Master in Finance (Munich)

100% taught in english.
New financial paradigms are emerging. With shifts in regulations and ethical thinking, the ability to understand and decipher the increasing complexity of the world of finance is more important than ever before. As an applied branch of economics, this program explores challenging technical theory and a wide range of topics, including asset pricing, portfolio management, derivative securities and blockchain fundamentals. From its foundations to the future of finance, students will gain a balanced understanding of one of the most crucial aspects of business.
Why Munich?
Studying a master's program in Munich allows students to expand their business knowledge in the economic powerhouse of Germany. The vibrant Bavarian capital is home to numerous major multinational company headquarters including BMW and Allianz, as well as a flourishing startup scene, and is also actively pursuing initiatives to provide a greener, more sustainable living environment.
Munich may be famous for its annual Oktoberfest festival, but it has so much more to offer students wishing to study business. The city energetically promotes and supports innovative startups and tech companies, making it an ideal place for future entrepreneurs to gain knowledge, get involved and to set up new and forward-thinking ventures. Munich also offers students a superb array of sports, outdoor adventures, socializing and entertainment opportunities, ensuring a well-rounded student experience.

The Master in Finance (60 ECTS) is a one-year program, divided into three terms. Each term comprises four courses (4 ECTS each) and one seminar (2 ECTS). Throughout the year, students are also exposed to real-life case studies, games and business simulations. In order to graduate, participants must also complete a business plan (6 ECTS).
Year 1:

• Foundations of Finance
• Financial Reporting & Statement Analysis
• Quantitative Methods for Finance
• Microeconomic Theory, Macro & Monetary Economics
• Simulation: Stock Market Portfolio
• Advanced Corporate Finance
• Financial Markets & Institutions
• Portfolio Management
• Fixed Income Securities & Credit Markets
• Bloomberg Financial Lab
• Risk Management in Financial Markets
• Corporate Investment & Financial Policy
• Mergers, Buyouts & Corporate Restructuring
• Fundamentals of Blockchain Technologies
• Simulation: Cryptocurrency Portfolios & Mock Coin Development

The admission process at EU Business School is clear and straightforward. Applicants must fulfil specific academic and English language requirements to be eligible for admittance into their chosen program.
Prospective students are evaluated on the strength of their applications as a whole. Consideration is given to the student's qualities and abilities: leadership potential, academic achievements, performance on standardized tests, extracurricular activities and personal experiences. EU's Admissions Services department will assist all applicants throughout the entire application process.

The aim of the Master in Finance is to ensure that students are able to effectively engage in an increasingly globalized, diverse and multifaceted world, having acquired the required skills. At the end of the program, graduates will be able to confidently:

• Apply and critically evaluate corporate finance techniques using sound analytics.
• Blend sophisticated modeling techniques with a global perspective in the management of corporate risk.
• Critically evaluate emerging technologies, stock, bonds and derivatives using cutting-edge valuation methods with particular reference to the operation of financial markets.
• Understand and exercise critical judgement in solving problems encountered by a multinational business.