Apply now for the University of Bucharest Summer Scholarship in Romania Fully funded

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The Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE), the Bucharest University of Economic Studies Students’ Union (USASE) through the Students’ Senate, the Association of Faculties of Economics from Romania (AFER), with the academic mentoring of the The Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages (FABIZ) gladly invites you to take part in one of this summer’s most interesting educational experiences: Bucharest Summer University.

The 18th edition of the international summer school, held annually in Bucharest, gathers students from all over the world to discuss different topics in the economics field. The courses will take place between 11th and 25th of August 2024.

Together with speakers and professors from top universities and companies around the world, more than 40 participants will spend 2 weeks in the campus of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies, including one extended weekend to explore particular destinations across the country.

This year’s topic is Digital Transformation For New Business Models.


Do not miss the chance to apply for this year’s experience!

It’s the perfect opportunity to discover a new country, a lot of new people from all around the world and to learn a lot of great information!
How do you apply?

Write your Curriculum Vitae, fill in the Application Form and, depending on the application method you choose, the essay or the motivation letter. For more details, please join our Community or contact us at [email protected].

The Bucharest Summer University is the official summer school of the Bucharest University of Economic Studies organised annually by the Bucharest University of Economic Studies Students’ Union (USASE) and the ASE Students’ Senate, with the academic mentorship of one of the eleven faculties from our university.

The Bucharest Summer University is open for students from all levels (bachelor, masters and PhD), from Europe and all around the world. In order to take part, you have to choose between our three categories of applications:

  • Full Scholarship
  • Partial Payment
  • Total Payment

For the first one, you need to fill in the application form, the resume and an essay based on this year’s topic, following some specific guidelines.
The second one requires the application form, the resume and a motivational letter.
For the third one, it is necessary only the application form and the CV.

The summer school’s previous editions provided an international platform for cooperation among the following themes:

  • Globalisation through Business and Management
  • Public Value, Politics and Public Management in the European Union
  • Entrepreneurship and Agribusiness Intentions in the Global Economy
  • Financial Challenges and Opportunities in a Competitive Economy
  • Creativity and Innovation for Future Businesses, Energy and Economic Growth, Risk and Security in the Globalised World, Economic and Politic in the Globalised Society
  • The Four Fundamental Liberties of the European Union, Global Investment Strategies in the New Economic Reality and Information and Governance in the Future Global Economy.
  • Fintech: Challenges for Financial Services
  • Corporate Sustainability Reporting: Challenges & Opportunities

The previous editions aimed to bring together experienced international chairpersons and speakers, key players and professionals with different backgrounds, great experience and knowledge.

Among them, we mention:

  • Dr. Jeffrey R Franks (Former Chief of the International Monetary Fund Delegation in Romania)
  • Mitsuharu Mitsui, PhD (Professor at Okayama University of Commerce, Japan)
  • Aharon Tziner, PhD (Dean and Vice Rector of the School of Behavioral Sciences, Netanya Academic College),
  • His Excellency, Mr. Ambassador Sergiu Celac (EURISC manager, ex-Foreign Minister)
  • Robert Orttung, PhD (Assistant Director of the Institute for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies, Research Associate Professor of International Affairs)
  • Oystein Noreng, PhD (Professor of Petroleum Economics and Management at BI Norwegian School of Management, Oslo, Norway).

Besides the two weeks of classes, this event represents a great opportunity for the participants to discover a new culture through a series of planned recreational events and challenging activities, such as: Bucharest City Tour, an adventurous trip in Romania, team buildings, social events, Global Village (a presentation of each participant’s country in our project, an exhibition and tasting of traditional products) and many others.


Who can apply?

The Bucharest Summer University is open for University students from all levels (bachelor and masters), from Europe and all around the world. To quickly check if you need a visa please go to www.evisa.mae.ro (select the “Get Informed” tab (up left) and enter the following information:

  • passport issuing country,
  • type of passport,
  • purpose of your visit to Romania.

Entry requirements and visa information are also available at www.mae.ro.

Our participants will be accommodated in Moxa D, with cozy and modern double rooms.
The accommodation is free or included in the price (for those who are applying for Partial and Total Payment).

You can choose between 3 types of application:

  • Full Scholarship (free)
  • Partial Payment (€)
  • Total Payment (€).

The advantage of the Total Payment is that you don’t need to write an essay or a motivation letter and you’ll receive the answer quickly in order to better manage your time and to book a cheaper flight (take into account that the flights are expensive during the summer). None of the payment methods include transportation costs for coming and leaving Romania. During your stay in Romania, take into consideration that there will be some costs for taxi or public transportation, laundry washing and museum tickets.

 Note: The VISA and plane tickets are not insured by the institution!

This international cultural and academic event will take place every year in August in BucharestRomania.

Besides the two weeks of classes, this event represents a great opportunity for the participants to discover a new culture through a series of planned recreational events and challenging activities, such as: Bucharest City Tour, an adventurous trip in Romania, team buildings, social events, Global Village.

The sessions will be based on this year’s topic.

The two weeks period of courses will also include seminars, workshops and debates sustained or moderated by renowned professors and national and international specialists.

Price: Free*

Deadline: 20th of May 2024

Results: 1st of June 2024 (if no deadline extension is applied)

Requirements: CV + Essay (sent using the Application form) + Motivation Letter

About the essay:

  • Format: 2000 words (Times New Roman, Size 12, Spacing 1,5 |
  • Topic: Cross-border e-commerce revolution. Analyzing Shein’s rise and its global impact
  • Essay Structure:
    1. Introduction
    2. The rise of Shein
    • history & development
    • business model and strategy
    • key factors in success
    1. Shein’s global impact
    • Market expansion and penetration
    • Impact on traditional retail
    • Supply chain innovations
    1. Challenges and controversies
    • Regulatory and legal challenges
    • Sustainability and ethical concerns
    1. The future of cross-border e-commerce
    • Lessons from Shein’s business model
    • Emerging trends and technologies
    1. Conclusion
    2. References
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