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You need more than a notebook to keep an eye on the company finances: Your online master’s programme in Finance, Accounting and Taxation teaches you to control and document complex processes to make sure your company stays solvent. Develop financial strategies, manage accounting or become CFO: Your master’s prepares you for responsible positions.
Depending on your goals, you can choose between two master’s programmes: The German-language 120 ECTS programme or the English-language 120 ECTS programme for those who want an international career.
M.Sc., 120, 90 ECTS credits
Language: de, en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Start today with Comfort Start – or start any time on your preferred date
36, 48, 72 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Starting at 286€/month, depending on model
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All details on recognition and admission can be found directly on the page of your desired study programme.
Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
The online master's programme in Finance, Accounting and Taxation is available as a 120 ECTS programme in German or English language.
How do I make the best decisions for my business? How do I use my knowledge of capital markets in profitable way? Your individual focus opens the door for a career tailored towards your personal interests. In the German programme, you can choose two out of 14 elective modules, such as business intelligence, success-oriented controlling or strategic financial management. In the English programme, you select two out of 7 elective modules, including exciting topics like capital markets, data science and analytics and corporate finance and investment.
| Module | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Electives A | |
| AI and Mastering AI Prompting | 10 |
| Blockchain Fundamentals and Implementation | 10 |
| Business Analyst | 10 |
| Capital Markets | 10 |
| Corporate Finance and Investment | 10 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 10 |
| Digital Business Models and Blockchain | 10 |
| Forensic Accounting | 10 |
| Managing in a Global Economy and Negotiation | 10 |
| Management Consulting | 10 |
| Supply Chain and Sourcing Management | 10 |
| Electives B | |
| AI and Mastering AI Prompting | 10 |
| Blockchain Fundamentals and Implementation | 10 |
| Business Analyst | 10 |
| Capital Markets | 10 |
| Corporate Finance and Investment | 10 |
| Data Science and Analytics | 10 |
| Digital Business Models and Blockchain | 10 |
| Forensic Accounting | 10 |
| Managing in a Global Economy and Negotiation | 10 |
| Management Consulting | 10 |
| Supply Chain and Sourcing Management | 10 |
Do you need help with your decision? Your personal study advisor is happy to help you!
Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
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As a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you are one of the members of the top management of a company and are responsible for the entire financial discipline. Your tasks include managing funds, signing cheques, keeping the books and managing the organisation's financial and liquidity planning.
You develop strategies to optimise processes in your department and ensure that the management function has an overview of the company's financial situation at all times.