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120 ECTS
*excl. 250 EUR enrolment fee
The Master in Financial Management programme at Frankfurt School is designed to allow students from non-business studies to enter and start a career in the world of finance. This programme will allow students to gain core business competencies, develop quantitative skills and become leaders in the financial industry.
*We accept valid class or Focus edition GMAT scores. Find more information here.
**Please note: The Frankfurt School Admission Test (BT Methods) can be taken once.
Deadlines & Discounts
We encourage you to complete your application as soon as possible as there are financial advantages for candidates who submit a complete application early.
Early Bird (EUR 4,000 discount)* |
30 November 2023 |
Early Bird (EUR 2,000 discount)** |
31 March 2024 |
Final Application and Scholarship Deadline | 30 June 2024 |
*In order to secure the Early bird discount you must have received an admission letter by 31 March
**In order to secure the discount you must have received an admission letter by 30 June
Master in Financial Management Learning Goals
Frankfurt School is among the top European Business Schools. Accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA, the three leading international associations of business schools, Frankfurt School is one of the few institutions worldwide that has been awarded "Triple Crown" accreditation.
The curriculum of our Master in Financial Management programme is designed to support our students' development into finance and make careers as consultants, managers and financial controllers.
Quantitative Fundamentals
This module covers fundamental mathematics, statistics, and probability for economics. It equips students with mathematical tools to analyze economic and financial problems and applies them to real-world examples. It introduces mathematical basics, sequences, series, finance math, and calculus. The statistics part includes descriptive statistics, probability theory, and inferential statistics for economic problem-solving. It fosters quantitative skills in students and integrates with other modules in the semester, setting a strong foundation for subsequent coursework.
Economics of Business
This course introduces students with no previous background in economics to the fundamental principles that guide economic and managerial decision making. The course is split in two parts: in the first part, students are introduced to key microeconomic principles such as opportunity cost, the law of demand and supply, and firms’ decision making at the margin. The second part of the course introduces students to the analysis of the macroeconomic environment and policy making to manage economic fluctuations.
Money, Banking & Finance
This course provides students with an understanding of various financial aspects, including Money, Banking, and Finance. In the Money section, they explore money's functions, inflation, and monetary policy, focusing on central banks like ECB and U.S. Fed. Banking delves into how banks work, their risks, and government regulation. Finance covers financial decision-making, NPV formula, arbitrage, market efficiency, and multifactor models. Students gain insights into the financial system's strengths, principles in money and finance, financial intermediaries, and portfolio management, ultimately preparing them to analyze and navigate the evolving financial landscape.
Financial Statement Analysis
This module introduces students to accruals accounting, emphasizing accounting quality, key financial indicators, and profitability analysis. It covers ESG reporting, accounting for intangible assets, and M&A transactions, as well as credit risk analysis and data analytics. Students gain essential skills for financial analysis, making informed decisions, and understanding contemporary accounting practices.
Tutorial Sessions
Students attend classes on Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, with Thursdays and Fridays dedicated to tutorial sessions focusing primarily on quantitative content.
Financial Controlling
Managerial Data Science
Strategy & Organisation
Risk & Crisis Management
Corporate Finance
Investment Decision Making
Corporate Governance & Social Responsibility
International Money & Finance
Sustainable Finance
Financial Product Project
Electives or Entrepreneurship or Study Abroad
Internship*
Thesis
The Master in Financial Management follows a unique time model that permits you to work part-time whilst pursuing your full-time Master’s degree. We call this the “3 Day Model”. In addition to the 3 Day model, students will receive tutorials on 2 additional days during the first semester. Starting from the second semester, our students typically attend classes three days a week, Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays. This leaves three working days during the week for self-study, language courses or part-time employment. Some lectures or excursions are organised as blocked week events.
The mission of the Entrepreneurship Centre is to inspire, connect and provide training to Frankfurt School students as well as to external stakeholders such as investors, alumni, founders and partners. You can choose to take part in our Incubator for year-round guidance or boost your project by taking part in the Accelerator. You can also choose the Entrepreneurship elective offered in partnership with TechQuartier in semester 4 and obtain a double specialisation combined with your concentration!
In the fourth semester, students can choose to complete two electives, giving them the opportunity to expand the depth of their master programme and gain insights in addition to the primary topics in other areas of interest depending on their professional goals.
Frankfurt School partners with 90+ universities worldwide that are primarily focused on business and management, giving our students the opportunity to gain comparative viewpoints, diverse cultural and study environments and to widen their international network. This gives you the chance to immerse yourself in a new environment that prepares you for a global career.
Our exclusive corporate connections and strong alumni network allow you to build a professional network crucial for developing your international career. Our Careers Services team will support you with individual consultations on career development that are based on your interest and career goals. This along with our regular guest lectures and company visits, plus the opportunity to work part-time throughout your full-time studies, leaves you in the spotlight for employment after graduation.
Frankfurt School strongly believes in a well-rounded education, and the Master in Financial Management is no exception. Innovative in-class teaching methodologies are supplemented by various workshops and activities to enhance the overall learning experience.
Access to Bloomberg and Factset terminals provides you with the tools to gain essential trading and research skills for your finance career. These terminals give our students the possibilty to use a modern patform that help them navigate today´s financial markets.
Frankfurt School encourages students to participate in various challenges and competitions, e.g. CFA Research Challenge, throughout the year, giving selected students the opportunity to prove themselves and compete against other top universities worldwide.
Frankfurt School’s close ties to the finance industry are evident in the guest lecture opportunities. Students can network with innovators and industry veterans regularly from their own university.
The Master in Financial Management is taught entirely in English. However, German classes are provided for all non-German speaking students throughout the duration of the programme. We strongly encourage our students to learn German before they arrive in Frankfurt in order to improve their employment opportunities.
Overview
Nationalities |
12 |
Average age |
23 |
Frankfurt is the commercial hub of Europe where major global corporations, consultancy firms, high-tech industries and startups are located alongside the European Central Bank. Frankfurt School plays a key role in supporting these strategic partner industries through its cutting edge research and innovative solutions focused on consultancy, tech, banking and finance.
Many of our aspiring and inspiring individuals lead important initiatives such as fundraising for environmental causes or for tech and innovation start-ups as well as engaging in consultancy competitions, sports and wellbeing activities.
The first step of our application process is to complete the online application form. You will need to upload the following supporting documents:
Required Documents
Each of the documents listed above are required for completing your application. However, you do not need to upload them all at once.
Deadlines & Discounts
Applications are considered on a rolling basis, therefore we encourage you to apply as early as possible. Applications received before the end of November and March will benefit from our early bird discounts of EUR 4000 EUR 2000 respectively. Applicants interested in a scholarship must complete the relevant section within their online application.
Early Bird (EUR 4,000 discount)* |
30 November 2023 |
Early Bird (EUR 2,000 discount)* |
31 March 2024 |
Final Application and Scholarship Deadline | 30 June 2024 |
Start of programme | 26 Aug 2024 |
*You must have received an admission letter by 31 March and 30 June respectively
Successful applicants will be invited to an Assessment Centre and Frankfurt School Admission Test, if applicable. The interview will be held over a video call for all applicants. The purpose of the interview is to gain a better understanding of your character, personality, expectations, motivations and goals.
The final decision regarding your Master in Financial Management admission will be based on a combination of undergraduate grades, English language abilities, admission test results and interview performance.
We also take into account other significant experiences, commitments or awards such as internships, international experiences and volunteer projects.
The Master in Financial Management programme begins on 26 August 2024. All students are expected to be at Frankfurt School on this day. For non-EU applicants who require a visa to enter Germany, please bear in mind that it can take up to two or three months to obtain the necessary visa.
Your degree is an investment in your professional future. As a business school of international standing, we not only offer you ideal conditions for gaining/obtaining a degree – we also offer you excellent career prospects.
Since we can guarantee the quality of our teaching and research, we also expect the highest levels of commitment and motivation from our students.
Study Fee
Enrolment fee*: | EUR 250 |
Semester fee: | EUR 9,750 |
Total price: | EUR 39,250 |
Deposit: To reserve your place in the programme, you will need to submit a deposit payment of EUR 3,000. This will be subtracted from the total tuition fee. You will receive instructions for submitting your deposit payment after you have sent us your signed contract of study.
* The registration fee is due after you have signed your study contract. It is not an application fee.
Learn more about our master programmes at one of our Master Info Evenings and find out which programme could help you excel in your career.
You may also come and explore our campus and speak to representatives from our master programmes face-to-face, at one of our Open Campus Nights.
We offer several ways to get in touch with us such as class visits, fairs outside of Frankfurt and personal consultations.