Master in Finance Program:
Preparing you for a career in the financial world.
Experience a rigorous curriculum that provides the fundamental skills and knowledge of financial markets. Access a deeper understanding of theories surrounding modern finance, with a degree that prepares you for a career across all landscapes of finance.
The full-time, English-taught Master in Finance (MiF) Program targets bachelor graduates with an excellent first academic degree in a business-related field of study as well as graduates from STEM subjects with a strong quantitative background and first experience in finance-related topics. For this program we seek candidates with a maximum of about 4 years of post-graduate working experience.
Student statistics:
Key information:
317
students
24
average age
40%
international students
45
nationalities
31%
female students
101,100
Average salary
of our graduates*
Application deadlines
- April 30, 2020 (for candidates requiring a study visa)
- May 31, 2020 (for candidates from EU/EEA countries, Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New Zealand and the USA)
*Measured three years after graduation
Flexibility and diversity –
Learn more about our program structure.
The program has two available tracks: 90 credits or 120 credits, lasting 17 or 21 months respectively.
90 credit track: Students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree with at least 210 ECTS credits are able to choose the 90 credit track. This track lasts 17 months and includes a one-week international module, the capstone module.
120 credit track: Students who have completed a 180 ECTS credit Bachelor’s degree will join the 120 credit track lasting 21 months. In this track, you will spend your third semester in either the Master or MBA program at one of our 200 partner universities.
The elements of the program includes:
The core modules provide you with the fundamental quantitative skills and essential knowledge of financial markets.
- Advanced Econometrics
- Capital Market Theory
- International Financial Reporting
A thoroughly composed set of finance electives will allow you to customize your studies to your interests and to gain a deeper understanding of theories and concepts of modern finance.
- Accounting for Financial Instruments
- Accounting for M&A Transactions
- Advanced Corporate Finance
- Asset Management
- Behavioral and Cultural Finance
- Contract Theory
- Corporate Governance
- Current Topics in Accounting
- Economics of Financial Markets
- Emotional Finance
- Exchange Rates and International Finance
- Financial Derivatives
- Financial Reporting and Capital Markets: Current Challenges
- Financial Risk Management
- Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation
- Financial Technologies
- International Tax Strategy
- Investment Banking
- Monetary Economics and Central Banking
- Valuation and M&A
Up to three electives can be chosen from the pool of all MSc electives.
The MiF Program also includes an international component - the study abroad semester (120 credit track) or the capstone module (90 credit track).
Having completed your first two semesters at WHU, you will gain valuable work experience through an internship in Germany or abroad. The Career Center supports you in finding an internship position via a broad range of activities such as individual career counseling, workshops, and company presentations.
The master thesis concludes your studies, providing you the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained throughout the course of the Master Program. While writing your thesis, you will be supervised by a WHU faculty member. You may also write your thesis in collaboration with a company.
In addition to participating in a rigorous academic curriculum, you will also have the opportunity to take part in various events organized by our students and the Career Center such as IdeaLab!, Founders Career Day, SensAbility, Euromasters, and many more.
Applications & Admissions
We are looking for smart, diverse, and creative students from around the world.
Master in Finance
Double Degree Program
Students in the Master in Finance Program have the opportunity to apply for the Double Degree Program - a unique study abroad option. Gain a full degree from a partner university abroad as well as the WHU Master degree, plus essential international experience and valuable insights.
Master in Finance
Double Degree Program
Students in the Master in Finance Program have the opportunity to apply for the Double Degree Program - a unique study abroad option. Gain a full degree from a partner university abroad as well as the WHU Master degree, plus essential international experience and valuable insights.
A return on investment –
Job entry following graduation.
Master in Finance
As a Master student, you will gain access to the wider WHU network offering unparalleled professional opportunities and a dedicated Career Center to assist in your career goals. While many Master in Finance graduates naturally gravitate towards the banking and finance industry, many students also enter the consulting, industry and services, and start-up sectors.
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The Master team is happy to answer any questions you may have about our curriculum, admission requirements, or financing options. We are also happy to connect you with current students and alumni who would be happy to share their experience. Simply drop us a line and we will get back to you! For quick queries and questions, you are of course also welcome to pick up the phone and call directly at one of the contact numbers below.
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