International Finance
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin · Berlin, Europe
Duration
18 mo
Tuition
No tuition fee
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Winter semester
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About this programme
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. 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, 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
Intakes & deadlines
Winter semester
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Entry requirements
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English
E.G. TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 89 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 IELTS Academic: 6.5
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Prerequisites
Applicants must fulfil the following 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 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 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.
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Tuition is No tuition fee. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Applicants must fulfil the following 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 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 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. English: E.G. TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 89 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 IELTS Academic: 6.5.
The programme runs about 18 months full-time.
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