The Finance and Investment Certificate is offered to MSc students who wish to build expertise in finance topics such as Portfolio Theory and Asset Pricing, Fixed Income Investments, International Finance, Introduction to Investment Banking, Valuation during their second year.
Tailored for future leaders in finance and banking
The ESMT Finance and Investment Certificate (21 ECTS) significantly enhances your academic credentials and career prospects by deepening your knowledge in both the theoretical and practical aspects of finance and investment.
Designed for students across all three Master's programs at ESMT Berlin, this certificate prepares you for diverse roles in finance and banking, regardless of your prior experience or academic background.
Through a comprehensive study of key financial disciplines and practical applications, the certificate equips you with advanced skills and industry insights, allowing you to customize your MSc program to align with your career goals.
Upon completing your master’s program, you will receive the Finance and Investment Certificate alongside your master's degree if you have opted to focus on finance and investment banking.
Key facts
Profile
- You are enrolled in one of our MSc programs and are in your second year
- You have a keen interest in finance and want to build or enhance your expertise in this area
- You aspire to go into roles such as Valuation and Business Analyst, Credit Analyst, Investment Banker, Project Manager/Investment Planning, Risk Manager, Financial Analyst, or Reporting Specialist
Benefits
- Familiarize yourself with financial industry institutions and procedures
- Gain a deep understanding of fundamental finance theories and core principles
- Learn to tackle real-world financial challenges and enhance your problem-solving capabilities
- Get valuable insights into various career paths in finance and banking
Topics
The Finance Certificate encompasses a comprehensive selection of courses and electives covering topics like International Finance, Portfolio Theory and Asset Pricing, Fixed Income Investments, Introduction to Investment Banking, Alternative Investments, Valuation, and more.
How to obtain the ESMT Finance and Investment Certificate
During their second year, students from all three MSc programs will have the option to complete the Finance and Investment Certificate. Read on to find out more about eligibility and course requirements.
Check your eligibility
To be eligible for the Finance and Investment Certificate, you need to be enrolled in one of our master's programs:
Fulfil the course requirements
To obtain the ESMT Finance and Investment Certificate, you will need to complete the following courses in your second year:
- Mandatory courses: International Finance, Portfolio Theory and Asset Pricing, Fixed Income Investments, Introduction to Investment Banking, Alternative Investments, Valuation
- Elective courses (optional): Risk Modelling, Advanced Investment Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance and FinTech
Depending on the master’s program you are enrolled in, you will need to complete some mandatory finance-related courses that are included in your core curriculum during your first year. In that case, those courses count toward the certificate requirements, in addition to the mandatory courses listed above.
Join like-minded peers in the ESMT Investment & Fintech Club
Interested in a career in finance or simply want to broaden your knowledge beyond the classroom?
Sharpen your skills through a monthly learning series, connect with industry insiders to stay up to date on trends and career opportunities, and gain real-world investment experience by helping manage the Club Investment Fund.
