Master of Science (MSc)

Explore decision-making and its implications for finance, investments and financial management in the MSc in Finance and Investments from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.

The Master of Science in Finance and Investments deals with financial decision-making from a management perspective. Typical questions addressed in this field relate to financial decisions made by companies and investors, such as

• How should a firm be optimally financed?
• What are value effects of major investment decisions, such as mergers and acquisitions?
• How do international financial markets operate?
  

Practically-oriented, research-driven and internationally-focused, the MSc Finance & Investments is delivered by one of Europe’s most respected research teams, bringing you the latest theoretical sights by international faculty who are experts in their field. The programme is one of the first in Europe to be awarded CFA (Chartered Financial Analysts)-programme status

Please note:
The MSc in Finance and Investments, which until now was a specialisation of the MSc in Business Administration, is in the process of being accredited as a separate degree. Until this process is finalised, it will be offered as a specialisation of the MSc in Business Administration and graduates will receive the accredited MSc in Business Administration. The curriculum will remain the same.

Education objectives

• An in-depth understanding of the theory and practice of financial management
  
• A research-driven programme ensuring the latest theories and applications
  
• A practice-based approach, achieved through case assignments, exercises, and exposure to guest speakers from the financial industry
• A wide selection of master electives so your programme suits your interests
  
  

Career prospects

Our graduates work in financial institutions such as investment banks, merchants banks and pension funds as well as with multinationals or governmental institutions.

Target audience

Students must have a university bachelor degree equal to the Dutch university BSc degree. Depending on the programme, this should be in a relevant discipline.

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Admission requirements

You will be assessed on the basis of a dossier containing your academic background and relevant test-scores such as GMAT and/or Toefl/IELTS.

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Admission and application

You will be asked to submit an application file consisting of various documents. Deadlines are in early spring and may vary per programme.

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