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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Finance under the number 1150522. Who should choose the Master Finance (M.Sc.) at Euro-FH?
The distance learning Master Finance (M.Sc.) is aimed at professionals in the financial sector who specifically want to qualify for leadership roles in financial management or the next career level in the field of finance. It is particularly targeted at employees from banks, industry, auditing, management consultancies or the real estate sector who already hold responsibility in finance or want to develop specifically in this area. The master’s degree is also of interest to junior executives as well as board members and managing directors who wish to acquire business management knowledge at an academic level. The offer is especially suitable for individuals seeking a part-time study programme alongside their job with a high degree of flexibility and who can bring solid prior knowledge from a previous degree.
What formal admission requirements apply?
To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements:
- A completed first degree (at least a Bachelor’s degree) from a state-recognised university
- At least one year of relevant professional experience after the first degree
- English skills at least at B2 level according to the Common European Framework, as parts of the specialist literature and modules may be in English
- No Numerus Clausus (NC): Admission takes place without a minimum grade
- Application possible without a first degree – in this case admission can be considered via the Master entry programme. Relevant professional experience (usually several years) and passed aptitude tests are required.
Prior achievements from earlier courses of study or training programmes can be examined individually and credited towards the degree if applicable.
You should have a strong interest in financial questions, strategic corporate planning and management topics. Important personal prerequisites are analytical thinking skills, an affinity for numbers and the willingness to comprehend complex economic and legal contexts. Self-organisation and self-motivation are necessary, as the distance learning programme requires autonomous learning. Ideally, you have some practical experience in the finance environment and want to expand your methodological and digital skills. Leadership skills, communication strength and the ability to work in a team are advantageous, as leadership and control tasks form a focus of the programme.
Which topics and skills does the Master’s programme in Finance cover?
In the Master’s programme Finance (M.Sc.) at the European Distance Learning University Hamburg, you will work intensively on the strategic management of financial corporate processes and gain in-depth expertise in financial corporate management. The key study contents include:
- Financial Business Development: Development and implementation of financing solutions for companies and new business models
- Strategic Corporate Planning & Financial Modeling: Long-term planning and data-based design of entrepreneurial financial decisions
- Treasury Management & Asset Management: Management of liquidity, risk management and asset structures
- Financial Instruments and Financial Markets: Analysis and use of classical as well as modern financial products and markets
- Risk Management: Identification, assessment and control of financing and market risks
- Enterprise Resource Planning/SAP: Application of IT systems for managing business processes in the finance sector
- Fintech and digital innovations: Trends, tools and technologies of digital transformation in finance
During your studies, you will specialise by choosing two focal areas from the following fields:
- International Accounting (IAS/IFRS)
- Insolvency Law
- Advanced M&A Law
- Crisis Management
- Transport Taxes & International Taxes
- Sustainable Finance
- Real Estate Management
- M&A Process & Company Acquisition
The skills acquired include analytical methodological competence, management and leadership qualities as well as digitalisation know-how specifically for the finance sector. You will be prepared to take on positions of high responsibility and make complex financial decisions based on current market data and regulatory requirements.
How is the structure and organisation of the Finance programme designed?
The Master’s programme Finance is designed as a part-time distance learning course with high flexibility. You will use modern digital learning elements such as study booklets, webinars, video content and interactive tools. The self-study is complemented by:
- Individual support offers by tutors as well as AI learning support (KILEA)
- 16 on-site seminars (over 2 days, optionally in Hamburg or virtually) as well as 14 online seminars to deepen and practise the study contents
- Scheduled monthly exams – optionally online or at nationwide examination centres
- Flexible choice of study duration: standard period of study 4 semesters (24 months), adjustment to full- or part-time possible, free extension included
- Start of studies possible at any time – without fixed semester dates
The organisation via the online campus enables access to materials, communication with lecturers and fellow students, as well as management of all study achievements. The multimedia learning concept promotes independent, practice-oriented and time-independent learning.
Which career options open up after the Master’s in Finance?
After completing the Master’s programme Finance (M.Sc.), attractive prospects across all industries open up, where qualified financial expertise is in demand. Graduates often take on management positions and work, for example, as:
- Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
- Head of Finance, Asset or Portfolio Management
- Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Senior Investment Manager
- Investment Manager
- Team Leader Asset Management or Real Estate
- Senior Project Manager in the finance sector
The Master’s degree qualifies for demanding roles in banking, with investment firms, in the real estate industry, in the industrial sector or at management consultancies. Furthermore, it provides a foundation for further doctoral studies in the field of economics.
Where does the programme take place and how is the physical organisation arranged?
You will complete your Finance studies entirely online via the Euro-FH’s virtual campus. The organisation is designed so that modern e-learning, webinars and self-study ensure location independence. On-site and mandatory seminars are offered in Hamburg but can also be attended virtually optionally. You can take exams flexibly online or at one of 10 nationwide examination centres. Thanks to the digital infrastructure, you can study independently of location and alongside your career.
Which costs and funding options should be expected for the Master’s in Finance?
The Master’s programme Finance involves monthly fees of €495, which results in total costs of €11,880 for the standard study period of 24 months. Entry is possible at any time, and you benefit from a free trial month. Individual funding options such as scholarships, education loans as well as, if applicable, tax deductibility as income-related expenses or financing by the employer can be utilised. Additionally, Euro-FH offers discounts and special promotions as well as the possibility to reduce tuition fees and study duration through the recognition of prior achievements.
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