
Banking Professional
Banking Professional
The Banking Professional is a 10‑month, fully online professional development programme designed by Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. It offers a practical, in‑depth expansion of your expertise in Banking & Finance — and provides the ideal preparation for progressing to our Betriebswirt programme.
Degree
Successful completion automatically fulfills the admission requirements for the business administration program.
Language
German
Duration
Part-time | 10 months
Study location
Online
Application deadline
- Spring | 14 March 2026
- Autumn | Coming soon
Start of program
- Spring | 14 April 2026
- Autumn | Coming soon
The Banking Professional is a 10‑month, fully online professional development programme designed by Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. It offers a practical, in‑depth expansion of your expertise in Banking & Finance — and provides the ideal preparation for progressing to our Betriebswirt programme.

Focus & Format
Target group
The programme is ideal for banking professionals who want to deepen their applied knowledge, for individuals preparing academically for the Betriebswirt programme, and for those who do not yet meet all entry requirements for the Betriebswirt but wish to close that gap.
Study Model
The qualification includes a total of 30 virtual lectures, 4 virtual exam preparation sessions, and one examination day.
The lectures take place on Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. The Banking Professional programme is designed to be completed part-time, making it easy to combine with full-time employment.
Focus & Format
Target group
The programme is ideal for banking professionals who want to deepen their applied knowledge, for individuals preparing academically for the Betriebswirt programme, and for those who do not yet meet all entry requirements for the Betriebswirt but wish to close that gap.
Study Model
The qualification includes a total of 30 virtual lectures, 4 virtual exam preparation sessions, and one examination day.
The lectures take place on Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. The Banking Professional programme is designed to be completed part-time, making it easy to combine with full-time employment.

- Flexible online learning model designed for working professionals
- Compact, well‑structured curriculum with strong practical relevance
- Small class sizes ensuring personalised support
- Lecturers with extensive, hands‑on banking expertise
APPLICATION PROCESS
Consultation
Online application
Document review
Admission decision
Admission requirements
To be admitted to this programme, you must fulfil the following requirements:
- A successfully completed final examination as a bank clerk
- A further training qualification recognized by a banking institution, usually lasting 10 months
- At least two years of professional experience after completing the Banking Professional program
- A Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) qualification other than “certified banking specialist” and at least one year of professional experience in banking and finance
- Other qualifications after individual assessment
Curriculum
The Banking Professional is a key component for professional development and career advancement. It provides a compact and efficient preparation for the Business Administrator programme.

FAQ about Banking Professional
You can attend lectures from home or any location of your choice. During class, you can ask questions at any time and exchange ideas with lecturers and fellow participants.
Yes — the schedule is designed specifically for working professionals, with classes held in the evenings and on Saturdays.
We are happy to review your previous qualifications individually. Please send us your documents in advance for assessment.
Please have your previous qualification certificate, a current CV, and proof of your professional experience ready.
You can progress directly to the Betriebswirt programme, and later to our Management programme.