Location:

Geneva, Switzerland

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

Financial Planning, Financial Planning, Financial Planning

Program Overview

Program Description:

Description

The Master of International Management with a specialization in International Finance is designed to challenge your understanding of finance through rigorous training in the conceptual, analytical and empirical intricacies of modern international finance and investment. Throughout the course, you will:

• Acquire knowledge of international taxation and estate planning

• Learn risk management and gain an in depth knowledge of insurance companies

• Be able to perform a technical analysis • Be familiar with hedge fund analysis and management

• Explore financial statement analysis for executives

Program

The master’s program requires the successful completion of 90 ECTS credits. The program format consists of unique business, management, and finance courses that will extend and deepen your understanding of and experience in business along with courses that specialize in finance) and a final project. The breakdown of the program is as follows: 11 core courses (44 ECTS); a consultancy project (4 ECTS); participation in a practical and competitive business simulation (4 ECTS); 5 courses in your chosen area of finance) (20 ECTS); and a business project which can be an industry report, a problem-solving case, or a business plan (18 ECTS).

Facts 

• Starting in September 
• Starting in February 
• Duration: 1.5 years / 3 semesters
• Credits: 90 ECTS
• Language: English
• Delivery mode: On campus
• Delivery mode: Geneva campus and Barcelona campus
• Degree Awarded: Master of International Management with specialisation in International Finance
• Transfer Opportunities: We offer our students the option to transfer for a semester between our Geneva and Barcelona campuses.
   

Admission Criteria for Master’s Programs

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in a related field

• IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 74 / DET 105-110 (official English exam results) or proof of studying previously in an English-speaking environment for a minimum of 3 years

• A scanned copy of all required academic diplomas, transcripts, and academic certificates

• A 500-word written response to a business case study

• An interview with a representative from the academic team on their chosen campus. The candidate’s response to the case study will be discussed in the interview.

• Photocopy of valid passport / national ID

• Resume/CV 

• 1 reference letter from a former academic institution

 

Master’s Programs Fees 

Geneva Campus 

Application Fee: EUR 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application)
Administration Fee: CHF 3,000 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities)
Tuition per semester: CHF 10,250 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities)

Barcelona & Madrid Campus

Application Fee: EUR 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application)
Administration Fee: EUR 1,900 (one-time fee, 80% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities)
Tuition per semester: EUR 5,450 (1.5-year / 3-semester program) (100% refund if the entry visa or residence permit is refused by the visa authorities)

Cost:

Geneva Campus Application Fee: EUR 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: CHF 3,000 Tuition per semester: CHF 12,450 (6 semester program) Barcelona & Madrid Campus Application Fee: EUR 150 (non-refundable, paid upon application) Administration Fee: EUR 1,900 Tuition per semester: EUR 5,450 (6 semester program)

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

The four main accreditations Geneva Business School holds are from IACBE, AASBI, CHEA and EDUQUA. 

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in a related field IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 74 / DET 105-110 (official English exam results) or proof of studying previously in an English-speaking environment for a minimum of 3 years A scanned copy of all required academic diplomas, transcripts, and academic certificates A 500-word written response to a business case study An interview with a representative from the academic team on their chosen campus. The candidate’s response to the case study will be discussed in the interview. Photocopy of valid passport / national ID Resume/CV 1 reference letter from a former academic institution