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Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
Magdeburg
Financial Economics
Subjects: Finance;Economics;Business
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
The goal of this study program is to equip students with the ability to independently identify and solve economic problems using scientific methods. Students will develop a systemic way of thinking and gain excellent analytical skills. These skills are crucial for managerial and consulting roles, enabling students to understand complex relationships and analyze issues from various perspectives. The program focuses on financial economics, capital market theory, banking and financial market functionality and regulation, and empirical financial market research. These areas support entrepreneurial and economic policy decisions in a globalized world. The curriculum is delivered entirely in English, and the student body is multinational, with participants from over 30 countries. The program emphasizes combining technical expertise with multilingualism and an international perspective.
Program Information
| Study Location | Magdeburg |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 278 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of English language skills on C1 level with one of the recognized options.
Qualification Requirements
Relevant bachelor's, diploma, or comparable degree with at least 140 ECTS (at the time of applying), and an average grade of 2.9 or better, determined from the examination results. - A study program is relevant if at least 60 ECTS (EU degrees) or 12 modules (non-EU) in economics, and at least 15 ECTS (EU degrees) or 4 modules (non-EU) in courses in the field of quantitative methods have been acquired.
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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