Just before the Hungarian national holiday, Ludovika – University of Public Service had the pleasure of welcoming a group of 15 students from our long-standing partner, the Faculty of Public Administration and International Studies at ADA University in Baku. The visitors were received by representatives of the Faculty of Public Governance and International Studies (FPGIS).
The public administration master’s students came to Hungary to gain first-hand insight into the structure, challenges, and future directions of Hungarian public administration. Their study trip offered an opportunity to explore Hungary’s administrative framework, public management practices, and policy implementation processes — all essential for developing a comparative understanding of how different governance systems operate around the world. Experiences like these help students build the critical perspective needed to analyse and compare administrative methodologies across borders.
Noémi Farkas, Head of the International Division at FPGIS, welcomed the guests and highlighted how study visits like this not only expand professional knowledge but also strengthen academic partnerships.
Following the opening, Dr. Csilla Paksi-Petró, associate professor at the Department of Human Resources, delivered a lecture on the fundamentals of Hungarian public administration. Dr. Attila Horváth, associate professor at the Department of Constitutional Law and Comparative Public Law, discussed key aspects of Hungarian constitutionalism and introduced an innovative, game-based digital learning platform that allowed students to interactively engage with the lecture content.
To wrap up the academic program, Míra Hegyi, student demonstrator at the Department of International Relations and Diplomacy, introduced the Azerbaijani guests to the structure of our university and the study programs offered by FPGIS. She emphasized the values and educational principles that guide both academic life and the everyday experiences of students at the Faculty.
By the end of the day, it was clear that the exchange of knowledge and ideas had provided valuable insights into comparative public administration. The visit not only deepened the understanding of the Azerbaijani students but also reaffirmed the strong partnership between ADA University and Ludovika.
This cooperation fits perfectly within the internationalization strategies of both institutions — promoting cross-border academic exchange, fostering research collaboration, and supporting the professional growth of students and faculty alike.
Text and photos: FPGIS International Division