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M.Sc. Finance

Develop a feel for the right figures

  • Optimally prepares you for a career in the world of finance
  • Integrated semesters abroad & internships
  • AACSB accredited
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Master in Finance at a Glance

Standard period of study
3 semester plus 1 semester master thesis
Semester start
September (fall term)
Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Accreditations
AACSB, FIBAA, German Accreditation Council
Admission requirements

First degree in economics or alternatively 30 ECTS points in the field of business sciences

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Semester abroad

One compulsory integrated

Practical experience
12 weeks compulsory internship, workshops, excursions
Language
100 % in English
Double Degree

Get a second master's degree from a partner university

Tuition fees

Overview of tuition fees and discounts

Fast Track: On the Fast Lane

When you choose the option "Fast Track" the semester abroad is omitted and you shorten your internship period. This allows you to complete your master in finance degree on-campus in only 3 semesters and with 90 ECTS. Prerequisite: you bring 210 ECTS from your Bachelor (an alternative admission to Fast Track is possible via demonstrated work experience or by taking the ISM Pre-Master). Find out more from your study advisor.

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The only AACSB accredited private German University of Applied Sciences

ISM is recognized at the highest international level by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and is the only private German University of Applied Sciences holding the prestigious AACSB accreditation. This is an important international seal of quality which certifies excellence in research and teaching.

The key requirements for receiving the prestigious accreditation are: highest quality in teaching, committed lecturers who proactively support students, successful cooperation with companies and international universities as well as very good career entry opportunities for graduates. Only around six percent of all business schools receive this important seal. Read more.

AACSB accreditation for ISM
Spitzenposition im CHE-Masterranking

Top position in the CHE Master's Ranking

In the current CHE university ranking for Master's degree programs, the ISM was rated very positively for all seven campuses. ISM achieved four out of five stars in all ten categories.

There was particular praise, for example, for the support provided for study stays abroad, the courses offered and for the very strong ties with professional practice.

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Master in Finance

Get a Master's of Finance Degree - Become a Financial Expert

The Master in Finance at ISM expands your knowledge in the areas of accounting, taxation, financial law, controlling and financial rating and trains you to become an expert in financial management. This program will sensitize you to current finance-related topics, enabling you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the interrelations between markets.

The intensive exchange with lecturers with hands-on experience in the field of finance accompanies you during your entire master's of finance program and prepares you optimally for a successful career after your graduation of the Finance master.

The curriculum of the M.Sc. Finance program offers you a wide range of exciting information on the subject of financial management. You will also gain more in-depth knowledge of data-driven subjects such as quantitative finance, financial planning and rating, risk management, investment banking, controlling and auditing.

You will then apply the theoretical knowledge you have acquired in the Finance Master's program via numerous projects that require teamwork to solve real-life problems in corporate financial management and present your results to the class or in front of the company.

To the program content
  • Basic know-how: International tax law, financial mathematics
  • Specific expertise: Investment banking, company valuation
  • Possible career fields: Management at banks, insurance companies
#In the Middle of Practice

Membership of the CFA-University Affiliation Program

ISM is a member of the University Affiliation Program of the CFA Institute, the world's leading professional association of financial experts. The membership underlines the professional and practical education of our M.Sc. Finance. The CFA Institute provides investment professionals with finance education the chance to get the designation of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).

International Aspects of the Finance Master

Internationality is an important component of the Finance Master program. The Master of Finance

  • is offered 100% in English language,
  • includes an integrated semester abroad and
  • gives you the opportunity to earn a second international degree (Double Degree) at one of our over 190 partner universities.

Through the Finance Master's program, you will learn about the regional specifics of the international financial markets and at the same time acquire general as well as specific foreign language skills.

Spending a semester abroad during your postgraduate studies is a life-changing experience you won't want to miss! Combined with the professionally challenging subject of finance, you will quickly find yourself in sight of recruiters from well-known companies after graduation.

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  • Integrated semester abroad at a partner university
  • International double degree possible
  • Fast Track: Graduation in 3 semesters
#On the Move Internationally During his Studies

Thrilled by Boston

Moritz Petri spent five months at Boston University for his study abroad semester during his Finance Master. The US-fan also used the proximity to Canada, New York, Washington and Chicago to discover the country. "We really experienced a lot and had a lot of fun," says Petri. He also enjoyed studying at Boston University. "The five months there were legendary! I got to know many new people and cultures, mastered challenges and made important contacts".

Earn an International Double Qualification

When pursuing a finance master, you also get the unique chance to acquire an international double degree in record time. This means that, in addition to the ISM Master's degree, you are entitled to earn a second Master's degree from one of our international partner universities. So take the chance and earn two master degrees in just two years!

Together with renowned partner universities, ISM provides a high-quality range of courses with specific focus on finance or financial economics, banking and financial services management. The double degree also deepens your linguistic and intercultural skills and expands your personal network through interactions with fellow international students and lecturers. For detailed information, please contact our study advisors.

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The studies at the ISM are designed to successfully close the gap between theory and practice. The professors are experts in their field and offer comprehensive access to all topics that provide students with the necessary skills for the real world of finance. Studying at ISM as an international student was a great experience that I will always remember. The relationship with fellow students and professors was unique.
Gayarathry Menon, ISM international student

How Can I Apply for a Master in Finance?

In order to pursue a Finance Master degree at ISM, the university conducts an internal admission exam. This tests your personality as well as your motivation and skills. The Master of Finance is not restricted by a “Numerus Clausus” (NC).

The admission test consists of preparing a short case study presentation in advance and an online interview with the program director.

We invite you to send your documents for a fast check of your application via a study advisor and then appy for an online admission test.

More infos about application
  • Bachelor's degree (at least 180 ECTS)
  • complete application documents
  • Successful participation in the admission test

Where Can I study the M.Sc. Finance program?

Do you see your future in the finance business and would like to be an expert in financial management one day? Do you want to aim high for a position such as that of Manager Corporate Finance in a company of your choice? Then make your dreams come true: you can study the Master of Finance at our campuses in Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich and Berlin.

What Are My Career Options?

Upon completing the M.Sc. Finance program, graduates have a varied range of career options to choose from, with job opportunities in fields such as investment manager, financial advisor, controller, financial analyst, general manager, among many others.

It is a brave step to study abroad and leave your comfort zone. M.Sc. Finance student James Matete did exactly that and moved from Kenya to Germany for his Master’s degree, deciding to take a break from his job to study at ISM in Germany.
After extensive review of online content about the course and teaching methodology, the M.Sc. Finance at ISM in Munich was evidently the best fit for me. Of importance to me was the high quality of teaching, the impressive profiles of the professors, relevant and current global investment finance best practices, opportunities to network and collaborate. Fortunately, my expectations were met and exceeded at ISM.
James Matete, M.Sc. Finance student

International, Individual, Inspiring – Your Advantages at a Glance

High quality education

first-class teaching, AACSB-accredited and with unlimited state accreditation (FIBAA).

Strong internationality
students of 84 nationalities. 30% international students.
Personal teaching atmosphere
study in small learning groups and learn from the best.
Close to practice
56 international & guest lecturers from the business world.
Network
of more than 190 partner universities to choose for your semester(s) abroad.
Future-oriented
With our study programs, you are ready for the working world of tomorrow.
#Springboard to Your Career

ISM Awards DAAD Prize

For more than ten years, the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has been awarding outstanding achievements of foreign students at German universities. 21-year-old Annika Razroeva graduated from the National Research University Higher School of Economics in Moscow with a bachelor's in Economics, Statistics and Accounting and then specifically searched for an international finance degree abroad. Since fall semester 2018/2019 she is studying M.Sc. Finance at the ISM in Dortmund.

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Your Master Study Advisors

Katharina Röder

Campus Dortmund

Katharina Röder
+49 231.97 51 39-447
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Yosra Saleh SM Study advisor

Campus Frankfurt/Main

Yosra Saleh
+49 69.66 05 93 67-49
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Michaela Feldman

Campus Stuttgart

Antonio Luna
+49 711.51 89 62-243
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Nina Weidemann

Campus Munich

Nina Weidemann
+49 89.2 00 03 50-42
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Florian Dorste

Campus Cologne

Ioulia Aslanidou
+49 221.27 09 95-54
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Jana Gripshoefer

Campus Hamburg & Berlin

Jana Gripshöfer
+49 40.3 19 93 39-42
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