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12960 EUR/year
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About

The Master of Finance expands your knowledge in the areas of investments, financial law, accounting and rating and trains you as an expert in financial management. The Finance program at the International School of Management (ISM) will sensitize you to current finance and investment topics, enabling you to develop strategies and later consult on all issues related to financial markets.

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Overview

The Finance Master’s program at the International School of Management (ISM) provides comprehensive insights into financial management, equipping you with advanced knowledge in:

    Quantitative Finance

    Financial Planning and Rating

    Risk Management

    Investment Banking

    Controlling and Auditing

Throughout the program, you’ll benefit from close interaction with experienced lecturers who bring practical expertise from the finance industry. This hands-on approach ensures you are well-prepared for a successful career after graduation.

 

You’ll also have the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge in practical projects. These team-based assignments focus on solving real-world challenges in corporate financial management, culminating in presentations to your classmates or even to company representatives.

Hands-On Learning, Internationality and Professional Growth

ISM is dedicated to providing practice-oriented education that bridges academics and real-world business applications. The international focus ensures students from diverse backgrounds are well-prepared for academic and professional success.

  • Personalized Support: With a tutor-to-student ratio of 1:7, you’ll receive individual attention and support tailored to your needs.
  • Small Class Sizes: Learn in an environment where you can ask questions, interact with peers, and focus on your professional goals.
  • Practical Experience: Engage in an integrated 12-week practical phase to gain real-world insights.
  • Market Research Project: Develop entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills through an extensive research project.
  • Case Studies & Projects: Work on marketing case studies and conduct your own projects with guidance from industry experts.
  • Expert Exchange: Benefit from intensive interaction with professionals from the marketing and communications sector.
  • Career Preparation: Gain the skills and experience needed for enhanced employability and a thriving global career.

Join ISM and take the next step toward achieving your academic and professional ambitions.

How Can I Apply?

In order to study master at the International School of Management (ISM), the university conducts an online admission test. 

This tests consists of preparing a brief Powerpoint presentation and an online interview with program director. This is to assess your motivation, your abilities as well as learn about your personality.

The Master programs are not restricted by a “Numerus Clausus” (NC, average grade).

What documents need to be submitted?

In order to verify your eligibility to study master in Germany, please first send the following documents to an ISM study advisor of your desired campus for a fast-check:

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Yourbachelor's degree (if already available) and transcript of records, comprising at least 180 ECTS points, or an equivalent course of study at an university, university of applied sciences or a foreign university of equivalent level.
  • English language certificate (if available), for eg. TOEFL, IELTS or other (only needed if the medium of instruction in your high school/university was not English).

Upon examination and successful verification of your documents, you will be asked to register for an online admission test.

Application deadlines

We have no fixed applications deadlines at ISM, but we kindly ask international applicants who require a visa for studying in Germany to submit their application documents by

  • July 15th of the previous year (program starts in fall semester).
  • If you have missed this deadline, please contact a study advisor for more information on how to proceed.

Accreditation

AACSB (international accreditation), FIBAA, German Accreditation Council

Currently the only private University of Applied Sciences in Germany currently AACSB accredited.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Financial Mathematics & Statistics

  • Investing & Financing

  • Financial Reporting 
  • Corporate & Investment Banking
  • Blockchain & Digital Assets
  • Asset Management
  • Capital Market Theory
  • Leadership

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

ISM has no fixed deadlines, but applicants who require a visa for Germany please submit your full application documents by July 15th for fall starting studies

Credits

120 ECTS

90 or 120 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

No specific GPA or GMAT score or any specifc Numerus Clausus (NC) are required at ISM. You can apply for a fso-called "fast check" of your application documents and an ISM study advisor will let you know the next steps after performing a quick check.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at International School of Management (ISM) and/or in Germany, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • A successfully completed Bachelor's degree (transcript of records, if you have not graduated yet), comprising at least 180 ECTS points (for the Fast Track study option 210 ECTS points), or
  • An equivalent course of study at a university or university of applied sciences or a foreign university of equivalent level
  • Examinations must be at least 30 ECTS points in the field of business sciences.
  • Proof of English language skills (if available), equivalent to the B2 level, for eg. TOEFL, IELTS 6.0 or other (only needed if the medium of instruction in your high school/university was not English)

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees
  • International

    12960 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 6480 EUR per semester during 24 months.
  • EU/EEA

    12960 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 6480 EUR per semester during 24 months.

Monthly payments are also possible.

Early Bird: Save 1,500 Euro when you sign a contractby March 15

Last Call: Save 500 Euro when you sign a contract by June 15.

Living costs for Dortmund

730 - 1100 EUR /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The ISM offers different grants and scholarships, including partial and some full scholarships. Other study financing options are available from third parties.

If you would like to apply for an ISM scholarship, applications can be submitted with an already passed ISM admission test for the

  • upcoming winter semester from May 15 until June 15.

Please find here a summary of all financing opportunities(Financing Brochure, PDF).

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Finance.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Fully Funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship
Merit-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Leadership for Africa (Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda): Master's Degree Scholarships in Germany
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
The Deutschlandstipendium at German Universities
Merit-based

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German Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Karl Schmidt Rottluff Scholarship
Merit-based

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Studienstiftung
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Study Scholarships - Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 EUR
Deadline
04 Jul 2025
EU Mobility Programme for Myanmar
Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
21000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
LSE Executive Global Master’s in Management Hinrich Foundation Scholarship
Merit-based

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Hinrich Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD
Merit-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Graduate School Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Leadership for Africa (Cameroon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Niger and Senegal): Master's Degree Scholarships in Germany
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Study Scholarships - Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
850 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
DAAD-TEV-Master's degree scholarships
Merit-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
480 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
SBW Berlin Scholarship
Need-based

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SBW Berlin
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Sustainability Academy Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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International Sustainability Academy (ISA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2025
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

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1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2025
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

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Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available

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