Finance
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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locatieGroningen |
diplomaMSc |
typeregulier, 60 EC |
start1 februari, 1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60046 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
The MSc in Finance teaches you the knowledge, understanding, and skills required to analyse and evaluate real and complex financial problems of companies and institutions and to design solutions for these problems. This programme focuses on critical analysis and assessment of key issues in corporate finance and portfolio management, combining an academic perspective with a practical orientation. You will specialise in a broad range of areas such as corporate valuation, derivatives, institutional investing, banking and insurance, corporate governance, responsible financing, and development finance.
You are also trained to develop the academic skills to analyse important questions in each of these areas. By analysing (applied) research questions in the field of finance you learn to analyse and solve complex financial problems encountered by companies, investors, governments and international organisations. In addition, you will develop professional skills such as giving public presentations, working in teams and building computer models for business decisions.
The programme offers dedicated profiles to specialize in Corporate Finance, Investment & Risk Management, Sustainable & Responsible Finance, and Development Finance.
Waarom aan de RUG?
- MSc Finance offers both an academic and a hands-on approach. There is a broad range of courses in corporate finance and asset management and there is great flexibility to choose your own content of the programme that fits your interests and to specialise in issues related to corporate valuation, and banking and risk management.
- The programme has been internationally accredited by the AACSB and EQUIS, ensuring a high-quality education, which only 1% of universities reach worldwide.
Studieprogramma

periode | |||||||
1 | 2 | ||||||
Portfolio Theory | 5 EC | ||||||
Research Methods in Finance | 5 EC | ||||||
Corporate Finance | 5 EC | ||||||
Five electives MSc Finance | 25 EC | ||||||
Master's Thesis Finance | 20 EC |
specialisaties
specialisatie Double Degree Master Chinese Economy and Finance (Shanghai)
Are you interested in an international career in or involving China?
Study in Shanghai after your FEB Master's programme in Groningen and gain first-hand knowledge and experience of China and the economy, finance and culture.
specialisatie Double Degree Master Finance (Lund)
What drives investment decisions of companies and investors and how should they finance their operations?
In this double degree programme, you obtain two master's at two renowned universities: MSc Finance from the University of Groningen (UG) and MSc Finance from Lund University School of Economics and Management (LUSEM). Both programmes are research-driven. Yet, whereas the programme in Groningen is more practically oriented with courses such as company valuation, institutional investment management and banking, insurance and risk management, the programme at LUSEM goes deeper into theoretical modelling and applying econometric techniques.Once you have completed this double degree you will have academic knowledge and expertise in solving complex financial problems and understanding contemporary international literature in finance. You will learn how to apply this academic knowledge when you're analyzing new or unknown financial problems.
specialisatie Sustainable Society Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Sustainable Society and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Sustainable Society Focus Area-
- complete two electives from a predetermined list 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on a sustainable society topic
specialisatie Finance & Development Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Finance and Development and gain specialised knowledge in the field. There are two steps to the Finance and Development Focus Area-
- complete two electives from a predetermined list 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on a finance and development topic
specialisatie Energy Focus Area
Focus your MSc on Energy and open up extra career opportunities. There are two steps to the Energy Focus Area-
- complete two of four chosen electives 2) write and round off an MSc thesis on an energy topic
specialisatie Master Internship
Opportunity to gain work experience by doing an internship in the second semester of your study.
You will be rewarded 15 ECTS on top of your programme. Your thesis will be postponed to the third semester.
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
case study, literature study, colloquium, oral presentation, computer exercise, research, research project, research proposal, tutorial, lecture, working group, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, self studystudy guidance
Studying means working independently and planning your studies yourself. But successful studying depends on many different factors, so it is understandable that you may need to consult an impartial expert to discuss your study progress and personal circumstances that influence your studies. The faculty's study advisors are available to help you. Obviously, everything discussed with the study advisor remains confidential.Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 oktober 2023
collegegeld nog niet bekend
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2023
wettelijk tarief : € 2314 (€1157 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 17000
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 17800
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend
Students with a Dutch diploma can apply directly to Studielink. More information on the steps to apply.
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following fields: Economics and Business Economics, Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics of Taxation, International Business and Technology Management (with additional requirements).
To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.
If you have any questions concerning admission to this programme, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions.
inbegrepen in collegegeld
examination |
registration fee |
De stad
studievereniging
Financial Study Association Groningen
Financial Study Association Groningen, FSG, is the study association for the financially interested student at the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Groningen.FSG is, with over 1800 members, one of the most active and professional study associations of the Netherlands. The goal of FSG is to close the gap between theory and practice that exists in the areas of:* Accountancy & Controlling (A&C)* Finance* International Financial Management (IFM)* Management Accounting & Control (MAC)
Keuzehulp

Studievergelijker
Finance
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
DDM Finance
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Quantitative Finance
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Corporate Finance
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Finance
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
189 eerstejaars |
40% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Real Estate Finance
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Banking and Regulation
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Asset Management
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Quantitative Finance
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
29 eerstejaars |
51% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Finance
€ 253 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Sustainable Finance
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Honours Programme in Finance and Technology
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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Finance
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
37 eerstejaars |
37% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Honours Programme in Quantitative Risk Management
€ gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
Na de studie

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
The curriculum of the programme offers you several options to develop a specific labour market orientation by selecting specific sets of courses. You may focus on a career in corporate finance, investing, banking, or finance and development.
As a graduate, your degree will be highly valued in the labour market. The Faculty of Economics and Business is internationally accredited and belongs to the 1% of business schools around the world accredited by both EQUIS and AACSB.
FEB Career Services
When you become a student at the faculty, we want to support you in developing your career and strengthening your employability skills. You can count on a dedicated on-campus Career Services team offering you a wide range of courses, workshops, events and career-related support during your studies. Everything you need to enter the labour market.
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