Bachelor of Finance & Management

Program Overview

The B.Sc. Finance & Management program at ISM combines finance and management principles, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial sector. The program features a strong practical focus with internships, projects, and workshops, preparing graduates for careers in finance, investment banking, and corporate finance. The program also offers international opportunities through semester abroad and a Global Track, fostering intercultural competencies and global perspectives.

Program Outline

Finance & Management at ISM: A Comprehensive Analysis

Degree Overview:

• Focus: This program combines classic management and economics principles with extensive knowledge of financial sector management.
• Objectives:
• Equip students with the core subjects of the finance world, including principles of finance, accounting, financial products, and operation of companies on global markets.
• Provide know-how in finance topics like corporate finance, financial management, and reporting.
• Offer in-depth knowledge of mergers and acquisitions or international financial reporting.
• Description:
• Full-time program offered in English.
• Available at Frankfurt/Main, Cologne, and Berlin campuses.
• Standard period of study: 6 semesters (7 semesters within the Global Track).
• Semester start: March (Spring term) and September (Fall term).
• Accreditations: FIBAA, German Accreditation Council.
• Includes two integrated semesters abroad: one compulsory, one optional.
• Features 20-week compulsory internship, workshops, and excursions.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Core subjects: finance, accounting, financial products, global capital and financial markets, corporate finance, financial management, reporting, mergers and acquisitions, international financial reporting.
• Additional subjects: German language for international students, French, Italian, or Spanish for German-speaking students.
• Practical focus: compulsory internships in Germany and abroad, hands-on consulting projects, workshops, and interaction with experienced lecturers.
• Structure:
• Two semesters per year.
• Standard period of study: 6 semesters (7 semesters with Global Track).
• Semester abroad: one compulsory, one optional.
• Internship: 20 weeks.
• Teaching language: English.
• Course Schedule:
• Individual Modules:

Assessment:

• Methods:
• Exams
• Assignments
• Projects
• Presentations
• Class participation
• Criteria:
• Understanding of concepts
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Communication skills
• Teamwork

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Interactive lectures
• Case studies
• Group discussions
• Workshops
• Simulations
• Faculty:
• Experienced lecturers from academia and industry.
• Unique Approaches:
• Integration of practical experience through internships, projects, and workshops.
• International focus with opportunities for semester abroad and global track.

Careers:

• Potential Paths:
• Financial analyst
• Investment banker
• Corporate finance manager
• Financial consultant
• Portfolio manager
• Risk management specialist
• Financial planner
• Opportunities:
• Finance industry
• Investment and banking sector
• Insurance companies
• Corporate finance functions
• Management positions
• Outcomes:
• High employability rate
• Strong network of alumni
• Competitive salaries

Other:

• Semester Abroad:
• Opportunity to study at one of ISM's 190+ partner universities.
• Gain experience in different cultures and business environments.
• Global Track:
• Additional semester abroad for a global perspective.
• Develop intercultural competencies and language skills.
• Entrepreneurship as a Service:
• Support for students interested in starting their own businesses.
• Strong Internationality:
• Students from 84 nationalities.
• 30% international students.
• Personal Teaching Atmosphere:
• Study in small learning groups.

Finance & Management program at ISM offers a comprehensive and practical education in finance, preparing students for successful careers in the financial world.