Open House Day VSE

Are you thinking about studying at the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE)? Come and discover what studying at one of the leading universities in economics, business and management in Central Europe has to offer!

Join us for our Open Days and get a closer look at our study programmes, student life and the opportunities that await you at VŠE.

You can choose between two opportunities to meet us:

Online Open Day – 8 December 2026

Join us online to learn more about VŠE, explore our study opportunities and get answers to your questions from the comfort of your home.

On-campus Open Day – 18 December 2026

Visit us in person, experience the university atmosphere and find out what it is like to study at VŠE. The Faculty of Business Administration has prepared a special programme to introduce you to our faculty, study programmes and student opportunities.

Find more information here.

Programme at the Faculty of Business Administration (FBA), December 18, 2026

You can download the program here.

Details of the accompanying program

10:30 - 11:30 Introduction of bachelor's English-taught programmes

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Economics of Markets and Organizations bachelor’s programme (EMO)

11:30 - 12:30 Daniela Pauknerová: Why Do We Follow Leaders Who Are Bad for Us?

The Psychology of Leadership and Followership

We all like to think we can recognize a bad leader. But can we? Why are we sometimes drawn to leaders who are arrogant, manipulative, or clearly acting in their own interests? And why do we continue to support them, even when we see the warning signs?

In this lecture, we will explore the surprising psychology behind who we choose to trust and follow. Using examples from business, politics, and everyday life, we will examine how charisma, group identity, and our need to belong can make questionable leaders appealing. We will also look at why recognizing harmful leadership is not always easy, and how understanding the relationship between leaders and followers can help us make better choices.

12:30 – 13:30 Introduction of master's English-taught programmes

Master in Management (MIMG)
Master in International Management / CEMS
Master in Sustainability Management (SUM)
Master in Organizational Psychology (MOP)

13:30 -14:30 Meet students of the English-taught programmes

14:30 -15:30 Tanweer Ali: Money and the world of Harry Potter

The lecture Money and the World of Harry Potter invites students to explore how money works in the wizarding world and what this magical universe can teach us about money in our own. We will look at the role of Galleons, Sickles and Knuts, explore the importance of Gringotts Wizarding Bank, and consider what these examples reveal about our own banking system.

Using the world of Harry Potter as a starting point, we will examine how popular perceptions of money differ from its actual nature. The lecture will naturally lead to a discussion of how banks operate in the real world, the role they play in modern society, and alternative ways of thinking about money.

Students will gain a fresh perspective on economics in a fun and accessible way. The lecture will include short clips from the Harry Potter films and a PowerPoint presentation.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you take the next step towards your future!