International Finance and Economics

The highly international Master in International Finance and Economics (MIFE) is tailored towards above average graduates from all over the world with a first academic degree in business and previous work experience in either Finance or Economics. The 3-semesters, full-time English-language program provides you with an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of international Finance and Economics. The program allows for specialization by choosing special electives in Finance and Economics. Furthermore, the program offers both practical and international experience and prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities, e.g. in the global financial industry.

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MIFE offers a comprehensive, integrated curriculum in Finance and Economics based on core modules and electives to choose from. The program is entirely taught in English.

Lectures tend to be in a participative lecture-style with a strong involvement of students. Classes frequently incorporate case analyses and group discussions. There will also be joint work sessions and opportunities for supervised project work, field investigations and company visits, as well as individual research. Small classes allow for close personal contacts.

We are committed to an academic, yet practice-oriented approach. Our experienced professors have an extensive academic as well as strong practical background in Finance/Economics. We are all working together to deliver a professional and internationally-oriented education which enables students to cope with a vast, continuously changing global environment.

Furthermore, students may broaden their horizon by spending a semester at one of our 80+ partner universities or by doing an internship abroad.

Fact and Figures:

• Only around 40 new students per year     
• Small classes of around 20–30 students     
• approx. 80 % of students are non-Germans from around 30 different countries worldwide. The multi-cultural study environment is a true highlight of the program for many.    
• the vast majority would recommend the study program (recent years' Alumni surveys: 100 %)