Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Business Administration

Standard period of study
4 semesters/2 years

Start of studies
winter and summer semester

Admission requirements
Information on the application and admission process

Further documents
Examination regulations, program structures, module guides...

Data-driven Decision-Making is becoming increasingly important in banking and stock markets. The Master’s program in Finance and Data Analytics combines solid financial knowledge with cutting-edge analytical techniques to optimally prepare students for the demands of the digital economy. The focus of the program includes the following subjects:

• Banking and Finance
• Data Analytics
• Finance
• Capital Markets
• Machine Learning
• Quantitative Research Methods
• Risk Management
• Insurance Economics
• Economics

Our students learn to:

• understand and apply the fundamentals and techniques of banking and finance.
• utilize knowledge about stock market behavior and the mechanics of prominent factor models, as well as option valuation in financial market models.
• evaluate sustainable investments and financing, and identify sustainability risks.
• independently apply data analysis methods using prominent software packages such as R and Python.
• apply methods of empirical capital market research and derive insights from them.
• integrate methodological skills in Data Analytics into various interdisciplinary areas.

• Block system with compact teaching, learning, and examination phases
• Mobility window for easier integration of study abroad periods
• Interdisciplinary elective options
• Research-strong professors
• Regular inclusion of practical topics and partners
• Direct contact with attractive employers
• Study location: Duisburg campus
• Numerous international partnerships (International Office)
• Professional study organization and advising

The Master’s program reflects the ongoing evolution in the financial world, characterized by the rapid rise of data-driven decision-making. Our students are systematically prepared to establish themselves in both research-intensive and practical fields. Special emphasis is placed on imparting skills at the intersection of financial analysis and data processing. This specialization prepares students for demanding positions such as Financial Analyst, Risk Management, or Investment Banking. The specific focus on ‘Data Analytics’ also opens doors to one of the most dynamic segments of the current economy. As data analysts, they have the opportunity to promote data-informed decisions across industries. Additionally, students are prepared for an academic career at universities or roles in non-university research institutions, central banks, or regulatory authorities.

Schedule a consultation appointment!

Dr. Wanja von der Goltz

wanja.vondergoltz (at) uni-due.de

+49 (0)203 379-1793