Executive MSc in Finance & CFA
Business School Lausanne offers a dual award Executive Master of Science in Finance with CFA integration.
The BSL Executive 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 1 upon program completion.
CFA Added Value
An Executive 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. Professionals finishing our program with the CFA certification are among the most qualified ones 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
Executive MSc in Finance Details
Why an Executive MSc in Finance with CFA certification?
The CFA adds a respected and recognized certification to your MSc in Finance degree.
Whom is the Executive MSc in Finance for?
Professionals wishing to expand career opportunities, pursue a fast-track career advancement or reposition themselves in the market place (banks, insurance companies, fund management, financial consulting, trading, corporate finance and general business). Courses are conveniently held (5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.) two evenings per week in order for participants to effectively combine professional commitments in addition to the program of study at BSL.
Professional Development
Our Executive 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
23 months of instruction at BSL, followed by a thesis.
Credits
90 ECTS credits
Start Dates: September or February
What you need to apply
- Bachelor degree OR substantial professional experience
- IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90, TOEIC: 800 (one test required only)
- CV & motivation letter
- 2 letters of recommendation