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Possibility for hybrid learning
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Sofia, Bulgaria
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Participation in real business simulations
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International Partnerships
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90% of graduates find employment in their major
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Erasmus +
The ERASMUS program provides opportunities for studying at various European higher education institutions. The period for student mobility for studies is regulated by the European Commission (a minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 12 months) and can be completed within one academic year.
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Accommodation
About the University
The Higher School of Insurance and Finance (VUZF), Sofia, is a leading private higher education institution in Bulgaria, specializing in the fields of business, economics, management, marketing and entrepreneurship. With its reputation as an innovative and proactive institution, VUZF is ranked in the top 3 of the best higher education institutions in Bulgaria in the field of "Economics" for 2023, according to the official Ranking System.
With accreditations from the National Agency for Assessment and Accreditation in Bulgaria and international organizations such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), VUZF offers programs at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Students have the opportunity to obtain a double degree in partnership with the Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Germany.
A distinctive feature of VUZF is its close cooperation with leading companies and organizations, which provides students with competitive advantages and successful implementation in the labor market. A high percentage of graduates find professional fulfillment. VUZF graduates are among the highest-paid economic specialists in Bulgaria, with a taxable income of 3,301 leva per month according to data from the National Social Security Institute for 2023.
VUZF's mission is to prepare highly qualified specialists who meet the modern requirements of the economy, while also developing academic knowledge in the field. The joining of world-renowned experts such as Prof. Richard Werner and Sir Graham Watson to the VUZF team is proof of the high international standard of education.
The university's modern approach to education ensures that the programs offered are up-to-date and adapted to the needs of business, establishing VUZF as one of the leading educational institutions in Bulgaria.
VUZF establishes and maintains partnership relationships with prestigious universities from all over the world. A number of agreements have been concluded for cooperation and joint activities, exchange of lecturers and joint organization of conferences and seminars, joint bachelor's and master's programs, participation in joint projects, etc.
VUZF offers its students to study remotely in the courses of the bachelor's program "Business Administration" of the Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts. In this way, they will receive a second diploma from the prestigious German university, in parallel with their Bulgarian diploma.
The training is carried out in English and includes various and modern disciplines such as the application of blockchain technologies in business, electronic human resource management, ERP systems and digital transformation, logistics and global trade, international marketing, supply chain management, global business, team management and leadership, strategic human resource management, etc.
Application is made after the first year only and it is mandatory for each candidate to have a new B2 in English and a certificate. They have a 135 euro administrative fee per semester and the last two semesters each have a 1000 euro tuition fee.
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Bachelor
- Information Technology and Business Management Joint Program with Veliko Tarnovo University "St. Cyril and Methodius"
- Business Strategies and Project Management
- Finance and International Business
- Insurance and Provision
- Business Psychology and Human Resources
- Accounting and Audit
- Management, Marketing and Digital Business
- Business Management and Marketing (Taught in English)
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Master's
- Economics and Organization of Medical Institutions Joint Program with Medical University-Pleven
- Finance and Environmental Reporting
- Insurance Business and Financial Technologies
- International Banking and Finance (taught in English)
- Finance
- Accounting, Auditing and Corporate Analysis
- Digital Marketing
- Fintech, Finance and Digital Innovations In Partnership with Bulgarian Fintech Association
- Green Economy and Sustainable Development
- Insurance Business and Risk Management
- Financial Management and Marketing
- Municipal Finance Joint Program with Veliko Tarnovo University "St. Cyril and Methodius"
- Business Software and ERP Platforms In Partnership with "ERP Academy"
- Banking Management and Investment Activities In Partnership with Fibank (First Investment Bank)
- Human Resources Management and Leadership
- Business Management and Marketing (taught in English)
Financial Terms
Bachelor Programs | Master Programs | |
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Semester Fee | 1700 EU | 1700 EU |
Accommodation | varies | varies |
Living Expenses | varies | varies |
*Semester fees apply only to English-taught programs.