MA

Finance

Learn more about studying Finance as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    18 months
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    17,160EUR
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Munich Business School says about their program:

By choosing our Master in Finance, you’ll be making a sound investment in a promising professional future. It will open up countless career opportunities for you in the financial sector and in management. You could move into corporate consultancy, corporate finance, private equity, investment banking or business development, following in the footsteps of MBS alumni who have established themselves at international companies such as BMW, Allianz, EY, Deloitte and Goldman Sachs.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

All applicants for the bachelor's program need a school leaving certificate that entitles them to higher education in Bavaria, e.g.:

  • Abitur
  • Fachhochschulreife
  • Matura
  • IB international school leaving certificates

Postgraduate academic requirements

Successful bachelor's degree (180 ECTS or more). Applicants with a degree in Business Studies/Management/Economics are entitled to apply for the MA programs directly, applicants without a degree in economics can qualify for the program by completing the pre master's program.

Master of Business Administration

- Proof that you have successfully completed a recognized degree in any subject - Work experience - Evidence of at least two years of pertinent work experience after your first degree - Management and leadership potential, excellent interpersonal and communicative skills and a high degree of personal maturity and motivation. You should also be in a position to contribute to the community’s learning process

English proficiency

Undergraduate

- **TOEFL iBT:** minimum 85 (minimum of 22 in writing band, minimum of 20 in all other bands; MBS TOEFL Institution Code - 5772) - **IELTS:** minimum level of 6.5 – Academic Module - **ELS English for Academic Purposes:** Advanced Level 112

Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years.

Graduate

- **TOEFL iBT:** minimum 85 (minimum 22 in writing and minimum 20 in all other bands; MBS TOEFL Institution Code - 5772) - **IELTS:** minimum level of 6.5 – Academic Module - **ELS English for Academic Purposes:** Advanced Level 112

Test results can only be accepted if achieved within the last two years.

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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    €13,300 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from €17,160 to €32,000 per year

Funding

To apply for one of these scholarships, enclose a personal statement together with your application for the program at MBS.

MBS Explorer Scholarship - Undergraduate

Applications for this scholarship are considered only if the following requirements are met: - Justification and proof of economic circumstances - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) The amount goes up to €5,200

MBS BEST Scholarship - Undergraduate

Applications for this scholarship are considered only if the following requirements are met: - Average grade of “very good” in school diploma - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) - Voluntary commitments (proof is desirable) The amount goes up to €5,200

MBS Bavarian Scholarship - Undergraduate

Applications for this scholarship are considered only if the following requirements are met: - Average grade of “good” in school diploma - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) The amount goes up to €8,000

MBS Explorer Scholarship - Graduate

Applications for this scholarship are considered only if the following requirements are met: - Justification and proof of economic circumstances - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) The amount goes up to €8,000

MBS BEST Scholarship - Graduate

The prerequisites for this scholarship are: - Very good grade average for bachelor's degrees - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) - Voluntary commitments (proof is desirable) The amount goes up to €8,000

MBS Bavarian Scholarship

The prerequisites for this scholarship are: - Average grade of “good” in a bachelor diploma - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) The amount goes up to €8,000

MBS Sports Scholarship

The prerequisites for this scholarship are: - Average grade of “good” in a bachelor diploma - Willingness to commit to MBS (e.g. student initiative, MBS ambassador at trade fairs and events) - Voluntary commitments (e.g. as a coach in a sports club) The amount goes up to €8,000

MBA Scholarship

The prerequisites for this scholarship are: - Justification and proof of special achievements during professional life - Willingness to get involved at MBS (e.g. Student Initiative, MBS Ambassador at trade fairs or events) The amount goes up to €6,400
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What is the cost of living near Munich Business School?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect München-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,464
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€1,188
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€348
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€37
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€18
Monthly public transport pass€63
Monthly grocery basket€160
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€15
Gym membership€50

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Munich Business School

Many international students will require a visa to study in Germany, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Germany student visa requirements