M.Sc. Global Finance

In the Master's programme Global Finance you will acquire sound and practical knowledge that enables you to consider and assess important financial aspects in corporate decisions.

Locations

You can study the programme M.Sc. Global Finance at the following locations:

Curriculum

Description of the programme

Within four semesters you will develop a sound understanding of the figures of small and large companies. Using theories and examples, you will deal intensively with controlling topics such as information acquisition, cost accounting and strategic- and operative controlling instruments. A further focus is on company valuation.

Here you will deal with analytical procedures and valuation models that are used, for example, in decisions on mergers and acquisitions.

In practical phases such as the internship and business project, you will apply the knowledge you have acquired and gain valuable work experience. For all students interested in finance, our “Finance and Business Club” also opens up the opportunity for an exciting exchange with renowned industry representatives and first valuable contacts for your professional network.

Graduates of this course of study often work in the following companies and areas of activity:

– Controlling
– Accounting
– Investment banking
– Management consulting/Consulting
– Tax authorities
– Insurance
– Banks
– Financial technology

Semester abroad & internship

The Master's programme is completed by an internship of at least 8 weeks during the lecture-free period, which Master's students can complete in a national or international company. If you wish, you can write your Master's thesis as a project in a company of your choice in the fourth semester. Alternatively, during the last semester you can also complete a semester abroad at one of over 120 partner universities worldwide and write your Master's thesis there.

Accreditations & awards

A degree is only valuable if it is generally recognized. We ensure this threefold. Firstly, through state accreditation: CBS International Business School is a private university state-recognized by the German Science Council and the Ministry of Science of North Rhine-Westphalia. Secondly, through the regular accreditation of all courses by FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation) for content, topicality and studyability. FIBAA examines the courses on behalf of the Accreditation Council of the Federal Republic. Thirdly, through - successful - participation in rankings, such as the renowned CHE ranking (known from the ZEIT Studienführer) or the university ranking of the Wirtschaftswoche.

Overview

Degree: Master of Science
Programme type: full-time
Language: English
ECTS points: 120

state-recognised

Start of studies: summer semester (Köln)
Regular period of studies: 4 semesters

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optional semester abroad
mandatory internship

English language skills required

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Study prerequisites

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Assessment day

Language certificate English

If you do not have a final Bachelor certificate yet, you can submit the most recent interim report instead.

Note: If you do not meet the requirements, you might still be considered for admission.

Application documents

Job possibilities

With a degree in M.Sc. Global Finance, you can work in the following positions:

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Scholarships

Your studies, your choice! Everybody should be able to persure their dream career and study their dream programme, regardless of their financial status.

There are many ways and possibilities to finance your studies. Those who claim that they cannot afford to pay for their studies are not familiar with the many financing options that students in Germany have. The CBS offers you its own scholarship programmes to finance your studies, various programmes offer students the chance to be granted with financial support in the form of a scholarship. You can find a list of available scholarships at our homepage.

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