| Code | S2-IM |
|---|---|
| Organizational unit | Poznan University of Economics and Business |
| Field of studies | Innovation Management |
| Form of studies | full-time |
| Level of education | second-cycle programme |
| Educational profile | general academic |
| Language(s) of instruction | English |
| Admission limit | 30 |
| Duration | 4 semesters |
| Required document | |
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Innovation Management is an area within the discipline of management and quality, which has been developing very dynamically over recent years. Having become an integral part of business activity, issues of economic innovation manifest themselves not only through the search for innovative products or new business models, but also through steadily growing R&D budgets.
Programme:
Basic Information:
- field of study: management
- program name: Innovation Management
- mode of study: full-time second cycle studies of general academic profile
- leading discipline: management and quality sciences
QUALIFICATION PRINCIPLES:
Full-time second-cycle studies in the Innovation Management major last four semesters.
The admission to this field of study is open to graduates of public and non-public higher education institutions who hold a diploma of completion of first-cycle studies, second-cycle studies, long-cycle master's studies or equivalent.
Ranking points are determined based on the grade point average from the diploma used as the basis for admission.
Ranking point calculation details.
The University reserves the right not to open a particular course of study if the number of candidates for that course is less than 20. Candidates for this field of study are offered admission to another field of study conducted in English, and if there is no interest, the recruitment fee is refunded.
RECRUITMENT STAGES
- In the first stage of recruitment, candidates apply online. Personal data and recruitment data are entered on the form. The online application is a compulsory part of the recruitment process. In the first stage of recruitment, candidates also pay a recruitment fee.
After the closing date for applications, the Recruitment Committees announce ranking lists and point limits designating groups of candidates qualified to submit documents.
- In the second stage of recruitment, candidates submit the required documents. If the documentation submitted by a candidate is complete, that candidate is admitted to the degree programme.
ADMISSIONS DEADLINES
Electronic enrolment for full-time first degree programmes taught in English will begin from 10 April.
Deadlines for electronic applications:
- until 22 July.
Deadline for payment of the recruitment fee (date of receipt into the designated bank account of PUEB):
- until 22 July.
Announcement of ranking lists:
- on 24 July (late afternoon).
Deadline for submitting documents by qualified candidates:
- on 30 July.
Admission Results
– 31 July 2026 (late afternoon).
FEES
The recruitment fee for one application is 85 PLN.
Payment details are visible in the "Payments" tab after submitting an application for the selected field.
NOTE!
The university does not refund the recruitment fee.
Applications without the recruitment fee are not considered.
Tuition fee
Studies taught in English are paid for equally by all students!
Tuition fees for first-cycle studies in English (years I - II) can be paid in two forms:
- one-time payment per semester in the amount of 7350* PLN
- in 5 monthly installments of 1510 PLN.
INSTRUCTIONS
The instructions for creating an account in the IRK system and submitting applications are available here.
Autopresentation
A video recording of the candidate speaking in English should last a maximum of 2 minutes. In the video, you may address some of the following topics:
– your greatest academic achievement;
– why you want to study at PUEB/in Poznań/in Poland;
– your plans after graduating from PUEB;
– hobbies you enjoy in your free time;
– your professional/voluntary experience.
You may also discuss other topics relevant to your application.
Candidates who completed education abroad
Certificates and diplomas issued abroad must be legalized or apostilled in the embassy or another responsible institution in the country of issue.
FOREIGN CANDIDATES
Recognition of foreign diplomas by NAWA
Candidates eligible for admission who hold a qualification other than
– a diploma or equivalent document issued by an institution operating within the education system of an EU, OECD or EFTA Member State that grants access to second‑cycle or Master’s studies in those countries, or
– a diploma or equivalent document issued by an institution from a country with which Poland has concluded a bilateral agreement on the mutual recognition of education (https://www.gov.pl/web/edukacja/umowy-dwustronne),
must submit, together with the full set of required documents, a written confirmation issued by the Director of the National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) stating that their qualification entitles them to apply for admission to studies in Poland.
For more information, please visit the following NAWA websites:
NAWA website – recognition: https://nawa.gov.pl/en/recognition/recognition-for-academic-purposes
- NAWA website – how to obtain a recognition statement: https://nawa.gov.pl/en/recognition/how-to-obtain-a-recognition-statement/secondary-school-certificate
- SYRENA System for applicants: https://syrena.nawa.gov.pl/#
ENGLISH LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES
A language certificate confirming proficiency in English at the level required by law is:
| Certificate | Required score |
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Minimum 5,5 |
|
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC L&R) |
Minimum 785 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL - Essential) | Minimum 8 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL – iBT) | Minimum 72 |
| Linguaskill Business | Minimum 160 |
| Business Language Testing Service (BULATS) | Minimum 60 |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) | Minimum 59 |
| London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) | Minimum Level 5 |
| B2 First (previously known as FCE) | Minimum 160 |
| Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) | C1 pass |
| Certificate of Proficiency of English (CPE) | C2 pass |
| Business English Certificate (BEC Vantage) | B2 pass |
| Business English Certificate (BEC Higher) | C1 pass |
NULTE Network of University Language Testers in Europe:
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B2 pass
C1 pass |
In addition, the following are also accepted:
- a certificate of completion of a preparatory course for studies referred to in Article 60, paragraph 4, of the Act of December 12, 2013, lasting no less than 9 months, certifying knowledge of a given foreign language in four language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing, at a language proficiency level of B2, C1, or C2;
- a diploma of completion of a first-cycle, second-cycle, or long-cycle master's degree program in philology in a given foreign language or applied linguistics, issued by a university operating within the higher education and science system of the Republic of Poland or a foreign university, along with a diploma supplement or
- a certificate confirming that the number of hours of instruction in that foreign language was at least 500; a diploma of completion of first-cycle, second-cycle, or long-cycle master's studies issued by a higher education institution operating within the higher education and science system of the Republic of Poland or a foreign university, containing information about the language of instruction for the studies, and if the diploma does not contain such information, additionally a diploma supplement or a certificate containing information about the language of instruction for the studies;
- an International Baccalaureate Diploma – for the primary language;
- a European Baccalaureate Diploma – for the first (L1) or second (L2) language;
- a certificate of acquisition of the qualifications to practice as a sworn translator of a given foreign language issued by the Minister of Justice, referred to in Article 5, Section 2 of the Act of 25 November 2004 on the profession of sworn translator, or a certificate confirming entry on the list of sworn translators of a given foreign language.
A European Union citizens who does not possess the above-mentioned certificate may take the PUEB placement exam during the recruitment process.
Candidates who do not have the above-mentioned document during the enrolment process are requested to submit it for approval to the Admissions Team immediately after receiving it via the IRK inquiry form.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Qualified candidates must submit the following documents to the university:
– application form (according to the established template),
– the original or a certified copy of the original diploma/certificate of completion of a Bachelor's or Master's degree abroad with apostille or legalization (for inspection); the university will prepare a certified copy and return the original;
– a diploma suplement/ transcript of records/certificate of the grade point average from the studies being the basis for admission to second-cycle studies conducted in English at PUEB,
– personal questionnaire with candidate's photo,
– document confirming name change (if applicable),
– the NAWA recognition statement confirming the right to continue education in Poland,
– eligibility statement - certificate confirming the right to undertake studies in the country of issue (if not specified on the document),
– certified translation into Polish (if the document is in a language other than Polish or English),
– proof of payment of the recruitment fee,
– document confirming English language proficiency at B2 level (according to the ministerial regulation). European Union citizens who do not possess the required English certificate may take an English exam at PUEB.
Foreigners must additionally submit:
– a copy of health insurance,
– a copy of a document entitling them to free‑of‑charge education in English (if applicable),
– certificate of Polish origin (if declared).
Document submission
Documents are accepted only from candidates on the ranking lists, qualified for the second stage.
Announcement of ranking lists: 24 July 2026.
Deadline for document submittion: 30 July 2026.
Documents in a white folder are accepted at the International Cooperation Office.
Candidates who obtained enough points and submitted all required documents are admitted.
CONTACT
International Relations Office
Poznań University of Economics and Business
Al. Niepodległości 10,
61‑875 Poznań
Tel. +48 61 856 93 05
E-mail: admissions@ue.poznan.pl
Room 120 open Monday-Friday 09:00-14:00.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Information on ranking point limits from previous years
Student dormitories
Information on social and scholarship matters
Information on the Erasmus+ programme
Study rules and regulations
Refund form and policy
DETAILED REGULATIONS
The conditions and procedure for admission to the first year of full‑time second‑cycle studies at the Poznań University of Economics and Business in the academic year 2026/2027 are specified in Senate Resolution No. 78 (2024/2025) of 30 June 2025.
Senate Resolution No. 31 (2025/2026)
Annex No. 1 to Resolution No. 77 (2024/2025)
Information on fees for students starting studies in the academic year 2026/2027.
Annex to Rector’s Ordinance No. 34/2026 of 31 March 2026.
The regulations on fees for educational services constitute an annex to Order No. 54/2019 of the Rector of the UEP of 1 October 2019.