At the Heart of Global Business: What an Exchange in Hong Kong Is Really Like
Mark Verlitsky, a second-year student in the Business Management programme at HSE Graduate School of Business, shares his experience of intense competition for grades at a Hong Kong university, life in a beachside residence, and networking in one of the world’s leading financial centres.
Going on Exchange to Germany in my Fourth Year: a Last-Minute Decision That Was Worth It
Ulyana Belobrova, a fourth-year undergraduate student in the Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics programme, shares her experience of studying abroad at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS). n the article, she shares an honest story about deciding to go at the very last moment, discovering why German universities do not have seminars, travelling around Europe without limits, and the everyday culture shocks to expect.
Studying in Germany and a Bit More: Exchange Semester
Alexandra Kudryavtseva, a second-year student in the “Marketing and Market Analytics” programme, shares her experience of academic mobility in Germany — from getting a visa to student life in Würzburg.
HSE GSB Concludes Successful Participation in 13th I-Week on Sustainability at University of Antwerp
The delegation of the HSE Graduate School of Business concluded its participation in the 13th I-Week on Sustainability held during the period of March 23-27 at the University of Antwerp - Faculty of Business and Economics, marking another significant milestone in international academic collaboration. This year's event welcomed 542 participants representing 44 nationalities across 6 continents, with participants of this educational program joining both online and on campus. The diverse gathering brought remarkable energy and global perspectives that enriched every discussion and activity throughout this interdisciplinary intense week on sustainability.
Studying Abroad in China: Semester in Shanghai Jiao Tong University
“Academic mobility at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China became an important and enriching stage of my studies, allowing me to gain a deeper understanding of international business and to discover the culture of one of the most dynamic countries in the world.” Anastasia Atlasova, a second-year master’s student in the “International Management” program at the HSE Graduate School of Business, shares her experience of studying and living in Shanghai as part of an exchange program.
A Semester in Indonesia: Expanding New Horizons
“My international mobility experience in Jakarta, Indonesia, became an important and exciting stage in my academic journey, opening up a whole new world of education and cultural experiences”. Arina Nefedova, a 2nd-year master’s student in Business Analytics and Big Data Systems program share her experience of studying at Binus University.
Where the World Became Bigger
Dynamic, vibrant and endlessly diverse Singapore challenges you to rethink what feels familiar and to confidently explore new opportunities. Veronika Teplova, a 3rd-year Bachelor’s in Digital Product Management, shares insights from her semester abroad.
Semester in Hungary at the University of Pécs: Experience to Remember Forever
Anna Kirgizova, a 4th-year Bachelor’s in Business Informatics, shares her unforgettable experiences from the fall 2025/2026 semester abroad at the University of Pécs in Hungary. Full of vibrant student life and an international community, this semester was a time for her to make her biggest dreams come true.
Mexico City: Dreams and Life on the Move
"The city is sunny and full of energy, and each day brings new experiences, friendships, and simple joys." Kseniya Kotova, a 2nd-year undergraduate in Marketing and Market Analytics a 2nd year Bachelor's in Marketing and Market Analytics at HSE Graduate School of Business, shares her experiences from a semester abroad at ITAM.
Sun, students, and slow city life: a semester in Hungary
“Pécs is small and calm, but full of student energy, international friendships, and new opportunities.” Daria Aleynikova, a second-year Master’s student in Marketing: Digital Technologies and Marketing Communications at the HSE Graduate School of Business, shares her experience of studying at the University of Pécs in Hungary. Founded in 1367, it is one of the oldest universities in Hungary and a well-known academic center in the region.