Higher School of Economics invite to International Summer University
The HSE University Graduate School of Business and Alfa-Bank are pleased to invite Chinese students from universities in China to International Summer University
“DIGITAL PRODUCT MANAGEMENT”
Program Dates: August 2–7, 2026
Place: Moscow, Russia
Deadline for registration: April 15, 2026
Website: https://gsb.hse.ru/summer_university/
The “Digital Product Management” Summer School is a joint initiative of HSE University’s Graduate School of Business (HSE GSB) and Alfa-Bank, one of Russia’s leading high-tech financial institutions.
This intensive one-week program in English offers participants a chance to build practical skills in digital product development, gain insights from leading industry professionals, visit Alfa-Bank’s headquarter and research center and explore Moscow through a diverse cultural program.
Key topics of the academic agenda include:
•Emerging IT trends and digital transformation
•Business model innovation
•Customer journey analysis and experience design
•Product analytics and usability testing
•Final group project (with 2 ECTS credit upon completion)
The working language is English
Participants who successfully complete the program will receive 2 ECTS credits.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
•Be Chinese citizens preferably residing and studying in China
•Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (3rd or 4th year) or Master’s degree program.
•Have a background in Management, IT, Computer Science, Marketing, or related fields
•Possess English proficiency at B2 level or higher (official proof required)
APPLICATION
Applicants should complete the online application form https://gsb.hse.ru/summer_university/polls/1036321991.html and upload the following documents in English:
•A valid passport
•Certificate of enrollment from the home university
•Recent academic transcript
•Proof of English proficiency
•Photograph: approximately 354 × 472 pixels (3:4), portrait, JPG/PNG, 300 dpi, up to 2MB
Application deadline: April 15, 2025
SELECTION PROCESS
After the application deadline, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an online interview as part of the selection procedure. Selected applicants will be notified by email within 7–10 days after the interview. Registration and details: https://gsb.hse.ru/summer_university/
FEES AND EXPENSES
The program is free of charge for all selected students.
Accommodation, breakfast, lunches, cultural program, and academic materials are covered by the organizers.
Participants are only expected to cover:
•Round-trip airfare to Moscow
•Travel insurance and evening meals
