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B.Sc. in Finance & Management

Enter the world of finance management. This Bachelor program allows you to acquire knowledge in the field of finance and gain international experience via a semester abroad.

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Bachelor's in Finance & Management at a glance

Standard period of study

6 semesters (7 semesters with the 'Global Track')

Semester start

September (fall term) or March (spring term)

Study types

Full-time on campus or in Distance Learning

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Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne?and?Berlin

Degree

Bachelor of Science B.Sc. in Finance

Accreditations

AACSB, FIBAA, German Accreditation Council

Semester abroad

one compulsory, one optional

Practical experience

20 weeks of compulsory internships, workshops and company excursions

Language

100 % in English

Other languages

See program content. Optional foreign languages available with 'Study Plus'.

Tuition fees

Overview of?tuition fees and study fee discounts.

Tip:?sign a contract by September 15 and enjoy discount for spring studies.

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You can still apply for fall term 2025

If you want to start your studies at ISM in the winter semester 2025, you can still apply if you do not require a study visa. Contact our?study advisors?if you have questions that you need answered fast or apply directly online below.

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Bachelor's Degree in Finance

What it involves studying finance in management

A Bachelor's degree in Finance and in Management offers you a wealth of information in the field of business and economics fundamentals on one hand, and financial management, on the other. Whether you are interested in?financial planning, business taxation or corporate finance?- the undergraduate program Bachelor of Finance?combines the classic economics principles of business administration studies?with extensive knowledge on the?management of the financial sector.

The Bachelor's in Finance teaches you about the?core subjects of the finance world: among other, you will get to know?principles of?finance, accounting, financial products?and how companies operate on global capital and financial markets. With the Bachelor of Finance program, you will also acquire know-how in finance topics such as?corporate finance, financial management and reporting. During the last two semesters you will additionally gain more in-depth knowledge of subjects such as?controlling or consulting projects,?mergers and acquisitions?or?international financial management?such as?portfolio & assets.

If you decide to pursue a financial management degree at ISM, your will also enjoy compulsory internships in Germany and abroad, interesting hands-on consulting projects, workshops and a?permanent contact with?experienced lecturers from the financial management and business world.

To the program content

Basic know-how: business administration, accounting, economics, statistics
Specific expertise: finance, reporting, business law, financial markets, consulting
Possible career fields: financial advisor, consulting, bank management, insurance companies

Early-Bird Discount:
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Save 1,500 euro when you sign your study contract for the start in summer semester by September 15th! Our study advisors are happy to answer any questions you may have.

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ISM students in a company project with Deloitte

#In the middle of practice

Consulting in the digital age - Finance degree students at Deloitte

In order to bring the dynamism and innovative power of start-ups to companies, consulting firm Deloitte established its own digital unit to drive digitalization strategies and the development of digital business models. During the financial management course, a field trip took students to Deloitte's headquarters. The concept was examined more closely and then the students were asked to demonstrate their innovative ability themselves. A digital product was developed as part of the Deloitte Innovation Challenge for the areas of tax, consulting and audit, and strategic recommendations for action were drawn up.

Integrated semester abroad in Europe or overseas
Global Track: a second, optional semester abroad
Benefit of our university network with around 190 partner universities worldwide

Gain international exposure with the Bachelor's degree in Finance

Studying Finance & Management means not only acquiring business knowledge, but also understanding the structures of the global financial markets. In order to prepare you for a career in international finance in management, the Bachelor of Finance comprises

intensive language training?in English, and - optionally - also in German, Italian, French or Spanish (with ISM StudyPlus),
integrated semester abroad?at one of our over 190 partner universities, and
optional second semester abroad?(if you select the Global Track)

Studying finance at ISM?also means taking part in?many practical projects?and benefitting from a continuous direct exchange with?the business world.?Thus, you will gain insights into many companies, develop your problem-solving skills and can immerse yourself in different fields of finance during your studies with an internship in Germany or abroad. This will bring you closer to your dream job.

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ISM student during semester abroad in Australia at Bond University

#On the move internationally

The perfect wave – A semester in 'down under'

Australia is perfect for students who enjoy travelling. At the other end of the world, exciting metropolises, diverse landscapes and a unique animal world await you. Nikolai Rublack studies Finance & Management at ISM and spent his semester abroad at?Bond University in Australia.

How can I apply for the Bachelors in Finance?

Is studying finance something for you and is a financial management degree a perfect fit? You don't shy away from mathematics, quantitative topics and accounting and have an analytical mind? You're known for keeping track of things and have a passion for numbers, taxes and balance sheets? Then you should consider to study finance!

In order to study Finance & Management at ISM, our university conducts an?online entrance exam. A specific?numerus clausus (NC) is not required. The online exam tests your mathematics and English skills as well as your motivation to study, while we also learn about your personality and your abilities. The admission process also includes an online interview with ISM faculty staff.

More info about the application

Apply with: high-school diploma, vocational diploma or comparable qualification
Other application documents: CV, letter of motivation, passport copy, photo.
Successful participation in the online admission process

Where can I study the Bachelor of Finance & Management program?

Dortmund
Frankfurt/Main
Munich
Hamburg
Cologne
Berlin
Distance Learning

Dortmund Campus

Largest ISM campus, founded in 1990 in Dortmund. Centrally located in Dortmund's Technology Park, it's just 10 minutes by train or car from the city center.

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Frankfurt/Main Campus

was opened in 2007 and is centrally located in Frankfurt Sachsenhausen near the Südbahnhof train station. It offers modern facilities and an international focus in the financial center of Frankfurt.

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Munich Campus

ISM Munich opened its doors in 2009 and is centrally located on Karlstra?e, not far from the main train station. Munich is the German economic and cultural metropolis that offers a high quality of life and a wide range of business and leisure activities.

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Hamburg Campus

opened in 2010, ISM Hamburg university is centrally located in the modern HafenCity district, right next to the Speicherstadt warehouse district. Hamburg is a vibrant city, offering service world, culture and industry opportunities alike.

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Campus Cologne

Since 2014, ISM Cologne university campus has welcomed students to its modern, light-filled building in MediaPark, just minutes from the Hansaring S-Bahn station. The campus has a charm all its own.

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ISM university of applied sciences in Berlin

Berlin Campus

Opened in 2019, ISM university Berlin campus is centrally located in Berlin Sch?neberg. It offers modern seminar and common rooms, a lounge, and a rooftop terrace — ideal for creative learning in the heart of Germany's exciting capital.

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Distance Learning

ISM Distance Learning offers you innovative, multimedia learning materials, individual support, and a modular structure for the content.

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Dortmund

Dortmund Campus

Largest ISM campus, founded in 1990. Centrally located in Dortmund's Technology Park, 10 minutes from the city center.

To the Dortmund Campus

Frankfurt/Main

Frankfurt/Main Campus

was opened in 2007 and is centrally located in Sachsenhausen near the Südbahnhof train station. It offers modern facilities and an international focus in the financial center of Frankfurt.

To the Frankfurt/Main Campus

Munich

Munich Campus

was opened in 2009 and is centrally located on Karlstra?e, not far from the main train station. Munich is an economic and cultural metropolis that offers a high quality of life and a wide range of leisure activities.

To the Munich Campus

Hamburg

Hamburg Campus

opened in 2010, it is centrally located in the modern HafenCity district, right next to the Speicherstadt warehouse district.

To the Hamburg Campus

Cologne

Campus Cologne

it opened in MediaPark in 2014 and is located just a few minutes from the Hansaring S-Bahn station.

To the Campus Cologne

Berlin

Berlin Campus

Opened in 2019, it is centrally located in Sch?neberg. It offers modern seminar and common rooms, a lounge, and a roof terrace—ideal for creative learning in the heart of the capital.

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Distance Learning

ISM Distance Learning offers you innovative, multimedia learning materials, individual support, and a modular structure for the content.

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#Kick-start your career

Living the American dream: ?becoming a company founder in California

His semester abroad took Tim Prüsener to San Diego during his financial management studies. But the originally planned three months have turned into multiple years. The West Coast US city, which is considered to be the start-up Mecca of America, lived up to its name, and turned the ISM student into a successful company founder in the field of marketing.

One of his first clients was Uber. Nowadays he and his team provide their clients with holistic support in areas such as market analysis, preparing profit and loss accounts and online marketing. He gives career starters the tip of always staying “awake” and on the pulse of the times.

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Only around 6% of business schools worldwide are AACSB-accredited – an internationally recognized mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.

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Your Bachelor Study Advisors

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Campus Dortmund

Christopher Pereira
+49 231.97 51 39-43
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Qian Ye

Campus?Frankfurt

Qian Ye
+49 69.66 05 93 67-43
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Ana Kammerer

Campus Munich

Ana Kammerer
+49 89.2 00 03 50 - 53
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Angelina Hallmann

Campus Cologne

Angelina Hallmann
+49 221.27 09 95-43
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Luigi Serafino

Campus Stuttgart

Luigi Serafino
+49 711.51 89 62-143
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Marrit Koenig

Campus Berlin

Marrit Koenig
+49 30.3 15 19 35-22
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Rebecca Jung

Campus Hamburg

Rebecca Jung
+49 40.3 19 93 39-46
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FAQ – Bachelor's degree in Finance and Management

What are the advantages of stuying Bachelor in Finance at ISM?

High quality education: first-class teaching, internationally AACSB-accredited and with unlimited state accreditation (FIBAA).
Strong internationality: students of 84 nationalities. 30% international students.
Personal teaching atmosphere: study in small learning groups and learn from the best.
Close to practice: 56 international & guest lecturers from the business world.
Network: of more than 190 partner universities to choose for your semester(s) abroad.
Future-oriented: With our study programs, you are ready for the working world of tomorrow.

What are my career options after graduation of a Finance Bachelor?

Thanks to digitalization, the finance industry has developed new and interesting positions for career starters and experienced professionals in the investment and banking sector, in insurance companies or in corporate finance functions for example as financial managers or financial consultants. Due to their business models, banks, financial institutions and insurance companies now offer many typical finance-related services.

Finance know-how is also one of the key qualifications for a career in management. By linking management, business administration, controlling and accounting with finance in your Bachelor degree program, you will be able to score points with hiring managers after graduation.

After completing a B.Sc. Finance degree, if you want to go for higher postgraduate studies, as you can also pursue a Master of Finance or even a MBA degree.

After your Bachelor's degree in Finance & Management

After completing your bachelor's degree in Finance & Management, you also have the opportunity to start the next level of your career with a master's degree. At ISM, you can choose to focus on a different area in addition to the Master of Science in Finance – a valuable investment in your future! For more information about the program, financing, semesters abroad, and ISM as a university, please attend the information events or contact your student advisor directly.