Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation
Program facts and information
Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Standard period of study: 4 semesters (2 years)
ECTS credits: 120
Language of instruction:
EnglishLanguage requirements:
English
For detailed information on the required proof of language proficiency see Admission requirements and selectionProgram start: Fall semester (September)
Academic calendarSchool: Business School
Semester fee: EUR 194 (more information)
Tuition fees for international students from non-EU countries: EUR 1,500
Tuition fees for a second degree: EUR 650Program overview
The master’s program Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation (MMFACT) offers an internationally oriented, practice-based education in English. It optimally prepares students for management positions in finance and in finance departments of large companies, banks, and consultancies.
The program consists of five main areas:
- Business Analytics and Economics (24 ECTS credits): These four courses will teach you the fundamentals of data analysis and business economics.
- CFO Core Competencies (25–35 ECTS credits): This module will provide you with key knowledge of finance, accounting, and taxation. You will acquire precisely the skills that are crucial for a successful career in finance.
- Finance, Accounting and Taxation (at least 19 ECTS credits): You can customize your profile in accordance with your interests and professional goals. The wide selection of in-depth courses allows you to specialize in your desired area.
- Complementary Elective (no more than 2 courses): Broaden your mind and think outside the box You can take supplementary courses from other areas of business administration or economics.
- Theses (30 ECTS credits): At the end of your studies, you will complete a research-oriented seminar and write your master's thesis at one of the participating chairs.
Why study the Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation program at the University of Mannheim?
The MMFACT program combines three areas that are otherwise often taught separately: corporate finance, accounting and taxation. Students not only learn the subject matter in detail, but also how these areas interact and influence strategic decisions. A particular focus is on data analysis and empirical methods, which are indispensable for modern finance and tax issues. The program thus trains specialists who understand finance from all perspectives and can support companies in making sustainable, well-founded decisions.
In addition to the core modules, you have the opportunity to choose specializations that suit your career plans. The content is based on the latest cutting-edge research, and it is taught by renowned researchers who have a proven track record of expertise in the field.
Studying Business Administration in Mannheim means studying at one of the most renowned business schools in Europe. Independent national and international rankings, including the CHE or THE university ranking and rankings by the FT Ranking, have confirmed the outstanding quality of the research and teaching at our university on a number of occasions.
The Business School of the University of Mannheim has been accredited by three accreditation agencies, earning itself the internationally sought-after triple crown. The three most significant accreditation agencies, AACSB International (Tampa, USA), EQUIS/
EFMD (Brussels, Belgium), and AMBA (London, UK) have all confirmed the top quality of the study conditions in Mannheim. Our students have also direct access to our network of business partners. In addition to lectures, a career fair, and company presentations, there are also regular workshops, where our students work on case studies and present themselves and their theoretical knowledge to companies.
Career opportunities
A combination of specialist knowledge, analytical skills, experience in applying data-driven business analytics, and practical relevance creates ideal conditions for a career in the finance departments of large corporations, banks and consulting firms. The master’s program Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation can also be the basis for an academic career or for a career as a tax consultant or auditor.
Required interests and skills
Students of the master’s program Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation should
- have previous knowledge of business administration,
- be very interested in finance, accounting and taxation,
- have analytical and quantitative thinking skills,
- enjoy working with complex data sets and data analysis,
- be proficient in English (at least C1 level),
- work independently and in a structured way,
- have an interest in practical issues and current research,
- be motivated for a career in finance departments, banks, consulting or tax consulting/
auditing
Program structure
Module catalog
The module catalog (PDF) gives you an overview of the courses and their content.Internships
You do not have to complete a mandatory internship in the MMFACT program. However, we recommend planning a voluntary internship. If you would like to do a voluntary internship, please visit the website of the Business School for information and advertisements for internships.Continuing education
Certificate programs
Strengthen your potential, deepen your knowledge, find solutions for challenges we will face tomorrow – there are many good reasons to think outside the box, get to know and try out new things even during your studies.At the University of Mannheim, you can do this in the “Studium Oecologicum” which focuses on sustainability. In our certificate program, you will acquire interdisciplinary expert knowledge which can help you to act ethically and to make holistic decisions.
Language courses
Making language learning easier: No matter if you want to learn Japanese, Hebrew, Spanish or Norwegian, take the Graduate Record Examination Test (GRE), The European Language Certificates (telc) or the TOEFL test – each semester, the University of Mannheim offers language courses and language certificates in more than 16 languages for students and non-university members, online and on campus!Studium Generale
Are you interested in IT or communication trainings or theater, music, or drawing courses? Studium Generale has a vast range of courses available to all.Doctorates
By graduating from the MMFACT program with at least the final grade “gut” (“good”), you fulfill the formal requirements for pursuing a doctorate in Business Administration at the University of Mannheim. At the University of Mannheim, you can choose from the following options:
- Students who have successfully completed their master’s degree qualify for a doctoral program at one of the chairs of Business Administration.
- Likewise, they have the possibility to begin a doctoral program at the Center for Doctoral Studies in Business of the Graduate School of Economics and Social Sciences (GESS).
General information on doctoral studies at the University of Mannheim
Admission requirements and selection
Admission requirements
If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree, you may still apply for a master’s program as long as will provide a proof that you have obtained at least 140 ECTS credits.
- Completion of a bachelor’s program at a German higher education institution or abroad (also Berufsakademie) corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits or a regular period of study of at least three years
- Courses in Business Administration corresponding to at least 36 ECTS credits
- Proof of proficiency in English (may be submitted by 15 August)
Selection criteria
- The final grade or – for students still completing their degree – the grade average of the bachelor’s program
- Relevant prior knowledge from studies in the fields of Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics amounting to at least 30 ECTS credits
- a semester abroad during the program of study
- GMAT or GMAT Focus Edition or GRE result
- Commercial or similarly relevant professional activities
Selection statutes
Under “Admission requirements and selection” we have compiled the most important selection criteria of the program for you. For more detailed explanations of the selection process and the legally binding requirements of the degree program, please refer to the selection statutes.Application
Scholarships and funding
The university offers various funding opportunities. Around 200 Mannheim students receive scholarships every year, which are intended to give them the freedom to focus on their academic achievements or to continue their voluntary work alongside their studies. Find out more about the funding opportunities and feel free to apply, for example, for the Deutschland Scholarship, the Opportunity Mannheim Scholarship or the Elite Sports Scholarship Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region.Funding opportunities for international degree-seeking students
Application deadline
The application deadline for fall semesters starts on 1 April and ends on 15 May.It is not possible to apply for the spring semester.
Contact
Study Counseling Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation
Book an individual consultation:
https://www.bwl.uni-mannheim.de/en/programs/counselling-prospective-students-master/
Admissions Office
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68161 Mannheim