspects of investment decision-making.
  3. Techniques of financial market analysis: you will master fundamental and technical analysis of markets, which will help you make sound investment decisions.
  4. Building and managing an investment portfolio: you will acquire the skills to construct and manage an investment portfolio, considering different investment strategies and objectives. 

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. 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. 

Programme benefits

By choosing this programme you will:  

  • get specialised knowledge,

    updated with the latest investment trends and technologies and practical skills, comprehensive understanding of traditional, non-traditional, and new investment asset classes,

  • learn about techniques for managing investment risks effectively 

    and insights into behavioural finance to enhance decision-making in real-life investing, 

  • opportunity to participate in investment portfolio management competition,
     

  • learn from experienced lecturers 

    with extensive business backgrounds,

  • have a chance to study in an efficient mode,

    enabling you to combine professional activities with academic ones, with an access to e-learning platforms, IT infrastructure,

  • receive support from lecturers 

    and programme directors to secure internships and further career development,

  • participate in workshops, 

    organised by faculty with guest experts (from outside of university) who share their development paths and – above all – the mistakes they had made and the conclusions they drew from them later,

  • be rewarded for academic achievements and extracurricular activities

    through opportunities such as participating in educational trips and conferences, enhancing learning experience and professional networking.

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It is the perfect place to start your academic journey. We offer more than just education: we provide full support to help you feel confident, comfortable, and prepared from your first application step to everyday student life.
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  • Help in finding dormitories or private apartments
  • Step-by-step support tailored to your needs
  • Smooth and comfortable start in Warsaw

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  • Support with adaptation and everyday life in Warsaw
  • Friendly assistance throughout your transition

Modern Campus 🏫 

  • Prime location in Mokotów, close to metro and public transport
  • Modern classrooms, library, gym, cafeterias, and relaxation areas

Study & Live in Warsaw 📍 

  • Capital of one of Europe’s fastest-growing economies
  • Excellent career and job opportunities
  • Globally recognized degree

Networking & Career Growth 🤝

  • International student community
  • Strong industry connections
  • Build a global professional network while studying

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.

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.

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.

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

Graduates of this programme may work on various positions:  

  • Investment Analyst
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Financial Planner
  • Asset Manager
  • Risk Manager
  • Corporate Finance Professional
  • Wealth Manager

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Tuition fees
for the academic year 2025-2026

full-time studies
Tuition Fee - 1 year
(2 semesters)

2 x 2400 EUR

Tuition Fee - 2 year
(2 semesters)

2 x 2520 EUR

Tuition Fee - 3 year
(2 semesters)

2 x 2640 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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See also

Specialisation

Corporate Finance

Faculty: Faculty of Economics and Management

Type of studies: Bachelor’s degree

Language of instruction: English

Duration: 3 years

Studies mode:

  • full-time studies

Transform your passion to finance into a rewarding career by enrolling to this programme!

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