Master of Science in Finance & CFA
Business School Lausanne offers a Master of Science in Finance with CFA integration.
The BSL MSc in Finance integrates the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute’s standards into its syllabus. Students are able to participate in the CFA examinations at Level I, upon program completion.
CFA Added Value
A MSc in Finance, coupled with a CFA charter, opens up new opportunities to leading jobs in both the financial sector (including banking and financial consulting) and business in general. Candidates finishing our program with the CFA certification are among the most qualified professionals in the world.
What does the CFA mean?
It means that CFA Charter holders are certified financial experts who have completed a rigorous financial training curriculum and globally recognized examinations.
For more information on CFA*:
http://www.cfainstitute.org/
* CFA is a registered trademark owned by the CFA Institute
MSc in Finance Details
Why an MSc in Finance with CFA certification?
The CFA adds a respected and recognized certification to your MSc in Finance degree.
Whom is the MSc Finance for?
Students interested in pursuing a career in banks, insurance companies, fund management, financial consulting, trading, corporate finance and general business.
Professional Development
Our MSc in Finance Graduates are well-equipped to pursue a career as: Commodity Markets Manager; Corporate Banking Manager; Financial Analyst; Financial Advisor; Financial Auditor; Financial Controller; Investment Banking Manager; Portfolio Manager; Sales Manager in Asset Management; Financial Markets Manager. You can find more information about the career opportunities for BSL graduates under Professional Future.
Program duration
2 years: 11 months of instruction at BSL, followed by a thesis to be completed within 1 year (in Lausanne area or your home country, as well as an optional internship.
Credits
120 ECTS credits
Start Dates: September or February
What you need to apply
- Bachelor degree
- IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90, TOEIC: 800 (one test required only)
- CV & motivation letter
- 2 letters of recommendation