International Finance (Master of Science) Nürtingen-Geislingen University
- Duration
- 3 semesters
- Language of instruction
- English
- Tuition fees
- Tuition varies
- Next application deadline
- 1 June 2027 (winter semester)
- Language level required
- English: B2German: None
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- MSc
- Duration
- 3 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- A Diploma supplement will be issued
- Yes
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
Language of instruction
English (100%)
Programme description
First Semester Modules (Nürtingen – winter semester)
- Financial Management (Management Accounting / Financial Modelling / Applied IFRS)
- Financial Analysis (Portfolio Management / Bond Analysis / Equity Analysis)
- Management Skills (Strategic Management / Intercultural and Conflict Management / Project)
- Quantitative Research (Quantitative Risk Management / Designing and Publishing Empirical Research in Business Studies)
Second Semester Modules (Nürtingen – summer semester)
- Applied International Corporate Finance (Mergers and Acquisitions / Private Equity & Acquisition Financing / IPO & Investor Relations)
- Applied Quantitative Corporate Finance (Company Valuation / Corporate Finance on Imperfect Capital Markets)
- Derivatives and Financial Engineering (Financial Engineering / Derivatives)
- Research in Empirical Finance (Predictive Analytics / Empirical Finance)
For IFM students, it is optional to spend their third semester either in Nürtingen or their third and fourth semester as a free mover at a university of their choice to receive a double degree.
Option One: Third semester at the HfWU (Nürtingen – winter semester)
- Innovation in the Financial Industry (Digital Finance and Fin Tec / Data Science / AI for Finance & Research)
- Master's thesis
Option Two: Double degree as a free mover at a university of your choice
Programme structure
The programme starts in October (winter semester) each year.
First semester: Nürtingen, Germany (lectures from October to February)
Second semester: Nürtingen, Germany (lectures from March to July)
Third semester: Nürtingen, Germany (lectures from October to February)
Alternatively, students have the option to pursue a double degree as a free mover. In this case, students usually spend their third and fourth semester at a university of their choice.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
Besides the option to spend their third semester at the HfWU Nuertingen-Geislingen University, students also have the opportunity to complete one semester abroad at one of our partner universities or a double degree programme as a "free mover" at a university of their choice worldwide.
The programme is taught completely in English and also includes the teaching of intercultural skills throughout all modules, due to the focus on international finance.
Integrated internships
None
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
1 June 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in the areas of business, economics, management or business law from a national or international institution of higher education. The degree must show evidence of above-average examination results.
Language requirements
German language requirements
English language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
IELTS Academic
|
Total: 5.5 / 9
|
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
| Applicants from | Tuition fee | |
|---|---|---|
Non-EU countries
|
1,500 EUR
|
Semester contribution
Approx. 200 EUR
Cost of living
Students should budget approx. 900 EUR per month. A higher cost of living may be expected if students choose to pursue a double degree abroad.
Part-time employment
Depends on the work permit
Living & services
Accommodation
Accommodation is available in the local halls of residence https://www.my-stuwe.de/en/ or on the private market (e.g. https://housinganywhere.com). Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 350 EUR per month.
Contact
Faculty of Business Administration and International Finance
- Name
- Prof Dr Dr Dietmar Ernst
- Adresse
- Neckarsteige 6-10, 72622 Nürtingen
- Telefon
- +49 70222011021