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M.Sc. Finance

International School of Management (ISM) Paris

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter intake
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  • English
    Language
  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

The International School of Management (ISM) is a prestigious institution known for its high-quality education and diverse student body. The Master of Science in Finance program at ISM is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of financial management, investment analysis, and risk assessment. The curriculum is tailored to meet the demands of the ever-changing global financial industry, and students have the opportunity to learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue careers in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial consulting. The program also offers networking opportunities and internships to help students gain practical experience and build valuable connections in the finance industry.

Fields of study

Finance & Banking(Business & Economics)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Finance at International School of Management (ISM)

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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You should prove your proficiency in the English language as follows:

1. TOEFL (at least a score of 80, internet-based) or

2. IELTS (at least 6.0) or

3. Cambridge (FCE) or

4. A degree in English studies or

5. At least 30 ECTS in an English-language higher education program or

6. you are a native speaker (assessed on a case-by-case basis).

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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a successfully completed bachelor's degree, comprising at least 180 ECTS points, or

an equivalent course of study at a university or university of applied sciences or a foreign university of equivalent level, and

the submission of the application documents as well as

participation in a multi-level entrance test (written and oral).

Examinations must be at least 30 ECTS credits in economics subjects. If you have not studied for a Bachelor's degree in economics or if your quantitative ECTS points are not sufficient, you can prepare yourself for your management studies with the ISM Pre-Master.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Enrollment

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Curriculum vitae

A successfully completed bachelor's degree (transcript of records), comprising at least 180 ECTS points, for the Fast Track 210 ECTS points, or

an equivalent course of study at a university or university of applied sciences or a foreign university of equivalent level, and

Examinations must be at least 30 ECTS points in the field of business sciences. If you have not studied for a Bachelor's degree in economics or if your quantitative ECTS points are not sufficient, you can prepare yourself for your management studies with the ISM Pre-Master.

Please register online for the admission test. You will then receive a confirmation of enrolment with a link to our application portal and the concrete date.

International applicants who require a visa for studying in Germany must submit their application documents by July 15th of the same year.

Upon successful verification of your documents, you will be asked to register for an online admission test (opens in a new tab). You will then receive a confirmation of enrolment to the admission process with a link to our Online Application Portal and the concrete date of your interview with the program director.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Finance

Programme-specific documents

You will receive a link to our application portal after your registration for the admission test day. There you can upload the following documents that we need from you:

Curriculum vitae (CV).

Copy of your national ID card.

A digital passport photo (colored, jpg format, high resolution).

Letter of motivation.

Certified (authenticated) copy of your first degree certificate (in English or German)

If the certificate is not yet available at the time of application, please submit the current overview of grades of the examinations completed up to this point (transcript of records). If you have obtained an international degree, please contact your student advisors to check admission requirements.

Proof of English language knowledge.

You should prove your proficiency in the English language as follows:

A TOEFL (at least a score of 80, internet-based), IELTS (at least 6.0) or Cambridge (FCE) test score or

A degree in English Studies or

At least 30 ECTS in an English-language higher education program or

You are a native speaker (will be assessed on a case-by-case basis).

Proof of health insurance in Germany (can be submitted at a later time too).

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This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Finance at International School of Management (ISM)

Application procedure

The admission process consists of a case study and an interview. You will present your results of the case study in an oral presentation on the day of the admission test.

1st case study:

After your online registration for the admission process, we will send you questions which you will prepare in the form of a presentation and a written elaboration for the day of the interview. You send us the results of this case study by e-mail at least 2 working days before your interview. Therefore, we can also go into the conversation well prepared.

2nd interview:

The goal of the interview is to get to know you and your personal background better. We are looking forward to getting to know your professional and personal goals as well as your motivation for your studies. Furthermore, the head of the study programme can discuss the results of your case study with you during the interview. If you have any further questions about the application process, please contact your study advisor.

Selection process

The admission process consists of a case study and an interview. You will present your results of the case study in an oral presentation on the day of the admission test.

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

APS

Required for Enrollment

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Address

International School of Management (ISM)

Mörfelder Landstraße 55

60598 Frankfurt/Main

Germany

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Costs

Tuition

Over 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

27,924 – 50,964 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

Additional fee information

5,700 Euro for all campuses

6,480 Euro (for contracts signed from spring term 2025 onwards)

Monthly payments are also possible.

Enrollment fee

EU- & EWR-students: 600 Euro

Non-EU-students: 1,500 Euro

Admission deposit of 3,500 Euro.

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