Success of students at the 24th European Accounting Week

The 24th European Accountancy Week (EAW) took place between March 11 and 16 in Lodz, Poland. The Faculty of Economics of the University of Sopron was represented by Gréta Baán International Management student and Márk Trinkl in tourism and catering, as well as lecturer Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles.

Back in 2012, the Faculty of Ec joined the European Taxation and Accounting in Practice (ETAP), which includes practice-oriented accounting education and the exchange of experience and knowledge between teachers and students of the participating institutions, in addition to familiarization with international financial reporting standards. The working language of the organization is English, so the participating students also have the opportunity to develop their professional language.

Currently, the ETAP network has a total of 17 higher education institutions from 15 European countries as members. 89 students and 25 teachers took part in the event in Lodz. The online education of the students started already at the beginning of the year and the result of the joint work was a financial analysis, which was presented to the "investors". During the week, the participating lecturers gave lectures on the main areas of accounting based on international accounting standards, after which the students had to solve practical examples and case studies. The teams of four, which consisted of students from different countries, worked together throughout the week on tasks related to individual topics, but the presentation of the financial analysis was the real challenge, as they had to give an account of what they had learned so far.

In addition to the participation, our faculty's reputation was also enhanced: Márk Trinkl's tourism and catering student team won first place in the "Best Presentation" category, while Gréta Baán's international management student team won the "Best Financial He won third place in the Analysis" category.

The participants of the EAW were able to enrich their previous knowledge with useful information, both from a professional (accounting, financial) and linguistic point of view. For students, this is a great opportunity to compete at the international level and gain experience. There will be European Accounting Week again next year, and we hope to return home with similar successes.

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International Students of the Lámfalussy Faculty went to explore Bábolna and Komárom

On the 3^rd of May, the international students of the Lámfalussy Faculty of Economics embarked on a journey to Bábolna and Komárom, immersing themselves in a day filled with history, culture, and horses.

The trip was a unique experience, where the students gained a deeper insight into the history of the surrounding area.

The day started with a bus ride, hoping that the rain would stop until they reached the destination. The first stop was in Bábolna, visiting the Bábolna Nemzeti Ménesbirtok (The Stud of Bábolna). Here, amidst the nostalgic surroundings, they delved into the rich history of the stud. They had the opportunity to meet and pet the majestic stallions and learn about their significance in Hungarian culture and heritage.

Following the visitation, the group went to a local restaurant in Komárom, where some had their first taste of palacsinta (Hungarian crepe).

The journey ended with a guided tour in the Star Fortress, a historical memorial site. Led by a knowledgeable guide, the students learned about the strategic importance of the Fortress(es). Moreover, they delved into art history, gaining a deeper understanding of the time period between the ancient times and the Renaissance.

Overall, the day in Komárom was a mixture of education, exploration, and fun.

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National Higher Education Scholarship

A National Higher Education Scholarship may be awarded to students with outstanding achievement in studier or outstanding professional work performed.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 20th June 2024

Further information:

INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR THE NATIONAL HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Points system for the award of the national higher education scholarship

NATIONAL HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP 2024-2025 - APPLICATION FORM

Call for Papers – „International Scientific Conference 2024”

Dear University Citizens; Lecturers, Researchers and Students! 

The Alexandre Lamfalussy Faculty of Economics is organizing its traditional International Scientific Conference on the occasion of the Hungarian Science Festival on 7 November 2024. 

We announce our conference in the hope of meeting you in person, but we are also extending the possibility of online participation. 

The title of the conference: "Sustainability Transitions – Innovation Ecosystems – Digital Solutions" 

Planned topics/sessions:

• Natural resources, green economy, circular economy, bioeconomy;
• Environmental economics, ecological economics, organic farming;
• Sustainable economy and management;
• Financial and accounting issues in sustainable economic decisions;
• Tourism and marketing, sustainable tourism;
• Global and regional aspects of sustainable development;
• Social challenges and innovations in sustainable development;
• Methodological challenges of sustainable development.

Official languages of the conference: English, German and Hungarian.

If you wish to attend the conference, please register for the afternoon sessions with scientific presentation.

Registration deadline: 18 October 2024. Extended: 25 October 2024.

The deadline for submission of papers (written versions of the conference presentations) is 2 December 2024.

More information (in English) and registration on the conference website: https://lkk.uni-sopron.hu/conference

All interested persons are welcome to attend our conference.

Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna SZÉLES

Dean, Conference Chairperson

Call for papers (pdf)

UNIVERSITY OF SOPRON COLLABORATES WITH SAPIENTIA EMTE FOR PROMOTIONAL AND FINAL EXAMS

In July 2024, Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania's Miercurea Ciuc campus witnessed a remarkable confluence of academic excellence and international collaboration. Representatives from the University of Sopron, Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles PhD, Dean of the Alexandre Lamfalussy Faculty of Economics, and Dr. habil. Zoltán Szabó PhD MBA, Director of International Affairs were invited to contribute to the committe’s work during the assistant professor and associate professor promotional exams, as well as the finance and marketing final exams which underscored the ongoing partnership between the two universities.

Associate Professor Exam Committee for Dr. Benedek Nagy

Chaired by Dr. Ede Lázár from Sapientia-EMTE

This committee comprised a diverse group of academics:

Prof. Dr. Rozalia Gabor from George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Târgu Mureș

Dr. habil. Zoltán Szabó from University of Sopron

Dr. Péter Emőke-Katalin from Sapientia-EMTE

Dr. Zoltán Zsolt Szakál from University of Debrecen

This committee's task was to evaluate the candidates' academic contributions, teaching capabilities, and research achievements, ensuring they meet the high standards required for the associate professorship.

Assistant Professor Exam Committee for Dr. Árpád Zoltán Fülöp

The Associate Professor Exam Committee was chaired by Prof. Dr. Zoltán Makó

The committee also included:

Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles, university professor from University of Sopron

Dr. Varga József, associate professor from Sapientia-EMTE

Dr. Nagy Benedek, assistant professor from Sapientia-EMTE

Dr. Illyés László, assistant professor from Sapientia-EMTE

Their role was to assess the qualifications and potential of candidates for the position of assistant professor, a crucial step in fostering new academic talent.

Final Exam Committees

The Marketing Final Exam Committee, chaired by Dr. habil. Zoltán Szabó from University of Sopron, evaluated students having analysed vaious aspects of the field with the members of the committee: Dr. Attila Szőcs and Dr. Beáta Kádár from Sapientia-EMTE

The Applied Economics and Finance Final Exam Committee chaired by Prof. Dr. József Varga from Sapientia-EMTE had a long day with more than twenty students presenting a number of interesting topics to the committee members: Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles from University of Sopron and Dr. Bíborka Eszter Bíró from Sapientia-EMTE.
These committees ensured that the students' diploma theses met rigorous academic standards, covering a wide range of intriguing and valuable topics.

Strengthening the Partnership

The presence of Prof. Dr. Széles and Dr. habil. Szabó at these important academic events is a testament to the robust partnership between the University of Sopron and Sapientia EMTE. This collaboration was highlighted during last year's celebration of the 20th anniversary of Csíki Közgáz - Csikszereda Economic Education, where representatives from both institutions commemorated two decades of educational excellence and cooperation.

Read our article about last year’s exams here: https://international.uni-sopron.hu/university-of-sopron-partner-institution-is-celebrating-20-years-at-sapinetia-emte

Conclusion

The events of July 5, 2024, at Sapientia EMTE's Miercurea Ciuc campus not only celebrated the academic achievements of its faculty and students but also reinforced the strong ties with the University of Sopron. The contributions of Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles PhD and Dr. habil. Zoltán Szabó PhD MBA exemplify the spirit of academic excellence and international cooperation, paving the way for continued success and mutual growth in the years to come.

Informing EU diplomats the results achieved by Lámfalussy Faculty in financial awareness

A meeting of EU diplomats dealing with financial regulation was held in Budapest on September 9-10 within the framework of the consecutive Hungarian presidency of the Council of the EU.

The main topics covered were financial awareness, the Capital Market Union, and the priorities of the EU legislative cycle. In the framework of the conference, the Alexandre Lámfalussy Faculty of Economics of the University of Sopron had the opportunity to present the results achieved so far in the framework of financial awareness, and to describe the main areas of the mentor program that has been successfully operating in recent years. On behalf of the Faculty, Prof. Dr. Zsuzsanna Széles gave a presentation on September 10, 2024 at the Budapest Congress Center for professional diplomats at the "Informal Financial Services Attaché Meeting" event.

Strengthening financial awareness is crucial, with the spread of digital financial services, not only the opportunities, but also the number of financial abuses are increasing. The purpose of the Financial Awareness Development Strategy is to expand the population's financial knowledge, reduce vulnerability and create a more aware society.