In the fields of financial markets, financial institutions, corporate finance and quantitative methods, the MA HSG in Banking and Finance (MBF) offers high-quality education in both theory and practice. It prepares you for a successful career start with banks, consulting agencies, insurance companies and the finance departments of non-financial corporations, both in Switzerland and abroad. The MBF programme offers outstanding career prospects, with 100% of graduates receiving a job offer within three months, and provides access to leading PhD programmes worldwide. Ranked among the top Finance programmes globally and number one in Switzerland and the German-speaking region, the MBF combines a clear and flexible curriculum with a strong integration of theory and practice. Students can choose from a wide range of electives, participate in a research seminar and thesis, and benefit from content highly relevant to the curricula of the CFA and CAIA programmes. Located in the heart of Europe, the programme offers international perspectives through a diverse faculty, global exchange opportunities, and proximity to Zurich’s financial centre. A strong alumni network and regular community events further connect students with peers and corporate partners, ensuring long-term value beyond graduation. |
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You may apply to this Master's programme if you hold, or will have obtained one of the following degrees from a recognised university before this programme starts: - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Economics (or similar) from a recognised university
- (at least 60 ECTS credits in Business Administration/Economics and also at least 6 ECTS credits in Mathematics or Statistics)
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (or similar) from a recognised University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule)
- (at least 90 ECTS credits in the core areas Business Administration, Economics, Law and Mathematics/Statistics; thereof 45 ECTS credits in Business Administration)
- Grade point average (unrounded) of minimum 5.00 Swiss grading system (German/Austria 2.00, Netherlands 7.5) in the degree certificate and a maximum of 20 ECTS credits out of 180 ECTS Credits in internship credits.
- Consecutive Master's degree in another discipline from a recognised University
- Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes must have been completed in the same discipline (consecutively) and amount to at least 270 ECTS credit points together.
For the classification of the similarity of a major, only curricular credits of a completed degree programme are taken into account. Excess credits (optional credits) are not considered. The compulsory achievements of the corresponding HSG Bachelor's degree programme serve as a basis for the classification. Your degree programme will be recognised if, among other, the following criteria are fulfilled: - Your final degree certificate was awarded by a university which is recognised in the country where you attended the course.
- You have completed at least 80% of your course work at a recognised or accredited university.
- You have completed at least half of the course work onsite at the university awarding the degree.
- You fulfil the minimum requirements for admission to the Master's degree programme at your home university.
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Work Experience
Commitments and activities outside of your studies, such as work experience, challenging internships or exchange semesters are only considered if you furnish proof thereof. List all of these activities on your curriculum vitae and upload proof thereof in the extracurricular activities section. The curriculum vitae must be written in English. Use our style template or a CV of your own. Please make sure to include all the information listed in the fact sheet "Curriculum vitae requirements". |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.