MBA International Business Finance & Accounting

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MBA International Business Finance & Accounting

  • Course description MBA International Business Finance & Accounting.

    Investing in your future

    • Next start of studies: Bad Honnef: March / September
    • Berlin: April / October     
    • Accreditation: FIBAA accredited
    • Credits: 90 ECTS
    • Language of instruction: 100% English

    Overview:

    Career springboard MBA

    Have you already gained work experience after completing your first degree and now want to build your management skills to reach the next level in your career? In our MBA with a major in Finance & Accounting, we provide you with comprehensive specialist knowledge as well as relevant business management know-how.

    You develop skills in preparing and executing financial policy decisions, learn how to handle financing options on international capital markets as well as accounting in accordance with international standards, and acquire in-depth investment-analysis and portfolio-management expertise so you can optimise your company’s financial performance.

    Facts about the degree programme:

    • Degree: Master of Arts (M.A.) 
    • Study model: On Campus
    • Campus: Bad Honnef, Berlin
    • Programme duration: 3 semesters
    • Admission: Bachelor’s degree, placement test if necessary, proof of English language skills

    Studying in Bad Honnef.

    Bad Honnef is idyllically located in one of the most beautiful areas of North Rhine-Westphalia – with direct connections to the metropolis of Cologne and the cultural city of Bonn. There are also a lot of options for recreation during your studies: The island of Grafenwerth, the Siebengebirge and the Drachenfels, which towers over Bad Honnef, offer places to relax or go mountain biking or hiking. And for those you who prefer something a little more exciting: Cologne and Bonn are ideal for shopping, cultural events and parties. To change the viewing direction, simply drag the image with the mouse pointer in the desired direction.

    Programme Structure.

    What you will learn from us


    The MBA gives you expert and general management know-how and will help you develop your individual methodical skills:


    • You will deepen your knowledge in the areas of business management and leadership through academic and practice-oriented modules.
    • You will actively work on your soft skills such as communication skills and intercultural awareness.
    • You develop expertise with regard to the preparation and execution of fiscal decisions in international capital markets.
    • You learn how to handle financing options in international capital markets and how to meet international standards.
    • You acquire in-depth expertise in investment analysis and portfolio management to optimise the financial performance of companies.

    Where you will be studying.
    You can pursue your MBA degree at the two German campuses in Bad Honnef and Berlin.

    Admission.


    Studying at the IU supports and challenges you. Here is what you need to become part of our university.


    • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (3 year programme or equivalent to 180 ECTS)
    • Final grade of at least "Satisfactory" (Minimum grade point average equivalent of 3.0 according to the German grading system)
    • At least 2 years of full-time professional and relevant experience after your Bachelor´s graduation (internships do not qualify)
    • Proof of English proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL IBT 80 points / PTE 56 points (overall) / Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency


    Just send us your application and our Admission team will guide you on your options.

    Where you will be studying.

    Students who want to focus diligently on their studies but also enjoy themselves shouldn’t have to spend their time in crowded lecture halls, dusty libraries or long queues in front of their professors’ offices. Small study groups ensure you receive excellent support at the IU and have a “direct line” to the lecturers. Our professors and lecturers have a wealth of practical experience and outstanding expertise; many of them are still active in companies in addition to their work at IU. Our different campuses offer you everything you need for your education and well-being: modern seminar rooms, libraries, IT support, WIFI and a canteen; and in Bad Honnef there is also a café and a bar right on campus.

    Career:

    What are my prospects?

    An MBA degree in Finance & Accounting makes you a sought-after expert in an industry with a future. After graduation, for example, you can work as a ...

    • Risk Manger
    • Financial Controller
    • Compliance Officer

    Your career? International!.

    Whether it is at a global medium-sized company or at a multinational corporation abroad – the IU prepares you well for the global job market. The numbers speak for themselves: 3 out of 4 of our graduates work in an international environment, and every third person works abroad.

    CHE-Ranking
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    • The IU consistently achieves top scores
    • In the category “overall study conditions” (grade 1.6)
    • In the category “practical orientation” (1.7)
    • In the category “international orientation bachelor’s” (10 out of 11 possible points)
    • In direct comparison to the CHE Ranking 2014: Better ratings for “academic feasibility” (grade 1.4) and “support from professors” (grade 1.8)

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