The concentrations on this program focus is on finance and covers topics such as corporate finance, risk management, investment strategies, international finance, company valuation and mergers and acquisitions.
By choosing our Master in Finance, you’ll be making a sound investment in a promising professional future. It will open up countless career opportunities for you in the financial sector and in management. You could move into corporate consultancy, corporate finance, private equity, investment banking or fintechs, following in the footsteps of MBS alumni who have established themselves at international companies such as BMW, Allianz, EY, Deloitte and Goldman Sachs.
This challenging Master’s program brings together the core competencies required in the worlds of business and finance with innovative and disruptive approaches. You will acquire a wide range of skills related to strategy and management along with others focused on the field of finance. You will gain sound, specialist knowledge of corporate finance, risk management and international finance whilst also developing the key skills required to undertake crucial management duties. After completing the Master in Finance, you will be an expert in finance and treasury management, financial statement analysis, financial analysis, company valuation (mergers and acquisitions), risk management, capital markets and more.
Our teaching approach places a strong emphasis on practice-oriented education. During your studies, you will benefit from the wealth of experience shared by our MBS teaching staff, all of whom also remain active in the business world. Thanks to their first-hand business insights, their industry expertise and their overview of current research, they will help you to develop the skills you will need to solve complex business problems and make sound decisions in your career.
The integrated semester abroad, which you will spend at one of over 70 partner universities around the world or, alternatively, the internship, will allow you to further solidify your financial expertise and prepare yourself for specialist and management roles in international business.
To ensure sufficient practical orientation during your studies, specific courses are offered in addition to general business administration. This allows you to deepen your individual skills and prepare specifically for your professional career.
In the Business Project, which lasts two semesters, you work with other students on specific projects on behalf of a company. These live cases are as varied as the companies that provide them: A start-up needs a market entry strategy for a new target country, the hidden champion from the Bavarian region needs ideas for a brand awareness campaign. Within the framework of this project, you will apply and deepen your acquired business knowledge in a small group. All groups receive coaching from an MBS professor throughout the entire project duration. It is not uncommon for business projects to result in concrete and directly on-site, first job opportunities for the respective student groups, because the region around Munich is one of the strongest economic regions in Germany – just one of the many advantages of studying business administration in Munich.
The program-specific modules on the Master’s in Finance represent the ideal preparation for a career in international business and the world of finance. They are divided into basic and advanced modules, as well as innovative modules. To further strengthen the program’s practical relevance, the Master’s program also includes general courses on leadership and management, as well as specific financial concentrations.
An integral part of the Master’s in Finance is the business project. You will work together with your classmates, on behalf of a real-life company, to tackle a specific practical issue. This allows you to apply your newly developed skills in practice and put them to the test. These projects are every bit as varied as the companies that set them.
The overarching modules convey general business knowledge. In specialist courses, such as International Management, Business Communication, Responsible Leadership and an international concentration of your choice, you will learn how economic correlations work in a globalized world. You will also learn how to consider and interpret social and cultural aspects when making entrepreneurial decisions. In this context, we encourage students to engage critically with different topic areas whilst also teaching practical methods and models.
By completing electives, your personal choice of courses, you will round out your profile and add further individual highlights. You can choose from a diverse pool of courses, including courses on financial topics such as private equity and venture capital, quantitative business methods in finance with Python, bank management, or other interesting topics such as international business law, communication management, or “Success Factor Happiness.” Alternatively, you can work on an individual research project.
A central component of the program is the semester abroad at one of more than 70 partner universities worldwide at Munich Business School – in Europe or on another continent. Whether in France, the United States, China, Australia, or Mexico, the stay abroad is an unforgettable experience for many students, allowing them to gain international experience, form lifelong friendships, and collect valuable academic and personal impressions. The International Center of Munich Business School provides comprehensive guidance and support in choosing the right partner university and with all organizational matters.
Studying at Munich Business School is an international experience, because internationality is not only taught but also lived. This is why studying abroad is an integral part of our programs. MBS maintains partnerships with over 70 universities worldwide and is continuously expanding its international network. The cooperations range from classic programs such as ERASMUS+ and exchange programs to over 20 dual-degree agreements with partners in Europe, Asia, Australia, and the USA.
With the dual degree option, you acquire an additional, specialized Master's degree from one of our partner universities. Munich Business School's cooperation with renowned international universities gives you the opportunity to acquire two different master's degrees within two years. The dual degree is only available in the fall start. For a dual degree, you will normally spend two semesters at MBS and then two semesters at the partner university, followed by the Master's thesis.
You have the opportunity to apply for our exclusive mentoring program. Within the framework of this program, a professionally experienced person from the circle of MBS alumni will support you with words and deeds during the hot phase of your studies, help you to achieve your career goals and provide you with valuable contacts through their network. At the beginning of your studies, you will receive more information about our mentoring program and can apply for one of the limited places.
You must meet certain academic, linguistic and, in some cases, professional requirements to be eligible for our Master’s in Finance. You can submit your application documents at any time. However, given the limited number of spaces on our programs, we recommend applying well before your preferred start date.
The quality of teaching and the training of sought-after specialists and managers are at the heart of Munich Business School. By studying at MBS, you are making an investment in your future. You can conveniently pay your tuition fees in three semester installments or 18 monthly installments.
Early Bird Special - Deadlines
Spring Intake: 15 October – € 1,000 discount
Fall Intake: 15 February – € 1,000 discount
Discover our scholarships and 100% study financing with Brain Capital. You can find all the information you need under Scholarships and Study Financing.
The main requirement for admission to the Master study program is a successful Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS or more). Applicants with a degree in Business Studies/Management/Economics are entitled to apply for the program directly, applicants without a degree in economics can qualify for the program by completing the Pre Master Program. Upon request, we will gladly verify your documents in advance. Please contact your Program Advisor.
Applicants must proof their English language skills by passing one of the following language tests:
Note: If the test is also used to apply for a visa, please check the requirements of the respective embassy in advance.
Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years. If you are unable to obtain your test results before handing in your MBS application, please inform us about your planned test date.
The English proficiency test can be waived by the following candidates:
We accept applications all year round. However, we recommend that you apply as early as possible, as the number of places is limited.
Spring semester (Master International Business only)
Applicants from Vietnam, China and India should allow an extra month to apply for the relevant visas.
Winter semester
Applicants from Vietnam, China and India should allow an extra month to apply for the relevant visas.
When submitting your online application, please provide the following mandatory documents:
You may also upload the following additional documents:
*Please provide the original documents or certified copies when you gain admission and matriculate to the program.
Qualified applicants will be invited for a personal interview on site in Munich or online via Microsoft Teams (approx. 30 - 45 minutes). The interview may include the processing of a case study.
As soon as you are an admitted student, you have the opportunity to get to know MBS even better – before making your final decision whether to join Munich Business School.
Our study advisors will of course be available for all kinds of potential questions and personal consultations.
Once you have successfully completed the application process, Munich Business School will provide you with an acceptance letter as well as two copies of your study contract. Please sign one copy and return it within two weeks to secure your spot in the program. The other copy needs to be kept for your own records.
The acceptance to the study program requires an enrollment fee of 690 Euro (EU/EFTA) respectively 1,490 Euro (non-EU) and a deposit of 1.990 Euro due upon signing the study contract. The deposit will be deducted from your first tuition fee installment.
If you are a non-EU national, you are required to apply for a student visa in order start your studies in Germany. To obtain a visa invitation letter from Munich Business School, which is necessary to apply for the visa, please add a copy of your passport details page when handing in your signed study contract.
Munich Business School offers attractive scholarship programs amount up to EUR 4,000 of the overall tuition fee. (Up to EUR 2,000 on the 1st and 2nd master's semester).
If you wish to apply for a scholarship, you should include an application when you submit your overall application. You can find further information on our scholarships and financing page.
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