the institute not only provides support for hungarian language training abroad, it also offers a wide range of language programs within hungary. at the institute's central branch located in budapest, those wishing to learn hungarian can choose from a unique selection of in-depth courses geared toward various levels. thanks to its highly trained, experienced staff of language teachers, the balassi institute is a leader in the methodology of teaching hungarian as a second language. its foremost task is not only to develop teaching materials for non-native speakers, but also to provide appropriate educational resources to teachers of hungarian as a heritage language abroad. other than the organization of seminars, conferences and training sessions, the publication of professional journals, e-textbooks and e-books also forms a vital part of the institute's mission.