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Master's degree 2
International Finance • HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) • Berlin 2
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Master's degree
International Finance
HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) • Berlin
Overview
Degree Master of Science
Teaching language
English
Languages English (100%)
Programme duration 3 semesters
Beginning Winter semester
Application deadline 15 May (for applicants with a non-German university degree)
15 June (for applicants with a German university degree)
Apply by these dates in order to start the programme in October of the same year.
Tuition fees per semester in None
EUR
Combined Master's degree / No
PhD programme
Joint degree / double degree No
programme
Description/content The Master's programme in International Finance at the Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin
(HWR) is designed for students from Germany and abroad. Applicants are expected to have a
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification and the requisite basic knowledge of finance. The
Master's programme comprises advanced finance courses. It highlights the international
perspectives of finance, is particularly practice-oriented and modern. The programme focuses
equally on corporate and capital market finance. A focus is on asset and risk management as well as
on qualifications around Fintechs and sustainability. The international orientation of the
programme is matched by the cosmopolitan nature of the student body. Graduates of the Master's
programme in International Finance will have acquired extensive expertise to effectively take on
demanding financial management tasks in a variety of sectors.
Course Details
Course organisation The first and second semesters move from foundation modules to specialised, in-depth studies.
The third semester is reserved for researching and preparing the thesis. If a student takes a
placement, the programme extends from three to four semesters. Teaching is entirely in English,
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giving students an opportunity to sustainably improve their comprehension and speaking skills in
an English context. This approach also reflects the standard requirements for applicants hoping to
work in international companies.
Classes are conducted in a combined lecture/seminar format in which students are expected to
play an active part. Case studies form a major part of teaching, since this allows the acquired
expertise to be applied to real-life issues and problems in practice. The language of instruction is
English.
Modules and classes throughout the course of study:
First semester:
International Corporate Finance
Econometrics
Financial Economics
Corporate Financial Theory and Policy
Tutorial seminar
Second semester:
International Accounting*
Financial Risk Management*
Management of International Asset Portfolios*
Issues in Financial and Non-Financial Reporting*
One elective from the "Master's pool"
Tutorial seminar
*To be chosen: three out of four courses
Third semester:
Research seminar
Master's thesis
Final oral exam
A Diploma supplement will Yes
be issued
International elements
Training in intercultural skills
Specialist literature in other languages
International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
Course-specific, integrated No
German language courses
Course-specific, integrated No
English language courses
Costs / Funding
Tuition fees per semester in None
EUR
Semester contribution Approx. 300 EUR per semester
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Costs of living Between 800 and 1,000 EUR monthly:
Student residence: 400 to 500 EUR
Health insurance: approx. 100 to 150 EUR
Funding opportunities No
within the university
Requirements / Registration
Academic admission Applicants must fulfil the following requirements:
requirements
Bachelor's or equivalent degree
Evidence specifically of having completed undergraduate modules in basic lectures in
Capital Market Finance, Corporate Finance, Statistics
Internship (at least six months), referring to financial topics – If not shown, an internship
can be done during the third semester. In this case, the programme will be extended from
three to four semesters.
at least 210 ECTS = European credit points (Applicants with 180 ECTS [European credit
144 SKS = 259 ECTS
points] will be required to obtain the additional 30 European credit points by completing a
placement in the third semester. The programme will then last four semesters.)
proof of English proficiency (details see below)
CV and letter of motivation in English
In addition, if applicable:
Proof of work experience in the field of studies if you have worked for at least one year
(showing the content and period of employment)
A GMAT/GMAT Focus with a score above 600 points – With a GMAT/GMAT Focus, no extra
English proof has to be submitted.
Language requirements Excellent English skills must be proven with one of the following English tests: TOEFL - minimum 83
(iBT) or IELTS - minimum 6.0. If the applicant holds a GMAT, no further English certificates have to
be provided.
Application deadline 15 May (for applicants with a non-German university degree)
15 June (for applicants with a German university degree)
Apply by these dates in order to start the programme in October of the same year.
Submit application to Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin
c/o uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
Germany
Services
Possibility of finding part- There are many job opportunities for students in Berlin. Non-EU students are permitted to work
time employment within specified limits.
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Accommodation The German National Association for Student Affairs ("Studierendenwerk") and other institutions
currently offer 15,600 rooms in student halls of residence throughout Berlin. Due to waiting lists, it
is advised to get in contact with the service early on.
You can also look online for shared flats, e.g. here:www.wg-gesucht.de/en/.
Contact
HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law)
Department of Business and Economics
Badensche Straße 52
10825 Berlin
[email protected]
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